Oh, Anna Maria Island, additionally known as AMI, how I really like you. Shawn and I visited AMI for our first time in 2021 after pals of ours had instructed us we needed to go. Properly, it seems that they have been proper – we’d adore it, a lot actually that we determined to plant some roots there and purchase a house that we’ve been lucky sufficient to spend each winter in since. For sure, I’ve spent my justifiable share [yet not enough] time in Anna Maria to *virtually* take into account myself a neighborhood professional relating to the whole lot it is advisable to know concerning the island.
It’s really such a gem, pure paradise, and a spot of peace. The island is simply 7 miles lengthy and 1 mile large, with essentially the most lovely, crystal clear water surrounding it. A number of of my favourite issues concerning the island:
- It’s not commercialized. The truth is, there can’t be excessive rises on the island, so it primarily consists of all properties [lots of beautiful ones at that, which makes riding around the island a fun activity in itself].
- Chains aren’t allowed on the island, that means the whole lot there’s a regionally owned small enterprise.
- It has an “previous Florida” appeal – it’s not too fancy [not fancy at all, really] and you may be tremendous informal all day lengthy. It’s wonderful how little I put on make-up nor gown up once I’m on the island – similar to paradise is meant to be for my part!
- Whereas it’s a small island, it isn’t missing in something. You’ll see simply from the eating choices beneath that it has lots to get pleasure from! You can also make your journeys right here as busy or as quiet as you need them to be!
- The placement – situated on the Gulf of Mexico, the seashores are a number of the finest, whereas being only a 30-60 minute drive from some superior off-island places! Extra on these beneath!
- The convenience of getting across the island. I really like that when we’re “residence”, we’re hardly ever in a automotive. It’s a golf cart-friendly group and that’s actually our solely mode of transportation whereas we’re there. Actually, the perfect!
There may be a lot extra I really like concerning the island, most of which you’ll see beneath! I’d love to listen to extra of your “must-do’s” when touring to AMI – remember to be a part of our LIY Travels group and be a part of within the a whole lot of discussions on this matter there!
Let’s bounce in — first issues first, how you can get to Anna Maria Island!
There are 3 airports all inside an hour or so distance from the island — listed below are my most well-liked methods of touring to/from:
Sarasota Airport [SRQ]: Situated simply half-hour away! We at all times fly direct through Allegiant Air! Southwest Airways is one other nice choice to/from this airport!
Tampa/St Petersburg [PIE]: One other small airport that could be a little lower than an hour from AMI! Allegiant additionally flies direct to/from this airport for a cheap approach to get there!
Tampa Worldwide [TPA]: Just one hour away from Anna Maria, this main airport is one other nice choice to make sure journey to + from!
As soon as on the airport of your selection, you might have a number of choices on how you can get to the island — Hire a automotive, Uber, or use a trusted driver for airport choose up and drop off [we love to use TommyCar]!
Earlier than I bounce into the place to remain, let’s speak concerning the 3 cities of the island:
Cities of Anna Maria Island:
Anna Maria: Situated on the north tip of the island! This space appears like the latest, most “trendy” a part of the island! Nice seaside, enjoyable eating places, and nice procuring on Pine Ave!
Holmes Seaside: Centrally situated on the island, we spend the vast majority of our time right here together with Anna Maria! There are nice seashores, eating places, and outlets in Holmes Seaside!
Bradenton Seaside: The southern a part of AMI, this space is essentially the most touristy to me. We’ve by no means stayed in Bradenton because it feels a little bit older to me, nevertheless, it does have Bridge St which is filled with outlets and eating places!
Take note, that whereas there are 3 cities on the island, the island is small so that you’re by no means too removed from any space irrespective of the place you keep!
Home Leases:
Earlier than shopping for a house, we rented totally different properties on the island a number of instances to remain for every week. We love this feature as you might have your individual kitchen to cook dinner in, a non-public pool to lounge in, and many others! You should use AirBNB, VRBO, or a number of we’ve used: Anna Maria Holidays and AMI Locals!
