Anna Maria Island, FL - 7 Miles of Paradise

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  • čas přidán 26. 12. 2020
  • Our latest video of Anna Maria Island filmed in 2023 is here • Anna Maria Island - Ol...
    Footage of this video and our 2023 video of Anna Maria Island is available for purchase, contact Info@TampaAerialMedia.com
    We show Anna Maria Island from Bean Point to the Longboat Pass, Below are the places of interest featured in this video so that you can plan your Anna Maria Gettaway.
    CRUISES
    AMI Dolphin Tours (8:58) 5325 Marina Dr, Holmes Bch
    Anna Maria Island Princes (12:00) 402 Church St N, Bradenton Bch
    Anna Maria Island Explorer (12:18) 402 Church st N, Bradenton Bch
    Capt Kathe & First Mate Pup Pup Charters (13:26) 12306 46th Ave W, Cortez
    Paradise Boat Tours (15:48) 200 Bridge St, Bradenton Bch
    Yolo Parasailing (16:18) 135 Bridge St, Bradenton Bch www.FloridaFunBoat.com
    BEACHES, PIERS, & PARKS
    Palma Sola Causeway Park (2:37) 9917 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton
    Rod & Reel Pier (4:14) 875 N Shore Dr, Anna Maria
    Bayfront Park (4:46) 316 N Bay Blvd, Anna Maria
    Anna Maria City Pier (5:02) 100 N Bay Blvd Anna Maria
    Manatee Public Beach (7:45) 4000 SR 64, Holmes Bch
    Cortez Beach (17:02) 1506 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Bch
    Coquina Beach (17:50) 1500 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Bch
    VACATION RENTALS
    Duncan Real Estate (3:59) 310 Pine Ave, Anna Maria www.TeamDuncan.com
    Coastal Cottages (4:03) www.RentAMI.com
    Beach Bums Island Attitude (5:39) 427 Pine Ave, Anna Maria
    Tiffany Place Condos (7:08) 7000 Gulf Dr, Holmes Bch
    North Beach Village (7:30) 6301 Gulf Dr, Holmes Bch
    Anna Maria Island Club (9:45) 2600 Gulf Dr, Bradenton Bch
    Coquina Beach Club (10:10) 1906 Gulf Dr N, Bradenton Bch (VRBO.com)
    La Costa Condos (10:16) 1800 Gulf Dr N, Bradenton Bch
    AMI Locals (16:35) 9801 Gulf Dr Su#5, Anna Maria (www.AMILocals.com)
    Linger Longer (16:44) 302-304 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Bch, FL
    HOTELS & RESORTS
    Rod & Reel Resort (4:29) 875 N. Shore Dr Anna Maria
    Haley's Motel (7:01) 8102 Gulf Dr, Holmes Bch
    Bali Hai Beach Resort (7:14) 6900 Gulf Dr, Holmes Bch
    Anna Maria Beach Resort (7:22) 6306 Gulf Dr, Holmes Bch
    Waterline Resort (8:52) 5325 Marina Dr, Holmes Bch
    Seaside Inn (10:01) 2200 Gulf Dr N, Bradenton Bch
    Tradewinds Resort (10:25) 1603 Gulf Dr N, Bradenton Bch (www.AnnaMariaIslandResorts.com)
    Tortuga Bch Resort (10:31) 1325 Gulf Dr N, Bradenton Bch (www.AnnaMariaIslandResorts.com)
    The Bridge Walk (14:41) 100 Bridge St Bradenton Bch
    Pelican Cove Resort (16:54) 901 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Bch
    RENTALS (Kayaks, Mopeds, Golf Carts etc)
    Yak Shack Watersports (3:13) www.Yak-Shack.com
    Robin Hood Rentals (6:10) 9802 Gulf Dr , Anna Maria
    Fun & More Rentals (8:40) 5347 Gulf Dr, Holmes Bch
    AMI Water Sports (9:09) 505 56th St, Holmes Bch
    Bradenton Bch Marina (11:54) 402 Church St N, Bradenton Bch
    Cortez Watersports (13:56) 4338 127th St W, Cortez
    DINING & EATERIES
    Rod & Reel Restaurant (4:15) 877 N. Shore Dr, Anna Maria
    The Sandbar (6:16) 100 Spring Ave, Anna Maria
    Creamery & Bakery (6:44) 9801 Gulf Dr, Anna Maria
    Ginny's & Jane E's Cafe (6:48) 9807 Gulf Dr, Anna Maria
    Harry's Grill (6:52) (Dog Friendly) 9903 Gulf Dr, Anna Maria
    Vinny's Italian Kitchen (8:33) 5337 Gulf Dr, Holmes Bch
    Ugly Grouper (8:44) 5704 Marina Dr, Holmes Bch
    Cheesecake Cutie & Cafe (9:37) 3324 E Bay Dr, Holmes Bch
    Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins (9:44) 3302 E Bay Dr, Holmes Bch
    Gulf Drive Cafe (11:24) 900 Gulf Dr N, Bradenton Bch
    Wicked Cantina (11:37) 101 7th St N, Bradenton Bch
    Tide Tables Restaurant (12:51) 12507 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton
    Seafood Shack Marina (13:35) 4110 127th St W, Cortez
    The Beachhouse Restaurant (14:16) 200 Gulf Dr N, Bradenton Bch
    Oma's Pizza Restaurant (14:30) 201 Gulf Dr N, Bradenton Bch
    Bridge St Bistro (14:36) 111 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Bch
    Daiquiri Deck Raw Bar (14:50) 107 Bridge St, Bradenton Bch
    Bamboo Island Bar (15:01) 119 Bridge St, Bradenton Bch
    Anna Maria Oyster Bar (15:36) 200 Bridge St, Bradenton Bch
    Bridge Tender Dockside Bar (16:12) 135 Bridge St, Bradenton Bch
    HORSEBACK RIDING
    Cponies Beach Horseback Rides (2:45) 8400 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton cponies.com/

