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Re: Islamorada
[Re: silverfox82]
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01/29/2018 09:43 PM
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That makes me so sad to read that - we spent a few days at the Postcard Inn in Islamorada this past summer & really enjoyed it - I do not think Postcard Inn is open yet.
Gotta Caribbean soul I can barely control and some Texas hidden here in my heart...(J.B.)
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Re: Islamorada
[Re: silverfox82]
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01/30/2018 12:59 PM
01/30/2018 12:59 PM
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RickinAtlanta
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Postcard is still closed and looks like it will be for some time. Other iconic hotels that are still closed are the Islander, Cheeca lodge, La Siesta, Amara Cay, both timeshares on Lower Matecumbe and more. Cheeca Lodge is reopening March 30th! Pictures show it looking better than ever. We're staying there in late April. Also know that Drop Anchor has been open as well as most restaurants.
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Re: Islamorada
[Re: silverfox82]
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02/01/2018 11:07 AM
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RickinAtlanta
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It is amazing what was damaged and what wasn't. Our place is having trouble getting workers due to the vast scope of the damage county wide. It will be a long time before all is back to normal, hope you enjoy your visit.
No question we will as all the places we love are up and running full tilt!
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Re: Islamorada
[Re: silverfox82]
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02/01/2018 06:11 PM
02/01/2018 06:11 PM
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RickinAtlanta
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FYI, if you like Island Grill, under the Snake Creek bridge, they are now temporally in the old Bentlys/Busbys location until the old place is rebuilt. Actually its Bumby's old place who moved up to Key Largo. Can't imagine Island Grill in a "fancy place"
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Re: Islamorada
[Re: silverfox82]
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02/01/2018 06:15 PM
02/01/2018 06:15 PM
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RickinAtlanta
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Most of the hotels are still closed including the "big ones" that should have withstood this storm. My place is looking at another year from now to reopen, what a mess. I was going to Key West in Feb for a special occasion but have changed my mind, the drive will be just too sad.
Meant to comment on this as the "big ones" can't stand up to the storm surge that demolished the Atlantic side. Also not going down to the Keys doesn't help as they need our "tourists dollars". I'd encourage anyone thinking of going to the Keys or the BVI's to GO and spend money.
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Re: Islamorada
[Re: silverfox82]
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02/02/2018 12:07 PM
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RickinAtlanta
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Thanks, for some reason I can't get the Bumby's name to stick in my head. It is now a tequila/taco place we were told. Island grill has a 1 year lease and will move back under the bridge when it is restored. You are spot on with spending some bucks down there, they really need it. I want to call it "Brumby's". I looked at their Facebook page just now and you're right it is now a tequila/taco place. Too bad as we enjoyed their seafood/raw bar menu. Article on Island Grill said they'll rebuild the original place and maybe operate the new location under a different concept. Just so long as I can get my Tuna Nachos!!
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