The place We Have Personally Stayed:
Blissful Paradise: Situated between Anna Maria and Holmes Seaside, it is a lovely, trendy and new residence! We liked the whole lot about it – from the pool and sizzling tub to beautiful decor and quick golf cart experience to the seaside!
The Blue Crab: This was the primary residence we stayed in when visiting AMI and completely liked it! It’s lovely, nice facilities, and good quiet location! We might stroll to the seaside which was very nice!
Feelin’ Salty: This can be a smaller residence that Shawn and I stayed in when it was simply him + I staying. That is extra within the Northern a part of the island, Anna Maria. It’s an older residence that has been renovated – not as heat and welcoming because the others above, however nonetheless good in the event you’re on the lookout for one thing smaller!
LIY Staff Options:
Life’s A Seaside Bungalow – Katy right here from Staff LIY! My husband and I stayed at this cute duplex with our then 14 month previous and it was excellent for us! That they had a pack n play and excessive chair within the unit in addition to an umbrella, wagon, and seaside chairs obtainable to be used as nicely! Tremendous simple and fast strolling distance to the seaside!
Inns/Resorts:
Erin’s Options:
Bali Hai Seaside Resort: We now have stayed right here together with some pals and we’ve all had an amazing expertise! Situated proper on the seaside, they do have up to date rooms [facing the pool] which might be good and huge! Bonus: They do have a small spa that you would be able to get massages or different remedies achieved right here! They do have a little bit lounge that you would be able to order cocktails, breakfast, lunch, and many others from!
Anna Maria Seaside Resort: We now have additionally stayed right here and once more, liked it! The rooms are up to date and so heat and welcoming. We liked that we might stroll proper out from our terrace onto the seaside. Nice central location on the island in Holmes Seaside! I additionally appreciated that that they had a sizzling tub together with a pool!
Joie Inn: I’ve by no means stayed right here, however I can verify that it’s a charming, lovely little spot situated throughout from the seaside in Holmes Seaside!
Waterline Villas & Marina: A luxurious resort situated in Holmes Seaside, this sits on the water, has an amazing restaurant, pool, and is the house of many alternative excursions that you are able to do!
Mello on The Seaside: Whereas we’ve by no means stayed right here, I’ve been eyeing this new resort because it’s been renovated! It seems like a enjoyable vibe and sits proper on the water which is sweet! Centrally situated in Holmes Seaside!
Compass Resort by Margaritaville: We now have stayed right here loads of instances – it’s proper throughout the bridge off Anna Maria Island however only some minutes away from getting onto AMI! It’s a enjoyable spot that sits on a marina and has a enjoyable restaurant, pool, and free breakfast each morning!
Staff Options:
4 Winds Seaside Resort [off the island in Longboat Key] – It’s not the fanciest place, however it’s clear, an amazing worth, and proper on the seaside!
Getting round AMI is simple [and fun]! Being that it’s only 7 miles lengthy, you’ll be able to simply get throughout the island it doesn’t matter what your most well-liked mode of transportation is! Listed here are my solutions:
Golf Cart: My favourite approach to experience across the island! We now have used Enjoyable & Extra to lease from [they drop off and pick up wherever you are staying], nevertheless, there are quite a lot of nice choices on the island to lease from!
Hire a Moke: These are so enjoyable to have when on the island! Seaside Bums is a superb place to lease these from!
Automotive Rental: In case you’d like a automotive [I would advise if you plan on traveling off the island for any activities], you’ll be able to both lease from the airport or use Turo!
Bicycles: One other favourite means to absorb the island: bicycles! Some home leases and resorts will provide bicycles without spending a dime! If not, we’ve additionally used Enjoyable & Extra for bike leases! I really like pedaling down all the streets of the island to have a look at all the homes!
