About us

Who’s Behind the Bubbles?

We’re a team of diving enthusiasts who collectively have spent more time underwater than most dolphins. Some might say we’re part fish, but our lawyers advise us not to make such claims publicly3. What we can tell you is that our team consists of certified diving instructors, marine conservation advocates, and underwater photography nerds who can identify more fish species than we can remember our own relatives’ names at family reunions.

Our backgrounds are as diverse as the marine life in the Keys. Some of us stumbled into diving after realizing that working in cubicles made us feel like we were slowly running out of oxygen. Others have been exploring the underwater world since before they could properly pronounce “buoyancy compensator”—which, let’s face it, is still a tongue twister after three beers at Sharky’s.

Why We Started This Underwater Odyssey

Back in the day (let’s not specify which day, as that might reveal our age), we realized there wasn’t a comprehensive resource dedicated to diving in the Florida Keys that combined expert knowledge with actual readability. Most diving information read like it was written by a technical manual and a biology textbook that had an awkward one-night stand.

So we decided to create flkeys-diving.com—a place where fellow bubble-blowers could find everything they needed to know about the Keys’ underwater paradise without falling asleep face-first into their dive computers.

What We’re All About

Our mission is simple: to be your go-to resource for all things diving in the Florida Keys while keeping things informative, entertaining, and occasionally making you snort water through your snorkel from laughing9.

We believe that:

• The Florida Keys house some of the most spectacular underwater ecosystems on the planet
• Knowledge and conservation go hand in hand (like a good buddy system)
• Life’s too short for boring content about exciting subjects
• You haven’t truly experienced a dive site until you’ve heard at least three conflicting stories about the barracuda that “definitely” followed someone there

What We Cover

Dive Sites

From the iconic Christ of the Abyss to that secret spot we’re legally obligated not to disclose (okay, we made that last part up), we’ve mapped, photographed, and written comprehensive guides to the best dive sites in the Keys. Our dive site reviews are so detailed you’ll feel like you’ve been there even before you get wet.

Freediving

For those who prefer to hold their breath rather than strap tanks to their backs (show-offs!), our freediving section covers techniques, safety, and the best spots to practice your dolphin impression. We’ve even included a guide on how to explain to non-divers why turning blue in the face is actually a recreational activity.

Scuba Diving

Our scuba section is packed with everything from beginner guides (spoiler alert: breathing is important) to advanced technical diving information. We review gear, share tips, and occasionally debate whether Jacques Cousteau would have been an Instagram influencer if he were around today.

Snorkeling

Not ready to go full submarine? Our snorkeling guides will help you discover the breathtaking shallow reefs and marine life that can be enjoyed without an advanced certification. We’ll also help you spot the difference between a snorkeler in distress and one who’s just realized they’ve been following a nurse shark6.

Spearfishing

For the hunters among us, our spearfishing section offers sustainable practices, regulations, and techniques that help ensure we’re respecting the ocean while still enjoying fresh fish tacos. We promise not to judge your fish stories, even when you claim that grouper was “THIS BIG” with your arms stretched suspiciously wide9.

Our Approach to Content

We pride ourselves on delivering content that’s:

• Accurate: Each article undergoes rigorous fact-checking, often involving someone saying “Are you sure about that?” followed by hours of research
• Engaging: We’ve banned the use of the phrase “crystal clear waters” unless the visibility is actually at least 100 feet
• Helpful: Our guides are designed to be practical, whether you’re planning your first Keys dive or your fiftieth
• Slightly sassy: Because diving is serious business, but writing about it doesn’t have to be

Conservation Commitment

While we love joking around, there’s one thing we’re dead serious about: protecting the Florida Keys marine ecosystem. We actively promote sustainable diving practices, participate in coral restoration efforts, and have been known to give stern looks to people who touch the reef (you know who you are)5.

For every article we publish, we donate a portion of our ad revenue to local marine conservation projects. Not because we’re saints, but because we’d like future generations to see something more impressive underwater than just our discarded dive fins8.

Connect With Us

We’re not just behind keyboards and screens—we’re regularly in the water throughout the Keys. If you spot a group of divers laughing uncontrollably underwater while pointing at a particularly grumpy-looking pufferfish, that might be us conducting “research” for our next article.

Drop us a line through our contact form, follow us on social media, or better yet, join our newsletter where we share diving updates, travel tips, and the occasional underwater photography fail that reminds you we’re all human (even those of us with suspected gill mutations).

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Dive In!

Whether you’re planning your first trip to the Florida Keys or you’re a seasoned local with salt permanently embedded in your pores, we invite you to explore flkeys-diving.com. Bookmark us, subscribe, and keep us handy on your dive boat’s waterproof tablet (just don’t drop it overboard like our chief editor did… twice).

Remember, in a world full of people telling you to “take the plunge,” we’re the ones who’ll actually show you where, when, how, and what you might see when you do—all while making sure you come back with both your gear and your sense of humor intact.

Now, grab your mask, fins, and sense of adventure—the Keys are calling, and we’ve got your underwater map ready!