After much consideration it has been decided that the Conched In Key West Bar Crawl will be ceasing to act as an organized charity event. Our reasoning is that given how quickly the event has grown and how much each organizer has going on with our individual companies, sadly we just don't have the time it takes to organize such an event. For those who came out for the other events we want to thank … [Read more...]
Celebrating its 18th year, The Key West Songwriters Festival is the largest festival of its kind in the world. May 1-5, Key West will be transformed into a musical paradise. Since 1997 BMI has been a charter sponsor of the festival and has helped it grow into both a tourist attraction and favorite of island locals. The festival revolves around five days and nights of more than 20 free shows, … [Read more...]
b>KEY WEST, Florida Keys With activities ranging from a drag race for female impersonators to an exuberant sea battle featuring tall ships, the Conch Republic's 10-day birthday party is set for Friday, April 19, through Sunday, April 28. Showcasing the republics eccentric spirit, the 31st annual Conch Republic Independence Celebration commemorates the Florida Keys secession … [Read more...]
FLORIDA KEYS- Three Florida Keys lodging properties have been named among the top 25 small hotels in America by TripAdvisor.com, a popular travel counsel website. Honored with 2013 Travelers Choice awards are the Marquesa House (#4) in Key West, Island Bay Resort (#7) in Tavernier and Orchid Key Inn (#9) in Key West. Selections were made based on the input of millions of valuable … [Read more...]
It was just after 11:00am and I was surrounded by chickens. Head pounding and unable to focus on the scramble of words on the menu, I compose myself just long enough to ask the blonde waitress for a big greasy cheeseburger. Save me burger, save me. My location, Blue Heaven in Key West. My state of mind, hungover. Badly. I was on island for the Key West Songwriters Festival. A spontaneous … [Read more...]
Two major commercial air carriers have begun nonstop seasonal service between Key West and both New York City and Washington D.C. Water-squirting fire trucks, a red carpet and a man blowing a conch shell greeted passengers stepping off Delta Airlines and U.S. Airways flights Saturday at Key West International Airport. Delta Airlines is offering direct flights from New York’s LaGuardia … [Read more...]
2013 is just a couple weeks away, can you believe it! If you are hitting Key West and the Florida Keys next year for a vacation, here are some special events that might be worth checking out. While this calendar lists select highlights for 2013, a full schedule of events throughout the Keys can be found at www.fla-keys.com/calendarofevents/. 2013 Events for Key West & The Florida Keys Jan. … [Read more...]
After five years, a signature summer wine tasting and culinary event is expanding to become the 10-day wintertime Uncorked: the Key Largo & Islamorada Food & Wine Festival, scheduled Thursday through Saturday, Jan. 10-19. Presented by the Upper Keys Business Group, the tasty food, wine and spirits celebration features more than 30 planned eclectic and palate-pleasing pairing events to … [Read more...]
I'm a big fan of old airplanes and boats and thought this event might be cool to checkout if you're in the Keys. The Ocean Reef Club is to host its annual exhibition of classic cars, vintage yachts and antique aircraft during Vintage Weekend, scheduled Thursday, Nov. 29, through Sunday, Dec. 2, in Key Largo. The elegant events schedule is to include cocktail receptions, a road rally, an … [Read more...]
The spirit of the holiday season comes alive in the Florida Keys & Key West with holiday happenings and festive functions spreading cheer in a subtropical climate. From Key Largo to Key West the calendar is packed with events designed to celebrate the holiday spirit including festive lighted boat parades featuring vessels whose decorations range from traditional greenery to offbeat salutes … [Read more...]
KEY WEST, Florida Keys Key West International Airport is now the southernmost stop on Southwest Airlines continental U.S. route after the airline assumed flights previously operated by its subsidiary AirTran Airways to and from the island city. The flights include one daily nonstop flight between Orlando International Airport and Key West, and one daily nonstop flight between Tampa Bay … [Read more...]
Why I Write Close your eyes and remove yourself from the everyday. Picture your toes sinking into the sand as the waves kiss your ankles. It's a serene feeling that everyone should experience. I live a little bit of that life, living on the coast of southwest Florida and escaping to Caribbean to find adventure and inspiration whenever possible. If you have a love of the Caribbean and the island lifestyle then you have come to the right place. It's my passion to share the beauty of the island with … Read More
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