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Key West Insider: Planning a Trip to Key West?

February 28, 2009 by

Planning a Trip to Key West? Debbie and I have lived in Key West since 1992. There is much to be excited about as you plan a getaway to one of America’s most unique destinations. Key West is a small, laid back, tropical island. Plan your trip to avoid the often cool January and the August/September... Read the full story

Key West Insider: Where to Caffeinate

February 21, 2009 by

Late, last century (circa 1991), Gary & Olga. left the Big Bad Apple (NY), looking for a home for their new coffee roasting company. They set up shop in a small building on the uptown side of Key West’s famed Duval Street. In the 1920′s, an old Cuban family had owned this building and... Read the full story

Key West Insider: Shopping Emporiums

February 21, 2009 by

Shopping Emporiums · Besame Mucho, 315 Petronia · Blue, 718 Caroline (also located in Islamorada) · Isle Style, 1204 Simonton · Archeo Gallery, 1208 Duval · Hands On, 1206 Duval · The Restaurant Store (owners, Richard & Kathy), 1111 Eaton · Fast Buck Freddie’s, 500 Duval · Voltaire Books,... Read the full story

Key West Insider: Where To Stay

February 18, 2009 by

1) Gardens Hotel – Top of the line 526 Angela Street Key West, FL 33040 (800)526-2664 or (305)294-2661     2) Marquesa – Top of the line 600 Fleming Street Key West, Florida 33040 (800) 869-4631 or (305) 292-1919 Fax (305) 294-2121   3) Sunset Key- I went to the completely upgraded... Read the full story

Key West Insider: Where To Eat

February 2, 2009 by

1) *Louies Backyard -Lunch or dinner. On the water patio. Pricey. Best for sunset. 2) *Marquesa Café – Old Town. Top of the line. Pricey. Read the menu here. 3) *Michaels -Old Town. High-end. Dinner only. Read the menu here. 4) *Antonia’s – A longtime favorite. Stick with dinner. Read... Read the full story