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Anna Maria Chamber of Commerce 5337 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 Phone: (941) 778-1541 Fax: (941) 778-9679 www.annamariaislandchamber.com

FLAUSA - CLICK HERE!  

State of Florida tourist information site www.flausa.com 
Manatee Chamber of Commerce Manatee Chamber of Commerce
P.O Box 321    222 10th Street West,  Bradenton, FL 34206-0321
(941)748-3411 Fax: (941)745-1877
 

Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
P.O. Box 1000 Bradenton, FL 34206-1000
Telephone: (941) 729-9177, Help Desk extension 234
Fax: (941) 729-1820 E-mail: bacvb@hotmail.com
     www.flagulfislands.com Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

   
   
Churches Episcopal Church of the Annunciation (778-1638)
First Church of Christ, Scientist (778-4266)
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church (778-1813)
Harvey Memorial Church (753-1543)
Island Baptist Church (778-0719)
Roser Memorial Church (778-0414)
St. Bernard Catholic Church (778-4769)
  United Way of Manatee
internet service Anna Maria Island
   
Local City Government Manatee Co. Government

Anna Maria City  10005 Gulf Dr., Anna Maria - 941-708-6130

 

Holmes Beach  5901 Marine Drive, Holmes Beach - 941-708-5800

Bradenton Beach 107 Gulf Dr. N., Bradenton Beach - 941-778-1005

Manatee County (main site)

Manatee County Tax Collector

 (Island Branch)
Manatee County Supervisor of Elections
 

News Papers

Bradenton Herald  (748-0411)
The Bradenton Shopping Guide (748-4344)
The Islander Bystander (778-7978)
Longboat Observer (383-5509)
Anna Maria Island Sun (778-3986)
Manatee Herald Tribune (742-6100)

Hospitals

 Manatee Memorial Manatee Memorial, Bradenton - 512 beds 746-5111
 Blake Medical Center HCA.L.W. Blake Hospital, Bradenton - 343 beds 792-6611

 

Guide To the West Coast of Florida & Anna Maria Island www.2fla.com
Establishing
Residency
Buy Property, Pay property/real estate taxes, Register to vote, obtain vehicle tags, obtain driver's licence, obtain Declaration of Domicle
Education Anna Maria Elementary School, Holmes Beach
 
  • Grades Kindergarten-5th grade 708-5525 Grades 6-12 are transported by bus to appropriate county schools
  • Island Middle School 778-5200
  • Manatee County has 58 schools, private and public
  • Bradenton Academy 792-7838
  • Manatee Area Vocational Technical Center 751-7900
  • Manatee Community College 755-1511
  • Transportation Manatee County Area Transit operates trolleys throughout the island.
    Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is accessed by major airlines and three commuter lines.
    Highways
  • Off I-75 - 3 exits
  • Main East and west artery, SR 64 or Manatee Avenue
  • Ellenton Via 301
  • Bradenton SR 70
  • Financial Institutions Bank of America (778-4566)
    Coast Bank of Florida (792-5900)
    Communtiy Bank (756-0099)
    First National Bank of Manatee (778-4900)
    Wachovia (795-3100)
     

    Bay News 9

    Bishop Planetarium

    Regal Cruises

     




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    "Away Down South in. Florida?" (Gamble Plantation in Ellenton)

    http://www.peanut.org/users/mike/text/Gamble.htm 

    "A Couple of Steps into Florida. and Way Back in Time" (Cedar Key, Dinosaur World)

    http://www.peanut.org/users/mike/text/Acoupleo.htm 

    Beaches of the World  .

    TAMPA

    Tampa Bay Sports Teams

    Tampa Bay Devil Rays - 
    Major League Baseball

    Click here for parking info/ maps.

     
    Tampa Bay Lightning -
     NHL Hockey

     

    Historic Ybor City
    Ybor City which is the place to go out in the Tampa Bay area. Ybor city is also where the Guavaween festival is held every October. On the way to Ybor City,
    Ybor City  Discover Cuban food and culture.
    Ybor City Guided Walking Tour    1818 9th Avenue
    The cigar-rolling capital of the world
    Ybor City Brewing Company Tours 2205 North 20th Street, Tampa, FL
    Got a thirst on?
    Ybor City Ghost Walk, Inc. Tours  157 Biscayne Avenue Tampa, FL
       
       
       

     

     

     

       
       
       
        
       
       
