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Arriving on Dry Tortugas

Why the name Dry Tortugas? The island was first reached by Ponce de Leon who called it Tortugas due to the number of sea turtles they found. In fact, they used these turtles as food while sailing.

How about the dry? There was no drinkable water around.

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Comments (2)

Oct 11, 2008
Dennis Oliver said...
Carlinha!

Love the photo! I'm glad you and your family are visiting other locations in the Keys.

Beijocas!

Dennis

Oct 11, 2008
Carla Arena said...
Dennis, yesterday was simply a wonderful time together with my mom. I had been to dry tortugas in January with hubby and the kids. I just loved it. This time was calmer and relaxing. A day that we'll cherish. My mom just loved it. Now, she traveled to Boston, but will be back in a week.

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