On the southernmost edge of Florida—and just 100 miles from Havana, Cuba—is Key West, an island community beloved for its relaxed vibes, bohemian history, and top-notch barhopping scene. Key West bars ...

Warm weather, crystal-clear waters, and an eclectic cultural scene offer year-round fun.

Back when I was a 20-something hippie enchanted with my Key West home, my friends and I had a lot of time on our hands. Around 1980, life was relatively simple on the island — a place we all regarded ...