Some of the best movies around probably were not produced by the big boys out of Hollywood – Universal, MGM and others.
Sometimes, you can catch some great works of cinematic art at independent, non-profit movie theaters like Tropic Cinema – only a short walk from the quaint Key West bed & breakfast the Tropical Inn at 416 Eaton Street in Key West.
Tropic Cinema’s first season was in the spring/summer of 1999 and it has blossomed ever since. A creation of the Key West Film Society, the venue was started because of the lack of good movie options in Key West. Residents and visitors alike had to travel long distances to find unique cinema. But by the 2002/2003 season, the theater had become so popular, it needed its own permanent home.
Thus the current home at 416 Eaton Street was born – complete with a bar/snack area and 4 screens. Once a department store in the 1950’s and more recently used as a laser tag arcade, the 8,000 square foot site began its transformation in April 2002.
In addition to the Keys’ best selection of independent, alternative and foreign films, Tropic Cinema also has a great lineup of live musical acts and theater.
So during your next tropical getaway, visit Tropic Cinema for a unique movie experience and a wonderful night out on the town.
Summer time is nearing and that means hotter temperatures and higher ultraviolet radiation from the sun are here as well – the risk for sunburn is much greater and for a fair skinned redhead like myself, this spells danger.
When enjoying the sites of America’s Caribbean at the quaint Key West bed & breakfast the Tropical Inn, be sure to lather up with some top-quality skin care products to protect yourself and your family from the dangers…and pain…of too much sun exposure.
And being on the water makes wearing sunscreen all the more critical…rays reflecting off the water can be a double whammy…even on overcast days when you least expect your skin to burn.
There are several ways to avoid sunburn according to the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta…first, limit time in the sun during peak hours (10 AM – 3 PM) and wear protective clothing like wide-brimmed hats and a shirt that covers your arms.
Finally, if you must be in the sun…say sunning on the beach…be sure you lather up real good with sunscreen with a sun-protection factor (SPF) of at least 15.
Based on my experience, if you’re fair skinned, a SPF 30 is the absolute minimum. The higher the SPF the better…I generally wear at least a 45-50 SPF when I’m outside for longer than a few minutes.
And that’s the key - it only takes a few minutes for your skin to burn in the summer. So keep on top of taking care of your skin…the alternative is very painful and will surely ruin time that can be better spent relaxing and taking in the sites.
Looking to take a well deserved vacation and catch some fun and sun? If you plan to fly, check-out the Key West International Airport, a 255-acre facility located on the southeast corner of the island – just a short distance from the quaint Key West bed & breakfast the Tropical Inn.
Key West International Airport’s (EYW) origins date back to 1913 when Augustin Parla flew a bi-wing plane to Muriel, Cuba. Commercial service began in the 1920’s…but due to the shortness of the runway, weight restrictions are enforced on aircraft and passengers.
Four major airlines serve the Key West International Airport (EYW) with service to major hubs like Atlanta, Charlotte and Miami. You can fly to Key West from anywhere in the world through Delta, Continental, American and US Airways.
There are also charter flights available to the Dry Tortugas National Monument and a company called Yellow Taxi provides daily charter flights to Naples and Key West.
If you have a family or are looking for a less expensive option, Miami International Airport is the closest major airport – nearly all airlines serve this major air travel facility in south Florida, about 160 miles from Key West.
However you choose to get to the Tropical Inn, be careful so you can fully enjoy your visit to America’s Carribbean.