Komentáře • 799

  • @jennifergeils7338
    @jennifergeils7338 Před 3 lety +107

    Thank you from the bottom of my heart, for mentioning The Cheesecake Cutie & Cafe! Opening on November 21st and then this! This made me cry of happiness!! Next time pls stop in!

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před 3 lety +13

      My pleasure to help a business owner...yea I saw you had the Gluten Free Cheesecake, I know alot of people would be interested in that. I certainly will next time I'm in the area, hope it helps to bring you more business.

    • @michellemayo07
      @michellemayo07 Před 3 lety +5

      We were just on AMI and my husband knew I had been wanting to try a cheesecake cutie. He got me 2 for Valentine's Day. It was so delicious.

    • @cfonde
      @cfonde Před 3 lety +5

      Cheesecake? Did someone say cheesecake? - No wonder traffic is so jammed out there...

    • @anastep6968
      @anastep6968 Před 3 lety +5

      We just came back from Anna Maria Island and my husband discovered Cheesecake cutie and cafe when he went to find some coffee. He brought us some very delicious cheesecake. My sis in law and I decided to go there for breakfast the next day and we were very impressed. From the decor to the friendly staff, we left very happy and full. Definitely stop by the cheesecake cutie and cafe!

    • @nancyrdz333
      @nancyrdz333 Před 2 měsíci

      Gluten free cheesecake?! Yum will have to stop by!!

  • @michelletannerkimball
    @michelletannerkimball Před rokem +8

    Just returned home from this beach. I’m a Gulf Coast freak and never been past the panhandle where the water is clear emerald green, but Santa Maria has ice blue water. GORGEOUS!!

  • @MNDanno
    @MNDanno Před 3 lety +101

    Dude - you are a fricken gold mine of info and perspective. I love your videos.

  • @bullhippo9023
    @bullhippo9023 Před 3 lety +15

    I lived in Holmes Beach in the late 80's, I cried when I left. Still hurts a little...such a beautiful place

  • @tiradomaribel9436
    @tiradomaribel9436 Před 2 lety +2

    ok, I appreciate all the information included and the music selection is perfection love it. Suscribed

  • @rickpouley2857
    @rickpouley2857 Před 3 lety +21

    I used to live in Anna Maria in the 60's till 1974 with my Grandparents.. Great times!

    • @rickyharvey4835
      @rickyharvey4835 Před 3 lety +1

      Its all ruined it was nice when you were there now its all congested !!! Over run with people

    • @christinepolacek1116
      @christinepolacek1116 Před 2 lety

      @@rickyharvey4835 too bad … hell is other people , they ruin everything

  • @hurricanelorraine2206
    @hurricanelorraine2206 Před 2 lety +5

    I lived on Anna Maria Island over 40yrs ago when it was quiet, much less crowded and not well known. It's a beautiful place but was much nicer before it was "discovered".

  • @TampaAerialMedia
    @TampaAerialMedia  Před 3 lety +75

    Thankyou everyone for all your nice words. I am so appreciative of all of you. This channel would be nothing without all of your support and views. You have made 2020, which for many has been a rough year, for me, a year where I have been able to do what I love to do. I look forward to continue to provide encouraging and travel tips with videos in the coming year. Hugs to everyone out there.

