The Keys and Key West

Pros: Great bars, lots to do, variety of museums and shops, distinctive and attractive style
Cons: Streets can get very crowded, some shops are shady

I was underwhelmed when I found out my itinerary on the Carnival Glory included a stop in Key West. It’s in the United States, for heaven’s sake! I figured my husband and I would stop off the boat for an hour, buy a post card, and be ready to ...

Pros: sun, fun and relaxation,
Cons: Hot in the summer.very hot...

I live within a four hour drive south of Orlando and four hours north of Key West, and there is no doubt in my mind as to which direction I prefer driving. The drive to Orlando is a drab turnpike affair but the road to Key West is a dream.

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Pros: Relaxing, fun, away from it all! Key Lime Pie is heavenly.
Cons: 3-hour drive from Miami. Too much Key Lime Pie is hazardous to your diet.

It's easy to see where Jimmy Buffet got his inspiration. Key West is one of the most laid-back, relaxing and fun places I've ever visited.

Getting There

Leaving Miami for the 110 mile drive to Key West...

Pros: Laid back feel,great drinks,food, snorkeling and magnificent sunsets!
Cons: none I can think of

Update September 2008.I just wanted to send prayers and good wishes to the people and property on Key West and the Florida Keys as Hurricane Ike moves toward those islands. Hurricane Ike is now a category 4 storm and will be hitting Turks and ...

Pros: getting in touch with nature
Cons: none

A few years ago my family suggested we go the Dolphin Research Center in Key Largo for my birthday. I was a little hesitant at first ,after all, actually getting into the water with those big creatures was a scary thought. But I went anyway,thinking I'd...

Pros: great history lesson for the young and old
Cons: can be pretty warm to tour during the summer months

This was the same question I asked my husband and son when they returned to the hotel from the marina to make arrangements for our snorkeling trip the next day. The "Dry What" would be .... the Dry Tortugas. And the trip they were...

Pros: great location
Cons: pricey during the "in season"

If you are considering a trip to Key West and have been contemplating where to stay .... let me introduce you to the Hyatt Key West Resort and Marina.

We have been to Key West twice now in the past six months. Our first visit we were...

Pros: A place for ALL ages to visit, interesting history
Cons: you might have to sleep with the lights on!

This article was written for a magazine on commission. It is supposed to be geared to Spring Breakers, but it has a different slant to it. Therefore, I didn't think it was appropriate to stick in the Education section. I KNOW that it doesn't ...

Pros: Bars, fishing, lot's of action
Cons: Not many sandy beaches

Memoir's from our 2nd trip to Key West June 12-16, 2004 Can anyone out there get a good nights sleep before a "I can't wait to get there" vacation? I know I can't. Add to that a slight fear of flying and not because of 9/11. Anyway we had a 6:04am ...

Pros: It's Key West for pete's sake!
Cons: Are there any?

Why am I writing this review, since obviously others have written many, better, reviews before me?

Because, even though I admit I didn't read them all, I've read some.. and they all leave out the quirky side of Key West. They describe the...

Pros: beautiful water, laid back atmosphere, great food, key lime pie
Cons: need to be on a boat tour/excursion to fully enjoy the water is expen$ive

First off let say that I am a regular to Panama City Beach, Florida and to Destin, Florida. I grew up going to those pure sugar white sandy beaches. I have been down to the Caribbean several times and loved those pure white sandy beaches. When we ...

Pros: All bars within walking distance, if you can, parties every night
Cons: You won't want to leave

There are two types of alcoholics: Regular alcoholics, and social alcoholics. Regular alcoholics place few restrictions on their drinking frequency, location, or beverage of choice, while social alcoholics usually have some standards in that department. ...

Pros: Great weather (in Nov), great food, beautiful architecture, laid back atmosphere, quirky and fun.
Cons: Everything is expensive in Key West. Most good restaurants $18-$25 per entree.

If you are an open-minded adult who loves a laid-back tropical vacation Key West is the place for you! Key West is not for children. Most of the bars, restaurants and general lifestyle are geared toward adults. You will see naked people here and ther ...

Pros: Lots of variety
Cons: None

Here is a helpful overview of some of the great places to eat in Key West, especially if you are willing to go beyond the favorite spots which can become overpopulated and loud. The popular spots for which Key West is known include: Sloppy Joe's,...

Pros: Excellent port for shopping; lots of upscale specialty shops and galleries.
Cons: Time in port is too short.

Several cruise lines call upon Key West on a regular basis. Many three and four night itineraries, as well as a few seven night or longer trips come to Key West for the day. If you happen to be lucky enough to come to Key West by ship, you'll have an...