The Monkey Bus: For under $5 per particular person, the Monkey Bus will choose you up wherever you might be and drop you off wherever you need to go on the island [they will even do some off-island drop-offs!] Assume social gathering bus: loud music, disco lights, however quite a lot of enjoyable! That is our most well-liked methodology of transportation with pals within the night! You simply dial ’em up and they’re at your service! Be aware: You do have a wait generally so I’d suggest calling a little bit bit earlier than your most well-liked departure time!
Island Trolley: The trolley runs from 6 am – 10:30 pm and covers the whole island! There are 35 trolley pickup spots on the island making it very simple to get on and off! It’s free and simple to make use of! A really good service the island provides!
Gulf Islands Ferry: This can be a new ferry service that can now take you to/from Anna Maria and town of Bradenton [note: Bradenton Beach is on the island, Bradenton is a separate off-island city]! It’s solely $4-$10 per experience and avoids having to take care of heavy site visitors on/off the island!
Coconut from AMI Coconuts
Whereas I personally don’t suppose there’s ever a foul time to go to the island, there are positively instances which might be much less crowded than others and barely extra optimum climate!
If you’ll be able to journey anytime, I’d select both after spring break and earlier than college is out for summer season break [middle of April through early June] OR anytime after Labor Day by Thanksgiving!
Spring Break [March/early April] appears to be the busiest time and the summer season months are going to be h-o-t! We’re sometimes there January by April and it’s pretty! Chances are you’ll expertise some cooler days in December, January, February, however you even have quite a lot of lovely days as nicely! October is understood to be the perfect month on the island – climate continues to be beautiful however a little bit cooler, it’s much less crowded, and many others!
Now, let’s get to the enjoyable stuff —
Breakfast:
Erin’s Favorites:
Ginny & Jane E’s Cafe [Anna Maria]: The primary place we take any visitors! That is such a enjoyable, eclectic spot and has the perfect breakfast meals – from creme brulee french toast, to scrumptious hashbrown casserole and it’s a must to get the well-known cinnamon rolls! One other favourite: pineapple mimosas!
Blueberries Cafe [Holmes Beach]: In order for you the perfect Acai Bowl on the island, go right here.
Donut Experiment [Anna Maria]: A enjoyable one for teenagers! You may have donuts made to your liking! Professional Tip: order on-line and pickup or you could end up ready in line for some time!
North Shore Cafe [Anna Maria]: It’s not a visit to AMI with no cease at North Shore Cafe! Additionally identified for his or her acai bowls, in addition they have nice espresso, smoothies, and toast! It’s such a enjoyable vibe that sits on a channel! Pull up an adirondack chair subsequent to the water and loosen up! Professional Tip: Strive one among their popsicles of their pop store! In addition they have the perfect merch! Sweatshirts, hats, tees — now we have it [and love ’em all!]
Breakfast at Victoria’s [Holmes Beach]: In case you like pancakes, this place is a should! Essentially the most dense pancakes on the planet!
Anna Maria Island Espresso Shack [Holmes Beach]: This can be a newer spot, however the place Shawn and I like to go get espresso and breakfast sandwiches for a fast chew!
A Few Different Options:
Minnie’s Cafe [Holmes Beach]
Madomoseille French Cafe [Anna Maria]
La Creperie [Holmes Beach]
Lunch:
Erin’s Favorites:
Poppo’s Taqueria [Anna Maria]: In case you like tacos, go right here stat! Assume Chipotle, solely higher for my part! Professional Tip: Don’t skip out on the chips + salsa, finest chips I’ve ever had!
Scott’s Deli [Holmes Beach]: For the perfect sandwiches on the island, this little deli in Holmes Seaside is a should! They’ve sandwiches, sizzling canine, and tacos! You received’t be upset! Professional Tip: You may order and they’ll ship to you on the seaside!
The Cheesecake Cutie & Cafe [Holmes Beach]: One other favourite! I really like their sandwiches [great chicken salad] and their mini cheesecakes, I dream about this stuff!