    • @matthewrschuler
      @matthewrschuler Před 3 lety +3

      I personally love your videos and look forward to each new release. You create awesome aerial scenes and provide detailed facts about each location. Thank you!

    • @kellybrock1500
      @kellybrock1500 Před 3 lety +1

      I would love to know who did the song you were playing?

    • @colbyweston5035
      @colbyweston5035 Před 3 lety +1

      What is the name of the GREAT song you have playing throughout the video? What a perfect fit

    • @pearlsauder7184
      @pearlsauder7184 Před 3 lety +1

      I love your vídeos and one of the musics make me remind my cruises, they play the caribbean musics.

  • @FloridaandBeyond
    @FloridaandBeyond Před 2 lety +4

    This island is on our list! It is beautiful. You really showed everything to see and do there.

  • @WRAPLOCK
    @WRAPLOCK Před 3 lety +17

    Bought a condo in Bradenton last year, just a short car ride to AMI and the best beaches in the world. We spend 6 months a year here. This is our backyard playground and we love it!

    • @SpiralSister
      @SpiralSister Před rokem +1

      We probably live near you. We're in West Bradenton.

  • @marisolecheveria4597
    @marisolecheveria4597 Před 2 lety +1

    A beautiful blessing....Indeed.
    🙏

  • @sylviahero6690
    @sylviahero6690 Před 3 lety +5

    My hometown..I lived there till I was seventeen years.. Another Day in Paradise 🏝️ 🏄🐠🐟🐳🦐🦀🐙🦪🐚🏝️

  • @mrs.g2147
    @mrs.g2147 Před 3 lety +6

    This is a beautiful hidden gem ❤

  • @toddage83
    @toddage83 Před 3 lety +14

    Wow this gave me chills so many memories of my childhood at Coquina Beach.
    It is a hidden gem 💎 very underrated . Great video

  • @jenniferharris8589
    @jenniferharris8589 Před 2 lety +2

    My family vacationed there in July of 2020. It was fabulous and relaxing. The beach was clean and beautiful. You could see to the bottom of the ocean. We rented a beach house only 2 blocks from the beach at a very affordable price. So I suggest to give it a try you won't be disappointed.

  • @Pravin_Yeshua_BTC
    @Pravin_Yeshua_BTC Před 3 měsíci

    So Beautiful. I live in Clermont, but I can see this chain of beaches being my slice of paradise.
    Only 2 hours away can be a day trip or a 2ni getaway
    What a blessing it is being a Floridian✨

  • @FloridaFlipFlops
    @FloridaFlipFlops Před 2 lety +1

    We love all your videos.. Have watched each of them several times. Greetings from Naples, Florida!

  • @kristenluongo5360
    @kristenluongo5360 Před rokem +1

    Also, the best, most pristinely clean public bathrooms on the Bayside pier! So appreciated❤️!

  • @rebeccaa2433
    @rebeccaa2433 Před 3 lety +7

    I visited here a year ago. It's beautiful but like everywhere else, so congested. Every square inch of space is built on and commercialized. I always thought I wanted to eventually move to FL, but it's just claustrophobic feeling. We took so many huge highways to get to this Island. It mucks up the natural beauty of it all.

  • @blisterbeetle01
    @blisterbeetle01 Před 2 lety +1

    In case anyone was wondering, the song is -Swimming in Sunshine-by The Commandeers

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před 2 lety

      yep, available on PremiumBeat.com, they have a few good other songs too we have used like "Bamboo Bungalo" and "Wine & Dine"

