Anna Maria Island earned a TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award as one of the Top Ten Islands in the United States. Downtown Bradenton’s Riverwalk received a 1st place award as the top cultural, sports and recreation project by the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Commission. Plus six of the beaches now have the prestigious “Blue Wave Certification” from the Clean Beach Coalition. With easy access to three international airports, Anna Maria Island is close to all the major attractions, yet far from the crowds.
This family-friendly getaway is perfect for beach and nature lovers; Holmes Beach has pristine sands and also features Manatee Beach, one of the most popular spots on the Island with full facilities and lifeguards on patrol. It’s definitely a beach life with miles of white sands, warm waters and breathtaking sunsets you never tire of. Spend active days on the water with various water activities, spotting dolphins and Florida birdlife at your leisure. Take a boat to wildlife preserves or hire a bicycle and tour the island.
With miles upon miles of unspoiled beaches and activities to suit the whole family, the Bradenton Area offers authentic Florida at its best. Less than two hours from Orlando, and less than an hour from Tampa, and both offering direct flights from the UK, this is the slice of paradise that is just what you’ve been looking for in Florida. There’s plenty to do here but no pressure to do much at all. You can laze the days away on the beach or get out on the water and spot wild manatees; you can browse boutique shops and historic houses or find a pavement café and tuck into some delicious local crab. Families can escape the fast and furious theme parks and let their children explore in a safe environment. Excitement here comes from nature rather than artificial thrills – kids can see wild dolphins, fish for their own crabs and pick Florida oranges straight from the tree.
If it’s an idyllic beach getaway you’re looking for within an easy drive to a bit more action then this is the place. The only problem will be saying goodbye when you leave – there will be tears! Call 020 3542 8888 to book a stay in a beautiful 3 bedroom Anna Maria Island Villa.