Graze Road AMI [Holmes Beach]: I go to this place means too typically. Chef pushed, they’ve weekly specials which might be scrumptious! I like to get their rooster salad field however have heard their sandwiches are additionally wonderful! Professional Tip: Purchase their the whole lot chocolate chip cookies, finest cookies I’ve ever had! That is additionally my go-to place for charcuterie!
The Sandbar [Anna Maria – Waterfront]: In case you’re wanting a spot to eat on the seaside, that is the spot! Pull up a chair within the sand and revel in! This can be a enjoyable place to stroll to from the seaside in the event you’re spending the day within the solar!
The Porch [Anna Maria]: Lunch or dinner, you’ll be able to’t go unsuitable! They’ve wonderful salads for a lightweight lunch! Pair it with sangria and also you’re set!
Skinny’s Place [Holmes Beach]: In case you’re on the lookout for an amazing burger + fries, go right here. It’s such a chill vibe and so tasty!
Whitney’s [Longboat Key]: In case you’re venturing off island, Whitney’s is such a cool spot and ambiance! Nice meals in a enjoyable setting!
A Different Options:
Grub Tropical BBQ [Anna Maria]
Pizzano’s Pizza [Holmes Beach]: For a slice of pizza!
The Previous Salty Canine [Sarasota]
Dinner:
Erin’s Favorites:
Anna Maria Metropolis:
The Porch: Talked about above for lunch, that is an superior spot for dinner as nicely! Whereas it’s not on the water, you’ll be able to dine exterior of their lovely porch and the meals is implausible. Shawn and I’ve had a few of our greatest dinners on the island right here! **Reservations are taken right here!
The Waterfront: One other native favourite for high quality meals, this sits throughout from the bay, so that you do have an amazing view of the water whereas with the ability to eat scrumptious meals! Their truffle mac and cheese is the perfect!
The Sandbar: Talked about above below lunch, an amazing beachfront eating choice!
Rod & Reel Pier: One among [if not, the] oldest restaurant on the island. I really like ready to eat right here as you sometimes see dolphins or manatees swim by. In case you love seafood, you ought to be blissful right here!
Ocean Star Japanese and Sushi: That is most likely the place we ate essentially the most final winter [I blame pregnancy]. Situated on a marina, it’s an amazing little view and has scrumptious sushi and hibachi! **Reservations are taken right here!
Pizza Social: In case you’re on the lookout for pizza takeout, it is a fashionable spot to order from! Professional Tip: The Feast in Holmes Seaside has higher pizza for my part, however that is nonetheless tasty!
Holmes Seaside Eating places:
The Feast: A hidden gem on the island. It’s tucked away in a strip mall and whereas it doesn’t appear to be a lot from the skin, the meals is pleasant. They’re additionally identified for his or her pizza so do not forget that for an amazing pizza takeout choice! Professional Tip: Don’t sleep on their rooster strips with selfmade ranch. It received me by being pregnant 😉
The Chateau Anna Maria: Situated inside The Waterline resort, it is a fancy little place to eat with actually nice meals! **Reservations are taken right here!
Hurricane Hanks: One other “don’t decide a e book by its cowl” sort of place. This can be a native’s favourite and it has nice meals! We like to eat right here!
Seaside Bistro [waterfront]: The best eating expertise on the island. You may eat instantly on the seaside and it’s a 5 course menu. We ate right here as soon as and the meals was the whole lot I hoped it could be and extra. The invoice was as nicely 😉 In case you’re celebrating one thing particular, take into account giving this a attempt however don’t say I didn’t warn you on the value – you’ll spend a number of a whole lot of {dollars}. **Reservations are taken right here!
The Ugly Grouper: That is my niece’s and nephew’s favourite spot because it has quite a lot of enjoyable video games for them to play whilst you wait! They’ve dwell music every day and whereas the meals is common for my part, they’re identified for his or her grouper tacos!