  • @kellywunderwald9961
    @kellywunderwald9961 Před 3 lety +25

    We saw this video on New Year's Day, and decided we would need to visit this amazing-looking place. Usually, this means a long time of preparing for such a trip from Montana to Florida, but it worked out incredibly fast and we just got back. We loved it, even though the weather was cold and very windy the first two days. (I guess that means there's only one more cold day left for the year on AMI now, though! :D) However, it did get better, and we had a great time. The beaches are unbelievable, and the SAND is very unique.
    My husband got to fish on the Rod & Reel Pier and caught 4 sheepshead, a pufferfish, and some small crabs who were just using him for his bait. It was $2 to fish all day, $2/hour per pole and $2.50 per dozen bait shrimp. Everyone out there was very friendly and helpful.
    The Ugly Grouper had the best meal in my opinion, but there was no shortage of good food. We shared a lot because there was a lot in each serving.
    One thing that's not mentioned in the video that I would have liked to know is that Ginny's and Jane E's (Gulf Dr & Magnolia) has a vendor shop inside as well as the bakery. It's such a great place!! I would have gone there first to buy gifts for my family had I known. Another vendor shop that is really great is in the building where The Waffle Press is located on Pine Street.
    We enjoyed the nature boardwalk he mentions here, and we also visited the Palma Sola Botanical Park in Bradenton and the Myakka River State Park to see some wildlife. These were close enough to be easy to get to, and good to visit on the days it was too windy at the beach.
    We really appreciated this video (all of his videos, actually. Ohmygosh, don't get us started on his youtube channel or we'll never get anything done)! What a great way to discover new places and have lots of local information at your fingertips! We watched this a ton as we "researched" to see where we wanted to visit on AMI, and then watched it one more time on our last day just to make sure we hadn't missed anything we wanted to do. I think we're done now, :), but thank you for helping us have a great vacation!

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před 3 lety +2

      Thankyou Kelly, for letting us know how your trip went. Yea FL has had a colder winter than normal. I appreciate all the tips, that is very helpful for others wanting to visit. I'm glad you had a great time and that our video was helpful.

  • @hardy1416
    @hardy1416 Před 2 lety +1

    On tomorrow we will stay for a couple of days on Anna maria Island 🏝 we love your video on 4 times. 😂👍 Perfect done, so we are prepared 🙏Nicole and Hardy from Berlin Germany 🇩🇪

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před 2 lety +1

      The ocean color should be real nice for you this time of year.

    • @hardy1416
      @hardy1416 Před 2 lety +1

      @@TampaAerialMedia it’s so amazing especially the historic Pier. Guess what, we saw in 2 hours a big Manatee, a shark and tons of fishes 🤩🇺🇸👍🦈🐟 we stay away in the silver 🏄‍♀️🤗✅🐟☀️🥳

  • @sandracrosbyguerrero7085
    @sandracrosbyguerrero7085 Před 3 lety +6

    I grew up going to Anna Maria & Holmes Beaches all my life my favorites Holmes Beach.Love the on Beach Restaurant..Ate there many times..Best tea breakfasts & Fried fish around!!..I been going there since I was 10 years old am 58 now..

  • @gregcollins7277
    @gregcollins7277 Před 3 lety +2

    Just got back from Anna Maria Island today. Spent the week between Christmas and New Year's there. Been here several times before. I would love to live here one day. Absolutely heaven on earth here!!!

  • @cynthiahunter519
    @cynthiahunter519 Před 2 lety +1

    I love it here!!! I will be visiting soon again. Breath taking ❤️

  • @seunarinemaharaj8474
    @seunarinemaharaj8474 Před 3 lety +1

    What a lovely video of anna maria island i enjoyed seven miles of bliss

  • @daughterbeloved9901
    @daughterbeloved9901 Před 2 lety +2

    Anna Maria is my favorite place in FL. Used to stay all the time at Silver Surf Resort, but they've not only gone way up in price, they also now require a 3 night stay.

  • @real_jc
    @real_jc Před rokem

    For me, this is the best video about AMI on CZcams.

  • @podunkpennsylvania292
    @podunkpennsylvania292 Před 3 lety +8

    I lived in Holmes beach for several years. You will enjoy Anna Maria Island. Many good places to dine. Plenty of charter boats to charter for cruising, fishing, plenty of shops, pubs. Lots to see and do. I hope they still have the Trolley running.It was free back when. It is way easier to get around on the trolley as the Island can be crowded with traffic sometimes.Nice golf course on Key Royale too. Enjoy

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před 3 lety +1

      Yep they still do have the trolleys and it is still free.

  • @lastshallbefirst5516
    @lastshallbefirst5516 Před 3 lety +5

    Great job! Out of all your videos I’ve watched, this is the best one to me. From footage, music, to info ….wonderful production

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před 3 lety

      Thankyou for the feedback, that is good to know, we are always wanting to keep improving.

  • @dianecarr4957
    @dianecarr4957 Před rokem +1

    This was our favorite Florida beach destination, second being Pensacola.. love it here and will be back!

  • @Pittsburgh1001
    @Pittsburgh1001 Před 3 lety +4

    I’ve been traveling from Ohio to Anna Maria Island for vacation the last 5 years and agree with the rating of the beaches. Great Video! If your going to take a dolphin sighting/ wildlife tour I would recommend CAPT Kathe and Katie. Info was included in the video. It took me 3 years to find them, but will probably be doing it every year. You can snorkel in a shallow area at the same cost as the big boats. Can’t recommend it enough!

