"New Years Eve 1998-1999" Cabbage Key by kaloz

Cabbage Key Travel Guide: 19 reviews and 38 photos

Great Googlie Ooglie!

This trip came about in an unusual manner. I was in New Orleans for Mardi Gras and met some nice people from Florida who invited me to a New Year's party on Cabbage Key. They thought that I was Drew Carey, who was Baccus that year, and kept calling me Drew.

Every party has a character who gets really funny when he gets drunk, and I was lucky enough to get this photo.

Drew persona comes to life

Kaloz as Drew

Deciding to go to Florida for New Years was not a hard decision, then I had to do my homework. I was invited as Drew Carey, so I had to start watching the show. At that time, everyone in Cleveland, OH was going blond because some of the Cleveland Indians players did it and it was a way to support the team. Drew went blond, I went blond. Drew was fronting his band with an accordian, and grew a goatee, I got out my accordian and grew a goatee. I was ready!

When I got there, I found out that the girl who invited me was not the big fan, it was the people she was with at Mardi Gras, so she didn't understand my look or the accordian, but all the people at the New Years party did, and it was a great gag.

Cheeseburger in Paradise

Happy New Year

Cabbage Key is where Jimmy Buffet wrote his song "Cheeseburger in Paradise".
The walls of the bar are covered with money, many people who visit sign a dollar bill and tape it to the wall or ceiling, it is very hard to find an oopen space, so in some places the wallpaper is several dollars thick.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Cheeseburger in Paradise
Cons:Accessable only by boat
In a nutshell:A fun time

Last visit to Cabbage Key: Jan 1999
Intro Updated Jan 2, 2003
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Don't forget your pants What to Pack (2)

I try to carry very little while travelling. The more bags, the more likely to have trouble. I carry a backpack... more travel advice

Party Theme What to Pack (2)

The theme is "red", so ladies get out your red dress, we're gonna party tonight! more travel advice

A red hat Things to Do (3)

The theme of the party was red, and this guy had just the perfect hat for the occation. Party on, Dude!! more travel advice

Kaloz's Red socks Things to Do (3)

Somewhere during the evening, I seem to have lost my pants. Well, that is a sign of a good party, eh? more travel advice

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Restaurants (2)
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Nightlife (3)
See All Thank you, Candace!
Warnings and Dangers (2)
See All Be careful what you get yourself into

Hotels (2)
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Local Customs (1)
Tape money to the walls
Transportation (1)
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luv2laughlots Dec 18, 2008 at 11:20 AM

Heya Nick, Put in Bay was an absolute blast. But, after checking out your Cabbage Key trip, it sounds like you are familiar with having fun anywhere where you are at. Keep Smiling!
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deecat Feb 28, 2004 at 4:06 PM

I came to this page because of the name of the place, and am I glad. What a riot! I admire your spirit and ability to have so much fun. No wonder I didn't know about Cabbage Key (you need a boat!) Thanks for the smiles.
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catalysta Nov 19, 2003 at 8:32 AM

I'm afraid you're right about evolution, Nicky, we've clearly circumvented the process! ;-), cat
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traveldave Sep 22, 2003 at 9:44 PM

Looks like a good time was had by all. Hmm...first a pirate, then Drew Cary. Who's next?
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tpangelinan Sep 21, 2003 at 6:32 PM

New Year's in Cabbage Key, and the only guy on trip with 6 women!! You ARE Lucky!! Should have bought a lottery ticket that day too!!
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travelinxs Sep 16, 2003 at 10:09 AM

Wacky and fun page! If I ever make it, I don't own a tux but I know where I can get hold of a dress. I rather fetching black number. Great page, cheers!!
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kenmerk Jul 30, 2003 at 12:50 AM

Nice boxers... The Drew Carey Saga does make a good sequel to "Pirates of Mystic Island"...
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zrim Jul 12, 2003 at 1:33 PM

Dressed as Drew Carey with an accordian on your knee, not to mention six ladies, and you have the photos to prove it. Well done!
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Sweetberry1 Mar 15, 2003 at 9:53 PM

Hey.. fun page.. thanks for the laughs.. Loved it..
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Leniwy Mar 3, 2003 at 6:48 PM

They let you just walk up 'n play the musical instruments? (you should post MP3/WAV files). The times I've tried that (elsewhere), trouble usually ensued.