Key West is an incredibly diverse tropical island. It is America's most talked-about resort. With its frost free climate, colorful coral reef, and an off-beat, laid-back atmosphere, this tropical island is a mecca for writers and artists, celebrities and people who just want to get away from it all. A flourishing Restoration Movement and a cosmopolitan mix of people give the feel of a foreign country -- with all the amenities of the United States. If you can give us enough time, we'll give you whatever it is you're looking for.

And that's a promise!

Key West has lodging places, shops and restaurants to provide you with a variety of accommodations, unusual clothing and gifts, and international cuisine. Guesthouses range from the quiet and relaxed (Laid-back) to the wild disco beat. The local shops carry everything from tropical to punk clothes and gifts. Nowhere else can offer such a variety of restaurants offering everything from authentic Cuban fare to eating in a tree house. The bars are open late and the crowd usually doesn't hit full swing until after the bewitching hour. Most bars are open until 4 am.

On the whole, we Key Westers are a friendly family of people. Don't be afraid to strike up a conversation with the handsome suntanned stranger next to you. Besides, you'll probably find the answer to what it is you want to know.

Don't be shy about asking about bars and other places to visit. Be specific, though, about what you are looking for in the way of atmosphere and clientele.

SOUTHERN EXPOSURE INTERACTIVE has been designed to help you plan your visit to our tropical island. It includes sections on accommodations, what to see and do with an ABC Guide to Gay Key West, What's Happening this month, and our fabulous sunset. You will find hints on shopping, dining, services and water sports. Check out the weather, read your horoscope and see photos of exciting Key West Parties. So click on any image in the navigation column to the left of this page and start your fun tour of our exciting tropical island!

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Glad You Stopped By! If you like what you see - check back often This site is updated the first of each month (or more often) with new info on what to see and do on our "Sunny-Funny" Tropical Island.

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