    Congo River Golf   
    Congo River Golf

    4011 E. Busch Blvd
    Tampa, FL 33617
    813-988-9888
    Adventure Island
    Adventure Island
      36 acres of aquatic family fun!
    10001 Malcolm McKinley Drive Tampa, FL Adventure Island  Phone: 813-987-5600
     
    Busch Gardens  
    http://www.buschgardens.com/
     Animals, roller coasters & more! Busch Gardens - Tampa
    3000 East Busch Boulevard Tampa, FL
    Busch Gardens Phone: 813-987-5082 Busch Gardens,Busch Gardens
    Celebration Station Tampa, FL!  Bring your family, bring your friends, bring your whole group to the place where the excitement is endless. Open year 'round, we have indoor and outdoor activities and plenty of good things to eat and drink.
    Address:
      10230 Palm River Road
    Tampa, FL 33619 Phone: 813-661-4557
    Ace Golf Range & Batting Practice Center     820 S. Kings Avenue , Brandon, FL
    Bobby's Seminole Indian Village 5221 Orient Road Tampa, FL
    Brandon Town Center 100 Brandon Town Center Drive, Brandon, FL 
    The Clayground    Make it, paint it, bake it!  The Clayground
    1729 East 7th Avenue,Tampa, FL 33605
    813-241-CLAY
    Florida Aquarium
    Florida Aquarium 
        Over 4,000 species of fish and other animals.
    701 Channelside Drive Tampa, FL
    The Florida Aquarium Phone: 813-273-4000
    Henry B. Plant Museum Tours  401 East Kennedy Boulevard  Tampa, FL
    Harbour Island   800 South Harbour Island Boulevard Tampa, FL
       
    Lowry Park Zoo
    http://www.lowryparkzoo.com/
     
    Animals from four continents.     One of the nation's top three mid-sized zoos.
    7530 North Boulevard  Tampa, FL  Phone: 813-935-8552

    Museum of Science and Industry 

    http://www.mosi.org/   Interactive science! 
    4801 E. Fowler Ave, Tampa.Fl.33617
    813-987-6100
    Olde Hyde Park Village Old Hyde Park
    11509 West Swann Ave. Tampa, FL 33606
    813-251-3500
       
       
    Putt-Putt Golf & Games   2400 E. Busch Blvd Tampa, FL
    Port of Tampa Tours
     
    811 Wynkoop Road
    Tampa, FL 33601
    813-272-0555
       
    Tampa Electric's Big Bend Manatee Viewing Center   Manatee Heaven.  6990 Dickman Road Apollo Beach, Fl
    Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center Tour  Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center The Southeast’s largest performing arts center.   1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place Tampa, FL (813) 222-1000
    State Fairgrounds Tampa Calendar of Events.  http://www.floridastatefair.com/events_calendar.html P.O. Box 11766 Tampa 33680 Phone:1-800-345-

    Tampa Bay Visitor Information center   3601 East busch Boulevard Tampa, FL

    Tampa Museum of Art Tours  Guided tours of Tampa Museum offered.
    600 North Ashley Drive Tampa, FL

    Tampa Theatre Tour  711 Franklin Street Tampa, FL 
    Visit a landmark theater.

    the University of Tampa with its Russian-Floridian architecture-.

     

    Walking Tour of Tampa   600 North Ashley Drive Tampa, FL

    Wildlife on Easy Street   12802 Easy Street Tampa, FL

     

     

    attractions section  

    http://www.beachdirectory.com/main.html 

    Florida USA - Tampa portion of the Florida Tourism Site 

     http://home.digitalcity.com/tampabay/visitorsguide/   

    Tampa.Com  - Information about the Tampa Bay AreaTampa's Downtown  - What's going on downtown  Intro to Tampa Bay - Tampa Chamber of Commerce Tampa Bay - Local Tampa Bay Area Guide TampaBay.com - St. Petersburg Times guide to the Tampa Bay AreaTampa's Official Visitors Site - Tampa Convention and Visitors Bureau

    Tampa's Downtown  - What's going on downtown 

     Intro to Tampa Bay - Tampa Chamber of Commerce

    Tampa Bay - Local Tampa Bay Area Guide 

    TampaBay.com   - St. Petersburg Times guide to the Tampa Bay Area

    Tampa's Official Visitors Site - Tampa Convention and Visitors Bureau

    Florida USA - Tampa portion of the Florida Tourism Site  

    Tampa - an extensive guide to Tampa,

    Beach Directory - detailed information about the entire Suncoast, 

    Baseball.com  

      Citrus Directory - a comprehensive directory for business and information within Citrus County, Florida. 

    Bradenton and Manatee County - published by the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.

