Key West, FL
My spring road trip took me to Key West, another life-long dream journey. I motored via I-95 & I-75 to Sarasota, joined a buddy, and took the Alligator Alley crossing of the Everglades. Whew, what an experience. When we finally got to US 1 in Florida City, I felt a huge sigh of "arrival" in my soul. The drive down US #1 to Key West was memorable. I grew up in a town very near US # 1 in NC, so being on another stretch of it whether it's Maine or Florida, it's a fulfilling moment.
We stayed 2 full days at a small motel at the quiet end of Duvall, two blocks from the Southernmost Point.
I found it curious that most of the motel guests were European. We got to practice our German skills from years gone by.
Food, bars, sightseeing, all were fabulous. I got sandals and a purse from the Kino shop/factory for less than $50 total!! I also just HAD to get the t-shirt from the La Te Da bar. The most memorable aspects of such a trip are always the journey, and the sharing of it with a dear friend.
My first taste of conch fritters was an added bonus.
If you never did it, put it on the list with a higher priority. Well worth the effort to pack a bag, travel gear, and hit the road!
We stayed 2 full days at a small motel at the quiet end of Duvall, two blocks from the Southernmost Point.
I found it curious that most of the motel guests were European. We got to practice our German skills from years gone by.
Food, bars, sightseeing, all were fabulous. I got sandals and a purse from the Kino shop/factory for less than $50 total!! I also just HAD to get the t-shirt from the La Te Da bar. The most memorable aspects of such a trip are always the journey, and the sharing of it with a dear friend.
My first taste of conch fritters was an added bonus.
If you never did it, put it on the list with a higher priority. Well worth the effort to pack a bag, travel gear, and hit the road!
