AMI Locals Blog
What to Pack for Your Vacation to Anna Maria Island
You have just booked your next family vacation to Anna Maria Island and you have asked off work to be able to go and relax on vacation. But we know that for many families packing can be a daunting task, especially when you are vacationing with little ones. Having a plan or even a list can help you pack for the whole family so that ... Read more
Mini Golf at the Fish Hole with AMI Locals
There’s a great mini golf course located right on Historic Bridge Street, called the Fish Hole! It is fun for all ages. And several of our AMI Locals’ properties are within walking distance of all the shops and restaurants on Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach. Gulf View Beach House, Bayfront Retreat, and Coastal Cove, for instance. ... Read more
AMI Beach Vacation & A Day at Disney World
Are you vacationing to Anna Maria Island this year for a beach trip but feel like you need to do something a little different? Then we have the perfect solution that you and your family can enjoy on your next trip. Why not plan a day to head over to Lake Buena Vista for the day and enjoy Walt Disney World! Just a hop, skip and a ju... Read more
3 Unique Restaurants to Visit While You Stay on Anna Maria Island
Are you looking for a few new places to eat at when you are on vacation at Anna Maria Island? We at AMI Locals know of 3 unique restaurants to visit while you stay on Anna Maria Island. These restaurants are a favorite among the locals and many tourists. Let’s look at what restaurants they are and what makes them unique. The Waterf... Read more
NCAA Bowl Games & An Anna Maria Beach Vacation
NCAA Bowl Games & An Anna Maria Beach Vacation NCAA Football Bowl time is upon us! It’s time to pencil in a luxury beach vacation to Anna Maria Island on your bracket. In December and January, Florida hosts eight NCAA Bowl Games. Four of those are within driving distance from the beautiful beaches of Anna Maria, Florida. ... Read more
Thanksgiving on Anna Maria Island
Spending Thanksgiving on Anna Maria Island is a wonderful way to celebrate this joyous family holiday! What better way to spend this holiday than at one of our luxury vacation home. Imagine spending time with your loved ones while a sweet ocean breeze sways the palm trees around you. So, sit back, relax and let the Feast-tivities b... Read more
A Walk At City Park On Anna Maria Island
Looking for a quiet park to have a picnic or maybe take the family for a stroll? Head over to the city park on Anna Maria Island and enjoy the peaceful, water front views. This park also has picnic tables and paved walkways so everyone can come along and have a blast. Located at the end of 69th street and Holmes, it’s an easy spot ... Read more
Rock Climbing In St. Petersburg Florida
What do some of our AMI Locals do on their day off? Well rock climbing of course, at Vertical Ventures in St. Petersburg! With St. Petersburg being such a short drive away from Anna Maria Island, it makes it so easy to go check out this awesome Rock Climbing Gym on your vacation to Anna Maria Island. Escape the rain or the sun, and... Read more
Take A Fun Day In Downtown Sarasota Florida!
Looking to take a break from the Anna Maria beaches? Take a trip over to Sarasota and take in the beautiful views that this area has to offer. There are tons of things to see and do in Sarasota from the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens to the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art or if you have kids maybe you can spend some time at th... Read more
What to Do When It Rains on Anna Maria Island
Going on vacation is always fun especially when you go to the beach. But what if you have a day or two of rain when visiting Anna Maria Island? Don’t worry because there are plenty of things that you can do when it rains on Anna Maria Island. Let’s look below at a few activities that there are to do while you vacation in paradise. ... Read more
