Changes in latitude lead to changes in attitude in Key West, Florida

Since the days when authors like Hemingway and Tennessee Williams set up camp, Key West has always been a potent magnet for people looking to drift away from the real world for a while, writes John Daly.

The Custom’s man at Miami airport was in the midst of his explanation.

“If you’re not caught for time, the best way to get to Key West is driving — but, then again, if you’re heading to that particular place, time probably ain’t a big consideration to you.”