Key West

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 …

I don’t recall any other instance where a hotel chain lost all its properties in a particular location in such a short span of time. However, this is exactly what …

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 …

When booking a trip to a city you’ve never been to before, it’s easy to first look at the hotel chain you’re the most comfortable with. That may be because …

The United States has a tipping culture. Therefore it’s customary in this country to tip workers who provide certain services. Some countries also have a tipping culture built into their …