Oh, Anna Maria Island, additionally known as AMI, how I like you. Shawn and I visited AMI for our first time in 2021 after buddies of ours had informed us we needed to go. Nicely, 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. Evidently, I’ve spent my justifiable share [yet not enough] time in Anna Maria to *nearly* think about myself a neighborhood professional in terms of every part that you must know in regards to 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 broad, with essentially the most lovely, crystal clear water surrounding it. A number of of my favourite issues in regards to 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 every part there’s a domestically owned small enterprise.
- It has an “previous Florida” attraction – it’s not too fancy [not fancy at all, really] and you may be tremendous informal all day lengthy. It’s superb how little I put on make-up nor gown up after I’m on the island – identical 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 a lot to get pleasure from! You may 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 among the greatest, whereas being only a 30-60 minute drive from some superior off-island places! Extra on these beneath!
- The benefit of getting across the island. I like that after we’re “dwelling”, we’re hardly ever in a automotive. It’s a golf cart-friendly neighborhood and that’s actually our solely mode of transportation whereas we’re there. Really, the very best!
There’s a lot extra I like in regards to 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 – you’ll want to be a part of our LIY Travels group and be a part of within the lots of of discussions on this matter there!
Let’s leap in — first issues first, find out how to get to Anna Maria Island!
There are 3 airports all inside an hour or so distance from the island — listed below are my most popular methods of touring to/from:
Sarasota Airport [SRQ]: Situated simply half-hour away! We all the time 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 method to get there!
Tampa Worldwide [TPA]: Just one hour away from Anna Maria, this main airport is one other nice possibility to make sure journey to + from!
As soon as on the airport of your alternative, you have got a couple of choices on find out how to get to the island — Hire a automotive, Uber, or use a trusted driver for airport decide up and drop off [we love to use TommyCar]!
Earlier than I leap into the place to remain, let’s speak in regards to the 3 cities of the island:
Cities of Anna Maria Island:
Anna Maria: Situated on the north tip of the island! This space seems like the most recent, most “fashionable” a part of the island! Nice seaside, enjoyable eating places, and nice purchasing 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 bit of older to me, nonetheless, it does have Bridge St which is stuffed with outlets and eating places!
Have in mind, 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 completely different properties on the island a number of instances to remain for every week. We love this feature as you have got your individual kitchen to prepare dinner in, a personal pool to lounge in, and so forth! You should use AirBNB, VRBO, or a couple 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, fashionable and new dwelling! We beloved every part about it – from the pool and scorching tub to attractive decor and brief golf cart experience to the seaside!
The Blue Crab: This was the primary dwelling we stayed in when visiting AMI and completely beloved it! It’s lovely, nice facilities, and good quiet location! We may stroll to the seaside which was very nice!
Feelin’ Salty: This can be a smaller dwelling 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 dwelling 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 Ideas:
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! They’d a pack n play and excessive chair within the unit in addition to an umbrella, wagon, and seaside chairs accessible to be used as nicely! Tremendous simple and fast strolling distance to the seaside!
Resorts/Resorts:
Erin’s Ideas:
Bali Hai Seaside Resort: We’ve got stayed right here together with some buddies and we’ve all had an incredible expertise! Situated proper on the seaside, they do have up to date rooms [facing the pool] which can be good and huge! Bonus: They do have a small spa which you can get massages or different therapies executed right here! They do have a bit of lounge which you can order cocktails, breakfast, lunch, and so forth from!
Anna Maria Seaside Resort: We’ve got additionally stayed right here and once more, beloved it! The rooms are up to date and so heat and welcoming. We beloved that we may 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 scorching tub together with a pool!
Joie Inn: I’ve by no means stayed right here, however I can verify that it’s a charming, cute little spot situated throughout from the seaside in Holmes Seaside!
Waterline Villas & Marina: A luxurious lodge situated in Holmes Seaside, this sits on the water, has an incredible 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 appears like a enjoyable vibe and sits proper on the water which is good! Centrally situated in Holmes Seaside!
