Shopping
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The Fox Mercantile in Cortez: My Ultimate Guide
Some of the best finds near Anna Maria Island aren’t technically on the island at all. Just across the bridge from Bradenton Beach, tucked into the edges of historic Cortez village, The Fox Mercantile is the kind of place that makes you slow down and stay longer than you planned. What Is The Fox Mercantile?…
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Bridge Street on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide
Bridge Street on Anna Maria Island is a vibrant hub where fun, flavor, and relaxation seamlessly come together. You will find everything from casual eats and fine dining to shopping, miniature golf, and soothing spa experiences. This charming stretch reflects the easygoing spirit of Bradenton Beach, with colorful storefronts and a welcoming island vibe. Spend…
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Best Souvenir Shops on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide
Anna Maria Island is a paradise of sugar-white sand and turquoise water, and it turns out it is also a surprisingly great place to shop. From working artist studios to longtime island institutions, the shops here are filled with keepsakes that actually reflect the place, not just generic beach merchandise you could find anywhere. Whether…
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Holidays on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide
The holiday season on Anna Maria Island is magical. Whether you are visiting for Christmas or ringing in the New Year, the island delivers festive events, parades, light displays, twinkling decorations, fireworks, and candlelit church services that make the season feel genuinely special in a way only a small beach town can. Below is a…
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The Colorful Parrots Outside Sun & Surf on Anna Maria Island
If you are wandering through Holmes Beach, you might hear them before you see them, bright, chatty parrots perched outside the Sun and Surf Beach Shop, holding court on the sidewalk like they own the place. It is one of those unexpected island moments that catches you off guard in the best way. The Shop…
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Island Living Made Easy with Anna Maria General Store
If you have ever arrived on Anna Maria Island and realized you forgot sunscreen, need sandwich fixings, or just want to soak in a little Old Florida before hitting the beach, the Anna Maria General Store on Pine Avenue is your first stop. It has the kind of unhurried, classic feel that fits the island…
