Kurt Kucera

Scuba Diver, Car Enthusiast, Outdoorsman

Historical Sites to Visit in Key West

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For people wanting to vacation to beautiful spots within the US, there are a large number of places to check out. One of the vacation hot spots in the US is the Florida Keys, and it attracts many tourists and travelers from around the world each year. There are a lot of different things to see and do when you visit Key West, Florida. Some of which are fun outdoor sports including, snorkeling, scuba diving, jet skiing, boating, fishing, and many more.

The great thing about Key West, Florida is that there is so much to see and do that is not only outdoors and water-related, but it also offers so much history to be explored. Let’s take a quick look at five of the best places to check out when you plan your next vacation to Key West.

Harry S. Truman Little White House
Harry Truman came to Key West during the winter months and utilized this spot as his vacation home. Because he worked extensively during those vacations, they named it the “Little White House” like a home away from home. The structure was initially built and used as naval command headquarters in 1890 during the Spanish-American war as well as World War I and II. Truman wasn’t the only president who vacationed here. In fact, Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter also used this spot during their time in the Keys. Tourists can visit The Little White House and check out the history that has gone into it.

Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
Many people already know that Ernest Hemingway’s home in Key West is a historical landmark and will come to the island just to check it out. He is a well-known literary icon and was not born in Key West, but he had a house in which he lived in for less than ten years. Tourists can take tours of the house and the grounds and check out the space in which many believed he wrote some of “A Farewell to Arms” as well as “For Whom the Bell Tolls.”

Key West Cemetery
The Key West Cemetery is a spot you don’t want to miss out on seeing during your trip. It is very different from many other cemeteries you will find anywhere else in the world. In the authentic Key West quirky style, tombstones are left with quotes that are the typical inscriptions you would think. A very famous quote from a tombstone reads, “I told you I was sick,” and another, “I’m just resting my eyes.” On each burial, spot resides quite a few people piled on top of one another because it is a spot many want to be buried and remembered.

Best Scuba Sites in Mexico

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Scuba diving is one of the most eye-opening water sports you can experience while on your vacation. It gives you the chance to see parts of the world you may only get to see on the big screen. Luckily, there are places all over the world that offer an  underwater diving experience that will be unforgettable.

Mexico is home to some of the most beautiful travel destinations. Each coast of Mexico offers a different scuba experience, so depending on where you want to visit, you can venture out into the open waters and observe beautiful marine life.

Cozumel Islands
Cozumel offers opportunities for both experienced and beginner divers. These diving tours let tourists swim with turtles and other marine animals to make for an extraordinary experience. There are chances to drift dive and deep wall dive on your outing as well.  Aquaworld within Cozumel offers some of the best scuba diving packages.

Cancun
Cancun has been one of the most visited spots for tourist from all over. The sites and endless opportunities for things to do while there make it a vacation hot spot. One of the activities they offer is scuba diving in the Cancun Underwater Museum where you can see a large number of underwater sculptures, proven to be the best part of your travel experience.  

Riviera Maya
The Riviera Maya is known as one of the best places for experienced and beginner divers alike. The warm waters give this diving experience a one of a kind feel, where you can venture out into the clear blue waters and cave dive deeper into the sea. It is also located right where the Yucatan Peninsula and the Caribbean Sea meet.

Acapulco
Acapulco resides on the Pacific coast of Mexico. The waters within Acapulco are a lot lower in temperature which makes it a little more difficult for the average or beginner divers. Scuba diving in these waters requires an expert instructor to accompany the diver, which are available when you visit this spot.  

Baja Peninsula
The Baja Peninsula also resides on the Pacific coast and has some of the lowest water temperatures in Mexico. It is one of the best spots for an advanced and experienced diver looking for a great dive. Divers who take on the Baja Peninsula can also enjoy seeing the giant ray that resides in the shallow waters on the coast.