The Things that Locals Know!
Island locals proudly share their Island gems and inside info with you. Anna Maria Island area residents and businesses share their local insight to help you plan your island time, and enjoy all the area has to offer.
Thanksgiving Dining Guide: Anna Maria Island's Open Restaurants: Newly updated
Thanksgiving is a time for giving thanks, spending quality time with loved ones, and indulging in a feast! However, not everyone has the time to cook a Thanksgiving meal from scratch. If you find yourself on Anna Maria Island or the surrounding areas this Thanksgiving, fear not! We’ve got your Thanksgiving Dining Guide, our list of...
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Annual Anna Maria Island Bayfest the number 1 annual event
Anna Maria Island BayFest: A Celebration of Community and Culture
Launched over three decades ago, BayFest is an unmissable celebration on Anna Maria Island’s event calendar. Held on the last weekend of October in Downtown Anna Maria, this vibrant street festival offers a joyful blend of community spirit and island charm.
Food Truc...
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Attending the 2024 Florida Extreme Cup
The Florida Extreme Cup is a premier youth soccer tournament held in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. The tournament is open to teams from U9 to U19, and it attracts over 100 teams from around the country. The tournament is played at the Premier Sports Campus, which is a world-class facility with 23 fields.
In addition to great soccer, the...
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Bean Point - Anna Maria Island's Secret Serenity
Bean Point is a must stop spot on Anna Maria Island. It’s a local secret that provides the most breathtaking views of the sunset on a pristine beach. Bean Point vacation rentals are some of the best on the island. Named for George Emerson Bean, the first permanent resident of Anna Maria Island, Bean Point is located on a secl...
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Why You Should Book Your Florida Vacation Rental Directly with Island Real Estate
Many of the individuals who choose Anna Maria Island as their next getaway want to find the perfect vacation rental home at the perfect price. In this day and age, Airbnb and other third-party booking sites are taking over the vacation rental industry by storm with many vacation rental homes to offer. When booking a vacation rental...
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How to Clean Seashells: Anna Maria Island Insider Tips
Your trip to Anna Maria Island inevitably includes collecting seashells like moon snails, scallops, coquinas, and sand dollars.
Seashells start to smell due to the ocean scent lingering after collection.
Solution:
Use pool water or a 10:1 hydrogen peroxide-water solution to clean and remove odors.
For those without a pool, hy...
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Top 10 Local Family Photographers on Anna Maria Island
Love and Style Photography – Summer & Becky Whitton are a husband and wife team located in the Bradenton-Sarasota area. They serve the gulf coast area, and are also available for travel sessions. Sea Song is the perfect beach front rental for those sunset photos!
11:11 Studio – Jennifer is the owner and photographer out of Anna...
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Our Favorite Island Restaurants (Top 13)
There is no shortage of great restaurants on Anna Maria Island. And it seems each year a new establishment opens up that offers even more yummy food options for us locals and visitors to enjoy. So picking our top restaurants was quite a challenge. Check out our favorite Island restaurants, and let us know how our list compares to y...
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BEST Anna Maria Island Pizza Places
If you’re looking for great pizza on Anna Maria Island, then this is the post for you. Keep reading to learn more about the Island pizza places:
Pizzano’s: A great pizza place for families that want more than pizza. They have take out, delivery and dine in. Dine in has 8-10 tables as well as 2-3 picnic tables outside.&n...
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