Rather than going through all the problems now associated with international travel, a trip to the Florida Keys might be in store. There's enough of that cool island feel throughout the Keys for travelers to get their need to exoticism satiated right here in the United States, without ever once having to deal with passports or customs.

If you just need to take an island trip and leave your stress behind, but don't want to deal with customs and immigration, you should hop on over to Key West. The Florida Keys -- just a short 30-minute flight from Miami -- offer everything you would want from an island getaway. The friendly locals, cute long streets full of shopping and drinking, water activities, great accommodations and magical views will make your instagram friends jealous.

Festivals- There's Always Something Happening

Key West is never in shortage of a festival or a reason for folks to visit. The island is booked year-round with eclectic events that bring in visitors from all over.

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