Discover Florida's Gulf Islands
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Anna Maria Island: First Family Vacation
I am a first time father traveling with my wife, Elizabeth, and our eight-month old son, Bodhi (pronounced Bodee). It was our first family vacation and our first time to Anna Maria Island (AMI). Did we enjoy ourselves? Well, lets just say that when we were done with our stay we didn't click our heel... Read More >>

Find a Kinder, Gentler Florida on Anna Maria Island
In days gone by, a Florida vacation didn't mean donning a pair of Mickey Mouse ears or watching killer whales performing circus tricks. Back then, a trip to the "sunshine state" might have meant camping or staying in an efficiency room near the beach. Activities might have included simple pleasures... Read More >>

The Key Distinction
excerpt from —The Washington Post” article written by Andrea Sachs The Key Distinction If I were a brown pelican, flying high above the Gulf Islands of Florida, I imagine that I would see thin strips of land trimmed in white, surrounded by water as clear and blue as the cloudless sky ab... Read More >>

Florida Beach Guide: Anna Maria Island
With its pristine beaches, diverse restaurants and eclectic shops and galleries, Anna Maria is —Paradise without attitude.” ... Read More >>

The Best Family Islands
Island magazine named Anna Maria Island one of its "best family islands." ... Read More >>

Places to Take a Shine To
This excerpt from the Boston Sunday Globe includes Anna Maria Island in its "Places to Take a Shine To" list.... Read More >>

Anna Maria Island Retains 'Old Florida' Feel
ANNA MARIA ISLAND, Fla. — - Can you find old Florida in new Florida? Well, you can, here on this 7-mile-long barrier island west of Bradenton and directly north of Longboat Key. ... Read More >>

Beach Magic
The motto of Florida’s Anna Maria Island says it all: “Welcome to paradise without an attitude. Editor Wanda McKinney shares how to enjoy this slice of heaven. ... Read More >>

A Hidden Island (That's Easy to Find)
Anna Maria on Florida's West Coast promises a sunny escape for the winter weary. ... Read More >>

The 'Old Florida' Feel of Anna Maria Island
ANNA MARIA ISLAND, Fla. — "Please be sweet and rinse your feet," hand-painted signs over troughs of water outside rooms at the beachfront, 23-unit Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages gently urge.... Read More >>

Island Restaurants Honored in Culinary Hall of Fame
Florida Trend’s Golden Spoon awards are coveted by the state’s best chefs and foodie favorites. Two of our own have cooked up enough innovative ideas to earn 25 golden utensils between them, and have since taken their seats in the magazine’s Hall of Fame. ... Read More >>

Wading In to Go Net Dipping and Finally Meeting Snooty
I consider myself to be somewhat of an outdoors-type person. I love being outside, whether it’s walking, running or just relaxing. So, I was really looking forward to visiting Emerson Point Preserve. ... Read More >>

Recipes From Bradenton, Anna Maria, Longboat Key and Lakewood Ranch Restaurants
MacAllisters Famous Pomegranate Martini Courtesy of MacAllisters 2 parts Smirnoff citrus vodka 1 part Dailys Pomegrante mix 1 part Dailys sweet and sour mix Dash of sprite Shake vigorously over ice, strain, and enjoy. Lobster Scampi and Penne Pasta Courtesy of Chef Will Manson of the Beachho... Read More >>