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Anna Maria Island & Surrounding Areas

Recent Anna Maria Island Posts & Information

Best Breakfasts near Anna Maria Island

You’ve booked your dream beach vacation rental or maybe you’ve finally settled into your home in paradise. Now to find your go-to restaurants! There’s something on this list for everyone so check it out to see where the next breakfast/brunch on AMI you should

Downtown Bradenton

Visit Downtown Bradenton

Whether you’re coming in from a Tampa or St Pete flight, traveling back in from spending the day in Sarasota, or just wanting to venture off the 7-miles of Anna Maria Island for the day… Downtown Bradenton has something to offer everyone in the family! From a

Spring Break

Planning Spring Break on Anna Maria Island

February 28, 2023

Spring Break: The time to turn off the early alarms, put away the textbooks, and get a good dose of Vitamin D. Spring Break on Anna Maria Island is almost here so we have a few tips and tricks to plan your family’s best beach vacation yet!

Cities

Anna Maria Island’s 3 Cities: What’s the Difference?

February 21, 2023

While planning your vacation to Anna Maria Island you may have noticed that on this quaint 7-mile island there are three distinct cities. A lot of people seek guidance on which one to book in, so we’re here to help share the

restaurant

Best Dinner-Date Spots for this Valentine’s Day near AMI

February 6, 2023

Here are some of our favorite Anna Maria Island restaurants that accept reservations or offer shorter call-ahead waits, just in time for Valentine’s Day this month!

Rainy

Anna Maria Island Rainy Day Activities

January 16, 2023

You’ve planned your perfect vacation in paradise on Anna Maria Island. You’ve got your itinerary filled with lounging on the beach, warm swims in the Gulf, bike rides, shoreline strolls, fishing, and sunset admiring. Everything is perfectly planned out. And then… weather hits.

Florida

Moving to the Florida Gulf Coast in 2023

December 29, 2022

Why wouldn’t you want to live near “The Friendly City” (Bradenton) in “The Sunshine State” (Florida)? We couldn’t dream up a better location to live than here in paradise. Buying a home in Florida in 2023 is not only an investment in your well-being, but for your future. Especially if you decide

Toys

It’s That Time of Year: TOYS FOR TOTS!

November 30, 2022

It’s our most favorite time of year – the holiday season! It’s the greatest time for beautiful weather in paradise, fun with loved ones, festive spirit, and giving back!

We’re excited to partner with Toys for Tots in providing a tangible sign

Gift

Anna Maria Island Holiday Gift Ideas

November 17, 2022

The holiday season is about much more than gift-giving. But, if you’re going to take part in getting gifts for your loved ones… Why not spend money to support local? Whether it’s through a small business or helping lift up Anna Maria Island or a fun activity to explore the area – It’s always a good

volunteer

Volunteer Opportunities in the Anna Maria Area

November 2, 2022

It’s always important to give back to your community and to the communities you love, but especially as we enter the Holiday season! Part of what makes Anna Maria Island such a wonderful paradise is the kindness and care of the people who live and frequent here. Not to mention just

Halloween

Family-Friendly Halloween Activities Near Anna Maria

October 19, 2022

Fall is upon us and although our tropical temperatures aren’t always the easiest giveaway to welcome the typically crisp season, Autumnal plans are fully underway here in the Anna Maria Island and Bradenton area. You can always do some DIY decorations

Hurricane

The Ultimate Hurricane Season Checklist

October 10, 2022

This hurricane season has certainly kept us on our toes to say the very least. While we are especially grateful for our safety and the strength of this area, it’s always important to take the time to prepare for the next potential storm. While we’re on the tail-end of hurricane season here in Florida,

Turtle Watch

4th Annual Turtle Watch Wednesday, September 28, 2022

September 15, 2022

Mark your calendars! It’s almost time for our favorite charity event of the year: Turtle Watch Wednesday. Our neighbors and partners at Hurricane Hank’s will be hosting this important event with us for the 4th year in a row — Hoping to increase impact, raise funds

Anna Maria Water Safety and Lifeguard Flag Meanings

September 1, 2022

One of the best parts about our beautiful Anna Maria Island beaches and serene shoreline on the Gulf of Mexico is our typically crystal-clear and calm waters. There are normally very few overwhelming waves or dangerous water conditions on a day-to-day

Relax Anna Maria Island

Relax on Anna Maria Island

August 17, 2022

It’s been a long day (week, month, year, etc) and you’re craving some time to chill out. Coming to the crystal clear waters and powdery-sand beaches of Anna Maria Island is the perfect vacation to kick back and unwind. But, sometimes you just need to take the relaxation to the next level.

School

Island Back-to-School Check-List

As the Summer days starts to wind down and many families are preparing for the beginning of a new school year, we know the lists and to-dos can be overwhelming. So, we’ve decided to break the categories down easily for you with some fun Anna Maria Island-specific tips and ideas for you. Here’s to

Pest Control

Call A Paradise Pest Control

Living in Florida, especially with the beautiful climate of the Anna Maria Island and Bradenton areas, we are so lucky to bask in all of the beauty of beachside living. With the near-constant warm temperatures, we are so lucky to soak up the sun here on the Gulf Coast. When Summer rainy season

Guy Harvey

Anna Maria Elementary Makes History with Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation

Our special “Little School by the Bay” just got a lot more special with an exciting announcement. Locally, you can see many people doing Guy Harvey designs on their clothes year-

Happy Hour

Our Kind Of Happy Hour: Giving Back

What makes Anna Maria Island truly paradise isn’t the soft white sand, crystal-clear water, or year-round tropical climate… it’s the wonderfully kind people in this community. While the beaches are definitely our “love at first sight” feature, once you get to

Summer

Anna Maria Island Summer Bucket List Ideas

Sweet Summertime is here and our team at A Paradise wants to help you have the best summer ever. Of course, we can set you up in your dream beach vacation rental or help you relocate here to paradise anytime.

Sea Turtle

What to Do: Sea Turtle Season on Anna Maria Island

It’s that time of year again! The magical nesting season experience for sea turtles stopping by our Anna Maria Island beaches. That, of course, means it’s our time to remind you of the vital parts we play in this and what you can

Land

Best Way to Invest in Buying Land in Florida

Want to make the move and put some roots down in Florida? We’ll cut right to the chase here: The housing market is pretty wild right now, and trying to find the right home for you in the right location can be daunting… Especially in the coveted Gulf Coast area. But, there

Village of the Arts

Visit Bradenton’s Village of the Arts

Whether you’re nursing a sunburn inside, want to avoid some beach traffic, or just want to experience a different part of the Anna Maria Island area— there’s always something to do on the Gulf Coast. Just a few miles inland from AMI is the city of Bradenton

Vacation

Book Your Florida Coastal Vacation Early!

With life making its way back to normalcy and people craving travel and relaxation more than ever, Florida is becoming an even more popular vacation destination. That’s why it’s important to book your vacation rentals early, bid on that beachside

Nightlife

Nightlife on Anna Maria Island

While our quaint 7-mile paradise on the Gulf Coast, Anna Maria Island, is known for its quiet simplicity and relaxing vibes… We also know how to cut a rug and have a good time! There are so many fantastic options to sip a drink, do some dancing, befriend some

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Holmes Beach Office

On Anna Maria Island
5201 Gulf Drive
Holmes Beach, Florida 34217
941-778-4800
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Ellenton Office

Located in Ellenton Plaza
945 25th Drive East
Ellenton, Florida 34222
941-729-2381

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