Present-Day Sites Bring Keys’ Past to Life
During the Florida Keys’ colorful two-century history, the island chain at the southern tip of Florida has been shaped by individualists, visionaries, shipwreck salvagers and environmentalists. Today visitors can explore scores of intriguing sites in the Upper and Middle Keys that recall their presence and showcase the region’s rich and vibrant heritage.
Wedding Bells Ring in the New Year in Key West
On New Year’s Eve, thousands of revelers witnessed Key West drag sensation Gary “Sushi” Marion and longtime partner Jeff Kucin marry outside Bourbon St. Pub just before the stroke of midnight.
Resolve to Savor January’s Florida Keys Food Fests
Start the New Year with a fantastic food festival in the Florida Keys — rich in creative cuisine, soul-warming subtropical sun and foodie fun. And this January, you’ll find four major culinary events to choose from.
The Saga of Santa Keys
‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the Keys Smiling holiday revelers savored the breeze. But in other locations, nobody was smiling as they braved freezing temperatures far from the islands.
New Year’s Eve to Star Sushi and the Red High Heel
Sushi climbs over the balcony railing in a gorgeous couture gown, settles herself in the eight-foot-long red high heel dangling some 15 feet above the street, and waves to the New Year’s Eve revelers below.
Ring in the Revelry: Florida Keys New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve celebrations in the Florida Keys traditionally feature balmy temperatures and a warm welcome for revelers fleeing colder climates.
Subtropical Season’s Greetings!
This holiday season, rather than letting all the self-imposed “must-do” tasks jingle your bells till you’re jingled out, take a Florida Keys approach.