An almost hidden beach next to a fort from the Civil War era does not sound like the typical Key West scenery, but that's exactly what Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park is. Expansive beaches are surprisingly few and far between throughout the Keys, but...
Key West is home to many bed and breakfasts ranging from small and basic to grand and fancy, but most are cheaper than staying in a larger hotel. I like the quaintness and personal attention of a bed and breakfast, but we had yet to...
Sunsets in Key West are a big deal--every evening Mallory Square hosts a sunset celebration where thousands of people gather to watch the sun dip below the horizon. With gorgeous colors and the elusive green flair, more often than not, you will catch a great...
Somehow, Key West continues to draw me in with a tighter grasp every time I set foot on its sizzling shores. I have visited this tiny island paradise more times than I can count (and yes, I can count into double digits, thank you very...
In May of 2011, there was a mass stranding of 23 pilot whales in the Florida Keys; they were found beached near Cudjoe Key, which is located around 20 miles north of Key West. The Marine Mammal Conservancy Organization (MMC) rushed to help and located...
