Moby Dyke Won an Award!

Dean and Paul, although a little tired from a night of dancing the entire length of Duval Steet in the parade, are boasting a win for the float. 'Moby Dyke' was awarded the Seashore Shenanigans prize! This years Fantasy Fest proved to be Great! The parade was creative and fun, the crowd was great and even when the skies opened and the rain came pouring down the party continued. The city is now working hard to clean up form the nights festivities and the little town of Key West is preparing to welcome the Parrot Heads, for the annual Parrot Head Convention.

Aquatic Afrolic

Lionfish, clown fish, angel fish, lots of sharks, mermaids and jelly fish have taken to the streets of Key West. Our Fantasy Festival is in full swing and the big parade is scheduled for tonight, rain or shine. Dean and Paul are rushing around preparing their costumes, Paul has out a big can of pink spray paint and is making colorful T-shirts. Dean is on a quest to find pink sunglasses. They will be representing the Mermaid & The Alligator on the giant size float "Moby Dyke", a large pink fabulously gay whale. The gang is going to head over to cheer them on and although Caya and Havana are slightly jealous that they will not be going, they are excited by the high energy as everyone prepares their costumes.

Goombay and Cool Air Hit the Keys

Goombay is in full swing, kicking off the week long Fantasy Festival. Bahama Village, closed off to cars, is thriving with the sounds of Junkanoo music and the sweet smells of funnel cakes. By far the best and most popular food at the Goombay festival is the fresh made Conch Ceviche. The 'Ceviche Craftsmen' make it for you right there, while you watch, amazed by their dexterity and focus. Squeezing lime and orange juice onto the fresh conch then adding cilantro and peppers for an added zing, it is well worth waiting in the long line to get your share! Also, stock up on your African Shea butter and start looking for unique holiday gifts. We have been lucky to have a super early cold front hit the Keys. Typically we are sweltering in the humidity as we join in the Fantasy Festival fun, however this year we are donning sweaters and scarfs as the nights drop into the lower 70's. The Mermaid & The Alligator has opened its doors and windows to let the cool fall breeze blow through. The weather is crisp and beautiful, we will have to see if it lasts through the week, a nice treat for all the revelers.