Key West Gardens
The tiny island of Key West is only 2x4 miles. But it has a good number of gardens that are open to the public. There is no more tranquil spot…
The tiny island of Key West is only 2x4 miles. But it has a good number of gardens that are open to the public. There is no more tranquil spot…
A horrible hurricane that hit the island of Key West on October 11, 1846 disinterred most of the bodies in the original burial ground near Higgs Beach. So, a new…
So you are coming to Key West and you want to relax at the beach for some of your trip. Well if you are staying at one of the few hotels with a small beach area, such as the Casa Marina, the Reach, or the Pier House Resort & Caribbean Spa, then you are set! But if you are staying at one of the other eclectic Key West properties, then you’ll want to know where all of the best beaches are. Look no further!
Things to keep in mind about the Key West Beaches.
Bridge in the Florida Keys and Key West at Sunset Practically everyone has heard of Key West. But, many people have no idea where it is or how to get…
National Key Deer Refuge Map While there are plenty of things to do in Key West, many people like to take to some of the other Florida Keys to explore…

Key West is a subtropical island. It is the closest point to the equator in the continental USA. That makes our weather here nearly perfect everyday!
In the summertime one can expect temperatures in the 90’s F; however, the humidity is high so it feels much warmer on most days. In the winter months the temperature is generally in the 60’s to 70’s F, but it can get down into the 40’s F and up into the 80’s F.
Key West does have a rainy season. Generally, it is dry December through April and rainy May through October. However, the rain showers experienced in Key West are typically scattered and short lived, providing a nice respite from the summertime heat.
There are many events, celebrations and festivals held in Key West throughout the year. And, Lobsterfest is one of the most popular of these events. This year, the festival will…
Key West’s historic seaport has been a pivotal spot for the island's industry for hundreds of years. In the early days of Key West, it was the epicenter for fishing,…
My best friend, Pam, is moving away. So, for our last hurrah, my husband and I met up with her on Sunday morning for breakfast at Ram's Head Southernmost in…
As a native of New Jersey and Italian at that, I take my pizza very seriously. White Street Pizza opened up a few weeks ago, and last night I had…
My Maltese, Indiana Bones, is small and well behaved and he loves to go places with me as much as I like taking him places. So, we are pretty much…
I was very excited to hear of a New Mexican restaurant opening in Key West. Today, my husband and I tried it out for lunch. Located at the Overseas Market,…