Registration Now Open

$1250 Land Package (5 Days)

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Includes all scheduled events and activities
Does not include airfare or hotel accommodations

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Why Florida? Why Key West?

Key West has long been one of the most iconic LGBT destinations in the country—a place where our community has gathered, celebrated, and felt at home for generations.

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With beautiful weather,  incredible food, a vibrant LGBT history, and a walkable island vibe, it’s the perfect setting for five unforgettable days of connection, fun, and shared experiences.

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This trip is also about showing up for our community—especially our longtime LGBT friends and supporters in Key West. The bars, restaurants, and guesthouses that have made this island so special to the gay community are feeling the impact of boycotts right now. If we don’t support them, some may not be here when the boycotts end.

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Trip Highlights

(Check back weekly for additional events)

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Wednesday – Arrival & Welcome

• Hotel check-in

• Flamingo Pink Opening Reception (food & drinks) at a private conch home owned by a BTC member

• Evening gay bar crawl

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Thursday – Explore & Relax

• Conch Train Tour of Key West

• Key West Cooking School (Cuban cuisine experience)

• “Black Tie & Bathing Suits” Pool Party at Alexander’s Guesthouse

• Champagne Gallery

• Sunset at Mallory Square

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Friday – Island Adventure

• Optional tours (Hemingway House, Truman Little White House, Rum Tour, etc.)

• Key Lime Pie Social at Alexander’s Guesthouse

• Argo Navis Sunset Cruise
  (7-course appetizers, beer, premium wine & cocktails)

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Saturday – Signature Celebration

• Afternoon Pool Party

• Signature Event: All-White Sunset Pier Party (food & drinks)

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Sunday – Grand Finale

• Tropical Brunch

• Cocktail Party & World-Famous Tea Dance at La Te Da

• Farewell Party at Alexander’s Guesthouse

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Monday – Departure

• Checkout

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Hotel Reservations

Host hotel is nearly sold out—please review additional lodging options below.

Be sure to mention the Black Tie Club to get the special rates.

Host Hotel

Alexander's Guesthouse 

• 5-night minimum stay required

• BTCI members must call to reserve (online booking will not work for our dates)

• Limited inventory (17 rooms total)

• Historic property—rooms are charming but on the smaller side

Call 305-294-9919 for a 15% discount.

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Additional Lodging Options

 

Island House Key West (Clothing Optional)

Located directly across the street from Alexander’s Guesthouse.

• Clothing-optional, men’s resort

• Easy access to all group activities

Call 305-294-6284 and Ask for Paul for a 10% BTCI discount.

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Heron House Court

Located just around the corner from Alexander’s Guesthouse. The Heron House has two properties. Be sure to look at the Heron House COURT.

• More budget-friendly option

• LGBT-friendly

• Short walk to all group activities

Call 305-296-4719 and ask for Roman for a room upgrade ($226 for King or $246 for a suite)

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Which Hotel Is Right for You?

• Stay at Alexander’s Guesthouse if you want to be in the center of the action and fully immersed in the group experience

• Choose Island House if you’re looking for a more playful, social, clothing-optional resort atmosphere

• Choose Heron House Court if you prefer a quieter, more affordable option just steps away from the group

All properties are within easy walking distance to each other.

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Transportation

A few tips on getting to and getting around Key West.

• Be sure to fly directly into Key West (EYW). Some airlines show Miami as the Key West airport. Most major airlines fly directly into Key West.

• There is a new airport in Key West. No more deplaning on the tarmac and walking into the terminal.

• Flights can be cheap into Key West. Use flights.google.com to track prices.

• You don’t need to rent a car if you fly directly into Key West. Ubers are cheap.

• A very easy (and cheap) way to get from Ft. Lauderdale/Miami to Key West is to take a bus or airport shuttle. Friends like to use Greyhound.

• Another option to getting to Key West is via ferry from Fort Meyers Beach.

• Once at the properties, you can walk to just about everything. Duval Street is less than a mile away and it is an easy walk.

• There are numerous bike and golf cart rental services too.

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How to Register

1. Email:

   • Gary Dougan: btciprez@gmail.com

   • Mike Gin: mikegin@me.com

2. Submit payment of $1250 to:
   Mike Gin, BTCI Treasurer
   518 Cluster Lane
   Redondo Beach, CA 90278
   Call 310-387-0462 (for Zelle/PayPal options)

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Payment Plan Available

• $450 at registration

• $400 due June 1

• $400 due September 15

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Cancellation Policy

• Full refund through June 1

• 50% refund (June 1 – September 1)

• No refunds after September 1

 

Important Notes

• Limited to 60 participants

• Hotel subject to its own cancellation policies

• All activities are optional and at your own risk

• Schedule and events subject to change

• For the most up-to-date information, refer back to this page

 

Value Highlight

Our pricing goal has been achieved:
Under $300 per person per day (excluding airfare and hotel)