FREE AIRFARE

February 2nd, 2010

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Today, travelers are looking for value-added vacations, beyond a simple complimentary breakfast. Visitors to the Florida Keys now have a unique opportunity to earn a free* companion airfare certificate when they stay at Lookout Lodge Resort for a guaranteed minimum of three nights!
(Mention this offer when you call for reservations or request the free airfare offer in the comments section of your on-line reservation to pickup your ticket upon arrival)
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NEW as of Febuary 2, 2010, Book 5 nights or more, and we will second day air the companion ticket to you for this trip.(Mention this offer when you call for reservations or request the free airfare offer in the comments section of your on-line reservation for us to mail your companion ticket to you.  NOTE: You must have the ticket before you can book your flights, and the airline must have a minimum of 14 days notice)
 
You can even use your ticket to visit the Keys again. We would love to have you stay with us.
* Valid for travel within the continental United States. Certain terms and conditions apply. Certificates available at Lookout Lodge Resort now. All travel must be completed by April 30, 2011

 Limited number of tickets available, Book Today!

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Things to do in Islamorada JAN-FEB-MAR 2010

January 23rd, 2010
Islamorada / January 25 to January 26
Anglers ages 50 and over are challenged to catch and release the most sailfish.
Contact: Bill Kelly at 305-394-5333 or Gary Ellis at (30
Email: redboneinc@aol.com
Islamorada / January 27 to January 28
The historic fishing club offers a $30,000 winner-take-all cash prize in this sailfish challenge. The tournament is limited to 30 boats.
Contact: Dianne Harbaugh 305-852-2102 or 305-664-4725
Email: fishing@theislamoradafishinglclub.com
Islamorada / January 29 to January 30
Florida Keys Fishing Guides Association Swamp Guides Ball
This all-release event offers fishing for bonefish, redfish and snook in the shallows of the Florida Keys and the saltwater fringes of the Everglades.
Contact: Rusty or Terry Albury 305-664-5142
Email: talbury@aol.com
Florida Keys Community Concert Band presents its 2010 season at Islamorada Founders Park, Bayside, MM 87, Plantation Key. Performances are outdoors; no chairs provided. Starts at 4:00 p.m. Admission free for all concerts.
Contact: 305-853-7294
Email: heinerdonna@yahoo.com
Islamorada / February 12 to February 14
Islamorada Women’s Sailfish Tournament
This light-tackle challenge has female anglers facing off against the famous tail-dancers for trophies and prizes.
Contact: Tammie Gurgiolo 305-852-9337
Email: fishnbully@msn.com
Islamorada / February 13
Billfishing for Boobies Tournament
In conjunction with the Islamorada Women’s Sailfish Tournament, this is a one-day, men-only tournament that fishes for a breast cancer cure.
Contact: Tammie Gurgiolo 305-852-9337
Email: fishnbully@msn.com
Islamorada / February 17
This month’s free seminar is to be given by Skip Moe, themed “Sea Urchin Research & Restoration.” Starts at 7 p.m. at Diving Museum, mile marker 83 in Islamorada. Immerse yourself in the fun!
Contact: 305-664-9737
Islamorada / February 19 to February 21
Learn fly fishing in saltwater with world class instruction in a fun and no-pressure environment. Two-day schools present a unique opportunity for beginners and experienced anglers, as well as couples. Call or visit Web site for details.
Contact: 305-664-5423
Email: info@floridakeysoutfitters.com
Islamorada / February 20 to February 21
Find hundreds of marine- and watersports-related vendors offering wares to thousands of buyers seeking deals on new and used boats, marine equipment, electronics, fishing tackle, dive gear, nautical arts and crafts, and more at this 15th annual event, to also include Purple Isles Art Guild tent gallery. Located at Founders Park, MM 87 bayside, on Plantation Key.
Contact: 305-712-1818
Islamorada / February 26 to February 27
Backcountry Fly Championship
This new fly-fishing competition is to target snook and redfish in a region of the Keys that is famous for them.
Contact: Charlotte Ambrogio 305-664-2444
Email: csasun@aol.com
Food, fun and safety exhibits are to complement local artists’ booths and displays. The event is to help demonstrate the services of the Red Cross and commemorate the history of Red Cross houses and community recovery during the 1935 hurricane. Located at the Hurricane Monument, mile marker 81.6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Contact: 305-852-9612
Email: HuntJB@usa.redcross.org
Islamorada / March 05 to March 06
Anglers compete to catch the finned denizens of the flats and backcountry, fishing with one lure or one fly until they lose it.
Contact: Paul Tejera
Email: captbackbone@gmail.com
Islamorada / March 06
Layton Garden Club’s Annual Flea Market & Plant Sale
Join this small community surrounded by a 1,000 acre state park for their annual flea market and plant sale. City of Layton at City Hall, MM 68.5, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission, vendors and booths will display a variety of merchandise.
Contact: Suzanne Murchie 305-664-2064
Islamorada / March 11 to March 14
Florida Keys Survivor
In this backcountry elimination draw tournament, the winner is the sole survivor.
Contact: Sharon Mahoney Ellenwood 305-393-6174
Islamorada / March 17
This month’s free seminar is to be given by Phil Newsum, themed “Commercial Diving Heroes.” Starts at 7 p.m. at Diving Museum, mile marker 83 in Islamorada. Immerse yourself in the fun!
Contact: 305-664-9737
Email: info@divingmuseum.org
Islamorada / March 20
This music and art festival features local and guest artists performing on the shores of Florida Bay at the TIB Amphitheater at Founders Park, mile marker 87 on U.S. 1.
Contact: 305-394-2765
Islamorada / March 26 to March 28
Learn fly fishing in saltwater with world class instruction in a fun and no-pressure environment. Two-day schools present a unique opportunity for beginners and experienced anglers, as well as couples. Call or visit Web site for details.
Contact: 305-664-5423
Email: info@floridakeysoutfitters.com

