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Our Favorite Spots for Happy Hour on Anna Maria Island


There’s no doubt that your stay on Anna Maria Island will quickly have you searching for some local spots for Happy Hour. We’ve compiled a list to take the guesswork out of it and allow you to feel right at home in our beachside community.  Beach House Waterfront Restaurant 200 Gulf Drive North, Bradenton Beach (941) 779-2222 Happy Hour Monday-Friday 2-4 p.m. Beach House offers half-price drinks and appetizers at...

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Celebrating the Fourth of July on Anna Maria Island


Anna Maria Island, a seven-mile barrier island located on the coast of Manatee County, Florida, is made up of three cities: Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, and Bradenton Beach. And, when it comes to celebrating holidays, like the Fourth of July, it’s the perfect laid-back destination to celebrate in.  Fun on the Fourth The Anna Maria Island Privateers Fourth of July Parade is an annual event that always draws a crowd....

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The Summer of 2022 will be Sizzling – Don’t miss out on these hot properties


Summer might seem like a lifetime away. We’ve all been through so much these past 18 months, we want nothing more than to enjoy some time away with the ones we love.  If Covid has taught us anything it’s that “stuff” isn’t really important – it’s the feelings we get spending time with the people we love.  It’s making memories; watching sunsets, hugging grandkids and sharing laughs. It’s time to...

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Anna Maria Island – What’s in a Name?


  Laid-back and natural, Anna Maria Island is just a short drive from the hustle and bustle of Tampa but feels like a world away. A seven-mile strip of beautiful white-sand beaches lines the barrier island of Anna Maria Island between the turquoise Gulf of Mexico and peninsular Florida. Along these 7 miles, 3 cities govern this little Island. It does seem crazy that 3 cities, all with different regulations,...

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Enjoying Alfresco Dining on Anna Maria Island


Anna Maria Island has always been famous for its outdoor dining options. Who doesn’t want to dine with their toes in the powdery white sand and the sun warming their face? As vacationers venture back to the island ready to enjoy some much deserved, safe, relaxation. From laid back to super chic here are a few of Beach Retreats favorite places to dine Alfresco. Hungry for breakfast? The best pancakes...

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