FARO BLANCO RESORT SPARES NO EXPENSE IN UNVEILING STUNNING RENOVATION

a group of people cutting a ribbon at a ribbon cutting ceremony

FReaching the finish line of a $14 million renovation deserves a celebration, and Faro Blanco Resort and Yacht Club spared no expense in introducing its reimagined property to Marathon’s dignitaries and business community on Oct. 24. Steeped in history with its iconic 1950s lighthouse and historic Parrish house, one of Marathon’s oldest buildings, resort staff spent an evening offering guided tours of the freshly-completed resort, along with live music, culinary creations and a champagne toast led by resort executives from Hilton, Prime Group and Shaner Hospitality.

Paired with Courtyard Faro Blanco, the resort now offers 250 guest rooms, four pools and multiple dining options, including the Blue Waters Bar and Grill and reimagined Lighthouse Kitchen and Bar. More information is at www.faroblancoresort.com. Photos by DANIEL DIEZ/Contributed

Alex Rickert
Alex Rickert made the perfectly natural career progression from dolphin trainer to newspaper editor in 2021 after freelancing for Keys Weekly while working full time at Dolphin Research Center. A resident of Marathon since 2015, he fell in love with the Florida Keys community by helping multiple organizations and friends rebuild in the wake of Hurricane Irma. An avid runner, actor, and spearfisherman, he spends as much of his time outside of work on or under the sea having civil disagreements with sharks.