Compass Lodge by Margaritaville: We’ve got stayed right here loads of instances – it’s proper throughout the bridge off Anna Maria Island however just a few 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 Ideas:
4 Winds Seaside Resort [off the island in Longboat Key] – It’s not the fanciest place, nevertheless it’s clear, an incredible value, 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 popular mode of transportation is! Listed here are my strategies:
Golf Cart: My favourite method to experience across the island! We’ve got used Enjoyable & Extra to lease from [they drop off and pick up wherever you are staying], nonetheless, there are a whole 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 the event 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 manner to soak up the island: bicycles! Some home leases and resorts will supply bicycles without cost! If not, we’ve additionally used Enjoyable & Extra for bike leases! I like pedaling down all the streets of the island to take a look at all the homes!
The Monkey Bus: For under $5 per particular person, the Monkey Bus will decide you up wherever you might be and drop you off wherever you wish to go on the island [they will even do some off-island drop-offs!] Assume celebration bus: loud music, disco lights, however a whole lot of enjoyable! That is our most popular methodology of transportation with buddies within the night! You simply dial ’em up and they’re at your service! Notice: You do have a wait generally so I’d suggest calling a bit of bit earlier than your most popular departure time!
Island Trolley: The trolley runs from 6 am – 10:30 pm and covers the complete 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 the 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 cope with 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 can 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 way of 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 usually there January by way of April and it’s beautiful! Chances are you’ll expertise some cooler days in December, January, February, however you even have a whole lot of lovely days as nicely! October is thought to be the very best month on the island – climate continues to be attractive however a bit of cooler, it’s much less crowded, and so forth!
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 friends! That is such a enjoyable, eclectic spot and has the very best breakfast meals – from creme brulee french toast, to scrumptious hashbrown casserole and you must get the well-known cinnamon rolls! One other favourite: pineapple mimosas!
Blueberries Cafe [Holmes Beach]: If you need the very best Acai Bowl on the island, go right here.
Donut Experiment [Anna Maria]: A enjoyable one for youths! You’ll be able to have donuts made to your liking! Professional Tip: order on-line and pickup or it’s possible you’ll end up ready in line for some time!
North Shore Cafe [Anna Maria]: It’s not a visit to AMI with out a cease at North Shore Cafe! Additionally recognized for his or her acai bowls, additionally 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 chill out! Professional Tip: Attempt one in all their popsicles of their pop store! In addition they have the very best merch! Sweatshirts, hats, tees — we now have it [and love ’em all!]
Breakfast at Victoria’s [Holmes Beach]: In the event you like pancakes, this place is a should! Probably 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 chunk!
A Few Different Ideas:
Minnie’s Cafe [Holmes Beach]
Madomoseille French Cafe [Anna Maria]
La Creperie [Holmes Beach]
Lunch:
Erin’s Favorites:
Poppo’s Taqueria [Anna Maria]: In the event you like tacos, go right here stat! Assume Chipotle, solely higher for my part! Professional Tip: Don’t skip out on the chips + salsa, greatest chips I’ve ever had!
Scott’s Deli [Holmes Beach]: For the very best sandwiches on the island, this little deli in Holmes Seaside is a should! They’ve sandwiches, scorching canines, and tacos! You gained’t be dissatisfied! Professional Tip: You’ll be able to order and they’re going to ship to you on the seaside!
The Cheesecake Cutie & Cafe [Holmes Beach]: One other favourite! I like their sandwiches [great chicken salad] and their mini cheesecakes, I dream about this stuff!
Graze Avenue AMI [Holmes Beach]: I go to this place manner too usually. Chef pushed, they’ve weekly specials which can be scrumptious! I like to get their rooster salad field however have heard their sandwiches are additionally superb! Professional Tip: Purchase their every part chocolate chip cookies, greatest cookies I’ve ever had! That is additionally my go-to place for charcuterie!
The Sandbar [Anna Maria – Waterfront]: In the event you’re wanting a spot to eat on the seaside, that is the spot! Pull up a chair within the sand and luxuriate 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 mistaken! They’ve superb salads for a lightweight lunch! Pair it with sangria and also you’re set!
Skinny’s Place [Holmes Beach]: In the event you’re on the lookout for an incredible burger + fries, go right here. It’s such a chill vibe and so tasty!