Discounted Stay in Florida Keys

January 15th, 2010

One Sunny January Day in FL Keys, originally uploaded by ClearlyLost.

It’s you! Come soak up the sun and get a dicounted night 4-7 night stay on us. . Room Rates are cheaper online: Check our Reservation Calendar or call 1-800-870-1772.

Islamorada Hotels: Specials & Deals!

January 10th, 2010

 

Come to our Florida Keys Resort, where we have a beautiful private beach for sun tanning and relaxing while soaking up that mood lifting Vitamin B!

Can you hear the blue waters calling your name?

Can you hear the blue waters calling your name?

Think that you can’t afford to get away? Think again! You can’t afford not to! Right now Lookout Lodge resort is running some AMAZING Florida Keys Specials! The longer you stay, the better your deal gets! For example, stay in our Gardenview Suite, with a two bedrooms, a living room, a full kitchen and dining room for $234/night!  And remember,  booking online is always a better deal at Lookout Lodge. You can check availability now.

We hope you will come to treat yourself to a well-earned trip to the sunshine. The forecast for this weekend: Mostly sunny with an average temperature of 77 degrees. Hope to see you soon!

Islamorada Hotels: Beachfront Views

November 10th, 2009

Lookout Lodge has four suites with beachfront views of our personal slice of heaven. We are looking forward to sharing the view with you!

Beautiful Islamorada

Beautiful Islamorada

We have two one-bedroom suites that have views of our private beach and our marina. We are a pet friendly resort Florida, and one of the one-bedroom suites is also pet friendly. There is also dockage available with this room at our Clean marina.

The Owners Two-Bedroom Suite has a fabulous view and two bedrooms along with our standard kitchenette. This is also a pet-friendly room and has the option for dockage. Up to 6 people can stay in the waterfront suite.

Our Mini-suite also has a waterfront view and a kitchenette. This room is pet friendly and also has the option for you to bring your boat and dock it at our clean marina. Did you know that Lookout Lodge was the first Florida Keys Resort in Islamorada to have a Clean marina?

So come and relax on our sandy beaches, make a meal with friends and family in your suite as you watch a sunset over the water from the comfort of your room. We look forward to seeing you soon!