     

    Other sites of interest that cover the region

    Dinosaur World  Stick your head in a full-scale dino's mouth.

    Florida Orchestra   (813) 286-1170

    Florida International Museum   Phone: (800) 777-9882 

    The Pier Aquarium   800 2nd Avenue NE  St. Petersburg, FL 

    Salvador Dali Museum  Devoted to the Spanish surrealist.


    Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary  See local wildlife.

     

    Florida Guide - a great web site for people looking for real estate, home builders, financing and general information about real estate in Florida and the Florida Panhandle.

    ANNA MARIA ISLAND
    Anna Maria Boat Club - Holmes Beach - offers jet ski and boat rentals as well as club memberships.

    Anna Maria Chamber of Commerce

    Anna Maria Island Historical Society is one of the best local historical societies in Florida. They are open four days a week and can be reached at (941) 778-0492.

    Anna Maria Island Art League
      5312 Holmes Blvd.   Holmes Beach, FL. 34217        778-2099

    Anna Maria Boat Club - Holmes Beach - offers jet ski and boat rentals as well as club memberships.

    Anything Goes Inc. - Anna Maria - offers collectible dolls & bears.

    ANNA MARIA ISLAND
    402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria Island  Bradenton, FL  778-0492
    10 A.M. - 1 P.M. Tue. Wed. Thur. and Sun. 

    Bayview Plaza, Anna Maria Island     

    Beach Bistro    http://www.beachbistro.com/ 
    E-mail: mail@beachbistro.com  6600 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 Anna Maria Island

    Custom Communications Service
      PO Box 1727   Anna Maria, FL. 34216        730-1608

    Dolphin Dreams Charters...  Anna Maria Island Florida -  http://users1.ee.net/tfickes/dolphin/main.htm  

    Gulf Drive Cafe -Island cafe with a patio right on the beach

    Galati Yacht Sales -Anna Maria - marine service, repairs, sales of new and used boats.

    Island Real Estate - Serving the Island since 1970!

     Island Rental & Scooters 3214 East Bay Drive   Holmes Beach, FL. 34217      462-2719

    Island Florist  5312 Marina Drive   Holmes Beach, FL.  34217      778-4751

     Island Gallery West   http://www.amisland.com/gallery
      5348 Gulf Drive   Holmes Beach, FL.  34217       778-7068

    J & J Graphics 5304 Holmes Blvd. Holmes Beach, FL.  34217     778-6541 

    Jack Elka Photographics   778-2711      Email:elka@gate.net
     PO Box 582   Anna Maria, FL. 34216       

       Mahina La Catamaran Adventures Phone: 941.713.8000 docked at Cortez Bridge - Near the Seafood Shack- Cortez - 34217

    Native Rentals, Inc.
     5302 Marina Drive   Holmes Beach, FL. 34217      778-7757

    Neumann's Island Beach Store http://annamaria.net/neumanns/ Email: neu@quixnet.net
    427 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, FL, 34216 ~ 941-778-3316 ~ 1-877-871-5152

    OMA Pizza & Italian Restaurant  http://www.worldamerica.com/oma.htm e-mail mailto:oma@worldamerica.com tel. 941 778 0771 or 941 778 0772 
    201 N. Gulf Drive  Bradenton Beach, 34217 Florida
     

    Paradise Inc. - Realty Management Inc. - Gulf Drive - Bradenton Beach, Florida

    Roser Memorial Community Church  

    Rotten Ralph's Restaurant   902 South Bay Blvd.   PO Box 2239    Anna Maria, FL. 34216          778-3953

    Ultra-Violet Expressions    315 Hardin Avenue   P. O. Box 1553   Anna Maria, FL. 34216        778-9503

     http://www.hcc-online.com/floridahistory/westcoastfla/annamari.htm 

    http://annamaria.net/

    http://members.aol.com/Wsresort/8.html

    http://www.annamaria.com/

    http://www.pe.net/%7Erksnow/flcountyannamaria.htm 

    http://www.manatee-online.com/anna-maria/direct.html

     http://www.oyster-bar.com/ 

     http://annamariaislandchamber.org/  

    http://www.annamariaisland.net/aboutus.html

    State OF FLORIDA

    http://florida.com/    

    http://www.sarasota-folio.com/html/body_bridgetender.html

    http://njesusname.com/

    http://goingtothebeach.com/usa/index.htm

    Longboat Key 

    Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce  http://www.longboatkeychamber.com/ 
              6854 Gulf of Mexico Drive
              Longboat Key, FL 34228

