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April 2nd, 2013

Root Beer Barrel Shot at Green Parrot Key West

by Claudia Miller

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A Green Parrot Bar tradition for over 20 years in Key West, the refreshing root beer barrel shot is not only addictive but contagious.

March 18th, 2013

Viva Florida 500: Slave Trade Remembered at African Cemetery in Key West

by Claudia Miller

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African Cemetery Memorial

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Visit the African Cemetery in Key West on March 24 to remember those who died in the Transatlantic slave trade.

March 14th, 2013

Rock Out at Bay Jam Music Festival in Islamorada, Florida Keys

by Claudia Miller

Photo by Patrick Foley

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Don’t miss Bay Jam, the daylong outdoor music fest in Islamorada at one of the most gorgeous waterfront venues in the Florida Keys.

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March 6th, 2013

Luscious Key Lime Pie at Hot Tin Roof Key West

by Claudia Miller

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Luscious Key lime pie comes with a stellar view at Hot Tin Roof Restaurant in Key West. Who could ask for anything more?

February 26th, 2013

How to Photograph the Florida Keys Sunset

by Claudia Miller

Key Largo sunset
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No visit to the Florida Keys would be complete without the perfect photo of the sun setting on the Gulf of Mexico. Check out these tips from local photography pros to capture frame-worthy sunsets.

February 21st, 2013

Travel Tips: Key West with Kids

by Claudia Miller

Children snorkel at Ft. Zachary Taylor State Park
Photo by Lisa Malcom

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Key West has a well-earned reputation as an adult playground in the Florida Keys, but the Southernmost City is also full of family-friendly activities and restaurants. Check out our tips for travelling with children in Key West.

February 11th, 2013

Key West Street Art, the Mystery Blob, Gains Fans

by Claudia Miller

Key West Blob Snorkels

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The Key West Mystery Blob started out as a small street art project but has quickly gained a loyal following. Have you had any Blob sightings?

February 5th, 2013

Viva Florida 500: Civil War Heritage Days Key West

by Claudia Miller

Key West Civil War Heritage Days

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What was life like for the soldiers during the Civil War at Fort Zachary Taylor in Key West? Find out at Civil War Heritage Days with over 100 re-enactors, battling on land and sea, complete with booming cannons and artillery demonstrations.