  • @catlamp4135
    @catlamp4135 Před 3 lety +1

    My happy place. Paradise. I count the days between my visits.

  • @baotramle4383
    @baotramle4383 Před 2 lety

    Nice thank you so much

  • @TheCeelist
    @TheCeelist Před rokem

    AMAZING VIDEO🤩🤩🤩 THANKS 😊

  • @joyceengland829
    @joyceengland829 Před 4 měsíci

    Thanks for your work. Love it

  • @eddielikesfishing
    @eddielikesfishing Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much for sharing AMI with us.

  • @dlfleming80
    @dlfleming80 Před 3 lety +5

    The most amazing place and people! I enjoyed ever minute of my stay.

  • @christinawest9609
    @christinawest9609 Před 3 lety +39

    As a local I can say you nailed it! Except for the 75 degree weather lol, that’s only in the wintertime but in the summer you’re looking at scorching hot 90+ degree days. The town does get pretty packed so I’m glad it’s not on any top beaches list...I want it to stay small and quaint so I don’t lose my secret beach parking spot 😉

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před 3 lety +3

      Thankyou, yea 75 is average. The 1st day of our filming it was 53, but yea the summers can be brutal.

    • @Partsunknown426
      @Partsunknown426 Před 3 lety +6

      I always tell people it's not a very good place to go.

    • @eddielikesfishing
      @eddielikesfishing Před 3 lety +2

      I don't blame you. I wouldn't want it to be on any top destination lists. My wife was born and raised in FL and never heard of AMI until today. I want to bring my family there for a vacation. It looks like a beautiful place.

    • @frankv6459
      @frankv6459 Před 2 lety

      We live in the Poconos pa and love coming to Ami we get the whole vacation spot thing and try to respect the residents

  • @uselessgarbage1916
    @uselessgarbage1916 Před 3 lety +5

    SO EXITED TO GO! I’m going for spring break! 😎😃🏝

  • @TanerNeighbors
    @TanerNeighbors Před 8 měsíci

    That was incredible, great work!!!

  • @susan7204
    @susan7204 Před 3 lety +7

    Beautiful! I plan on on going here, but first Marco Island!!

  • @annamenefee8358
    @annamenefee8358 Před 3 lety +1

    Me and my family have been going here every year for about 9 years, it's truly beautiful!

  • @TheHappychickadee
    @TheHappychickadee Před rokem

    As always, your videos are fantastic!

  • @BZR330
    @BZR330 Před 3 lety +2

    This gets me excited for our trip to the island in June! Love AMI❤️❤️

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před 3 lety +1

      June is a good time if year, might be her but not as crowded

  • @athiest4you
    @athiest4you Před 3 lety +4

    hidden island , go there every time in Florida. love the piers

  • @NicholasTreyJ
    @NicholasTreyJ Před 3 lety +25

    Another awesome Florida video and cannot wait until you start filming the other side of Florida! I have to say I still think the Florida panhandle beaches are just as good if not better than any around. Pensacola beach is amazing and Destin Florida is a must video for one day !!! Also down the road from Destin and basically the entire South Walton area, 30A has some of the best beach towns ever and is my personal favorite place on earth!

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před 3 lety +5

      Yea we had actually planned to shoot Destin & Ft Walton the weekend of this video, but because the weather was so cold up there we changed at last minute and did Anna Maria. We are already to go for Destin, have Helicopter Ride & Boat Rental ready, just waiting for the temperatures to go up.

    • @theflyest203
      @theflyest203 Před 3 lety +1

      Wow man! You got got another subscriber! Love your video and great info! Going to check out the rest of your videos now! Thanks man keep up the awesome content

    • @mattsmith8901
      @mattsmith8901 Před 2 lety +2

      Hi. Would you say Anna Maria is overall a nicer place to live? I’ve heard good things about Seaside, Destin etc. I prefer quaint beach towns with easy access to restaurants, stores, etc

    • @mattsmith8901
      @mattsmith8901 Před 2 lety +2

      I also hear that Gasparilla Island is amazing.

    • @SpiralSister
      @SpiralSister Před rokem +1

      @@mattsmith8901 I would say it's a great place to live! One never has to leave the island if you don't want. We live 4 miles from the beaches, in West Bradenton and hardly go to the beach due to traffic. If we lived there, we'd stay on the island. We do love W. Bradenton though as many of the restaurants mentioned in this video have sister restaurants on the mainland near us. We take visitors over to AMI, park at the beach parking and walk everywhere else. Any snooty attitudes are from those who vacation here and don't understand how to flow with the island rhythms.

