Key West Travel Forum

While there are 2 nice reviews of this hotel, they are both from 2004. Has anyone stayed there recently who can provide me with some feedback?

Thanks in advance!

ummm.. I know this is kinda strange but....hubby found out that there have been 2 diving deaths in the Florida keys. I am the one who wants to dive but hubby is a concerned about this since the deaths have been reported. Can anyone tell me the location? or the name of the diving boats these people went on? And anything new on the investigation on the diving equipment?
It would be my 1st time diving. I was expecting to take a resort diving course. Wondering how safe.
I do understand that 2 diving deaths in all the excursions is probably like shark attacks (few and far between) but this prompts me to do more research.
Thank you

I've heard that key west has quite a few cats, are they roaming around everywhere, i'm afraid of cats, and my husband and I have been wanted to go to key west for quite some time, but i dont want to ruin my vacation

i am planning to visit Key west in Jan. Can anyone tell me if I should be US citizen to visit key west. thnx

I purchased this fused glass tile about 2 years ago in Key West, Florida, and would like to obtain more. I've since lost the card with the artist's name and the name of the gallery she worked out of (she was a young woman in her 20s/30s). I believe the word "cat" may have been part of the gallery's name.

The gallery was on a corner, near to a frozen key lime pie shop, and perhaps a couple of street away from a marina.

I've researched galleries in Key West on the internet but can't find anything.

If you can help, I'd appreciate it.

Thanks, Louisa

Please help me! A few months ago was down in Key West on Duval Street and my girlfriend and I did some shopping. The only piece of Jewelry shes ever seen and liked during the tenure of our relationship was in this one shop on Duval. As I recall, it was located on the "East" side of the road, probably somewhere near the middle. It was fairly upscale, and pretty nice inside. I remember seeing mostly women's clothes displays in the area in front on the door. The feel was a lot more trendy and designer feeling than most of the shops in that area. It wasn't just jewelery that they sold, in fact as I recall the only case that I saw was in the middle of the store. The space was pretty open, I think the store was open on both sides of the doorway and there may have been a slight ramp, or hand railing on the right. As I recall it was probably mostly womens clothes. If you have any ideas please... please help. I know its a long shot, nut I really need to get this ring for xmas and I cant find the time to make the 5 hour drive anytime soon. If you could give me a store name maybe I can make a call and hook this up! THANKS!! Corey

So, not sure anyone will read this in time to respond...but we are staying in a residential neighborhood I believe its called old town...pretty old houses at least...we are on reynolds st. Curious if there are any small local places to eat in the local area here...I know duval is where the action is but we are looking for a few close places for breakfast (or one good one) and someplace laid back for dinner tonight...any ideas?

Considering spending the week between Christmas Day and New Years Eve in Key West with wife and two teen boys. Does the town operate as normal, or are some amenities and activities limited or closed down?

Hi.
I will be driving from Miami to Key West in the afternoon (3pm) of 21st November. Should I be expecting bad traffic? I am guessing 4 hours for a straight drive there. Does that sound about right?
I am only there for a couple of days before heading back up the keys to Islamorada. Any Thanksgiving tips? I hope places are still open.
I am travelling from the U.K.
Thanks!

Hi! Travelling there in mid-January...are the evenings cooler? I am packing for me and hubby (surprise trip)....do people go out the bars dressed up? pretty casual? Should we bring jackets/jeans? Thanks

Hi, I find myself travelling back to Key West again this year and unlike previous years will be holidaying on my own and staying at the Hyatt Beach Club resort. Anyone that lives or has been to Key west before knows its a great place to get out and about at night, but not probably on your own.I just wondered if anyone else was travelling to Key West or living in the Keys that would like to hook up share a beer or two, maybe the odd meal, a chat and help me enjoy my holiday experience, as I think a good holiday is better shared with friends even if they are new.

if interested drop me a line and maybe we can chat.

Russ.

Hi again...so, my hubby and I will be in KW in January. It is a surprise trip, so I am trying to plan in advance some of our excursions....is it true that you need reservations for most restaurants? We are in our late 20's and love to have fun and we are very laid back. One of the nights is my hubby's birthday. We don't need anything super fancy but I like the idea of really good seafood and maybe and off the beaten path "locals" atmosphere. What do you recommend? (also, how far in advance should I reserve?)

Hi! I will be in Key West from Jan. 18-22. Is this a pretty warm time, still? How is the water temp.? (we might try snorkeling or some other water sports)....also is there a good party/booze cruise that you can recommend? Thanks

Hey I am supposed to come down to key west with my parents sometime between around January and February. I am 22 and my bro is 21, from canada and wondering if it will be a good trip, or would mexico be more of a better experience. Bar scene, quality of girls, quantity of girls, friendliness of everyone etc.

