Six hours in the car later…
Hello from Little Palm Island! 
After a 6-hour drive from St. Pete to the Keys, Ryan and I arrived at Little Palm Island late yesterday afternoon.
Little Palm Island is a secluded tropical getaway, accessible only for those staying in one of the resort’s 30 bungalows. Ryan and I were fortunate enough to be able to stay at this amazing resort for two days at a discounted rate after I reached out to them in a frantic state last week. (Our previous honeymoon plans were completely derailed thanks to Hurricane Tomas.) Now, I sit here, blogging from an isolated dock, watching the sunset.
We feel so fortunate that our “back up” plans have turned out to be spectacular. 
So far our honeymoon has been filled with relaxation, amazingly delicious food and wonderful company.
When we arrived at the welcome hut yesterday, we were greeted with island drinks before boarding a little boat and heading out to Little Palm Island.
A wonderful guide led us to our bungalow that was labeled with our name! 
As if we weren’t already beyond impressed, when we opened up the doors to our bungalow I think Ryan and I both almost passed out!
Check out our digs! 
The bed in our room may be the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in. The mattress on the bed is a Tempurpedic mattress that feels like heaven. I slept like a rock last night!
Dinner
Before arriving at Little Palm Island, I did a lot of research and read many reviews, so Ryan and I knew we wanted to stay on the island for dinner at The Dining Room.
We heard amazing things about the atmosphere and quality of food at The Dining Room so we were beyond excited to eat some yummy food and kick off our honeymoon with a romantic meal.
We arrived at The Dining Room just as the sun was setting.
What a view!
When we took our seats, we were greeted with menus that said “Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Fagan” which took us by surprise and made us feel so special.
It took us a while to decide what to order and eventually Ryan decided on the tuna and, after a strong urging from Ryan who said “We’re on our honeymoon! Go big!” I opted for the lobster.
We first polished off all of the bread from our bread basket that included an assortment of rolls, most notably cheese biscuits.
Then it was time for the main event!
My lobster was served with peppers, olives and a yucca mash that was incredible. I ate every last bite! Ryan’s tuna was amazing as well.
As if we weren’t full enough already, we were presented with a dessert menu.
Since we are staying in the Keys, we found it only appropriate to order key lime pie to share.
Best key lime pie EVER! The crust and fluffy topping were my favorite parts. So delicious!
Ryan and I enjoyed our meat at The Dining Room so much that we have plans to return this evening.
I’ll try to post a recap of today’s full day of activities sometime soon, but naturally my number one priority is spending time with my new husband who just happened to finish the magazine he was reading.
Off to continue honeymooning! 😀
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It looks like you are truly making the most of your “revised” Honeymoon…and it looks like the resort you’re staying at is really making it special for you!! I hope you have a wonderful stay there and enjoy your time together! 🙂
What a wonderful way to be welcomed in a resort.
I am taking notes of your honeymoon posts, I am still in search for my honeymoon destination next year 🙂
I believe that the way to impressed guests is to make their special and personalize. I think the hotel did a great job of doing that so far.
ooopps I meant, make their hotel stay special and personalize
Glad everything is working out after all the craziness!
While I’m always excited to read your updates . . .
GO CONSUMMATE WITH YOUR HUSBAND!!
I’m so glad you’ve found a place to relax post-wedding! Your blog has kept me on my toes the past few days, haha. That key lime pie looks absolutely delicious!
Glad you are having a great time! Food looks delish! I’m sure you and Ryan will have a blast on the rest of your trip!
Yay for finding such a romantic getaway!! The bed looks so pretty and comfy!
Glad to see you’ve taken time away from consumating to blog! 😉 It looks gorgeous. So happy it worked out.
what a lovely place! I wanna come! Im not sure you want me on your honeymoon though, haha!
How fun! What a beautiful place!
Have a great honeymoon! 🙂
Yay! I’m so happy everything is working out! Enjoy every second!
Oh my goodness, gorgeous!! Just like out of a movie. 🙂
How wonderful! Beautiful views, lobster, key lime pie and a new hubby! You look SO happy- congrats!
I’m SO glad that everything turned out so well!!
It looks like have really found a way to make everything so very special for the two of you, as you deserve it 🙂
I hope you continue to enjoy your time on your honeymoon!!!!! 😀
Looks perfect!! Have a great time!
