Key West, FL

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Just 43 minutes after departing Miami on your charter flight, you will land on the tropical island paradise of Key West affectionately known as the Conch Republic. As you depart your aircraft, savor the warm, breezy air as you head to your next adventure. 

Taxis await outside the airport to take you into town, or choose a quick Uber, which usually arrive within minutes. The Old Town of Key West - the historic part of town - is a short 15 minute drive. 

Start on the famous Duval street at Mallory Square - a hub of shops, restaurants, and historic sites. While there, book an afternoon adventure on the water  -   jet skiing, snorkeling, parasailing, eco-tours, private charters or sunset cruise at one of the many kiosks lining the street - such as Fury. 

Stop for a mid-morning breakfast at Two Friends Patio Restaurant, a Key West icon since 1967 - set in an old saloon from 1886 - enjoy a local speciality of  Key Lime Stuffed French Toast with fresh squeezed orange juice.   Legend has it that when Mel Fisher discovered a treasure chest from the Atocha - filled with gold and treasure worth over $450 million - he brought it to Two Friends where he sat at the bar to have a drink...

Follow the gold to the Mel Fisher Museum, where you can view the treasure from the sunken Spanish ships first hand, as for hundreds of years, ships would run a ground on the shallow coral reefs surrounding the Island of Key West.

Just around the corner, stop in at Key Lime Pie Bakery and experience an authentic slice of Key West famous Key Lime pie. All the pies are homemade daily and come in a variety of variations - including Coconut Key Lime pie - my favorite!

Just around the corner, take a step back to the 1840s to the world of a maritime pilot and master wrecker in mid-19th century Key West -  the grand home that is now known as the Audubon House and Tropical Gardens was built by Captain John Huling Geiger as a residence for his family, who lived there for more than a century.  Take a tour of the perfectly preserved home and gardens, and stop by the shop to see original, hand-colored life-sized bird prints Audubon prints.

The next must see stop is the illustrious writer Ernest Hemingway's home, where he lived for more than 10 years and wrote some of his most famous novels!

After a morning of history, make your way to the historic seaport for lunch. On your way, experience authentic Cuban coffee at the Cuban Coffee Queen. 

Wander the historic seaport, and enjoy a freshly caught seafood lunch - specialities include Key West pink shrimp, stone crabs, oysters and snapper. Choose from amongst the many seafood restaurants, bars and shacks.

After lunch, wander down the famous Duval street to the Southernmost Point of the Continental United States. Take a photo and post on Instragram! Have a drink at the beachside cafe, before heading off to Smathers Beach to spend the afternoon.

Just make sure to return to Mallory Square just before sunset to enjoy the festivities and Key West celebrates the glorious fiery sun setting with drinks, bar bites, music and festivities.

As the sun sets, Key West's incredible nightlife begins. Start the evening at one of Key West's historic bars, topped off by a world-class restaurant. Then, explore Key West's winding streets and hotspots into the early hours of the morning... 

There is a multitude of options for getting around Key West. From Key West International Airport (KPBI), take a taxi, Uber or a moped into town. The town is about 15 minutes from the airport, and there are plenty of taxis at the airport. A taxi will cost about $8 - $10 per person plus tip. Alternatively, there are moped, bike and golf cart rentals near the airport, and at in town locations.

Once in town, walk, bike or moped around town. Start at on Duvall Street and explore the shop, restaurants and galleries. Then, wander the side streets to find new places to explore around every corner.

Key Lime Taxi | Key West, FL | 305.395.8385 

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