• Beach Wheelchair Rentals on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide

    Beach Wheelchair Rentals on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide

    Exploring the beautiful beaches of Anna Maria Island is possible for everyone, thanks to the availability of beach wheelchair rentals. These specially designed wheelchairs feature large wheels that glide smoothly over sand, making it easier to access the shoreline. Manatee County offers free beach wheelchairs at Coquina and Manatee Public Beach. For added convenience, local…

  • Mahjong on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide

    Mahjong on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide

    Mahjong has found a natural home around Anna Maria Island. It fits the pace perfectly: no rush, good company, and something to focus on besides your phone. Whether you already play or you’ve been curious for a while, here’s where to find a table. What Is American Mahjong? American mahjong is played with tiles rather…

  • Best Horseback Riding Near Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide

    Best Horseback Riding Near Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide

    Just off the sandy shores of Anna Maria Island lies an unexpected and unforgettable adventure: horseback riding along the shoreline and shallow waters of Palma Sola Bay. It is a peaceful way to connect with nature and experience Florida’s coastal beauty from a completely different perspective. Riding through the warm, glassy water is the kind…

  • Best Dive Bars on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide

    Best Dive Bars on Anna Maria Island: My Insider Guide

    Anna Maria Island is loved for its breezy beach vibes and breathtaking sunsets. While there’s no shortage of stylish beachfront restaurants, sometimes what you really crave is a cold drink, good conversation, and a place that doesn’t take itself too seriously. That’s where the island’s dive bars come in—unpolished, welcoming, and full of character. These…

  • 90 Miles and a World Away · Day 10 · Departure

    90 Miles and a World Away · Day 10 · Departure

    Phone alarm goes off violently. Mario, our casita owner, knocks softly on our side door, the aroma of Cuban coffee densely fills the air…time to pack our belongings and head for the airport.  We were moving in fifth gear as we needed to get to the airport three hours prior to departure.  I was nervous! …

  • Finding Stillness at Ten Thousand Waves in New Mexico

    Finding Stillness at Ten Thousand Waves in New Mexico

    For summer of 2024, my college bestie and I decided to drive cross country from San Diego to Anna Maria Island. As soon as we shared our road trip plans with friends, one name kept coming up—Ten Thousand Waves. “If you’re passing through Santa Fe, you have to treat yourself there,” they insisted. So, as…

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