Isola Bella Italian Eatery: In case you like Italian, I belief that you simply’ll like consuming right here! **Reservations are taken right here!
Topsail Steamer [Take & Make Seafood Boils]: Such a enjoyable choice for staying in however having an expertise! They provide the large pot together with the meals of your selection and you may have your individual seafood boil at residence!
Vinny’s Italian Kitchen: We love this feature for his or her take and bake choices! Their lasagna is so good [along with their garlic bread]! It’s an effective way to feed lots of people for not a ton of cash!
Bradenton Seaside Eating places:
Blue Marlin: Whereas that is an costly choice [probably one of the most expensive on the island], it’s scrumptious! Situated on Bridge St, it additionally has a enjoyable little out of doors bar space that you would be able to get a drink at and hearken to dwell music! **Reservations are taken right here!
Seaside Home Waterfront: Situated in Bradenton Seaside, this place has an superior ambiance proper on the seaside. Generally the meals is hit and miss, however we do wish to take pals for the vibe!
Bridge St Bistro: Situated on prime of Island Time, it’s an amazing spot to observe the sundown whilst you dine! The meals is nice as nicely! **Reservations are taken right here!
SALT Bar & Desk: This can be a newer restaurant, and whereas it’s on the pricier aspect, we’ve actually loved our meals right here! Enjoyable, trendy setting and out of doors seating obtainable! **Reservations are taken right here!
Longboat Key Eating places [Located just 10 Minutes Off-Island]
Mar Vista: One among our very favourite eating places to eat at – we frequent this spot anytime now we have visitors on the town! I really like sitting below the button timber [it’s so dreamy] and the meals is implausible! Professional Tip: In case you have a wait, stroll subsequent door to Shore for a cocktail! It’s such a cool vibe and has a enjoyable store to spend a while in! One other tip: Order the tator tots appetizer at Mar Vista!
Shore: I really like the vibe of this restuarant a lot. You’re feeling such as you’re in Miami or someplace like this. Situated instantly on the water, it has a contemporary really feel and a extremely nice store! Enjoyable spot! **Reservations are taken right here!
Dry Dock: A neighborhood’s favourite – that is additionally proper on the water and has fantastic meals! **Reservations are taken right here!
Harry’s Continental Kitchen: One other great place on Longboat, it’s expensive, however the meal we had there was actually scrumptious! **Reservations are taken right here!
Drift Kitchen & Bar [Lido Key]
Cortez Choices [Located Just 5 Minutes Off-Island]
Tide Tables: This turned a favourite within the final yr! It’s tremendous informal however an amazing place to eat proper on the water [we’ve seen dolphins there every time] and the meals has been nice! In case you’re not a seafood fan, I really like their ribs!
Star Fish Firm – We [Katy here] liked buying contemporary fish to grill at our rental [cash only]! The costs have been nice and the recommendations on how you can cook dinner the fish have been prime notch. In addition they have a dockside restaurant in the event you choose to go that route!
Bars and Cocktails:
Erin’s Favorites:
The Physician’s Workplace [Holmes Beach]: The cutest place to get a cocktail on the island for my part. I really like their backyard space the place you’ll be able to dine [they even provide blankets at every chair when it’s cooler]! They serve a complimentary dose of “medication” [aka that day’s shot] in a tea cup while you get sat and so they have some actually enjoyable and scrumptious drinks! I’ve additionally heard it’s an amazing place to eat, however I haven’t tried it but! **Reservations are taken right here!
Bamboo Island Bar [Bradenton Beach]: One other private favourite, we at all times go right here with pals after we put our identify in on the Seaside Home restaurant [within walking distance]! Situated on Bridge St upstairs, we love to sit down on the bar and chat it up with their bartender who’s so enjoyable! They make some scrumptious [and strong] drinks! Professional Tip: Order the fondue as an app!
