Activities

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Best Anna Maria Island Souvenirs to Take Home With You

When you make Anna Maria Island your summer vacation destination, one thing is for sure: you’re going to be creating lots of wonderful memories. From stunning white sand beaches to comfortable Florida Gulf front rentals, Anna Maria Island is everything...

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Cortez Fishing Village

Cortez, Florida is one of the last small coastal fishing villages in Florida, located right off Anna Maria Island across the Cortez Bridge. Founded in the 1880s by settlers from North Carolina, you will find that Cortez still has the...

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Best Anna Maria Island Coffee Shops

No matter how exciting the attraction, how prepared you are for the vacation, and how well-behaved the kids are, you need a little pick-me-up. There’s no better way to indulge in an afternoon break than an espresso or cup of...

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Folk School at the Florida Maritime Museum

Now that it’s finally summertime, families from around the country are looking for a fun place to go on their summer vacation. Why not consider a trip down to Anna Maria Island? The seaside paradise is just off the coast...

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Shelling on Anna Maria Island

The beaches you’ll find near your gorgeous Anna Maria Island rentals are known for their beauty, white sand, and of course shells. Spending day after day lounging or swimming at the beach can get old fast, but finding a great...

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Best Nail Salons on the Island

Pamper yourself and indulge in self-care while planning out your activities on the next Anna Maria Island vacation. Thankfully, you got plenty of choices. The below is a quick guide to the top five best Anna Maria Island nail salons...

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Best Restaurants to Take Your Valentine on Anna Maria

Away from the daily grind of work, you can find the quintessential romantic getaway on Anna Maria Island. The radiant views, the bouncing dolphins, and, perhaps most importantly, the fantastic sunset dining all help make Anna Maria a divine destination...

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