If you own a hotel or bed & breakfast in the Florida Keys, you might have noticed that Millennial travelers are different from guests in past decades. We know that Millennials prefer micro-cations to vacations and we’ve already discussed that trend. Even the way to best appeal to a Millennial ordering room service is untraditional. Hospitality businesses that notice and adapt to these changes will probably notice they will soon be getting tagged in more photos on Instagram, which will directly translate into more business from Millennial lodgers.

Here are three super simple changes that any hotel, bed & breakfast or other lodging business can make that will impress their Millennial guests.

#1 – Invest in environmentally friendly packaging.

Millennials won’t be impressed with a burger delivered in a styrofoam carryout box, but they are likely to snap and post a photo of the same burger contained in a clearly-marked biodegradable/compostable container. If they order a coffee with cream, they are likely to take notice of your choice to use biodegradable bamboo stir sticks over plastic stir sticks.
Check out these green food packaging vendors for ideas, and when factoring in cost, remember that these green products usually result in free social media advertising to Millennials all over.

#2 – Offer Vegan Options

Gone are the days when vegans were satisfied ordering french fries, expressing appreciation that the fries were cooked in vegetable oil. A growing number of adults, primarily in the Millennial generation have opted for a vegan lifestyle. Offering multiple entree options that are labeled as a vegan option will result in appreciation and probably a social media shout out. #vegan #veganlife #plantbased.

#3 – Clearly Mark Allergens & Offer Allergen Free Options

Milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybean account for about 90% of all food allergies in the US. These allergens, you’ve probably noticed have to be declared on all processed foods according to the USA food allergen labeling act, FALCPA. When serving food, you don’t yet have to declare these allergens, but guests absolutely appreciate it. Only make this commitment if you can adhere to it though in practice. You can take seminars to learn how to ensure that you don’t cross contaminate allergens the same way you once learned to cut veggies on the green cutting board and beef on the red cutting board. It is doable and if you can safely make this commitment to labeling allergens, you will be praised on social media more than you could imagine. Additionally, given the struggles allergy families have with finding suitable places to vacation and the growing number of people developing severe allergies, this is sure to lead to a significant boost in filled rooms.
Tip: If you know you can accodate a peanut free diet, but not other allergens, that’s still a great first step that will be appreciated.

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Newest Key West Commercial Properties on the Market

Exceptional commercial waterfront opportunity in the heart of Marathon. This prime commercial property consists of five contiguous lots totaling approximately 30,000 square feet, with 300 feet of highway frontage and 300 feet of waterfront. The property includes 18 boat slips with a control depth of approximately 5 feet, offering outstanding maritime access and functionality.Zoned MU-M (Multi-Use Maritime), this versatile zoning allows for a broad range of uses including maritime industry operations such as fishing equipment sales and service, seafood processing, marine-related manufacturing, and boat storage. Additional permitted uses include retail, restaurant, affordable housing, and residential development, making this a uniquely flexible investment property.Parcel IDs include: 00362930, 00363940, 00362950, 00362960, and 00362970. The seller will provide a complete list of all personal property included in the sale, including major furniture, fixtures, and equipment. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial, high-exposure commercial property with extensive waterfront and mixed-use potential in one of the most desirable areas of the Florida Keys. $6,500,000 Active

38 Coco Plum Drive MARATHON, Florida

1 Baths 5,439 SqFt

Waterfront 103 Unit RV/ Mobile Home Park in Key Largo! A rare find anywhere in the Florida Keys or even all of South Florida. Same family ownership since 1996. The Bayside Site encompasses 6.15 Acres Uplands and includes 29 wet boat slips. County recognizes 53 Residential Dwelling Units (48 MH & 5 Attached), plus 50 Transient Residential Dwelling Units from 50 RV lots. 98 Units are currently online. The owners only own one MH, the others are all tenant owned.URM Zoning allows possible commercial redevelopment including Vacation Rentals & Marinas or remain affordable & sell and transfer entitlements. Baybottom lease with State of FL. Site plans are in place for options to redevelop the uplands. One plan design lays out 33 RV pads and 29 Mobile Homes, 62 units total. The Balance of recognized but unused entitlements may be sold off. Another redevelopment calls for 35 Single Family Homes and 63 Hotel Bungalow Suites. Both plans include Clubhouse, Restaurant, lazy river plus two additional pools, coffee shop and souvenir shop as matter of right without going through the County major development process. $21,000,000 Active

101600 Overseas Highway KEY LARGO, Florida

3 Beds 3 Baths 3,717 SqFt

Boutique commercial, ground floor office condo for sale in Old Town at Seafoam Condominiums. Only one of two Commercial units in the building. This 665 sf. office is turnkey and perfect for Professionals looking for a small office to own vs. paying rent every month. Great location and close to everything in town either by walking or biking. Exterior has several large pane windows for natural light inside. To enter off the sidewalk there are a set of gorgeous, hand made mahogany french doors. Also, there is an interior side door for private access. Interior has 12' ceilings and the layout includes front seating area with a receptionist window, administrators office and private office in rear. Half bath is ADA compliant. This unit has been totally renovated and ready to move in. Renovations include new Brazilian cherry wood floors & keystone flooring in the bathroom. upgraded electric and lighting, freshly painted, Central AC and wireless Security system. Seafoam building has coded entrance, atrium hallways and large in-ground concrete pool exclusively for Condo owners and guests. HOA fee of $1,286/mos. includes insurances and reserves. Includes Liability, Wind and Flood insurance. Building has never flooded and in X flood zone. Building is up to date with SIRS and milestone inspections. Additional $587/mos. special assessment for windstorm insurance. Same owner since 2008. $560,000 Active

812 Fleming Street 2 KEY WEST, Florida

1 Beds 1 Baths 665 SqFt

Prime Mixed Use Income Producing property for sale. Total of 6 units. There are 2 Commercial units on ground floor facing Truman Ave. Both Commercial spaces now occupied by the Seam Shoppe, a long term, stable tenant. On the 2nd floor there are 4 good size apartments. Each 1bedroom and a loft bedroom and 1 bath. Each has use of large, outdoor deck in back. Potential Gross rental income approx. $15,000/mos.Total of 6 Water and Electric Meters. Rear parking lot for 4 + or - cars. Building in good condition and well maintained.Excellent Replacement Property for a Buyer looking to perform a 1031 Exchange.Owner may consider Seller financing to a Qualified Buyer at Seller discretion. $2,150,000 Active

1109 Truman Avenue KEY WEST, Florida

4 Beds 6 Baths 4,410 SqFt


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