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This little island truly has something for everyone. Whether you’re disembarking from a cruise ship, deplaning at Key West International Airport or driving in over Route 1, you’re sure to find an array of unforgettable experiences on Key West. Parasailing is a major tourist activity in Key West. It’s a huge thrill as your powerboat speeds up and the parasail canopy catches the wind for the first time. There’s nothing like parasailing in Key West, so it’s no wonder it’s so popular in this tropical paradise. Faster than you expect, you’ll be hundreds of feet in the sky. Imagine the sea breeze whip through your hair as you float above it all. Imagine floating 400 feet in the air, making eye contact with seagulls, terns and other marine birds. You can parasail by yourself, or with another a friend or two. It’s a great bonding experience and one you will never forget, Key West parasailing is completely safe, but still a lot of fun. In fact, even little kids can parasail and often they have even more fun than the grown-ups. Some of the finest saltwater fishing and deep-sea fishing in the world attract many anglers each year. But you don’t have to be an expert angler to enjoy Key West. History buffs enjoy the Hemingway House and Audubon museum, Harry S. Truman’s ÒLittle White House,Ó and other sites in Old Town. All-ages attractions include parasailing, dolphin encounters, glass bottom boat tours, jet ski island tours, snorkeling trips, and all-inclusive watersports packages. Couples enjoy romantic sunset cruises and tandem parasailing. Biplane rides can be fun, too. Key West is famous for its nightlife and bars like Margaritaville, which appeal to singles. Snorkeling is huge among the eco-tourism crowd, along with day trips to the Dry Tortugas and dolphin watching tours. Key West is small, and many attractions are within walking distance of the port. But if you’re only on Key West for a few hours, it makes sense to rent a scooter or electric car to help you make the most of your time in port, so you can enjoy more time on your dolphin watching tour, jet ski trip, snorkeling or parasailing than transportation issues. Cruise-friendly scooter rentals start at 2 hours. Electric cars can be rented for as little as three hours. If you’re going to be in Key West for more than a day, standard rental cars are also available. However, with the hassles of parking a full-size car, many people still opt for scooters or eCars. Luckily for you, there’s so much to chose from that Key West can keep you busy for every moment you’re in port. Because you won’t be arriving in port by yourself, it makes sense to book your shore excursions early to be sure you can get tickets to the trips you want. Because the cruise ship marks up excursion tickets, you can save a lot of money by planning your port call in advance and making your reservations through a local booking agency. The local shop ToursKeyWest.com sells discount attraction tickets for some of the island’s most popular things to do, such as fishing charters, parasailing trips, sunset cruises, glass bottom boat tours and jet ski rentals. If you’re arriving during a popular holiday season, it’s even more important to book your excursions in advance, because the most popular trips (things like snorkeling, parasailing trips, and sunset cruises) often sell out. You don’t want to be the only one in Key West with nothing to do, so book early. In fact, it’s a good idea to book your attractions a few weeks in advance.