Key West Beaches 101: A Guide to the Best Beaches in Key West Key West is not known for its beaches, but there are a handful of options that fit the bill. Strong tides and heavy winds often keep the water from being all that favorable. However, local businesses have set up appropriately so that…
Key West Scooters: Do’s & Don’t Busy streets and warm weather mean visitors want to spend less time on the streets of Key West and more in the sunshine. The size of the Keys often prompt visitors to find a more effective way to move around the roads rather than needing to walk from point…
Post Hurricane Irma Efforts in Florida Keys Regroup, Rebuild, Recover The Florida Keys received the first major blow on U.S. Soil last week at Category 4 winds from the devastating Hurricane Irma. With the eye wall going over the Lower Keys, specifically the Key West/Big Pine Key area, the catastrophic damage was severe up through…
Key West’s MUST EATS at Each Price Range A good meal can make an evening, and the right restaurants can make a vacation. Whether you visit Key West for a weekend or a week, there are a number of options that meet all culinary expectations. Garbo’s Grill ($) Garbo’s Grill is the ideal, affordable option…
4 Key West Cuisines: More than Seafood Fresh catches and bright flavors provide visitors an assortment of seafood options that fit with the Caribbean feel of the Keys. However, some grow tired of the monotoned menu options and look for a change of flavors. Key West offers a number of options, both traditional and unique,…
Ideal Key West Weather There is a clearly defined “tourist” season in Key West. The influx of non-local persons reaches a high point as the calendar turns over and the holiday season is in full swing. Uncoincidentally, these numbers match the favorable weather numbers of the year for Key West. Those looking to avoid the…
Best Fishing Charters in Key West Fishing remains a staple in Key West tourism and the result is an ever-ready supply of fishing charters. Those who have never fished in the area will want to turn to an agent or one of the more popular names. If there is a specific type of fish that…
If you are nestled in Florida’s southeastern city of Fort Lauderdale, a quick trip to Key West is only a few hours away. Though the distance may be too great for a single day trip, it makes for the perfect destination on a long weekend. Fort Lauderdale is about three and a half hours away…
Top 3 Ways to Explore Key West Key West is a remarkable city in that it represents centuries of different cultures, the different mindsets of Civil War era southerners, colonial era Cubans, and modern Americans. Learning how to best work your way through the island will help you make the most of your time in…
Learn Your Keys in 1, 2, 3! Key West is a landmark city in Florida for a number of reasons. Recognizing its place in history, but also its recent development allows tourists to find more attractions during their stay. In only three steps you’ll not only know how Key West came to be, but what…