Well folks, we finally made it. We are in Key West. We managed to get a waterfront spot on the base, and while it does not have hookups, we have a generator and they have dump stations and water fill close by. You probably could not find a prettier spot here on Key West. Duval street is just down the road a couple of miles, which only takes a few minutes on the scooter. In fact, it takes more time to put on the required safety equipment (gloves, closed toe shoes, long pants, long sleeve shirt or jacket, helmet with face mask and at night, a reflective vest) than it does to scoot from the base to Duval.
Shrimp boats and jet skis are in the bay in front of us, the local Sunset Bar at the marina (1/2 mile) serves shrimp, conch, burgers, salads and beer. Duval St. is nonstop bars, restaurants and tourists, so this little oasis is a welcome respite, too.
Love the blog. Have a ball -- hopefully we'll see you soon.
ReplyDeleteLoving the pictures. Y'all have traveled a lot of miles. You got closer to a gator than I would EVEr want to be. Sounds like so much fun. Have always wanted to do the airboat ride. Wish you had hookups on the base, guess the First Lady and kids spent all the money. Continue on! Be safe!
ReplyDeleteAt the very end of Duval Street there's a hotel on the left with a pier that goes way out into the water. That's where our son's wedding reception was held. There's also a great indoor/outdoor restaurant over by where you can rent catamarans (his rehearsal dinner was on one of those) -- terrific food.
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