Lakewood Ranch
Lakewood Ranch began its life as a residential community and is now all grown up, attracting visitors with its upscale boutiques, fine restaurants, championship golf courses and miles of recreational trails. The hub of Lakewood Ranch, Main Street, has everything from a Parisian café to a Scottish pub – it even has its own movie theater and miniature golf course.
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| Fish in Our Waters |
| The Gulf Coast of Florida has fishing that rivals anything you've ever dreamed of. Piers are plentiful, licenses are easy to get, and the water... |
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Culinary Tourism in the Bradenton Area |
| Oh sure, we all eat while on vacation. But hitting a major chain restaurant for jalapeno poppers doesn't make you a culinary tourist. It's... |
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Area Accolades |
| From beachfront weddings to unusual restaurants, the area of Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch has plenty to celebrate.... |
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Shopping and Dining Near Lakewood Ranch |
| You may already know about the offerings on Main Street at Lakewood Ranch. But there's plenty more shopping and dining nearby, with new... |
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Lakewood Ranch Goes Green |
| Going green is more than just a catchphrase in Lakewood Ranch – it's a way of living. In fact, Lakewood Ranch is the largest... |
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| Lakewood Ranch Events |
| From a monthly music night to an international wine festival, special events in Lakewood Ranch are sure to entertain.Music on MainAttracting an... |
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Shop Around the Bradenton Area |
| If there's a bargain to be had, a style to be worn or a market to be shopped, you'll find it here in Anna Maria Island, Bradenton and... |
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Best Bets: Dining |
| On an island? In a house? Watching sunset? With your spouse? We think Dr. Seuss would have a rhyme or two about dining in Anna Maria Island, Longboat... |
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Where to Play and Watch Sports |
| For some people, it's not enough to simply laze about on the beach. We're not sure who those people are, but surely they would appreciate our... |
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Lakewood Ranch at a Glance |
| Lakewood Ranch began as a planned residential community, but it’s become an attractive place for visitors, too. Most spend their time exploring... |
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Itinerary for the Shopping-ista |
| For the "shopping-istas" out there, there’s plenty of spending to be done on Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key, and in the mainland... |
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Where to Go for Sunset |
| Celebrate the sunset at Anna Maria Island’s Bridge Street Bistro. Every night at the magic moment, a gong rings and the crowd sings "You... |
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Shop Around in Bradenton and Beyond |
| Whether you’re looking for a great bargain or the perfect souvenir to remind you of your beach vacation once you get home, you’ll find... |
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Shopping Getaways in Bradenton, Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key and Lakewood Ranch |
| The destination offers an abundance of fabulous shopping both near the shore and just a short jaunt away from this secluded beach paradise. ... |
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Accommodations |
| Get away from it all in a beachside vacation rental, condo, bed & breakfast, hotel chain or campground. |
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Lakewood Ranch |
| Lakewood Ranch welcomes visitors with one-of-a-kind shops, restaurants serving international cuisine, championship golf courses and recreational trails set amidst nature. |
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Welcome to the Bradenton Area |
| Watch why visitors flock to Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch. |
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Shopping |
| Browse the funky beach shops of Anna Maria Island, stroll the boutiques of Main Street at Lakewood Ranch and score bargains at Ellenton Premium Outlets near Bradenton. |
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