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My dad and I don’t speak every day.
He lives on the East Coast, and I live on the West.
We’re lucky if we see each other once every few months.
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But four years ago, we started a tradition: taking one father-daughter fishing trip a year.
In Alaska, we took a float plane over Misty Fjords and kayaked with humpback whales.
(Read: I really wanted to witness my dad handling his first-ever jet ski.)
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You’ll be in Key Largo in about an hour and a half, depending on traffic.
Isla Bella Beach Resort
A trip to the Keys should be leisurely.
The resort has five pools, a marina with water sports, and an on-site marketplace.
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He even moonlights as a local radio star.
(In my opinion, you’re free to never go wrong with the mahi.)
Chef Michaels Islamorada
For a nice night out in Islamorada,Chef Michael’sis the place to be.
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It should go without saying it’s worth saving room for the key lime pie.
There’s also free time to focus on your need for speed.
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