Fun in Key West

Hey Reader, It’s Throwback Tuesday, and today your taste buds are about to take a delightful detour. Say hello to a cocktail you didn’t know you needed—the Blue Moon Margarita. It’s whimsical, it’s cool-toned, and honestly? It tastes seriously good. Why “blue moon” and not “yellow sunshine margarita”? I wondered, too—and spoiler: it’s more fun than it sounds. Want to discover the secret ingredients and what makes this drink so hypnotizingly… blue? 👉 Check out the full recipe and story here...

Hey Reader, So, real talk…Last week was bananas. 🍌Like the kind of week where you finally sit down, glance at the clock, and realize it’s Thursday... not Tuesday. Whoops. That said — if you noticed fewer Facebook Lives, you're not imagining things. I was juggling about 13 flamingos at once 🦩😂 but this week? I’m back in the office and ready to bring the fun in Fun in Key West again! 🕯️ Historic Marker Monday: St. Mary Star of the Sea This week, I talked all about the beautiful and historic St....

Hey Reader, It’s Throwback Tuesday, and today we’re diving into something that’s not glamorous, not tropical… but absolutely necessary when you’re visiting paradise:PARKING. IN. KEY. WEST. 😅 If you’ve ever circled Old Town 17 times looking for a spot, you know. Finding parking here can feel like competing in an island-wide treasure hunt—with the prize being not getting towed. But good news: 👉 I put together a handy guide to where to park in Key West right here So you can spend more time...

Hey Reader, What a week — and seriously, how is it already September?Anyone else feel like summer just blinked and disappeared? Because same. 🙋♀️ Here’s what went down in our little Fun in Key West world this week ⬇️ 🚢 Historic Marker Monday: Mallory Steamline Edition We dove into some old Key West history this week and talked all about the Mallory Steamship Line — bet you didn’t know there was a ticket office right at Mallory Square, huh? ✨ Picture it: tourists in corsets and top hats buying...

Hey Reader, It’s Throwback Tuesday, and today we’re unleashing some seriously good news for anyone traveling with their four‑legged best friend: the best dog-friendly beaches in the Florida Keys. After all, vacations are better when your pup doesn’t have to sit this one out! 👉 Check out the full guide here and start planning those sandy adventures. Top Dog-Approved Beaches in the Keys Higgs Beach Dog Park (Key West) – A fenced-in, off‑leash haven right by the ocean. It’s fully shaded, has...

Hey Reader, This past week I traded my office chair for… Cleveland! Yep, you read that right. I spent the first part of the week at a conference up there, and let me tell you—I was pleasantly surprised. The city is pretty cool, and the conference? Even better. I connected with some amazing people, soaked up tons of new ideas, and came home buzzing with fresh inspiration. Stay tuned—you’ll see some exciting new things coming your way from this island-inspired business I’ve built, with all of...

Hey Reader, It’s Throwback Tuesday, and today we’re sneaking you away from the hustle and bustle of Duval Street to a little slice of paradise you might not know about: Geiger Key. 🌴☀️ It’s a bit out of the way. It’s quirky. And honestly… that’s exactly why I love it. 👉 Check out why Geiger Key is worth the trip here Why You’ll Want to Go: 🦐 Fresh seafood & island vibes – The kind of place where “dress code” means flip-flops. 🌅 Water views for days – Sunsets here hit different… maybe because...

Hey Reader, You know what I love about Key West? You never know what’s going to cross your path. This week it’s been all about our favorite feathered locals—the loud, colorful, and endlessly photogenic Key West roosters. Love them or not, they own these streets, and honestly, it wouldn’t feel like home without their crowing wake-up calls. But let’s turn down the volume a bit and talk romance. Because while the roosters strut their stuff, Key West is also one of the most romantic little spots...

Hey Reader, It’s Throwback Tuesday, and today we’re talking about one of my secret travel obsessions… packing lists. 🧳✍️ Now before you roll your eyes, hear me out — I’m not talking about boring checklists. I’m talking about the cute, color-coded, Pinterest-worthy kind that make you feel like you actually have your life together. 👉 Check out my bullet journal packing list here and see why I’m obsessed. Why I Love It: 🖊 It’s functional AND adorable – Who knew packing could look this good? 📓...