The stress and craziness of this year have careened through every family worldwide. Being stuck inside, especially for a family that loves to travel, is one of the most frustrating parts of quarantining. 

The good news is the COVID-19 vaccine is available and hopefully coming to a pharmacy or doctor’s office near you. Once your family is vaccinated and thus, protected, it will be much safer to resume travel.

One of the best places to go for a tropical experience without leaving the continental US is visiting the Florida Keys. While you might not be comfortable visiting Disney just yet, the sand-swept beaches and clear, Caribbean water of the Florida Keys offer an idyllic family vacation destination.

However, adventuring in Florida can be unpredictable, making it difficult to know what to pack to make the most of your trip. So, here is a list of what to wear to the Florida Keys:

When you’re spending the day on the beach in the Florida Keys with your family, you want to have a sturdy, comfortable bathing suit. If you’re a parent bringing kids to the beach, chances are, you’re going to be making sandcastles and riding the waves. So, you want to be prepared and protect yourself against any wardrobe malfunctions that may occur.

When you’re not in the water, you will want to have a large-brimmed sun hat. Not only does this type of hat help keep you cool and shade your eyes so that you can keep a watchful eye on the kids, but it also protects your hair and skin from harmful UV rays. 

Also, polarized sunglasses are necessary to protect your eyes and enjoy the view. 

If you don’t live in an area where there are cute and fashionable beach outfits available, check out the local Florida Keys surf shops.

While there are plenty of beaches to keep you occupied, there is nothing quite like strolling through an island beach shop. Whether you’re looking for fashion or souvenirs, you are sure to find your fill while hitting the shops throughout the Florida Keys.

However, while you’re out and about, you want to wear outfits that are light and airy to help you stay cool in the Florida sun. In addition to Florida weather consistently being in the 80s and 90s, the humidity can make it feel much hotter.

So, you will want to wear clothing that is either 100% cotton, linen, or silk. Jumpers are always in style in the Florida Keys, but regardless of your style, bright, comfortable clothing made from cooler material is going to be your best bet.

Yes, there is a distinction between Keys Casual and Keys Formal, and when you are going out to dinner, you will probably want to stick to Keys Formal.

Fortunately, some of the best Keys Formal attire includes comfortable, off-the-shoulder maxi dresses and little white cotton dresses, with designer shoes for women. 

Whether you are more of a flats or sandals girl, any shoe goes well with a beach dress and a great smile. 

For busy parents, a night out on the town is what you need to reignite the romance. If this is the case, you surely want to look your best, and that means going as formal as the Keys get, and that could mean a Linen Ruffle Wrap Skirt or a sleek, form-fitting dress, depending on the occasion.

However, if you’re not a formal dress wearer, you can still look island sexy with a denim skirt and a cute crop-top or oversized, flowy shirt.

Either way, the key to making any of these choices work at the Florida Keys is to keep the colors and material light.

For shoes, even on a night out, you are going to want to stick to either flats or sandals. If you wish to wear high heels, ensure they are thick so you can traverse sand or other uneven terrains while maintaining style and grace.

Ultimately, comfort and coolness are the main things when you’re dressing for island festivities, though, as every experience is an adventure. So, in addition to packing your favorite Keys Formal attire, make sure you are ready for some fun with a few Keys Casual selections too!