Marathon Marina

Marathon Marina Office

Unfortunately, I have to re-enter the working world again for awhile.  We won't be able to resume our journey until January of 2016.  So... here is a little peek of Marathon before I take a break from blogging. The marina sits literally right off the ocean - there is no "sea wall" or break of any sort.  Talaria's stern is facing the ocean. The only thing out there is highway one which connects the line of islands (Keys) all the way down to Key West. 

Sun setting over Seven Mile Bridge

Talaria in her slip - the Atlantic at her back

To the right is the famous Seven Mile Bridge - which is an experience to drive over.  Nothing but ocean on either side for the full seven miles.  This one spot is where boats can cross over from the Gulf to the Atlantic side.  The side you see is the Atlantic Ocean, on the other side of the bridge is Florida Bay.




The marina itself is nice - but pricey!  There are a few little Tiki huts where you can sit out and eat.  There is a "Captains Lounge" - with TV and a large selection of movies to watch.  Never see anyone in there!  





We do however see quite a few people at the pool.  Particularly, around "happy hour" 
their cocktails in hand!!  Now if you are looking for an "inexpensive" way to live in paradise.  You can always take a lesson from the enterprising folks who just drive their RV into a trailer park - cover the windshield, hook up some power and water - wa la ... HOME.  Next stop Cuba!!  Will catch up in January!!

Captains lounge - Tiki Hut

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Salt water pool at Marina

RV home in the trailer park