Danilo Alayon: Steward of Sustainable Artistry
Danilo Alayon is a fifth-generation “Conch” born and raised in Key West, an avid diver, self-taught artist and proud grandson of the designer of Key West’s world-renowned Southernmost Point monument. Danilo has embraced a unique form of artistry: he converts old, nicked and rusty scuba tanks into sustainable and luminously colorful works.
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.
Key West Flag Football Competition Helps Empower Women
The 25th annual Kelly McGillis Classic International Women’s & Girls’ Flag Football Championship is scheduled Jan. 29-31 at Key West’s Wicker Sports Complex.
Sandy Beachside Competition Draws International Sculptors
Playing in the sand isn’t just for kids — at least it wasn’t in Key West over Thanksgiving weekend. There, six leading sand sculptors competed in the International Sand Art Competition.