5 Travel Resolutions for 2026 (You Can Keep at Kon Tiki Resort)

Let’s be honest—most New Year’s resolutions are hard to keep. But not these. If your goal for 2026 is to slow down, travel more, and enjoy life in the Florida Keys, we’ve got five travel resolutions that are easy to commit to—and even easier to enjoy right here at Kon Tiki Resort.

1. Unplug and Be Present

At Kon Tiki, mornings start with coffee on your cottage porch, not conference calls. There’s no better place to disconnect from the noise and reconnect with what matters. Whether you're watching the sunrise from the dock or catching the sunset on the bay, you’ll find plenty of moments to just breathe.

Need a nudge? Read our post on The Perfect Day in Islamorada—According to a Local for an itinerary that keeps it simple and real.

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2. Travel Somewhere That Feels Like a Second Home

Big resorts might have polished lobbies, but we’ve got something better—Old Florida charm, friendly faces, and cottages that feel like yours the minute you walk in. We’ve been part of Islamorada for decades, and we’ve stayed true to our roots. In 2026, skip the chains and stay somewhere that still feels like the Keys.

Learn more about our renovations and history in Still Charming After All These Years.

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3. Spend More Time on the Water

Bring your boat or rent one nearby—Kon Tiki is one of the only Islamorada resorts offering free dockage, trailer parking, and a private ramp just for guests. You’ll have easy access to the bay, the backcountry, and the Atlantic.

From Alligator Lighthouse snorkeling to sandbar picnics, our marina makes it easy to turn “spend more time outside” into a resolution that sticks.

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4. Embrace Spontaneity (and Happy Hour)

There’s no schedule required in Islamorada. Spend the afternoon beach-hopping, boating, or doing nothing at all. When you’re ready to refuel, pull up a chair at one of our favorite spots—like Lorelei or Square Grouper—and toast to the day with a frozen drink and a water view.

Need ideas? Our Islamorada Happy Hour Guide breaks it down.

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5. Go Where the Crowds Aren’t

Want a Florida vacation without the traffic and theme park crowds? Islamorada in the slower months offers just that. You’ll find open tables at restaurants, fewer boats on the water, and the same stunning sunsets. Trust us—winter in the Florida Keys hits different.

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Bonus: Actually Book the Trip

Whether you're planning a spontaneous weekend or a full week of salt air and sunshine, Kon Tiki is the perfect place to start the year off right.

Explore our bayside cottages, bring your boat, and let 2026 be the year of more memories and fewer to-do lists.