Key West Vacation Blog

Come and fish in the calm waters of the Key West where many fishing legends were born. Zane Gray applied his fishing and angling skills in the backcountry of the Florida Keys catching giant tarpon and sailfish in the process. Ernest Hemingway also fished in the beautiful waters between the Key West and Cuba for giant blue marlin.

The island of Key West is situated in the Florida Keys. It is a popular tourist destination, and the area uses numerous bridges to connect the islands. The city is the most southern city in the nation. It is home to endangered species, Civil War forts, coral reefs and beautiful beaches. You cannot explore the area without exploring one of the spectacular beaches.

The easiest way for long distance domestic or international travelers to access the island is to fly directly into the convenient Key West International Airport. This modern airport is situated on the northeast side of the island and is only minutes from the city. American Airlines, Cape Air, Delta, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines and U.S. Airways all currently provide service to and from the airport.

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and whether you are a Key West local, or simply an out-of-towner looking to getaway for the romantic weekend, there are plenty of things to do in Key West.