Friday, November 18, 2011

Many Pleasures Await Back In Key West Florida Where We First Fell In Love

By Peter Estenoz


As returning visitors we have a chance to relive what we experienced back in Key West Florida where we first fell in love. An inimitable southern air with a dash of Caribbean spice and relaxed lifestyle give this isle its distinctive flair. No wonder famous faces have flocked here to relish an island home or to simply gain some respite in winter.

This island paradise lies at the southerly tip of the US mainland. It lures over a million visitors to come and experiences its pleasurable environment each year. They all understand why President Harry Truman entertained the notion of moving the capital to Key West.

The Keys are a group of islands lying between two contrasting bodies of water. One is the colder and rougher Atlantic Ocean. The other is the warmer and calmer Gulf of Mexico. The Gulf of Mexico is warmer and calmer than the ocean. This island provides memorable diving experiences. Underwater is the only North American coral and a wonderland of many species of fish.

The island lies within the city of Key West which also covers the territory of close by islands. The historic district is situated in the first settlement area of older mansions and bungalows in the Old Town. Most are from the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. Some of the popular tourist destinations can be found here. These include Mallory Square, Duval Street, Fort Zachary Taylor and the Truman Annex.

The island has increased in size via landfill. The new section is known as the New Town. It contains residential areas, schools, ball parks, retail strips, malls and the international airport. Basically, the island has four distinct areas. These are the Old Town area, New Town area, Mid Town region and the Casa Marina.

There are plenty of things to do on land or on the water during your visit. Tourist haunts include shipwreck treasures, discovering the haunts of literary notables, viewing the Victorian architecture and lush gardens frequented by former visiting heads of state. Jet skiing, parasailing, sunset cruises, glass bottom boat tours and Dolphin watch tours are available year round. World class fishing can be enjoyed on both the shallow water flats and out at sea beyond the coral reef.

Back in Key West Florida where we first fell in love are plentiful things to do. Of course, one must savor the fabulous sunsets with a romantic stroll. Evenings become lively with the performers, vendors, artists frequenting places like Mallory Square. The enticing warmth of this sunny isle remains a constant lure for those lucky enough to visit.




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