  • @hockeycardkids6042
    @hockeycardkids6042 Před 2 lety +2

    This place is my second home . We are from Minnesota and come down multiple times a year always renting a new house but hopefully soon we can purchase our own place in the beautiful island . I've been going here ever since 2010 and it feels like home . I know my way around the island like it's home and I just love the place .

  • @tedinvt4631
    @tedinvt4631 Před 2 lety +11

    We've been coming here in March & April for about 20 years. The island was once a quiet retreat. It's now an over crowded nightmare. If you like traffic that barely moves, non-stop construction noise, lawn care people running trimmers & leaf blowers, kids yelling & screaming in swimming pools and exorbitant rental costs, this is the place for you. If you're looking for a quiet place to enjoy a relaxing vacation, keep looking.

    • @rebekahwells5241
      @rebekahwells5241 Před 2 lety +2

      My family has been renting there since the 70s, getting a week vacation. It really is shocking to compare my moms stories of the beach and atmosphere from her childhood to the congestion and tourism now. And the prices have just skyrocketed. It hard to believe so much can change in one lifetime. Still worth a trip imho, but definitely not a quiet, secluded “secret gem” of Florida it once was.

    • @SpiralSister
      @SpiralSister Před rokem

      That can happen in certain areas for sure. Sadly, more people, for the same reasons we moved here, causes these kinds of issues. But there's an ebb and flow to it and we're still here--we live in a condo 4 miles from the beaches. We look for light traffic times on our phone map app and go to AMI then. We love the island vibe, sand, surf, music, and FOOD! ;)

  • @mtprig
    @mtprig Před 3 lety +1

    thank you my friend. my wife and I enjoyed this video.

  • @pauldupey7640
    @pauldupey7640 Před 2 lety

    APPRECIATE YOU FOR THIS VERY INFORMATIONAL VID . Bout to fly down Thursday for sister and mother's birthday and I'm bringing my drone for that railroad shot

  • @quinnrowan5546
    @quinnrowan5546 Před rokem +4

    I was born right in Blake hospital in Bradenton so this is my home. I've swam in those waters more times than I can count. It hurt me so much when I read a couple years ago that even more of the natural land and plant life was being destroyed just to build another god damn parking lot.
    I guess the song Big Yellow Taxi sums it up best:
    "They paved paradise and put up a parking lot
    With a pink hotel, a boutique, and a swinging hot spot
    Don't it always seem to go
    That you don't know what you got 'til it's gone
    They paved paradise and put up a parking lot"

    • @Dipp182
      @Dipp182 Před rokem

      Won't be long till they do the same to Bean point... hoping that never happens though

    • @winstonsmith6204
      @winstonsmith6204 Před 7 dny

      But Lifestyle, Beaches, and Amenities. . . We're really living on the inertia of the post WWII generation. It'll be a mess in the future. Everything is to produce "capital"

  • @markshaw7947
    @markshaw7947 Před 3 lety +3

    Dreaming of the lovely Florida beaches while freezing in the Pacific Northwest, your videos are a helpful prescription of sunshine and warmth for the new year coming. Thanks for the coastal vibes and cravings for the Sunshine state. We look forward to being there soon.

  • @David-ob5or
    @David-ob5or Před 3 lety +4

    Just got back from there today. Only an 1½ hours from me. Love visiting AMI!

  • @Linda-ji8qd
    @Linda-ji8qd Před 3 lety +4

    My family and I vacationed here in the late 1990's. I don't remember exactly what part of the island we were at but we stayed in an older home converted into apartments. I think the place was named "Island Breeze Resort". We loved the area because it's not over crowded.

  • @averydanielle63
    @averydanielle63 Před 2 lety

    We love AMI we have gone there for two years it really is a Paradise

  • @evolverespiritus3990
    @evolverespiritus3990 Před 3 lety +3

    Awesome video. You make me miss Florida!! Enjoyed.

  • @NomadShifu
    @NomadShifu Před 3 lety +3

    Anna Maria Island is known for its gorgeous beaches, incredible restaurants, and unique shops. The island also has several great bars for grabbing a drink and unwinding after a long day of exploring.