Whitney’s [Longboat Key]: In the event you’re venturing off island, Whitney’s is such a cool spot and ambiance! Nice meals in a enjoyable setting!
A Different Ideas:
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 outdoors of their cute porch and the meals is incredible. 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 incredible view of the water whereas with the ability to eat scrumptious meals! Their truffle mac and cheese is the very best!
The Sandbar: Talked about above below lunch, an incredible beachfront eating possibility!
Rod & Reel Pier: Considered one of [if not, the] oldest restaurant on the island. I like ready to eat right here as you usually see dolphins or manatees swim by. In the event you love seafood, try to be completely satisfied 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 incredible little view and has scrumptious sushi and hibachi! **Reservations are taken right here!
Pizza Social: In the event you’re on the lookout for pizza takeout, it is a standard 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 surface, the meals is pleasant. They’re additionally recognized for his or her pizza so keep in mind that for an incredible pizza takeout possibility! Professional Tip: Don’t sleep on their rooster strips with selfmade ranch. It obtained me by way of being pregnant 😉
The Chateau Anna Maria: Situated inside The Waterline lodge, 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 guide by its cowl” kind 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’ll be able to eat straight on the seaside and it’s a 5 course menu. We ate right here as soon as and the meals was every part I hoped it might be and extra. The invoice was as nicely 😉 In the event you’re celebrating one thing particular, think about giving this a strive however don’t say I didn’t warn you on the worth – you’ll spend a number of lots of of {dollars}. **Reservations are taken right here!
The Ugly Grouper: That is my niece’s and nephew’s favourite spot because it has a whole lot of enjoyable video games for them to play whilst you wait! They’ve reside music day by day and whereas the meals is common for my part, they’re recognized for his or her grouper tacos!
Isola Bella Italian Eatery: In the event 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 possibility for staying in however having an expertise! They provide the large pot together with the meals of your alternative and you may have your individual seafood boil at dwelling!
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 possibility [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 which you can get a drink at and take heed to reside music! **Reservations are taken right here!
Seaside Home Waterfront: Situated in Bradenton Seaside, this place has an superior ambiance proper on the seaside. Typically the meals is hit and miss, however we do prefer to take buddies for the vibe!
Bridge St Bistro: Situated on prime of Island Time, it’s an incredible 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 facet, we’ve actually loved our meals right here! Enjoyable, fashionable surroundings and out of doors seating accessible! **Reservations are taken right here!
Longboat Key Eating places [Located just 10 Minutes Off-Island]
Mar Vista: Considered one of our very favourite eating places to eat at – we frequent this spot anytime we now have friends on the town! I like sitting below the button bushes [it’s so dreamy] and the meals is incredible! Professional Tip: When 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 like the vibe of this restuarant a lot. You’re feeling such as you’re in Miami or someplace like this. Situated straight on the water, it has a contemporary really feel and a very nice store! Enjoyable spot! **Reservations are taken right here!
Dry Dock: A neighborhood’s favourite – that is additionally proper on the water and has great meals! **Reservations are taken right here!
Harry’s Continental Kitchen: One other great place on Longboat, it’s dear, 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 12 months! It’s tremendous informal however an incredible place to eat proper on the water [we’ve seen dolphins there every time] and the meals has been nice! In the event you’re not a seafood fan, I like their ribs!
Star Fish Firm – We [Katy here] beloved buying contemporary fish to grill at our rental [cash only]! The costs have been nice and the tips about find out how to prepare 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 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 “drugs” [aka that day’s shot] in a tea cup while you get sat they usually have some actually enjoyable and scrumptious drinks! I’ve additionally heard it’s an incredible 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 all the time go right here with buddies after we put our identify in on the Seaside Home restaurant [within walking distance]! Situated on Bridge St upstairs, we love to take a seat 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 night time fave – in the event you’re within the temper to take heed to a band, dance a bit of, 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 top of the Metropolis Pier to have a drink right here [especially when we put our name in at Waterfront for dinner]! They usually have reside music and you might even see individuals dancing which is enjoyable! One other great place to observe dolphins whereas having a glass of wine or beer!
Different Ideas:
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 like visiting this charming little ice cream store! The ambiance outdoors is de facto cute with the lights at night time and inside you will discover your entire favourite classic sweet! Bonus: Their ice cream is de facto good too!