Island Time [Bradenton Beach]: A late evening fave – in the event you’re within the temper to hearken to a band, dance a little bit, and have some drinks below 1,000,000 twinkly lights, that is your house!
Metropolis Pier Grill [Anna Maria]: We like to stroll out on the tip of the Metropolis Pier to have a drink right here [especially when we put our name in at Waterfront for dinner]! They typically have dwell music and you may even see individuals dancing which is enjoyable! One other great place to observe dolphins whereas having a glass of wine or beer!
Different Options:
The Kokonut Hut [Bradenton Beach]
Daiquri Deck [Bradenton Beach]
Freckled Fin Irish Pub [Holmes Beach]
Ice Cream on Anna Maria Island:
Erin’s Favorites:
Dips Ice Cream [Anna Maria]: I really like visiting this charming little ice cream store! The ambiance exterior is actually cute with the lights at evening and inside you’ll find your entire favourite classic sweet! Bonus: Their ice cream is actually good too!
Frosty Oasis [Holmes Beach]: That is our latest favourite ice cream place. Their ice cream in our opinion is the perfect on the island [and believe us, we’ve tried a lot]. Professional Tip: In case you like peanut butter, order the triple peanut butter!
Small City Creamery [Holmes Beach]: This was our favourite earlier than Frosty Oasis got here into play, however continues to be a extremely nice choice! They’ve a TON of flavors and we’ve appreciated ’em all! Toasted Coconut is a favourite right here!
Two Scoops [Anna Maria]: This can be a great spot to get some ice cream after which stroll throughout the road to town pier!
Anna Maria Island Creamery [Anna Maria]: In case you choose gelato, cease right here!
Erin’s Favorites:
Go To The Seaside: You may’t beat the seashores in Anna Maria! Professional Tip: For the perfect seaside day, rent Seaside Suites to set-up a spot for you! We’ve achieved this a number of instances with pals and it’s superior. They set the whole lot up [complete with chairs, umbrellas, blankets, games, cooler, speaker, water, etc] and tear it down for you on the finish of the day! All it’s a must to do is present up!
Bean Level: Situated on the Northern tip of the island, it’s the place the gulf and the bay come collectively. I like to stroll the seaside at this space or watch the sundown right here!
Guided Dolphin Tour: We did this with our household and had the perfect time! We have been in a position to see so many dolphins together with manatees! We discovered so much and liked simply being out on the water! We booked with AMI Dolphin Excursions and so they have been nice!
Play Pickleball: There are nice courts situated in Holmes Seaside behind the fireplace division! Be aware: There may be additionally a playground subsequent door together with a canine park ought to you might have kids or pets 🙂
Get a Therapeutic massage: I’ve solely gotten a therapeutic massage at Bali Hai and it was nice!
Stroll Metropolis Pier: This can be a great place to identify marine life: dolphins, manatees, fish, and many others!
Jet Ski Leases:
Sundown Boat Cruise: We did this as soon as with pals and would completely do it once more! It’s an effective way to catch the sundown on the water whereas having fun with some champagne and charcuterie on a extremely cute pontoon boat! We used Captain Sky Cruises!
See a Present at Island Gamers Theater: If there’s a present taking part in whilst you’re there and you like theater, it’s one thing enjoyable and totally different to do!
Have a Seaside Picnic: We did this as soon as and it was so cute! In case you’re celebrating one thing particular, take into account doing this for a enjoyable approach to watch the sundown! We used Posh Picnic and it was nice!
Household or Maternity Photoshoot: In case you’re on the lookout for a neighborhood photographer to shoot with, I’ve labored with Everence Pictures and completely love Jessica!
Miniature Golf: There’s a small mini golf course on Bridge St [Fish Hole] do you have to wish to get a spherical in with the household!
Erin’s Favorites:
Anna Maria:
The Shiny Fish Emporium: That is such a enjoyable and particular retailer! Ages of all will adore it! Professional Tip: Paint a sand greenback right here! It’s a enjoyable exercise to do with children!