Aww so glad everything worked out for you =)
Looks BREATHTAKING!
looks beautiful!!
we have a tempurpedic cloud matress and I LOVE it. worth every penny for us!
I am SO happy you ended up working everything out and I am SO happy that you ended up going where you did!! What a beautiful place to have a honeymoon <3 It looks gorgeous and so do the two of you.
Ps – *authentic* key lime pie is my very favorite thing.
Have a wonderful rest of your vacation!!!
Enjoy every last second with your new hubby! Can’t wait to hear all about it when you get back! 😀
This looks amazing!! I’m so happy for you guys. I giggled at the pic of you guys at the restaurant. We have about 900 pics of us eating at dinner from our honeymoon. The old “ask the waiter” trick…;)
Have fun!!
Everything there looks so romantic. Enjoy every minute of it. After all the hard work you put into the wedding and the new honeymoon, you certainly deserve it.
WOW, that resort looks great! Honeymoons are the best….for sure! You two look great together, have so much fun!
Wow, what a phenomenal back-up! This post is so so cute–you two seem like such a loving couple!
gorgeous !! im so happy your “back up” honeymoon worked out so well !!
I love when hotels/resorts go that extra mile with their special touches! This place looks perfect for a honeymoon spot 🙂
Looks so fabulous! Congrats again to you both, have fun! 🙂
That’s awesome. That bungalow looks so cute. Having a nice bed is so necessary when traveling. Enjoy your honeymoon!
Holy YUM!!!! Glad you’re having an amazing time dear 🙂
WOW! That place looks absolutely fantastic! Congratulations to the both of you, hope you have a great time!!! 🙂
Congratulations!! Actually one of my friends from high school is in Kappa Delta at UCF and her sister used to be the president of KD while you were there and I think she was invited to your wedding! Their last name is Anderson… what a small world! 🙂 CONGRATS again hope you have a wonderful honeymoon!!
laurel was actually one of my bridesmaids!
I grew up with Brooke and went to high school with her! I thought I recognized her sister 🙂
have a great honeymoon! that resort looks fabulous!!!!!
I love that bed!! I’m so glad everything worked out for you guys!!
That place is gorgeous!!!!
I am really happy that you managed to make your honeymoon work 🙂
Enjoy your time there!
This sounds perfect. I am so happy things all worked out for you guys. Now go have the BEST and MOST AMAZING Honeymoon ever!
OMG!!!!!! I had a feeling thats where you were going when you said it was a drive from the keys, I LOVED it there!! I was there a couple years back and it was just amazing! The food was so good, breakfast, lunch, and dinner, always delish and the service was always great!! I got scared when I got there because my cell phone was not getting reception, so we actually moved our room, or bungalow : ) you will love it there, I see you do already! Go jet skiing tomorrow!!!! the outside bar by the pool is fun too!! I remeber those drinks they gave when you first get there and are waiting for the boat, they were GOOD!!!!
Happy Honeymoon!!!!!!!!!!!!! xoxo
Aw it looks so gorgeous! I’m so happy you found a beautiful place to honeymoon after all the other mess. Have a great time 🙂
Weeee!!! So happy to have an update from you. Glad you are enjoying yourself so much. Keep up that relaxing…and canoodling. 😀
SO GLAD you are having a great time even with the change of plans! Looks amazing!
You are such a sweetheart and I am so happy to see that your backup plan worked out so well. Can’t wait to see pictures and the 2nd part of your honeymoon 🙂
So beautiful! that bed looks awesome. I’m so glad you were able to find something last minute. Looks like it all worked out after all.
I’m so glad you’re having so much fun!
That resort looks beautiful! The room and the views are just amazing! I’m glad that they are making your honeymooon special as it should be 🙂 Have fun!
Your honeymoon sounds amazing so far! So glad everything worked out for you two. 🙂
Have a great time! Enjoy your trip and just relax.
Looks beautiful! What a great spot for your honeymoon!
So fun!! The room looks like the one from the bachelorette when they went on their trip! I hope you and Ryan are having a blast! 🙂
Julie, what a gorgeous start to your Honeymoon. Kudos for picking out such a luxurious, yet quaint resort! It looks like such a romantic place 🙂 Congratulations again, enjoy!
Julie!
I’m glad it all worked out!
The resort looks perfect!
So does the food!