Florida Keys
Archipelago
Florida
"A perennial favorite that continues to inspire repeat visits, readers describe it as 'Old Florida at its very best' — characterized by locally owned eateries and small hotels, a relaxed, down-home friendliness, and consistently great food. Despite sliding in this year’s ranking, its atmosphere and culinary scene keep travelers returning." - Evie Carrick Evie Carrick Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"While we've long been fans of Béis' soft-sided suitcases and weekender bags, we knew we needed to test out the popular hard-shell suitcases ahead of luggage week. Unsurprisingly, both sizes were a hit. “I would recommend this for a traveler who is an exclusive team carry-on member,” commerce producer Paris Wilson says. She managed to fit at least 14 outfits, plus four pairs of shoes and two purses, inside on a recent trip to the Florida Keys. The bag itself is easy to pick up—“I was able to bring it down from the overhead bin myself as well as move it in and out of the trunk of the rental car easily”—and easy to look at: “I got so many compliments on how pretty the carry-on was while in the airport and on vacation. I’d have to agree that the color is beautiful, the size is ideal, and the ribbed exterior adds some really cool dimensions.” $218 at Nordstrom $218 at Béis"
"With a ribbed design and features like a cushioned silicone grip, this suitcase is affordable and practical. It has been used on a weeklong trip to the Florida Keys, fitting multiple outfits, shoes, and purses. The wheels perform well on bumpy roads, and the included pouches are useful for dirty clothes or souvenirs."
"Florida Keys, Florida, is one of the top U.S. islands according to the T+L readers' 2023 survey." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"While most people know Key West as a favorite cruise ship stop or the longest drive within the Florida Keys archipelago (it’s the southernmost point of the continental United States, after all), it’s actually an island city connected to the mainland via the Overseas Highway. On this funky, eclectic, anything-goes island, you can get out on the water, snap photos of six-toed cats and free-roaming roosters, follow in the footsteps of famous artists and writers, and do whatever it takes to let your hair down." - Travel + Leisure Editors
