Key West is positively a real-life Shangri La! The tiny island is approximately 4 miles long and 2 miles wide however, it can keep a “history nut” occupied for hours, days…..even weeks! Whether your interest is in the original settlers and inhabitants, politics, nature, architecture, famous residents or visitors including poets, writers, singers or pirates and treasures, marine life or quirky culture, Key West will have something to pique your interest.
Secrets You Don't Know About Historic Key West
Aug 28, 2020 12:53:14 PM / by Key West Express posted in Insider, Museums, Attractions, Activities, Walking Distance, Old-Town, Tours, Information, Beach, Kids
Social Distancing in Key West
Jul 23, 2020 10:50:10 AM / by Key West Express posted in Insider, Museums, Attractions, Activities, Walking Distance, Information, Cycling Tour, Bikes
Corona Virus has forced us all to adjust how we work & play. Key West provides the perfect respite with sand between your toes and sunshine on your face on this idyllic island oasis. Relax, rejuvenate, mask up and social distance as you escape to the vacation spot of Pirates, Poets & Presidents.
9 Most Instagram Worthy Places in Key West
Jul 11, 2020 4:30:00 AM / by Key West Express posted in Insider, Museums, Attractions, Activities, Outdoor, Information, Beach, Kids
Planning your next Key West trip? Scoping out the best places to eat or finding that perfectly, idyllic resort with all the amenities? Well, once you get there, you'll want to document your trip and all that you did and saw. There's nothing like making friends and family envious of your good fortune, while taking a wonderful sailing trip to the tropical oasis of Key West, Florida. To help you in your pursuit of finding that perfect spot, that is that " oh so " Instagram perfect, we have our recommendations on this very important issue!
Bike Tours in Key West
Jan 23, 2020 9:00:00 AM / by Key West Express posted in Insider, Activities, Tours, Cycling Tour, Bikes, Bike Tour
Bicycling is back in fashion and bicycle tourism is a unique, sustainable and healthy way to explore a city. Are you looking for prime cycle tours in Florida? Then look to Key West!
Fort Myers Day Trips | Drive to Key West?
Dec 4, 2019 4:15:13 PM / by Key West Express posted in Insider, Waterfront, Fort Myers Beach, Marco Island, Fort Myers, Information
Whether you are in Key West and want to take a trip to the historical Fort Myers for the day or you are in Fort Myers with other vacation ideas (like seeing Key West), you are only a ferry ride away!
Can You Do Key West And Be Healthy? It's Easy If You Do It Smart!
Oct 1, 2019 9:02:00 AM / by Key West Express posted in Insider, Restaurants, Casual, Bed & Breakfast, Breakfast, Key West Hotels, Lunch, Upscale Casual, Information, Healthy Eating
Healthful Key West
The Duval Crawl has its allure for visitors in need of a wild and crazy live on the edge experience. Bars and pubs and parties and music, adult silliness and shenanigans.
How long does it take to get to Key West / How do I get to Key West?
Apr 4, 2018 4:31:00 PM / by Key West Express posted in Insider, Fort Myers Beach, Marco Island, Fort Myers, Information
We get to answer a long list of questions from our guests. And the questions go from the mild to the wild!! Do we allow parrots?? (Yep) Can we take SCUBA Tanks? (Nope) Will the Captain marry us? (Sorry, but another no) The list goes on and on....
Pirates and Wenches and Gold, Oh My!
Oct 17, 2017 10:00:00 AM / by Key West Express posted in Insider, Museums, Fort Myers
Pirating in Florida
Photo Credit: Piqsels
Florida is well-known as a haven for pirates. The history behind Florida’s pirates is quite fascinating….
Key West Embraces Its Cuban Heritage
Jul 7, 2017 3:41:15 PM / by Key West Express posted in Insider
90 Miles to Cuba
Cubans have been living in Key West for more than 150 years. Since Ponce de Leon landed in 1513, Florida and the Florida Keys really belonged to Spain….with a few occasions when France and England laid their claim. In 1815 Spain seceded Florida to the United States.
Our Guide to Hurricane Season in Florida
Jun 21, 2017 11:20:51 AM / by Key West Express posted in Insider
Want to visit Florida in the summer, but worried about hurricanes….. statistically, there is an extremely low risk that a storm will impact your vacation.