Situated about 150 miles south of Miami, this island city has the tropical feel of Hawaii, with the flair of the Caribbean, combined with the flavor of New Orleans, and just a hint of old world Cuba, sans the communism. Key West is the largest and southernmost island in the archipelago of the Florida Keys. The remote location doesn’t stop this place from being one of the hottest tourism destinations in the Sunshine State. Many natives refer to this city as the Conch Republic, due to a time not too long ago when, thanks to an unusual territorial clause, this island had short-lived period as an independent republic. Luckily, you won’t need your passport to explore this island paradise!
At the end of Caroline Street, on a quiet road near a marina in Key West, you will find one of the best restaurants in all of the Keys. The sweet aroma of fresh cornbread, sizzling steaks, and grilled seafood practically beckons me from the warm winds blowing through the palm fronds. It can only come from Pepe’s Cafe, the oldest eatery in Key West. While it...
Key West is the westernmost and largest island in the Florida Keys. It sits about 150 miles south of Miami, and about 90 miles north of Havana, Cuba. This island city has the tropical feel of Hawaii, with the flair of the Caribbean, combined with the flavor of New Orleans, and just a hint of old world Cuba, sans the communism. From a birds-eye view, it looks like...