Why You Should Go to Key West on Your Next Vacation
Key West is a great vacation spot for many reasons! The people and culture are amazing, the scenery is stunning, and the dining experience is spectacular. But if you need more than an elevator pitch to get you booking a flight to the Key West International Airport, we’ve got you covered! Here are the top reasons why you should go to Key West on your next vacation!
Historic and Monumental Sites
From the iconic Key West Lighthouse to the Truman Little White House, a former winter home of ex-president Harry Truman, there are a ton of interesting places to visit in Key West. The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum is another great historic and monumental place you can visit while vacationing on the island. You get to explore the life of the legendary author in his former residence -and, bonus point, it is just opposite the 73ft lighthouse.
Cycling / Bike-friendly
The island is very bike-friendly and you can follow any of the several trails and tours to see a panoramic view of Key West. There are numerous bike rentals all over the island that offer affordable hourly, daily, and even long-term bike rental packages with minimal requirements. Most streets and roads in Key West allow cyclists and riders to bike on the open road and passenger-side of the road, except Duval Street. Cycling is also a great way to blend in with the locals in Key West.
Themed/Historic Bars
Duval Street is one of the most popular landmarks in Key West as it stretches across the island from one end to the other -and it is home to a lot of bars and spots for drinking. You can enjoy a relaxing fun evening and have a mini bar crawl on Duval Street. Towards the shores of Key West, in areas like Old Town, you will find themed bars and some historic spots with fascinating stories about Key West.
Dynamic Cuisines
From fine dining to casual fast food, restaurants on the island have mouthwatering menus to cater to your taste buds -and the pricing range to fit into your holiday budget. There is a dynamic mix of cultures from all around the world and you can make an adventure of the multiple dining options available on the island. You can’t get bored in Key West, and you definitely won’t have any boring meals!
Water Activities
The island offers a range of exciting water activities from snorkeling and reef tours to exotic aquariums. There are also tons of sea cruises and tours to explore the expanse of waters surrounding the island and take in the natural beauty that is abundant in Key West.
Festivals and Events
Depending on the time of the year you visit the island, there is at least one festival or event happening somewhere. Some bars have live performances nightly and you are certain to be entertained.
You can make the most of your time in Key West with tons of excitement waiting on the island. Vacationing in Key West is an explosion of rich culture and exciting experiences. Interested in staying longer than just a vacation, or calling a piece of paradise your own? At Key West Condos, a part of Ocean Sotheby’s Internation Realty, you can get your own Key West Condo. We have properties all over the island, like La Brisa Key West for sale, Truman Annex Key West for sale, Key Cove Key West, Las Salinas Condominiums Key West - and much more! Take a look at our featured properties or find our contact page here to learn how to get started with Key West Condos today.
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