Thanks

Wife and I are heading to KW around Dec 8 for about a week. time to just relax...completely looking forward to it. Two questions...I am a part time photographer and as this is the first time I have been here...anything worth bringing the big camera with or should I just bring the one that fits right into my pocket...
also, how is the weather in dec? and the crowds? Wife and I love to go out and have fun but also just love to kick back and just chill
Thanks

Hi! I am taking my husband on a surprise trip to Key West for his 30th birthday in January. I want to take him sky diving as well. Has anyone had experience with this in Key West? Is it done year round? Thanks

We want to have a day return trip as above. We are in Fort Myers Nov 23 - Dec 12. Are the trips operational during those dates please. Cost of fares please for one adult and one senior return.
Departure times from Fort Myers and Key West please. Many thanks Barrie Gledhill

Hi,

My name is Raine Gibson, a fellow graduate. I completed my years placement in Key Largo. I spent one night in Key West and bought the most strangest of souvenires. I will describe it. It was a small bag: A florida Licence plate, looked like a smal tin, and had a handle. I had it broken and miss it dearly. I bought it from a souvenir shop on Doval street, i think. Would desperatly like to order another one to be shipped over, can any one help???

Raine Gibson: rainebows2358@hotmail.co.uk

My question hopefully is a simple one. My wife and I have a few days in mid Feburary and our travel agent brought up this resort for our destination. To get to the question, the web site it boast a family resort but my wife does like to go topless ba ba ba. Would this be possible at this resort or a beach near by. Not looking for anything other then that, just some peace for the two of us.

We will be there for a day off the cruise. What should we do? We like touristy stuff, but nothing too expensive. Maybe some shopping or a beach? Or a quick tour of something?
Thanks

My boyfriend and I are staying in Key West for a Labor Day getaway. We were hoping to make it a very "memorable" weekend and were wondering what were the sexy spots in the Keys to frequent.

Any suggestions are welcomed :)

We are having a very hard time booking a trip to Key West in early Oct. So far, everyone (B&B types) has had a problem with a booking that exceeds 8 people. We have about 12. It's frustrating and amazing that these people will not book us even if they have the room. I am celebrating my 40th, and we want to share KW with some who have never been. I realize that we could have each party book separately, but we don't want to do that. I would hate to deceive the place we stay in like that. Any ideas? Oh, and we are very good friends (some single, some married, some involved) who like to have fun. We are respectful, but certainly not THAT quiet.
Thanks for your help!

My wife and I are looking for a nice bed and breakfast for our tenth anniversay this January. The only requirements are good downtown-ish location, good breakfast, and no children. Can anyone recommend their top two or three choices? Thanks.

Hi all, I'm planning a one-night trip down the KW over Labor Day weekend. I've been a couple of times and my mom's coming to visit and wants to go. So I'm trying to book a room, but every place I look has a 2 or 3 night minimum stay requirement over weekends and holidays. Does anyone know of a place that doesn't and is reasonably close to Duval?

Hi,

I want to stay in Key West for a couple of nights. I am looking for cheap cheap cheap hotel. Not rat infested or anything .. something in the $50-$100 range would be perfect. Would like to be in walking distance of Duval Street (the good part). Anyone know a hotel that fits the bill??

Thank you!!!

Also looking for great restaurants .. thats where I want to spend the $$$ :-)

My daughter is 12 years old and loves the whole pirate thing. I understand Key West has a Pirates festival in late November/early December. My wife and I were thinking about taking her. We've never been but we've heard things and that is what leads me to my question. I know it's not Fantasy Fest time, but I've still been told that you can never tell if someone is going to show up walking around nude or in body paint just while your out seeing Duval Street in the evening. Don't get me wrong, we're not prudes. My wife and I love seeing the "sights" and my wife would do it in a second if our kid weren't with us. However, we don't necessarily want our daughter to see it - at least not yet. So...can you guys shed some light on we might randomly encounter?

Hi All,

We are planning to be in key-west on June15th weekend. I was looking at web for hotel reviews and good deals but ended up confusing myself. Anyone know how Pier house resorts is? And if there are any veggie restaurents (or India) in Key west.

Thanks much,
Rita

Hello all,

A friend and I are planning to visit Miami and Key West for a long weekend the end of July. We are planning to fly into Ft. Lauderdale, spend a night in Miami and then drive down to Key West. I need a few suggestions on

a) Hotels in Miami(preferably on south beach or walking distance) and Key West (preferably on Duval Street).

b)I heard the drive down to the keys is beautiful. Does anyone know how long of a drive that can be on a weekend? Also, i've read in multiple forums that one should make some stops on the way to key West but I am not sure where to stop at. Any ideas?

Thanks y'all for your help.

Traveling from Vancouver B.C. to Orlando for a convention in July. We are renting a car and decided to fly back home from Key West. We have 3 days to travel from Orlando to Key West and need to book hotels for the 3 nights. We have never been to florida and have no idea what area we want to spend these 3 nights! We want to for sure spend the last night in Key West. Any suggestions for us? We love the beach and great restaurants, not really into shopping for that short time. Thanks for any suggestions.

Hi everyone!

I'm planning my next trip for thie september! I will go to Miami and Key West. I'm wondering if anyone can tell me if middle september the weather is normally good to go to Key West? I was planning to go to the Bahamas and I heard that September is rainy and huracaine season. Can anybody tell me if the weather is nearly the same in the Keys than in Bahamas?

Thanks a lot for all your comments!