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H2O Watersportz is your best choice for a full range of fun on the waters of Anna Maria Sound, Sarasota Bay and Tampa Bay. We are an authorized CraigCat dealer and can sell you one of the best sport water crafts in the world. H2O offers boat rentals, charters and tours. Spending the day exploring the waterways is exciting and fun aboard our roomy pontoon boats, new Yamaha VX110 Deluxe… Continue Reading H2O Watersportz

Experience the joy of sailing with Spice Sailing Charters! Capt. Ed Hartung (USCG licensed) commands the 30-foot Catalina ZigZag. Join him for a half day or sunset cruise on the beautiful waters of Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Take a turn at the helm or just sit back and watch the dolphins play. They also offer sailing lessons and at-sea memorial services. All cruises include complimentary soft drinks… Continue Reading Spice Sailing Charters

Located in historic Cortez Fishing Center at the southeast foot of Cortez Bridge, Cortez Sailing Adventures offers public, daily sailing tours into the Gulf or the Intracoastal Waterway from 10:00 a.m. until sunset. In addition, they offer private charters and special event sails aboard Quest and Phantom II! Just pick your charter, then choose your adventure between: Eco/historic tours Corporate incentives One- and Two-Yacht Team Building programs Wedding and engagement parties… Continue Reading Cortez Sailing Adventures

Parasailing with Bradenton Beach Parasailing will be the “highlight” of your trip to the beaches of Anna Maria Island. The crystal clear waters off of Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach will be the starting point for your adventure. Where up to three of you can fly together, soaring over the Gulf waters where you might see dolphin, turtles, fish, manatee, stingray or other wildlife. If you want to stay dry—no… Continue Reading Bradenton Beach Parasailing

Seaduced Watercraft Adventures offers a variety of watercraft rentals, tours and classes. Available watercraft to rent include pontoons boats, deck boats, jet skis and sea squirts. Guides and captains are available if you would like to learn the area, or if you would just rather sit back and relax and let someone else drive the boat for you. They also provide sailing classes, sunset cruises, boat tours, snorkeling and boat… Continue Reading Seaduced Watercraft Adventures

Captain Mike Greig commands the “Sally D”, a 2001 24-foot Robin outboard custom flats boat. He has spent 35 years fishing in the local Anna Maria, Tampa Bay, and Sarasota waters. He knows where and when they are biting and how to catch them. He can help you catch fish such as Cobia, Permit, Tarpon, Trout, Redfish, Grouper, Snapper, Shark, Snook, Kingfish, and Flounder. He follows sound catch and release… Continue Reading Captain Mike’s Fishing Charters

There is nothing like some family fun on Anna Maria Island after a day at the beach than a round of mini golf! The Fish Hole is located in Bradenton Beach and is open seven days a week. This unique setting, is not your typical miniature golf course — it looks more like a botanical garden and there are plenty of live fish for kids (or adults) to feed in… Continue Reading The Fish Hole Miniature Golf

The Anna Maria Art League was founded in 1989 by a small group of artist with a desire to bring art to the growing island community. Located in Holmes Beach, the Art Center facility includes a large exhibit/classroom, membership gallery/conference room, photo lab, art library and picnic grounds where the League offers a broad range of classes, including a scholarship program for children and adults. Annually, the League sponsors two… Continue Reading Anna Maria Art League

Artspace Anna Maria began as a search for simple studio space. Today it is a working studio and gallery whose mission is to provide a space that encourages artists to take risks, experiment and produce new work. Artspace exhibits and promotes contemporary visual art produced by emerging and established artists. All levels of artistic experience are welcome. Resident artists exhibit their work on a regular basis in the gallery as well… Continue Reading Artspace Studio and Gallery

Ever wanted to ride a Segway? Zegway by the Bay offers Segway tours around Anna Maria Island. During the tour, you’ll have the chance to visit Bradenton Beach’s Historic Bridge Street, Coquina Beach, Longboat Pass, and Leffis Key Park. Three tours are offered daily and can accommodate for up to six people. One-hour tours cost $45 per person and 2-hour tours cost $65. Safety gear and training is provided. Individuals aged 14… Continue Reading Zegway By The Bay