Nowhere is Key West's lively spirit more evident than in the city's cemetery. Cheeky epitaphs like "I Told You I Was Sick" and "At Least I Know Where He's...
Key West's iconic lighthouse was built in 1847 and originally powered by 15 oil lamps that helped guide sailors to the island. Although it no longer serves...
Just three weeks after arriving in Key West, Ernest Hemingway finished "A Farewell to Arms", and he and his wife fell in love with the island. They built...
Key West has served as a presidential retreat since 1880 when Ulysses S. Grant visited the island. This house belonged to Harry Truman and his wife Bess....
The Conch Tour Train makes a lot of top 10 lists, and for good reason. While it may feel a little touristy, it's an easy way to get acquainted with the...
When the museum admissions and snorkeling tours start to add up, free options are always the way to go. The Eco-Discovery Center features more than 6,000...
Don't leave Key West without seeing the nightly Sunset Celebration on the Mallory Square Dock where the crowd is as colorful as the sky. Entertainers like...
About 70 miles from Key West lies Dry Tortugas National Park, seven islands that straddle the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean. The shallow...
Soothing music, birds, turtles, fountains and over 80 species of butterflies make a relaxing break from Margaritaville. The entrance to the conservatory...
A common misconception travelers have when planning a trip to Key West is that there will be sparkling white-sand beaches awaiting them. In fact, large...
Key West offers plenty of opportunities for recreation and education in both outdoor and indoor settings. Numerous museums detailing island architecture, life and wildlife will help you make the most of the occasional rainy day. Beaches, open-air tour trolleys, the cemetery stroll and a wide variety of water sports await you on sunny days.
Originally from upstate New York, this restless traveler has a knack for befriending interesting characters. You can usually find her just about anywhere that has a hammock. Amber's favorite places are Iceland for its remoteness; Panama for its parties; and Peru for its history.
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