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Nancy McAleer
- Aug 30, 2019
- 9 min
Discover ~ Fall Festivals on Anna Maria Island, Florida
The Fall season is one of the best times to visit Anna Maria Island. There is so many benefits to carving out some much needed vacation time here, the accommodation rates are at their lowest, the tourist traffic is down, the temperatures are still hot (86° average in October) and the festivals!!!! There are a ton of them, so let me list our favorites in this Ultimate Fall Festival List. If you are interested in the Fall Flea Markets scroll straight down to the bottom for a fu
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Nancy McAleer
- Jun 24, 2017
- 4 min
Things to Do on July 4th on Anna Maria Island
Here is our list of the Top Things to Do on July 4th on Anna Maria Island, Florida. July 4th Festivities are planned across the U.S. like fireworks, parades, get togethers and more. It got us thinking about what are some things you can do to celebrate at the beach? We've got you covered whether you are on Anna Maria Island, Florida or in a seaside locale elsewhere in the country. 1. Catch the Fireworks Festivities! Whether you are near or fair most towns host a fireworks sh
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Nancy McAleer
- Nov 11, 2016
- 2 min
Discover ~ Symphony on the Sand 2016 on Anna Maria Island
Artist Marlane Wurzbach SYMPHONY ON THE SAND Friday, November 11 - Sunday, November 13, 2016 Coquina Beach Gulfside Park 2650 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach This event has expanded to 3 full days of musical pleasure. From country and rock music to a full orchestra concert live at Coquina Beach Park on Anna Maria Island. This event is sure to everyone young and old! Friday, November 11th 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Features American country artist John Michael Montgomery, with Ray Scott an
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Nancy McAleer
- Nov 11, 2016
- 5 min
Discover ~ ArtsHOP 2016 on Anna Maria Island
Artist Marlane Wurzbach ArtsHOP 2016 Anna Maria Island is rich with culture and is one of the reasons why artists gravitate here. So many of our favourite artists take inspiration from the gorgeous Beach Life that surrounds this island treasure. The island really is a haven of inspiration for resident artists like Cory Wright, Marlene Wurzbach, Deborah Webster, and so many, many, more that we admire. It's no wonder that this popular artist event has grown into 2 weekend celeb
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Nancy McAleer
- Nov 9, 2016
- 3 min
Discover ~ Sandblast 2016 on Anna Maria Island
Sandblast 2016 My kids absolutely love being beach architects. Sitting in the sand without a care in the world. Mom's happy that they are flexing their imaginations and they get such a kick out of running into the Gulf of Mexico to rinse off the sand. This leads me to the latest festival happening on Anna Maria Island. Just another reason why we Beach Lifers love our little island in the sun. We've got you covered for all the FAQ's about Sandblast 2016. Everything You Need to
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Nancy McAleer
- Jun 22, 2016
- 2 min
July 4th, 2016 on Anna Maria Island
Parade Photo credit: The Islander Anna Maria Island July 4th, 2016 Parade Don't forget the July 4th Parade on Anna Maria Island. It's time to decorate your golf cart and join the fun! The Parade starts at the southern end at Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach and heads up the length of the island to Bayfront Park, Anna Maria. Last year, the parade attracted 20,000 spectators along the 7 mile parade route, had 115 parade entries and over 850 participants in the entire parade! The
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Nancy McAleer
- Jun 9, 2016
- 2 min
Snook Adams Kid's Day ~ Anna Maria Island ~ A Kids Pirate's Festival
Looking for "Things to Do on Anna Maria Island?" The Snook Adam's Kid's Day is a fun family event held in the month of June towards the end of the school year. A super fun kid's pirate festival that's full of games, face painting, balloons, story telling, a hunt for buried treasure and pirate dress up contest. The Pirate Picnic takes place on the shandy shore of Bay Front Park in Anna Maria, overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. This year the Anna Maria Island Privateer's are offer
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Nancy McAleer
- Jun 16, 2015
- 2 min
Let's Get Sporty Rental Package - Giveaway!
