Have you ever seen a dinosaur? Us neither, but we've come across a couple of amazing ancient animals here at Key West; many of them dating back to over 200 million years ago! Dinosaurs only about 65 million… true story. These ancient creatures have been around waaaay longer than all of us. Once Although they have survived much longer than us as a species, once in a while we cross paths with turtles that need our help to get back home.
Here in Key West, our motto is “One Human Family.” The motto was created by local artist, J.T. Thompson in the early 2000’s. It began as a grassroots effort, which eventually spread to be accepted by locals as the official motto. The idea is simple: “All people are equal members of One Human Family” –regardless of race, nationality, sexuality, and other differences, he believes that "differences are superficial distinctions and cannot be allowed to be twisted into cultural divisions.”
Read MoreVisiting Key West is all about timing & priorities. As natives, we know when the best times are to visit… not just the best weather, but also the best prices! Here’s your guide to knowing what peak season is.
Read MoreIf you don’t live in Key West, you may not be familiar with it’s (humorous) history. Key West residents were frustrated with US Border Patrol for setting up a checkpoint upon entry to the rest of Florida.
Read MoreIt’s a big year for us here at Vacation Key West – not only are we celebrating 25 years in providing planning services for Key West visitors, but we are also excited to announce the launch of a new website, coupled with a refreshed logo.
Read MoreKey West, The Southernmost City in the USA! These are a few of our favorite Southernmost things.
Read MoreFor children & adults, a dolphin encounter is unforgettable.
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