    • @lucyheepke228
      @lucyheepke228 Před 3 lety

      I can reassure this I have been going since I was 6 months old and it never gets old

  • @bobbytangredi8839
    @bobbytangredi8839 Před 2 lety

    This was a very good video to watch. Thank you 🤝

  • @joenagy9974
    @joenagy9974 Před 3 lety +1

    Once again a Great Video ..... Shows ALL the good times that Anna Maria Island has to offer 👍👍👍.... Thank you

  • @DJFerg1990
    @DJFerg1990 Před 3 lety +3

    Stunningly incredible, I'm seriously lost for superlatives on just how good this was.
    When life returns to normal , we will definitely visit.
    Until then its a massive thank you for lifting the mood from a cold wet UK.

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před 3 lety +1

      Thankyou for the nice words. I feel back for the new lockdowns in UK, God bless the UK

  • @claudiahansen4938
    @claudiahansen4938 Před 2 lety

    Our Pittsburgh friends showed us Anna Maria island and drove us all the way south over the bridges back to Lido Key and Sarasota. It is beautiful!

  • @costaplenty7482
    @costaplenty7482 Před 3 lety +3

    My dream is to get a truckcamper and kayak, drive and fish the whole of Florida. You have the best channel showing all of these beautiful places. Regards from Greece.

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před 3 lety +2

      Yep thats the way to go. That is how My dad and I traveled when I was a kid, a Truck & Camper. God bless Greece.

    • @thomasbarlow3973
      @thomasbarlow3973 Před 3 lety

      I retire in Oct and almost done with my camper van conversion. I grew up in Florida and plan on spending my winters in various beach towns. Have a inflatable sup and folding e bike is on order.

  • @isabelstephenson9487
    @isabelstephenson9487 Před 2 lety

    My favorite place to relax!❤️❤️

  • @lisadoetsch5618
    @lisadoetsch5618 Před 3 lety +1

    Wonderful! Thank you!

    • @Aaron-lw1di
      @Aaron-lw1di Před 2 lety

      Hi Lisa,hope you are doing good ?

  • @matthewz2065
    @matthewz2065 Před 3 lety

    THANK UUU AGAIN!

  • @jamesbutterfield721
    @jamesbutterfield721 Před 2 lety +2

    My wife and I beachcombed Anna Maria Island a day or so after a storm passed through. The variety and beauty of the shells washed up onto the beach were staggering. After walking for miles we stopped at a beachside restaurant (there were only a couple) Had a meal and something to drink. Then a performer played guitar with one hand and flute with the other both at the same time. He was surprisingly good on both. We drove back to the motel we had booked as we were driving around Florida for a month on vacation. Many highlights from that whole trip but that day on Anna Maria Island was special to us both. It was like a day out of time.
    Anyway that's not why you called. Thought this video was good, but the guy doing the voice-over kinda made my teeth itch

  • @melann4065
    @melann4065 Před 2 lety

    Great information thanks so much!

  • @suzanne5971
    @suzanne5971 Před 3 lety +3

    I love that you include pet friendly tips. I wish you would include more price ranges for different accommodations. Also, thank you for the extensive list of info in the description. Thank you! 💝

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před 3 lety

      Thankyou for the advice, yea we are trying to do that more now. Thanks for the feedback

    • @Aaron-lw1di
      @Aaron-lw1di Před 2 lety

      Hi there

    • @olehillbilly4331
      @olehillbilly4331 Před 2 lety

      Oh, it's expensive as hell. Better have some money saved up

  • @seanblake4688
    @seanblake4688 Před rokem +1

    I grew up going to visit my grandparents here on AMI. Have amazing memories, thank you for bringing back some of my childhood nostalgia. I hope to get back here one day. It looks a lot more built up from what I remember! I used to get grouper sandwiches at the Bridge Street Pier, sounds like they changed to an Oyster bar. Thanks again!

  • @tinksbell3997
    @tinksbell3997 Před 3 lety +1

    I genuinely love all your videos so much info to take in, you do an amazing job, heading there in July I cant wait!

  • @GM-bb6qz
    @GM-bb6qz Před 3 lety

    Thank you for sharing this amazing place! Semper Fi sir! Thank you for your service!

  • @genehinders9769
    @genehinders9769 Před rokem

    We've only been to AMI for a day or so as we visited while actually staying up in Clearwater Beach.
    The end of Jan/Feb we're going to stay on Anna Maria Island for about a week before we have to head back home to Iowa.
    I'd bookmarked a few places on my Google Maps page and after watching this video we are even more excited about our stay!
    Your videos are awesome...great views and excellent information to accompany the sights and places.
    Thank you!!

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před rokem +1

      Thankyou, glad to help. While both are crowded, AMI has alot more space and nature.. to me, more of a true FL beach experience

    • @genehinders9769
      @genehinders9769 Před rokem

      @@TampaAerialMedia yep...looking for a nice quiet end to our trip.

