7th Annual Holiday Cookie Throwdown at The Marker Key West on December 24

Swap cold weather for sunshine and tropical island charm this holiday season at The Marker Key West Harbor Resort in Key West, Florida. Nestled near the Historic Seaport, steps from Duval Street and Mallory Square, the waterfront resort offers a sun-filled holiday escape with three sparkling pools, lush tropical grounds and an open-air restaurant and bar. Adding a sweet twist to the holiday festivities, The Marker will host its 7th Annual Holiday Cookie Throwdown on Thursday, December 24 at noon, inviting bakers to showcase their favorite holiday cookies in a festive competition. Resort guests and locals are invited to celebrate and serve as judges, sampling holiday treats and voting for their favorite cookies. To enter the competition, contact: aandrade@southernmostresorts.com.