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Key West Explained - a guide for the traveler

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Key West is so much more than just a touristy destination. When I visited four years ago as a first timer, I did all the things first timers do...Duval Street, Margaritaville, hangovers (not really recommended, but a certain result of the above!) and pool side R & R. This book reveals the less well known, but much more pleasing side of Key West's art, culture, ecological beauty and charm ~ opening all the doors for a wonderful, fun vacation of wide diversity and enjoyment for every traveler. The book is like getting advice from your well traveled buddy who really wants you to have a great time and discover the things he's found. Funny commentary and fabulous photography!

I have been to Key West a couple of times and certainly wish I would have had Muirhead's "Key West Explained" travel guide for those trips. His book will help folks who want to create their own vacation and truly enjoy their time in Key West. Read this book before you head down, to get a flavor for the place, then take the book with you to get the most out of your vacation days and nights. This book covers all of the basics (hotels, dining, entertainment) but also conveys Muirhead's passion for Key West; his insightful, entertaining commentary helps to make this book not only useful, but an enjoyable literary read. Check out especially the Glossary section, where you see Muirhead not only explaining terms but having (and poking!) good fun. You'll love it--and you'll no doubt want to start packing for Key West!

This is a well-written little book, fun to read and chock full of information. A very honest portrayal, told with real affection for all that Key West is...the good, the bad and the beautiful. There are Key West guides with more detailed information...but this is something else. This book gives you a sense of the place; it captures the essence of Key West in a way that will help you decided if this is the place for you. Read this book first!

Marsh Muirhead's book packs a great deal about Key West into its 126 pages. It is well-organized and comprehensive. Not only does it answer the practical questions - where to stay, where to eat, what to see - it also explains the essence of the island's history and culture in an easy-to-read format. With its many fine pictures and tasteful graphics, it embodies the color and feel of Key West - the spirit of the island. As a former Key West resident and frequent visitor, I recommend Key West Explained as the consummate insider's guide.

Well written and informative book about Key West. Having been there twice (once on a cruise ship stop and once for a two day exploration) I found the book caused me to want to return. Future trip would be much more interesting with the facts in hand contained in this book. I would recommend the book for anyone returning for a visit to Key West or for a fist trip.

I've been to Key West once and just scheduled a second trip. That's what prompted my interest in a travel guide. I knew what I had liked previously and wanted to find similar places to visit. I especially enjoyed the local, more "out of the way" places to dine, complete with chickens under your table! The author of "Key West Explained" apparently shares my tastes in this regard and thanks to his wonderful descriptions, I have several more places I am looking forward to visiting. Having read about so many wonderful places to dine, I also vow to be more brave in sampling the local recipies. The history was especially interesting and I found myself sidetracked as I read , stopping to "google" the shipwrecks, the Dry Tortugas and Fort Zachary Taylor. I loved the author's writing style; very informative, yet entertaining and at times humorous. At first, I thought the price was a little steep for a guide book. But after reading it, I feel it was well worth the price and would certainly recommend it to anyone planning to go to Key West.

It's very refreshing to read a travel book that is so straight forward and funny. With this, Key West will be twice as fun the next time. I wish I had read Marsh's book before I visited Key West...Because then I would have turned left instead of right, I would have avoided a fight (with my girlfriend) and enjoyed Key West more.

Bill Rossi

I'm thinking about a trip to Key West, and Muirhead's guide is exactly the kind of information I'm looking for! I've traveled a good deal, and sometimes I've missed the true "heart of the place" by not having a guide like this one. It's clear that the author knows Key West and loves it. He entertainingly and engagingly shares his knowledge and passion. It's fun and informative.

As a Floridian, I have traveled to Key West on numerous occasions, I feel qualified to recommend Marsh Muirhead's book, Key West Explained. I have frequented many of the places described in this book and found that the author's descriptions of those places to be true and accurate. The author's concise, no-nonsense description of Key West makes this is a must read for the first time visitor who is wants to avoid beginners mistakes and make the most of their stay in Key West.

I found this book very helpful, especially regarding the arts and entertainment which are usually given very little space in most books. The book makes Key West so very enticing. A very useful and entertaining book with touching and relevant photos! We're ready to go!