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LGBTQ-Travel-Guide.Pdf CONTACTS The Florida Keys & Key West Gay Key West Visitors Center c/o AXIS Travel Marketing Ltd 808 Duval Street Riverside House, River Lawn Key West, FL 33040 Road, Tonbridge, TN9 1EP +1 800 535 7797 +44 (0) 20 8686 2600 www.gaykeywestfl.com [email protected] Imprint Sponsored by Publisher Tourism Development Council, Monroe County DMA Deutsche Media Agentur & Verlag GmbH Degnerstr. 9 b, 13053 Berlin 1201 White Street Suite 102 Editor Key West, FL 33040 Dirk Baumgartl Art Director The mission of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council is to set an overall direction for the Monroe County Susan Khner tourism marketing efort in a manner that will assure long-term Photos sustained growth in tourism revenues while also guaranteeing Monroe County Tourist Development Council, the sustainability and improvement of our product, including Andy Newman/Florida Keys News Bureau both our man-made and natural resources, and improvements (Cover) to the quality of life of our resident. Print Printed in EU WELCOME! Our lush tropical island has fascinating architec- resorts, and the only gay & lesbian historic trol- ture, friendly people, a rich history, and plenty ley tour make our island the preeminent LGBTQ of activities to keep you engaged or help you vacation choice. But the best part about our relax. Filled with a funky charm, Key West is a town is our open and accepting attitude. “One sophisticated place with amazing restaurants, Human Family” is our city motto, and our closets diverse entertainment, eclectic art, professional are only used for our costumes! theatre, and live music that includes salsa, show Whether you are looking for a romantic retreat tunes, disco, country and classical. Our gay and or decadent fun, you can find it here in Gay Key lesbian guest houses are legendary, and our West where we throw a party 365 days a year! mainstream hotels and inns are always All Wel- come. Drag shows, weddings, water excursions, www.fla-keys.co.uk late night parties, beaches, clothing optional THE FLORIDA KEYS & KEY WEST 3 LOWER KEYS MARATHON Where the Florida Keys island chain Visitors enjoy Marathon’s fishing heritage takes a graceful westerly turn toward and seafaring traditions, such as the the sunset, the Lower Keys are home to Marathon Seafood Festival. Enjoy plenty two national wildlife refuges, a national of waterside restaurants that harvest fresh marine sanctuary and a state park, and fish, lobster and stone crab claws from are surrounded by a marine environment local waters. filled with abundant terrestrial and marine wildlife. Ride a bicycle through Key Deer Marathon offers spectacular sailing, country, take a fishing adventure in the fishing, world-class wreck and reef diving backcountry, or fish the deep blue waters and snorkelling, in addition to the island’s beyond the reef. impeccably maintained beaches, eco-at- tractions and marine-based educational Near MM 37 is Bahia Honda State Park programmes including The Turtle Hospital, and Recreation Area, whose white sandy which was the world’s first licensed vete- beaches and abundant wildlife frequently rinary hospital dedicated to the treatment earn the area “one of the most beautiful of sea turtles, and the Dolphin Research beaches in America” accolade. Center, a not-for-profit education and research facility since 1984. Key West Big Pine Key & The Lower Keys 4 THE FLORIDA KEYS & KEY WEST ISLAMORADA KEY LARGO Situated between the saltwater wilder- Key Largo, the first and northernmost of ness of Everglades National Park and the Florida Keys, is just an hour´s drive the deep blue waters of the Florida Strait from South Florida´s two main airports, yet is Islamorada, made up of six islands: it´s a world away. Home to tropical hard- Plantation Key, Windley Key, Upper woods, winding creeks, two state parks Matecumbe Key, Lower Matecumbe Key such as John Pennekamp Coral Reef and the offshore islands of Indian Key State Park, a national park and a and Lignumvitae Key. portion of a national marine sanctuary, Key Largo boasts Activity, fun and relaxation includes hand- some of the most fascinating feeding hungry tarpon at the docks of botanical scenery in the state. Robbie’s Marina or exploring the bustling Morada Way Arts and Cultural District, y LarKe go a downtown community, where sustai- nable and thriving creative, cultural and economic opportunities abound. Hikers can meander along lush tropical nature trails at Long Key State Park, and view an old quarry dug by the late Henry Flagler’s railroad workers inside Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park. Islamorada Mar athon THE FLORIDA KEYS & KEY WEST 5 COME AS YOU ARE KeyAWest is internationally known as a gay mecca, openness attracting more than 250,000 visitors to this top LGBTQ vacation spot that celebrates openness and pride — the entire destination is renowned for its welcoming and accepting attitude.A & pride The two-mile by