We love celebrating our birthday. It's hard to believe that it's our 4th already, and we want to celebrate it with you! All of our past and future guests as well as all of you Anna Maria Island Beach Lifer's and Beach Bums. It's here... without further adieu, time to have some fun with a LET'S GET SPORTY RENTAL GIVEAWAY! (Kayak, bicycle & Paddleboard courtesy of Beach Bum's Island Attitude) This year we are proud to partner with Beach Bums Island Attitude of Anna Maria Island
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Nancy McAleer
- May 6, 2015
- 2 min
Turtle Tips ~ Anna Maria Island
Wild sea turtles are one of the many reasons why people love visiting Anna Maria Island. Anna Maria and it's residents have been very successful in holding true to their Authentic Florida quality. It is a beuatiful island that has strongly held onto its roots by banning over-development that has changed the landscape of so many quaint Florida towns along the coast. It's quiet and calm landscape not only draws tourists but many sea turtles that return year after year to nest o
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Nancy McAleer
- May 3, 2015
- 1 min
Mother's Day Presents from Anna Maria Island
What do you get a Beach Mom on Mother's Day? It's approaching fast, so we've taken the opportunity to showcase our favorite Coastal Mother's Day gifts from local Anna Maria Island, Florida Shops. Off the Shoulder Beau Top ~ West Coast Surf Shop Bohemian Headbands ~ Salon Salon Bohemian Dress ~ Shiny Fish Emporium Beach Kimono ~ Aveda Spa Anna Maria Island Bangles and Longitude Lattitude Ring ~ Tide and Moon Jewelry Lacey Shorts ~ Saltair Bathing Suits ~ Pink & Navy Surfboard
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Nancy McAleer
- Apr 24, 2015
- 2 min
Food and Wine on Pine - 2015
Photo Credit: Food and Wine on Pine The Food and Wine on Pine is our absolute favourite Anna Maria Island Festival! What could be better than strolling down "The Greenest Main Street in America" on one of the "Top Islands in the USA" with a glass of wine in hand, the sun shining and a chance to sample some of the best food the island restaurants have to offer? This year, Food and Wine on Pine will be held on May 2nd 2015. The entire street will be closed off and lined with a
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Nancy McAleer
- Mar 26, 2015
- 2 min
Insider's Guide to Spring Events on Anna Maria Island
There is always something happening on Anna Maria Island and Spring Break is no exception. Here are a few of our favourite things to do. Let's not miss out on one of the island's biggest festivals: Island Cityfest - Founders Day Celebration 2015 March 27 & 28, 2015 Friday 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am to 10:00 pm Holmes Beach Field ~ 5801 Marina Dr, Holmes Beach A family friendly event at Holmes Beach City Hall Field with live music, local restaurant and vendor food b
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Nancy McAleer
- Feb 4, 2015
- 4 min
Anna Maria Island Contest Winner!
A few months back we had the opportunity to host a vacation contest giveaway. What a resounding success with close to 7,000 entries! We had one lucky winner, Jennifer Schultz, who recently stayed at Sirenia Cove with her family. We want to share her experience with you. ********************************* Imagine my surprise last August when I received an e-mail telling me I won a free vacation in Florida! I started yelling aloud to my family... "I think we just won a trip!" N
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Nancy McAleer
- Jan 22, 2015
- 3 min
The Top 5 Pizza SmackDown on AMI
The Great Pizza SmackDown begins! North Americans love their pizza and let's face it, it's an easy, inexpensive and healthy meal for the whole family. If you're visiting Anna Maria Island, Florida and want Insider information on the best pizza on the island, you're in for a treat. We have listed our top, favorite pizzeria's on the island where you can't go wrong. We are by no means the experts but we do LOVE GOOD FOOD, so here's hoping we will do you proud. # 1 Vinny & Cheryl
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Nancy McAleer
- Dec 15, 2014
- 1 min
Restaurants Open for the Holidays 2014 on Anna Maria Island
Living on and visitng Anna Maria Island during the Christmas and New year's holidays does have it's benefits, there are a few restaurants open on Christmas Day and we have the details to make it easy for you to call ahead and make a reservation. Island living also means that it may be a last minute decision for some owners, so where you see the phrase "Call Ahead" do call them to make a reservation or get the opening hours as they may be shortened or decide to close. Just cli
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Nancy McAleer
- Dec 4, 2014
- 1 min
December 2014 Events ~ Anna Maria Island
December is a great time to be living on or visiting the island, with a multitude of events happening, from chili contests to family events replete with pony rides and of course Santa's arrival. What could be better than the twinkling of Christmas lights swaying in the palm trees and the absolute guarantee of a "White Christmas".... the sugary white sand that is! Read through our Insider's Guide of December Events and enjoy the Holidays as an islander! Contact us for luxury a
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Nancy McAleer
- Oct 9, 2014
- 1 min
Fall Events 2014 ~ Anna Maria Island
Fall is the perfect time to vacation on Anna Maria Island, Florida. With average temperatures in the 80's it's the perfect beach getaway. Here is our list of events happening on Anna Maria Island this Fall. Be sure to contact us for some great last minute deals! Contact us for luxury accommodations on beautiful Anna Maria Island, Florida Anna Maria Island Home Rental Like this story? Feel free to share it on your social media by clicking one of the buttons below. #fallevents
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Nancy McAleer
- Jun 16, 2014
- 2 min
Enter for your Chance to Win a Vacation Package!
CONTEST CLOSED Thanks for Entering View our winners story here Enter for your chance to win this fabulous Dream Vacation Package at our newest luxury vacation home ~ Sirenia Cove! Blessed with seven miles of sugar white quartz sand beach, Anna Maria has an average temperature of 83/29 degrees and is rated one of the top 10 sunniest cities in the USA. So here's your chance to kick back and relax Island style! We are proud to be working with our local partners to make this an a
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