The Sunshine State really does offer an incredible number of attractions for those who want to cast off the gloom and doom of day to day working life. There is vibrant nightlife, fantastic cuisine, fantastic gold courses, sparkling waters, pristine beaches and natural wonder to explore. However, for some people the major attraction of Florida is deep sea fishing.
The waters around Florida team with some of the most exciting sports fish in the world and the experience of throwing a line for these species must be experienced in order to be believed. So rich are waters around Florida that the major challenge facing those who want to get out into the deep water is just which location to choose.
Here are some great choices.
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Key West
Key West has built a reputation for being a place that allows people to let their hair down and simply relax. A multitude and bars and restaurants attract hundred’s of thousands of tourists each year. many of these tourists are less interested in what’s happening on dry land than what is happening out in the deep water offshore. Key West is one of the most exciting deep sea fishing destinations in Florida. Fishermen can set their sights on Marlin and Tuna and other game fish. The variety of charter options available also makes this the idea base to explore the fantastic deep water opportunities.
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Stuart
Spring and Summer see a huge influx of deep sea fishing enthusiasts into Stuart. The city’s emblem gives it all away – A Sailfish. Stuart has been dubbed’The Sailfish Capital of the World’ and once fishermen hit the deeper waters they will find out why. There are 15 Marina’s in shouting distance of the city center and these are the base for numerous charter operations all offering tailored packages for the deep sea fishing enthusiast.
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Destin
No mention of Florida offshore fishing locations would be complete without mentioning Destin which is adjacent to the sparkling water of the Gulf of Mexico. This village is home to the biggest fishing fleet in Florida and there is a good reason for this. Chartering a vessel for a group of friends or family will bring fishermen and women into contact with species such as sailfish, tuna, grouper, snapper and a myriad of other game species. Once in a while, the lucky sports fisher will also hook into a magnificent Blue marlin.
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Panama City
The less tourism intensive of Florida’s coasts plays host to Panama City. The opportunities for deep sea adventure are as abundant here as they are in the more popular tourist haunts that can be found across the state. Offshore species to target include Blue Marlin, Tuna, King Mackerel and Cobia. For those who really want to immerse themselves in the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico with its myriad of species to target with hook and line there is always the option of chartering a three-day excursion setting out for Panama City.
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Cortez
One of the almost hidden gems in the Florida crown Cortez is one of the few remaining authentic fishing villages in Florida. here people still make their living from the sea in the old fashioned way – through the sweat of their brows that allows hem to supply ocean-fresh shrimp and species such as Grouper to the growing number of fine restaurants that are today servicing the needs of tourists looking for something a little more authentic than a canned tourist experience.
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Clearwater
Clearwater his host to some of the worlds best sports fishing. This location is located on the Gulf of Mexico and presents a little bit different environment. The Gulf of Mexico will offer many of same species in Florida as well. There will be a fresh supply of King Mackerel, Cobia, Marlins. Clearwater is fun for the whole family as well with excellent beaches and attractions. Consider Clearwater for your next fishing trip.
Deep sea fishing in Florida is renowned for providing a quality experience allowing the fisherman to target a wide variety of species. Add to this the fact that there is a huge choice of locations and you have a recipe for making fishing dreams come true.
