Originally Posted by aeneastwin
For my last flight to Key West I was seated in a row of gay guys. Hope you have the same luck!

What??? Only one full row of gay guys???? You must have flown on Saturday when the boys are recovering from their Friday night.
Another option to Tampa would have been Orlando. However, Tampa is easier for customs and if you have a long lay over, you can always take a taxi next door to the International Mall.
I assume that as a connecting flight from Tampa/Orlando to Key west, the price will be decent. A separate flight within Florida (Tampa/Orlando to Key West) is typically more than some Y flights between Florida and UK.