View of hotels along the water in Key West
Key West Express transports riders from Florida's Gulf Coast to Key West.
  • I took the Key West Express, a ferry that transports riders from Florida's Gulf Coast to Key West.
  • Choosing the wrong seat made me nauseous, and the ferry felt crowded on the way back. 
  • Even so, this 3-½-hour ferry ride was pretty nice and more convenient than driving 

I've lived in Miami for nearly seven years, and I love experiencing the city's neighborhoods and beaches.