Fun in Key West

Hey Reader, It’s Throwback Tuesday, and today we’re tackling one of those unexciting but very necessary travel topics: parking in Key West. 😅Because if you’re going to sip rum, watch sunsets, and stroll Duval Street, you’ll want to know where to stash your wheels without turning it into an Olympic sport. 👉 Check out the full guide here — it’s got all the spots locals use (and the ones to avoid when your patience is thin). Let’s Be Honest… Key West is dreamy until you try to park a car. The...

Hey Reader, Well, we’ve officially made it through the first week-ish of January—and 2026 is already off to a busy start! How’s your year going? Hopefully it’s filled with strong coffee, sunshine, and maybe a daydream or two about palm trees. I’m back in the swing of things (finally!) and we covered a lot of great stuff this week—so here’s your quick recap: 🐠 Monday We dove into the fascinating history of the Key West Aquarium—did you know it was the first open-air aquarium in the U.S.? Built...

Hey Reader, Happy New Year! 🎉 And what better way to kick off 2026 than with sunshine, laughter, and frosty drinks that make every day feel like a mini‑vacation? It’s Throwback Tuesday, and we’re going back to a fan‑favorite forever classic: 👉 3 must‑make drinks using the Margaritaville Frozen Concoction Maker Time to fire up the blender and pretend your kitchen is a tiki bar. 🏝️ 🍹 Why This Is the Perfect January Pick‑Me‑Up Let’s be real — January can feel like the “in-between” month: ✨...

Hey Reader, It’s Throwback Tuesday, and today we’re talking about something that’s basically Key West in dessert form — Publix Key Lime Pie. 🍈✨ You know the one: that perfect balance of tangy lime, sweet filling, crumbly crust, and that feeling like sunshine is doing a little happy dance on your tongue. 👉 Check out the recipe here and get ready to fire up your oven (or just your cravings). Why This Pie Is Worth Making (or Craving) 🍋 Classic flavor: Not too sweet, tart in all the right places,...

Hey Reader, It’s Throwback Tuesday, and today we’re clucking all the way back to one of the most frequently asked questions about the island: Why are there so many roosters running around Key West?! 👉 Check out the full post here for the scoop, the lore, and the feathery facts that make this island a little louder (and a lot more charming). The Short Version (Because Let’s Be Real — These Birds Don’t Shut Up) If you’ve ever been to Key West, you know what I mean: you step out for coffee, and...

Hey Reader, We rang in 2026 with sunshine, live music, and… one very oversized red flip-flop. Kevin and I spent New Year’s Eve wandering around Margaritaville in Orlando — not quite Key West, but hey, it was warmish, and there were zero snowflakes in sight. That’s a win. 🙌 ✨ We snapped a photo in front of the giant flip-flop (because of course we did) — you’ll see that we started the year with smiles and maybe a margarita or two. Happy New Year!! 🎉 And the Winner Is… Our December Fun Box...

Hey Reader, It’s Throwback Tuesday, and — can you believe it? — this is our last one of the year. So naturally, we’re going out the right way… on a boat at sunset. ⛵🌞 If there’s one thing that screams island magic better than anything else, it’s a Key West sunset sail — wind in your hair, pastel skies melting into the ocean, and the kind of quiet joy that makes you exhale for the first time all week. 👉 Check out the full guide to the best sunset sails in Key West here and get ready to start...

Hey Reader, Whew! What. A. Week. Between the travel, the Christmas craziness, and spending time with family (and eating way too many cookies), I almost forgot what day it was. But I didn’t forget to share a few fun things with you. 🎤 This week, I got to chat with the fabulous Kim Stamps—you might know her from Up the Keys Eco Tours, but now she’s launching two new adventures in paradise: 👉 The iWitness Key West Crime Tour (mystery, scandal, and a touch of drama—what’s not to love?) 👉 Tarte...

Hey Reader, It’s Throwback Tuesday, and this week we’re shifting gears to something every family traveler cares about: kid‑friendly adventures in Key West. ☀️🐬 Whether you’re planning a beach day with little ones or just want ideas that keep everyone smiling (yes, even the teens), this guide has you covered. 👉 Check out the full list of kid activities here and start planning your family fun. 🌴 Highlights That Kids (and Parents) Love 🐠 Aquarium Encounters & Marine Fun From hands‑on tide pools...