Hemingway Cat
Florida Keys
What I’m Reading …
“There is a special place, at the end of nowhere, but on the way to everywhere …”
A Little Reckless
“The Keys are relaxed, a little reckless. The Keys are water and sky, horizon, daybreak, spectacular sunsets, the cup of night. The least interesting thing about them is the road, but the road, as is its nature, allows entrance. The road is the beginning … The best way to enjoy the Keys is still to seek out their simplicity and their eccentricity.” – Joy Williams, The Florida Keys: A History & Guide, 1988
What I’m Reading …
“Beginning in the summer of 1935, Arthur Rothstein, a twenty year old photojournalist, was sent on dozens of photography assignments by the federal government’s Resettlement Administration … The appointment allowed him to travel to the Florida Keys in 1938 to document the effects of the Depression. Rothstein’s remarkable and humbling photographs of spongers, cigar makers, barbers, fishermen, residents and architecture demonstrated the frailty and the resilience of communities along the island chain.”
Robbie’s Marina
Robbie’s Marina in Islamorada is the perfect place to take a break during the long drive along the Overseas Highway whether you are on your way down to Key West or you’re heading home. Grab a bite to eat at the Hungry Tarpon, feed a tarpon, grab a souvenir, or rent a kayak and paddle over to Indian Key. This is the place to be!
Schooner Wharf Bar
Of all the bars in Key West, the Schooner Wharf Bar is by far our favorite. We love the laid-back atmosphere and enjoy listening to live music by legendary singer-songwriter Michael McCloud. Check it out!
Capt. Tony’s Saloon
I’m old enough to remember when the late, great Capt. Tony himself would hang out near the entrance of Capt. Tony’s Saloon greeting visitors, telling stories and posing for pictures. Great times! So, we always make sure to drop by Capt. Tony’s Saloon during every Key West visit.
Sloppy Joe’s Bar
After recently watching the superb PBS documentary of Ernest Hemingway by Ken Burns, I knew I had to visit Sloppy Joe’s Bar in Key West just to once again check out all the cool stuff on the walls!
Key West Cemetery Revisited
We took a bike ride through the Key West Cemetery looking for unique gravestones and iguanas. As you can see, we weren’t disappointed!
West Martello Tower
Billed as “a tropical garden paradise,” the Key West Garden Club at West Martello Tower is on the site of a former Civil War fort and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s a good place to escape the bustling crowds of Duval Street for a bit and enjoy the beautiful gardens.
Wandering Florida 