four-mile island hosts guests and include a wide array of hotels, some of the best events each year motels, inns and waterfront resorts. including June’s Key West Pride and September’s Womenfest. Hungry for a DINE AT A GAY-OWNED AND warm-weather vacation spot with great OPERATED RESTAURANT restaurants and a welcoming vibe? From upscale gourmet restaurants to Satisfy your appetite in sunny, subtropi- casual seafood spots, Key West and the cal Key West. Keys are known for culinary excellence. Among Key West’s landmark restaurants ENJOY AN ALL-WELCOME are Azur, featuring Mediterranean specia- ACCOMMODATION lities and wonderful brunches on a shaded Key West features several properties that terrace or in an intimate dining room; and specifically cater to gay men — complete The Flaming Buoy Filet Co., a blend of with pools, Jacuzzis, clothing-optional sun- retro supper club and sassy corner bistro. decks, full-service bars and complimentary Both are gay-owned and -operated, provi- happy hours. Other accommodations ding top-rated cuisine and warm personal are known for their warm welcome to all service. 6 THE FLORIDA KEYS & KEY WEST openness & pride THE FLORIDA KEYS & KEY WEST 7 8 THE FLORIDA KEYS & KEY WEST ONE HUMAN FAMILY On the first day of the new millennium, an artist in KeyAWest started printing and hand- ing out free ONE HUMAN FAMILY stickers. The motto was unanimously adopted as the inclusive official philosophy of the city of KeyA West. With more than three million stickers sent out worldwide, it has become an inter- national grassroots movement to unite all people and guarantee everyone equalA rights, dignity and respect.A After Key West city commissioners adopted the motto, Mon- roe County commissioners also embraced it for the entire 125-mile-long Florida Keys island chain in early 2001. DISCOVER SOME LGBTQ HISTORY The Tennessee Williams Museum, located at 513 Truman Ave., memorializes the iconic playwright who called Key West home from the late 1940s until his death in 1983. Williams lived in Key West as an openly gay man with his partner Frank Merlo and had a pivotal influence on the island’s literary culture. The museum features one of the lar- gest permanent collections of Williams memorabilia currently on display for the public. GET OUT AND PLAY Key West offers fantastic nightlife with many LGBTQ bars, shops and entertainment venues — including several located around the 700 block of Duval Street near the island city’s permanent rainbow crosswalks. Premier LGBTQ events are held each year that attract visitors from around the world: Key West Pride, Tropical Heat, Womenfest and the Head- dress Ball as part of infamous Fantasy Fest among others. THE FLORIDA KEYS & KEY WEST 9 OPEN SPACES KeyAWest is home to several public beaches including the locals’ favourite at Fort ZacharyATaylor Historic State Park (affectionately nicknamed Fort Liz Taylor Beach by the LGBTQ community). Taylor stayed in Key West frequently viewing stunning scenery of mangroves during her years with Richard Burton and marine life. Dolphins, stingrays, — whose adoptive father, playwright and turtles occasionally appear to give Philip Burton, numbered among the passengers a true aquatic welcome. island’s famous residents. The beach is a perfect place to swim and snorkel FIND THAT PICTURE-PERFECT in crystal-clear waters, and the park PLACE TO WATCH THE SUNSET provides numerous amenities. Venture out and enjoy one of Key West’s world-famous sunsets. While EXPERIENCE AN LGBTQ WATER- many spots offer breathtaking sunset SPORTS ADVENTURE views, virtually everyone MUST expe - Blu Q Gay Sailing Adventures offers rience the Mallory Square Sunset Cele - a fantastic portfolio of scheduled bration. The iconic waterfront gathering watersports activities. Passengers can takes place each evening beside Key enjoy several different clothing-op - West Harbour, where crowds enjoy the tional excursions including the all-male talents of energetic street performers, Sail, Snorkel & Paddle trips — as well view artisans’ handmade wares and as all-welcome sunset sails. Some applaud the sun setting over the water. trips include visits to remote islands and sandbars, sailing across the clear shallow waters of the backcountry and 10 THE FLORIDA KEYS & KEY WEST sail, snorkel & paddle THE FLORIDA KEYS & KEY WEST 11 CONNECT & PROTECT When you live on an island, you become aware that everyone has an extra responsibility to look out for each other, and the environment we share, because it doesn’t take much to upset the natural balance of life. WhetherAyou live in The Florida Keys, or just reside in a Keys state-of- mind, there’s nothing more important than conserving and preserving the precious resources of the world around us.A respect nature 12 THE FLORIDA KEYS & KEY WEST There are a million reasons however extensive contact can to love The Florida Keys, but threaten the land and marine without the spectacular coral habitats such as coral reefs.
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