Eating with the Fleet…Key West Fishing

Without a doubt, tourism is the main industry in the keys. However, commercial fishing is also a big contributor to the local economy. A drive through neighboring Stock Island will reveal many working marinas crowded with boats designed specifically to catch shrimp,...

Roosters and Key West Lighthouse Weddings

Most of our couples choose to get married on the beach in Key West. However, from time to time, we receive requests for something different. Kim and Jerome were lighthouse fans and wanted their wedding to take place at the Key West Lighthouse, located across from the...

Our anniversary in the Crescent City…

On January 8th, Gary and I celebrated 15 years together. This year we decided to take a short getaway to New Orleans. Also, we wanted a quick escape before our busy spring wedding season. We both visited New Orleans many years ago before we met. This was our first...

Family photos at Smather’s beach

We are very fortunate to have the opportunity to share a very special time with lots of happy couples. After months (or sometimes only days!) of planning, we have a lovely ceremony, take some photos and send them off to, we hope, live happily ever after. Except for...

Hurricanes and Incan Ruins

Each year Gary and I leave Key West for the month of September. Typically it is a slow time in Key West and it’s the peak of hurricane season. Even though Key West is usually spared the bad storms, there is always the concern. We don’t like the...