Key West

Locals call the area the "Conch Republic." Early settlers farmed key limes here; later inhabitants salvaged cargo sunk on nearby reefs to create young America's wealthiest city: Key West. Florida is home to this southernmost point in the continental U.S. It's where you can stroll the streets Hemingway called home. It is about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide.

We learned that even though it is a small island, you still need a taxi or scooter to get around it. We walked around and saw nothing in particular. It was hot and humid. Emily had to go to the bathroom. After attempting to walk to the beach, we decided to turn around and head back towards the ship. We saw a man sleeping by a store front and both girls thought he was dead. That was their first encounter with a homeless person.

Here is the amazing view out on our balcony.

Why would anyone settle for an inside room is beyond me.

Emily's pajama party with Goofy in her club.

See? Not lots of pictures from now on!