Editorial

Known for the sugar-white coastline, emerald Gulf waters and quaint business districts, Anna Maria Island is a perfect vacation retreat. This charming island stretches seven and one-half miles from Tampa Bay south to Longboat Key Pass. Anna Maria Island is the barrier between the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay. There is a canal network throughout the island that allows an interesting selection of water-front lifestyles, plus an island trolley system for transportation throughout the three individually unique island cities.

Anna Maria Island supports a very special ecology and "Old Florida" philosphy. The laid-back lifestyle allows time to step back from the hectic energies and just walk on the beach, or enjoy a picnic supper at sunset.

Surrounded by the lush sub-tropical growth and island birds, you feel the peace and security of times gone by. Once you've visited our island, you'll want to come back.