He informed me that we would not be allowed to leave the ship with our golf clubs because customs officers needed to inspect them. Customs wouldn't be available until 9-10am and the ship left Key West at 1:30pm. Needless to say that waiting around for customs officers meant that we could never get our round in plus we would miss our 8:00 tee time. Apparently, this was a new rule that only applied to U.S. Naval base docks, of which Key West is one.

I am all for security and safety but could someone please help me understand how I board a ship in Miami try to get off in Key West with my golf clubs and suddenly U.S. Customs is involved? I was really disappointed and I felt bad for the pro too because he was made to look like an idiot through no fault of his own.

The Iberostar Playa Paraiso Golf Club experience was much better. I am not sure that Mexican customs would care if you left the ship with a thermonuclear device let alone golf clubs. It was a good course, very well maintained and pristine tee boxes. All the food and drink was included which was pretty important because even in April it was unbelievably hot. I was drinking a bottle of water per hole and eating a sandwich every three holes. I have never experienced anything like it. I managed to play pretty well considering the heat and the pro and I relaxed afterwards with a few beers and concluded with a tequila shot. Great day and I would recommend the excursion to anyone who loves golf and can stand the heat.