Relationship with the Florida Keys is a true love story. Much like his writing with subtext brimming under its minimalist exterior Hemingway’s relationship with Key West goes deeper than a quick getaway. In the early 1930s Hemingway stopped over in Key West’s Old Town while waiting for his car to be delivered from Cuba. Before moving into the legendary Hemingway house the prolific writer and his first wife Pauline stayed in the Trev-Mor Hotel where Casa Antigua now stands. In order to travel through Key West Hemingway-style let’s start with his first home. Photo Courtesy iStockromrodinkaCasa Antigua Hemingway lived on the second floor which currently houses a private home.
Though the Pelican Poop Shoppe on the first floor is closed and the property is not currently offering Germany WhatsApp Number Data tours there are walking tours that include visiting the modest storefront of this historical site where Hemingway first fell in love with Key West and worked on Farewell to Arms.Key West Historic Memorial Sculpture GardenHemingway was absolutely inspired by Key West and continued to write throughout his years there. The natural beauty of Key West is one of the things that drew Hemingway to the idyllic location and the Key West Historic.
Memorial Sculpture Garden captures a bit of that natural beauty and features the busts of a number of historical figures including Hemingway himself. Affectionately regarded as “Papa’s Bust” the depiction of Hemingway among the beauty of the garden is an exquisite site. Dry Tortugas National ParkDry Tortugas National Park is another gem where the natural splendor of Key West is on full display. Hemingway loved these breathtaking islands even after being marooned with his friends after a fishing trip took an unexpected turn. Embark on your own