Key West Split Fishing Charters

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Split or shared deep sea fishing charters in Key West. Save money by paying for just one seat out of 6. Split fishing charters are a very popular way to go deep sea fishing in Key West.

Last Day of the Atlantic Hurricane Season

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Today is November 30, 2024, and it is the last day of the Atlantic Hurricane Season! The season runs each year from June 1 until November 30. To mark this day, Key West celebrates by burning a hurricane flag doused in rum. Can there be a more appropriate way for this island to mark the […]

D.J’s Clam Shack – Review

DJ's Clam Shack Review

When one thinks of Key West dining, inevitably, fresh seafood comes to mind. D.J.’s Clam Shack, a little hole in the wall location on Key West’s famed Duval Street, serves some of the freshest seafood around. Just ask celebrity chef, Guy Fieri, who has featured this location on his show, Diners, Drive-in’s & Dives, twice […]

Bob’s on Margaret – Restaurant Review

Tuna steak bobs on Margaret

The Bob’s on Margaret restaurant review was something that I was very excited about doing. Especially since they were offering a 50% off special for the month of October. So, with friends in tow, we made reservations for 5pm last evening. We arrived a few minutes early; as we waited for the doors to open […]

The Docks Restaurant Review

fish sandwich at The Docks restaurant

Yesterday, my husband and I along with our friends Tommy and Pam had dinner at a new restaurant called The Docks located on Front Street on Stock Island. The building was home to Fishbusterz Fish House for many years. This new eatery has revamped an old, dingy space into one with a clean and trendy, […]

Family Friendly Key West

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There are many options that make a family friendly Key West. Many people think of Key West as an adults only destination and there are no Family Friendly options. When one considers all of the bars that dot the island it is no wonder why they think that. But many people do not realize that there […]

Flamingo Crossing Ice Cream

Flamingo Crossing Ice Cream Review

I have been to Flamingo Crossing in Key West for ice cream more times than I can count. This is our go to ice cream stop on the island. What makes Flamingo Crossing so special? For one, their gelato style ice cream is not shipped in from anywhere. It is all made in house. And, […]

Key West and the History of Flight

Pan Am Key West

With the current expansion of the Key West International Airport going on, it seems apropos to take a look back at the connection to Key West and the history of flight. From military to civilian air, this little island has a big background in aviation. NAS Key West From its earliest days, before NAS Key […]

Souper Happy Key West Restaurant Review

Souper Happy

Wanting to try something a little different for dinner last night, we decided to meet up with some friends at Souper Happy. If you like soup, this is the place for you. But if you are in the mood for something else, you can also order from the Miso Happy menu which is their sister […]

El Molcajete Restaurant Review

El Mocajete Mexican restaurant key west

The last day of August saw the grand opening of a new Mexican restaurant in Key West. El Molcajete, located at 1500 Bertha Street, opened for lunch and dinner, with a live mariachi band playing during the dinner seating. While I do love a good mariachi band, my husband and I went for lunch so […]

Key West Restaurant Vacation Closures 2024

Things slow down a bit in Key West in the fall, which is what us locals refer to as the off-season. There are less visitors coming to the island during this time due to a combination of factors. And, with this slower time for tourism on the island, it is a good time for some […]

Key West Olive Oil and Gourmet

Key West Olive Oil and gourmet

Walking down Duval Street this weekend, I came across a newer shop that I had not noticed before. Myself being a foodie, I had to check out Key West Olive Oil and Gourmet. The store’s owners have a passion for cooking, wine, beer and all things gourmet. And, this is apparent once you walk through […]