Frosty Oasis [Holmes Beach]: That is our latest favourite ice cream place. Their ice cream in our opinion is the very best on the island [and believe us, we’ve tried a lot]. Professional Tip: In the event 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 very nice possibility! They’ve a TON of flavors and we’ve favored ’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 the town pier!
Anna Maria Island Creamery [Anna Maria]: In the event you choose gelato, cease right here!
Erin’s Favorites:
Go To The Seaside: You’ll be able to’t beat the seashores in Anna Maria! Professional Tip: For the very best seaside day, rent Seaside Suites to set-up a spot for you! We’ve executed this a couple of instances with buddies and it’s superior. They set every part up [complete with chairs, umbrellas, blankets, games, cooler, speaker, water, etc] and tear it down for you on the finish of the day! All you must 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 very best time! We have been capable of see so many dolphins together with manatees! We discovered quite a bit and beloved simply being out on the water! We booked with AMI Dolphin Excursions they usually have been nice!
Play Pickleball: There are nice courts situated in Holmes Seaside behind the hearth division! Notice: There’s additionally a playground subsequent door together with a canine park ought to you have got youngsters 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 so forth!
Jet Ski Leases:
Sundown Boat Cruise: We did this as soon as with buddies 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 very cute pontoon boat! We used Captain Sky Cruises!
See a Present at Island Gamers Theater: If there’s a present enjoying whilst you’re there and you’re keen on theater, it’s one thing enjoyable and completely different to do!
Have a Seaside Picnic: We did this as soon as and it was so cute! In the event you’re celebrating one thing particular, think about doing this for a enjoyable method to watch the sundown! We used Posh Picnic and it was nice!
Household or Maternity Photoshoot: In the event 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] must you prefer 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: Ladies’s + males’s attire – a stylish retailer stuffed with cute objects!
Pineapple Market: This has a number of completely different distributors inside [think flea market almost] however I all the time stroll away with one thing enjoyable!
Island Cabana: They carry some private favourite manufacturers [ie: Liverpool] and still have the cutest children garments!
AMI Outfitters: An incredible spot to buy your man! Nice high quality manufacturers!
Nomad: A bit on the costly facet, however enjoyable to go searching!
Holmes Seaside:
Unique Sand Dollar: My favourite retailer on the island, you will discover a bit of little bit of every part right here! Decor, trend, equipment, and so forth!
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 many 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 they usually have some enjoyable dwelling decor, equipment, and an incredible little espresso store inside!
The place to Get Groceries on Anna Maria Island:
Publix: Gosh, I like Publix. Their BOGO offers are the very best! Professional Tip: Their BOGO’s change each Thursday!
Farmer’s Market: Each Tuesday at Metropolis Pier Park on Pine Ave!
Olive Oil Outpost: An incredible spot to purchase contemporary bread, artisanal cheeses, olives, and so forth!
Professional Tip: You can too InstaCart a number of completely 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 greatest shops after which there are a whole lot of outlets and superior eating places outdoors 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 kind. 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 way of Might. We like to go for reside 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: An incredible 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! It’s also attention-grabbing to tour the Ringling Museum to study in regards to the historical past of the Ringling Circus!
Mote Aquarium [Sarasota]: When you have youngsters and want a enjoyable exercise to do indoors, it is a nice possibility! Professional Tip: As soon as executed, stroll throughout the road and eat lunch or dinner at The Previous Salty Canine!
Busch Gardens [Tampa Bay]: Once more, in case you have youngsters and are on the lookout for one thing completely different to do, go to Busch Gardens [approx 1 hour away] for a day at an amusement park!
High Golf [St Pete & Tampa]: Two places inside an hour or so!
Siesta Key Village: An incredible place to go to for enjoyable locations to eat and store!
Staff Ideas:
Treeumph! Journey Course [Bradenton]:
Founder and creator of LIY, Erin turned her dream of a interest weblog right into a full-time profession which she now runs alongside the LIY workforce! 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 will discover Erin spending time on the water, cuddled up together with her two pups and husband probably watching the most recent Shark Tank episode, or getting misplaced in a straightforward seaside learn.