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January 20, 2025 12 mins
The Ultimate Guide to Getting to Key West
 
In this episode of the Fun in Key West podcast, host Michele O'Connor provides an insider's guide on how to reach Key West, whether by air, road, ferry, or even cruise ship.
 
Michele discusses the various travel options, including flying directly into Key West International Airport, driving down the scenic Overseas Highway, and taking the Key West Express ferry.
 
Along the way, she shares tips on finding the best travel deals, navigating high-season prices, and enjoying the unique experiences each mode of travel offers. Plus, listeners are introduced to the new Fun in Key West Book Club and are invited to stay connected through newsletters and travel tips. Michele records this engaging travel guide while multitasking during her dog Mr. Coffee’s grooming appointment, adding a personal touch of humor and relatability.
 
00:00 Welcome to Fun in Key West Podcast
01:26 Getting to Key West: Your Travel Options
02:19 First Timer Friday: Travel Tips
04:10 Flying to Key West: What You Need to Know
06:18 Driving to Key West: The Scenic Route
07:14 Ferry and Cruise Options
10:11 Key West Book Club and Final Thoughts
 
 

 Hey there, island dreamers, locals, and anyone craving a slice of paradise. Welcome back or welcome for the first time to the Fun in Key West podcast, where the vibe is always laid back, the stories are salty, and the drinks are definitely frozen. I'm your host, Michele O'Connor, your unofficial tour guide to the Conch Republic.

Whether you're planning your first trip, your fifth trip, or you're just daydreaming about trading the cubicle for the ocean breeze, You are in the right place. Here's the deal. This podcast is your insider's guide to all things Key West. We're talking where to eat. Hello, cog fritters and key lime pie.

Where to drink. Spoiler alert, there will be rum. Where to stay and all the quirky wonderful things that make Key West the one of a kind paradise we all love. Plus, I'll keep you up to date on the latest happenings and Festivals, events, maybe even the occasional Hemingway lookalike sighting. And just to keep things spicy, we'll be bringing on some amazing guests now and then.

Locals, business owners, and people who know the island like the back of their sandy hand. So grab your flip flops, pour yourself a cold one. And let's escape to the island state of mind together, whether you're tuning in from your hammock or your commute. You know, while wishing it was a hammock. We've got all the Key West goodness coming your way.

Thanks for being here. It's going to be a lot of fun in Key West. Let's dive in.

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