Anna Maria Island, Holmes Beach Hotels, Restaurants, Shopping and Things to Do

Located just south of the mouth of Tampa Bay on the Florida's west coast Anna Maria Island is known for its miles of pristine sugar-white sand beaches, warm Gulf waters and quaint business districts. Anna Maria Island and Holmes Beach is 8 miles west of the city of Bradenton, connected by the Manatee and the Cortez bridges. Anna Maria Island is a vacation favorite among Tampa Bay locals, national and international travelers.

Anna Maria island's three cities, Anna Maria City, mainly residential, Holmes Beach, offering both residential and business areas, and residential and tourist friendly Bradenton Beach. All three communities are host to spectacular beaches, outdoor activities, an enjoyable selection of shops, restaurants, galleries and other attractions. Check out Special Rates on Sarasota Area Hotels by Travelocity

Anna Maria Island is a classic laid back beach community that has that 'Old Florida' feel with white sand gulf beaches and only one building over three stories tall. Click Here for the best deals on Anna Maria area hotels!

Need more room than you can get in a Hotel or Motel? How about a Vacation Rental Home or Condo. Click Here fort the most complete list of Anna Maria Island Vacation Rentals available with the best prices around,

Like to fish? Anna Maria Island is home to three fishing piers which include the Rod and Reel, Anna Maria City Pier and the Bradenton Beach City Pier. All offer visitors the unique dining experience of watching humans and pelicans competing for the fish. There are also a large number of deep sea fishing charters available.

Surrounded by water and less than a mile wide, Anna Maria Island offers views of beautiful Florida sunrises over the bay and spectacular Florida sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico.

Anna Maria Island Travel Guide is designed to help make your visit to Anna Maria Island as enjoyable as possible. Be sure to check out our travel deals which will save you time and money. We have a easy to use list of accommodations and hotels, where to eat and drink, shop and a list of things to do while staying in our little corner of paradise named, Anna Maria Island. Click Here for the best deals on Anna Maria area hotels!

Anna Maria Island Events

Pittsburg Pirates Spring Training
1611 9th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205
The Pirates 2012 Spring Training schedule consists of 15 home games and will also feature an intrasquad "Black and Gold" game on Friday, March 2.
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Baltimore Orioles Spring Training
Ed Smith Stadium
2700 12th Street, Sarasota, FL 34237 (941) 893-6300
Single game tickets for all 15 of the Orioles Spring Training games at Ed Smith Stadium go on sale Saturday, January 28 at 10 a.m. ET. These may be purchased online, or at the Box Office or by calling (800) 745-3000. Season, group tickets, suites and other specialty areas are available now by calling (941) 893-6300. Website

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Anna Maria Island News

Anna Maria Island: Low-key pleasures rule on this slice of Old Florida
Prepare yourself for a shock: People really are this friendly on Anna Maria Island, a 7.5-mile stretch of sand, surf, and old-fashioned charm.
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Landmark Island ‘anvil’ to close May 1
The Sterling Anvil jewelry store at 5508 Marina Drive in Holmes Beach is probably the Island’s oldest jewelry store, having opened its doors in 1971. It’s also quite likely that during the past 40 years, owners Mary Norman and Roxanne Reid have met just about everyone who lives in Holmes Beach.
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Crosswalk fatality prompts advice: Pay attention
What seem like safety rules almost too obvious to mention are necessary reminders for a commonplace problem on Anna Maria Island where only last month a Sarasota woman was struck and killed by an SUV while attempting to cross Gulf Drive at a marked crosswalk.
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Vacation rentals in Venice, Anna maria Island and Siesta Key going fast
High demand has left little inventory in the peak February and March months on Siesta Key and Anna Maria Island, which had a strong season last year compared to the rest of the region. And so far, this season looks like it will top it, rental agents said.
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