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Blue Eyed Trader Private Charters, Key West

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Blue Eyed Trader Private Charters

5555 College Rd, Sunset Marina, Key West, FL 33040
305-393-1799
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The Blue Eyed Trader
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Ranked #1 of 241 activities in Key West
5.0 of 5 stars 146 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: Enjoy a fun filled day in the Florida Keys. Spend a few hours sportfishing or family fun fishing. Plan a beach excursion, swimming, snorkeling, sight... more » Owner description: Enjoy a fun filled day in the Florida Keys. Spend a few hours sportfishing or family fun fishing. Plan a beach excursion, swimming, snorkeling, sight seeing,or a sunset cruise. See the annual powerboat races from the water. Design your day on the water with Captain Ron on the Blue Eyed Trader. « less
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Elgin, Illinois, United States
1 review
“Just Awesome”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Great experience (5/8/13) on the Blue Eyed Trader with Captain Ron and Nina! Caught so much fish (Yellow Tail Snapper) the six of of us couldnt even eat all of it. Perfect day and Ron knew exactly where to go to load us up with meat before going jigging in deeper waters and trolling. Also caught some Bonita as well!... More

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Laconia, New Hampshire
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“A First Rate Trip - Again”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

I've been on the Blue Eyed Trader for a trip before (check out my last review on them) and had a great time, so I became a repeat customer. Once again, Ron, and this time his wife/mate Nina, took me and my young son fishing. Conditions weren't ideal, but they did everything they could to get us hooked up. Smart,... More

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Suwanee, Georgia
2 reviews
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“One of the best.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

Booked a half day charter for six people. Super-easy to work with, took the time to explain everything folks of widely different experience levels. The boat is great, and Capt. Ron and Nina are the nicest folks on the water. Five-star all around.

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Captainron_11, Owner at Blue Eyed Trader Private Charters, responded to this review
17 April 2013

Thank you for the great review! I'm glad you had a great time fishing with us. We both love to fish and share it with everyone. The folks were a blast, loved the storys they told. Thank you for a great day also. More

Milwaukee
2 reviews
“Two great days on the water.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013 via mobile

While in Key West, I went out with Captain Ron twice. It doeant matter who is the mate, he always has a great and experienced crew aboard. We caught tons of yellowtail and at the end I reeled in a 40 pound Amber Jack. The fight from that fish was so fun, and in the end I landed him. Despite... More

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Captainron_11, Owner at Blue Eyed Trader Private Charters, responded to this review
17 April 2013

Thanks for fishing with us again! We love when people come back to have another fun day. I was very impressed watching you land that 40lb Amberjack! Great job girl! I also know Cory had fun working the cockpit. Thanks and hurry back!! More

St. Petersburg, Florida
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Blue Eyes, Blue Water and the Best Fishing Ever”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

Ron and Nina LaDuc are two of the best in the keys when it comes to fishing. Located on Stock Island, for those of you who don't know ~ it just above Key West and easily accessed either by car or taxi. These two blue eyed beauties know what they are doing. They have tons of "honey holes" to bring... More

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Captainron_11, Owner at Blue Eyed Trader Private Charters, responded to this review
4 April 2013

Thanks for the kind review! I love when people get us, Nina and I love what we do and it makes it better when we have great people to share it with. I would love to take you guys out again and show you some more honey holes. Stay well and hurry back. Captain blue eye's More

Washington DC
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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“Hard working boat”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013 via mobile

Captain Ron and his son worked hard to put us on the fish during less than perfect weather. We caught fish, saw turtles and learned a lot about the various techniques employed. Ron obviously cares about providing a quality experience and he delivers. Even pointed us to a great restaurant where our catch was cooked to order.

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Captainron_11, Owner at Blue Eyed Trader Private Charters, responded to this review
4 April 2013

Thanks. I'm glad you had a chance to fish with my son, he has the same passion for the sport as i do. When it comes to fishing the only thing we can gaurantee, is ''we will work hard''. Thanks for fishing with us. More

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“Epic day!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013 via mobile

Wahoooooo! What a day! Great weather, huge fish, monstrous turtle and a Cuban raft! Thanks for an amazing day Ron and Nina.

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Captainron_11, Owner at Blue Eyed Trader Private Charters, responded to this review
4 April 2013

How about that raft!! Can you imagine bringing your loved ones over the ocean in that thing? It was an Epic day and were happy to have shared it wtih you guys. More fun to come! More

Key West, Florida, United States
1 review
“Great memories fishing”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

Captain Ron and Nina where awesome. The knowledge and gear were top notch. We caught Dolphin, yellowtail snapper, Bonito and a 40lb Amberjack. We hooked up way more fish than we boated. We had some amazing fish fights with the unknown. I can't imagine a better day on the water.

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Captainron_11, Owner at Blue Eyed Trader Private Charters, responded to this review
4 April 2013

What a fun day that was! We are very happy to take the local people out for a day of fun, sun, and fishing. We are also happy to have met all ya''ll and can't wait for your return to fish again. I have more tricks to show you so hurry back. More

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“Best Charter I've Ever Been On”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013 via mobile

Captain Ron and Nina were absolutely wonderful. My friend Loren and I went out early one morning with them and caught everything from Mutton Snapper to Kingfish to Amberjacks to Yellowtail. He has "spots" all over the area where he'll get fish for you and is a great teacher as well. He might be captain in name but Nina runs... More

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Captainron_11, Owner at Blue Eyed Trader Private Charters, responded to this review
4 April 2013

Now that was a fun day. I'm glad that Nina did a great job for you guys. She does run the show, as does your guy Loren! Thanks for sharing your special wedding day with us! Captain Ron. More

Marion, Iowa
1 review
“Bachelor Party”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

I went out fishing with Captain Ron for part of my bachelor party. We had a sailfish on within 10 mins of the lines being in the water. My buddy ended up catching it and weigh roughly 60 lbs. It was nice to have an expert ,such as ron, to guide you on the proper techniques to fishing. We ended... More

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Captainron_11, Owner at Blue Eyed Trader Private Charters, responded to this review
4 April 2013

I love when the fish bite in the first few minutes! He said he wanted a fish that pulls and Sailfish do pull! I think you guys have caught a sail on every trip with us!! Thanks for the great day. More

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