  • @glory70x
    @glory70x Před 2 lety

    Wow so much to memorize and explore

  • @christinesteadman7939
    @christinesteadman7939 Před 2 lety

    It is BLISS there.

  • @andydiverde8431
    @andydiverde8431 Před 3 lety

    My family and I love this place!

  • @johnnymanning4920
    @johnnymanning4920 Před 3 lety +10

    We just bought a vacation home not too far from the island and I’m really looking forward to going there this summer with my family. Thank you for this video and all of the other Florida videos. Best travel videos on CZcams in my opinion 🌴

  • @Dick_Justice_304
    @Dick_Justice_304 Před 3 lety

    Wonderful!

  • @shae482
    @shae482 Před 2 lety +1

    Love the video! Always watch this when I’m missing my “second home”. Me and my family have been vacationing from Kentucky to the island on and off since 2005. It’s truly a beautiful and amazing place with great people! And the food is amazing! Beach house and the city pier are our favorite places to grab some food! Haven’t been back since 2016 unfortunately.

  • @davidrocque1587
    @davidrocque1587 Před 2 měsíci

    I went there a few times in the 80s and 90s. My favorite beaches outside of Hawai’i. I imagine it’s changed a lot in the last 30 years…

  • @rgreer123
    @rgreer123 Před 3 lety

    Love it, very helpful

  • @drsushiraj
    @drsushiraj Před 3 lety

    Really informative. Couldn't find anything like this channel. Thank you so much

  • @deanstein3093
    @deanstein3093 Před rokem +1

    The best thing I did was leave this city its nothing to do boring, I live in Hallandale Beach which is next Miami and Hollywood Beach the night life is amazing and its always some were to go and enjoy yourself.

  • @JC-po6yj
    @JC-po6yj Před 3 lety +1

    OMG!! amazing video!! thanks for everything you have done during this 2020!! Your videos have been with me during all this pandemic! Thanks Thanks Thanks!

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před 3 lety

      Thankyou Joaquim, happy to give you some enjoyment, thankyou for letting us know.

  • @madelynl.1242
    @madelynl.1242 Před 3 lety

    This was super helpful, thanks!

  • @jozsefgabor3978
    @jozsefgabor3978 Před 3 lety

    We are so lucky to enjoy this area for a last 10 years in winter time.Thank you to making this nice video.

  • @TheSassySpoon
    @TheSassySpoon Před 3 lety

    Fabulous!!!

  • @pamappleby1400
    @pamappleby1400 Před 3 lety +3

    Glad to see you go in depth with my local beaches- great video- I personally hope it never makes a top list- the beauty of these beaches and the surrounding neighborhood without mega resort style beachfront is the absolute charm of the area. Beautiful drone footage! Thank you!

    • @TampaAerialMedia
      @TampaAerialMedia  Před 3 lety +1

      yep true, I think Anna Maria has local ordinances that would prevent a mega resort from opening up.

  • @OlivierRodriguez
    @OlivierRodriguez Před 3 lety +1

    Wow... Best video I´ve seen this month... !!!

  • @MichaelSmith-Moving
    @MichaelSmith-Moving Před 3 lety +2

    I was there in April 2021 Absolutely amazing look forward to going back.
    Definitely recommend the Waterfront Restaurant

  • @kamalakantabaro
    @kamalakantabaro Před rokem

    Sweet

  • @josiecottone4051
    @josiecottone4051 Před 3 lety +1

    Love AMI! 🏖
    🌸💕🌸💕🌸

    • @Aaron-lw1di
      @Aaron-lw1di Před 2 lety

      Hi Josie, hope you are doing good ?

  • @floridafamilylivin8735

    We love living here!

  • @xxcuckiexx
    @xxcuckiexx Před 3 lety

    Thank you for your sharing this video.👍❤️💯

  • @mikemc330
    @mikemc330 Před 3 lety

    These videos are very well done. I truly enjoy them. Thanks...

  • @cmp2441
    @cmp2441 Před 3 lety

    What an amazing review of AMI! WOW!

  • @beckyyoung7395
    @beckyyoung7395 Před 2 lety

    This is a 5 star review!!! Great job!
    Can’t wait to visit!

  • @ajjay360production6
    @ajjay360production6 Před 3 lety +1

    Love it. Keep them coming. Beautiful ending too.

  • @jeduardo38
    @jeduardo38 Před 3 lety

    Another Great Video, Thank you So much.

  • @richardfrancis5406
    @richardfrancis5406 Před 3 lety

    Another awesome video! Thank you..