Pink & Navy: Girls’s + males’s attire – a classy retailer filled with cute gadgets!
Pineapple Market: This has a number of totally different distributors inside [think flea market almost] however I at all times stroll away with one thing enjoyable!
Island Cabana: They carry some private favourite manufacturers [ie: Liverpool] and now have the cutest children garments!
AMI Outfitters: A terrific spot to buy your man! Nice high quality manufacturers!
Nomad: A bit of on the costly aspect, however enjoyable to go searching!
Holmes Seaside:
Unique Sand Dollar: My favourite retailer on the island, you’ll find a little bit little bit of the whole lot right here! Decor, style, equipment, and many others!
Solar & Surf Seaside Store: Assume your conventional surf store however higher.
Classic Seaside: My mother’s favourite retailer on the island! They carry so many nice impartial and simple to put on items! Z Provide and different nice manufacturers are carried right here!
Bradenton Seaside:
Bridge St: Take a stroll on Bridge St for plenty of enjoyable little outlets to pop into!
Fox Mercantile [Cortez]: Simply 5 minutes off the island, it’s positively value a go to! It’s such a cute spot and so they have some enjoyable residence decor, equipment, and an amazing little espresso store inside!
The place to Get Groceries on Anna Maria Island:
Publix: Gosh, I really like Publix. Their BOGO offers are the perfect! Professional Tip: Their BOGO’s change each Thursday!
Farmer’s Market: Each Tuesday at Metropolis Pier Park on Pine Ave!
Olive Oil Outpost: A terrific spot to purchase contemporary bread, artisanal cheeses, olives, and many others!
Professional Tip: You can too InstaCart a number of totally different choices off-island: Aldi, Walmart, And so forth!
Erin’s Favorites:
College City Heart [Sarasota]: The mall of all malls. Situated round 45 minutes from AMI, we like to go right here for a day or night. The indoor mall has all the finest shops after which there are quite a lot of outlets and superior eating places exterior as nicely! It’s a very nice place to stroll round and simply take all of it in!
PopStroke [University Town Center, Sarasota]: Assume TopGolf, however in miniature golf type. That is Tiger Wooden’s miniature golf course and it’s so enjoyable! Have drinks + meals whilst you play!
Ranch Nights [Lakewood Ranch]: Each Wednesday night throughout October by Could. We like to go for dwell music, tons of meals vehicles, watch the Corn Gap match, and eat at a few of their nice eating places right here!
St Armand’s Circle: A terrific place to buy and eat! It’s enjoyable to stroll round and spend a day! Situated round 30-40 minutes from AMI.
Ringling Museum [Sarasota]: That is value visiting merely for the grounds! It’s beautiful! Additionally it is attention-grabbing to tour the Ringling Museum to study concerning the historical past of the Ringling Circus!
Mote Aquarium [Sarasota]: In case you have kids and wish a enjoyable exercise to do indoors, it is a nice choice! Professional Tip: As soon as achieved, stroll throughout the road and eat lunch or dinner at The Previous Salty Canine!
Busch Gardens [Tampa Bay]: Once more, in case you have kids and are on the lookout for one thing totally different to do, go to Busch Gardens [approx 1 hour away] for a day at an amusement park!
Prime Golf [St Pete & Tampa]: Two places inside an hour or so!
Siesta Key Village: A terrific place to go to for enjoyable locations to eat and store!
Staff Options:
Treeumph! Journey Course [Bradenton]:
Founder and creator of LIY, Erin turned her dream of a pastime weblog right into a full-time profession which she now runs alongside the LIY crew! When not in entrance of her pc display [with a La Croix or wine in hand] or in entrance of a mirror taking mirror selfies, you’ll find Erin spending time on the water, cuddled up along with her two pups and husband most certainly watching the most recent Shark Tank episode, or getting misplaced in a simple seaside learn.
