You’ve finally got all your plans locked in, transportation is all booked, and now you’re on to packing your bags for your upcoming water adventure. Your Mangrove Marina packing checklist will likely be a short one, because our houseboat rentals in the Florida Keys offer everything for a unique experience. We want you to be…

What makes the Florida Keys so famous for its fishing? That’s almost akin to asking why Disney World or Las Vegas is a popular tourist destination; indeed, the inherent answers border on being redundant. The crystal waters of the Atlantic, glistening from the Sunshine State’s rich solar rays, offer a plethora of magnetic draws to…

Key West is known internationally, as a one of the best travel destinations. Its history, dining, hospitality, and Florida Keys traditions make it a must visit destination for nearly 2 million people each year. What many of those visitors discover, only after they arrive, is that the cheerful, relaxing town of Key West once declared…

A houseboat vacation allows you to have the unique experience of living on the water with family and friends. Mangrove Marina Aqua Villas Lodge offers 13 houseboats to accommodate your family or group of friends for your Florida Keys getaway. You may also bring your boat right up and tie it to the floating villa,…

Proper boat maintenance may mean the difference between a sleek, smooth-sailing boat and a scrappy, rust watercraft. From cleaning to storage, everything should be done just right to keep your boat looking and running as good as new for years. Here are easy-to-do, routine maintenance tips every boat owner should practice. Keep it Squeaky Clean…