Key West

I can’t recall another instance where a major hotel chain lost all its properties in a destination as popular as Key West, let alone in such a short period of …

When I posted a simple article about our favorite places to eat in Key West, I made what I thought was a harmless admission: when we’re there, we usually grab …

When it comes to tourism, Key West is no slouch. Between plane, cruise ships, ferries and cars, it averages between 4 and 5 million visitors per year, which is pretty …

Hi, travel friends and happy Saturday! Here’s a recap of what’s gone on at YMMV in the past few weeks. Some of our recent most-read posts have been: Do boarding …

Back in September, the iconic Jimmy Buffett passed away after a four-year fight with a rare and aggressive skin cancer called Merkel cell carcinoma, which is said to be three …

When you mention Key West, most people think of certain things. Jimmy Buffet. Sunsets. Duval St. If you’re of a certain age, the bookstore that Judy Blume owns (how many …

The Casa Marina Hotel opened in 1920. It was conceived by railroad tycoon Henry Flagler and was THE spot to be seen in Key West. President Harding visited the hotel …

We’ve been to Key West several times since 2010 (Sharon also went an additional time in 2008). It’s a quick getaway for us, within driving distance or a short flight …

Hotel properties change brands all of the time. Sometimes it’s a brand change under the same corporate umbrella, like the Andaz Wall Street becoming a Hyatt Centric hotel. Other times …

Key West is a lot of things to a lot of people. The entire island is known for its laid back atmosphere. It’s a friendly and welcoming community for those …