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Key West Gardens

The tiny island of Key West is only 2×4 miles. But it has a good number of gardens that are open to the public. There is no more tranquil spot in Key West than in one of the beautiful island…

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Key West Cemetary Map courtesy of the Historic Florida Keys Foundation

Key West Cemetery

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 location on higher ground in the center of Key West…

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Key West Dog Beach

Key West Beaches

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…

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Key West International Airport

Traveling to Key West

Practically everyone has heard of Key West. But, many people have no idea where it is or how to get here. Almost everyday I have someone ask me how to get to Key West. So, for all those wanting to…

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National Key Deer Refuge, Blue Hole, Big Pine Key

National Key Deer Refuge

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 while vacationing in the Southernmost City. And for nature lovers, there are plenty of things…

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weather in Key West

Key West Weather – What to Expect

 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…

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Key West Lobsterfest 2024

Key West Lobsterfest 2024

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 be celebrating its 27th year, from August 8-11, 2024. Lobsterfest…

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Key West Seaport

The Key West Historic Seaport

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, shrimping, sponging, and turtling. Today, modern day shops and restaurants…

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Ram’s Head Southernmost Restaurant Review

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 the Bahama Village section of Old Town Key West. Normally,…

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White Street pizza

White Street Pizza Review

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 an opportunity to try it out. I had high hopes,…

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Paradise Pups

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 always together. For this reason, my husband has taken to…

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El Rinconcito Mexican Restaurant Review

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, aka the Winn Dixie Shopping Center Plaza, this tiny eatery…

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