    We'll mail your requests promptlySimply call us at (941) 383-2466

    Moore's Stone Crab Restaurant on Longboat Key...    email mooresrest@earthlink.net
    Tel: 941-383-1748 · Toll Free: 1-888-968-CRAB (2722)
    Fax: 941-383-7796 · Toll Free Fax: 1-888-419-CLAW (2529)
    by Land: 800 Broadway Street ¨ Longboat Key, Florida
    By Sea: Between Markers 39 & 40 on the Intra Coastal Waterway

    Corbino Galleries  5350 Gulf of Mexico Drive - Longboat Key - 34228  Phone: 941-387-0822

    Eilene & Gene's Ceramic Island Gallery  5620 Gulf of Mexico Drive - Suite #3- Longboat Key - 34228 Phone: 941-383-2006

    Longboat Framing Gallerie  6824 Gulf of Mexico Drive - Longboat Key - 34228  Phone: 941-383-8914

    Capt. Dave Vaught  595 Dream Island Road - Longboat Key - 34228  Phone: 941-920-4294

    Village Grocery  6310 Gulf of Mexico Drive - Longboat Key - 34228  Phone: 941.383.0858

    BRADENTON
      Manatee Airboat Tours, Inc.
    docked at Perico Harbour on Manatee Avenue - Bradenton - 34209 Phone: 941-795-5353

    Bradenton Area Convention and Visitor's Bureau at 1-800-4-Manatee. Refer to the Beach 

    Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau

    Bradenton hearld http://www.bhip.com/  

    Babcock Wilderness Adventures If you wish to experience the thrill of meeting panthers, bison, birds, and dozens of wild alligators face to face, then this tour is a must
    URL:http://www.babcockwilderness.com/

    Bishiop Planetarium  201 10th Street West  Bradenton, Florida 34205  (941) 746-4131
    Located on the Manatee River waterfront and taking up an entire city block, the South Florida Museum, Bishop Planetarium, and Parker Manatee Aquarium is a unique educational resource.

    Bradenton Sarasota  International Airport  6000 Airport Circle - Sarasota - 34243 Phone: 941-359-5200

    DESOTO SPEEDWAY  Best & Most Complete Stock Car Racing in the Area
    21000A State Route 64 E.   Bradenton, FL 34202
    941-748-3171   Fax: 941-746-3424

    DeSOTO MUSEUM
    201 10th St. West   Bradenton, FL   747-1998
    9 A.M. - 5 P.M. Tue. - Fri.

    De Soto National Memorial   Programs at the park explain the prevailing 16th century Spanish cultural values and the inevitable clash with the native cultures the expedition encountered.  

    Mixon Fruit Farms
    Fresh Citrus Fruit from Mixon Fruit Farms, Inc. 
    Florida's Sweetest Attraction   http://www.mixon.com/
    2712 26th Avenue East, P.O Box 25200 Bradenton, Florida 34206-5200
    (941) 748-5829 • 1-800-608-2525 Fax: (941) 748-1085 Email: Info@Mixon.com

    PINNACLE MEDICAL GROUP  Walkin clinic

    http://www.see-florida.com/Bradenton/index.html  

    seahorse
    http://www.seahorseinc.com/
     
    12012 Cortez Road West  Cortez FL, 34215 (941)792-1336

    http://www.bistroatislandsend.com/beachframe.htm

    SOUTH FLORIDA MUSEUM    201 10th St. W Bradenton, FL 746-4132
    10 A.M. - 5 P.M. Tue. - Sat. | Noon - 5 P.M. Sunday

    Welcome to Autoway Ford - Bill Graham Ford is Manatee Counties largest automotive dealership for over 30 years.

    Wishful Thinkin Farms - Nature-Trail Horseback Riding  Manatee County Phone:(941)322-1074 Camping, Fishing, Hayrides and Horseback Riding. Chaperoned. All Ages May Ride… Reservations Required! One Hour From Anna Maria Island!   :http://annamaria.net/wthinkn/

    Lake Manatee State Recreation Area Phone:(941) 741-3028 Full Facility Camping, Primitive Camping, Recreation, Canoeing, Swimming, Fishing, Boat Ramp, Picnicking, Hiking/Nature Trails, Recreation Area http://annamaria.net/state/parks/lakemanatee

    Egmont Key National Wildlife Refuge Phone:(352) 563-2088 Group/Youth Camping, Recreation, Swimming, Fishing and Hiking/Nature Trails. Just a short travel by boat from Anna Maria Island. http://annamaria.net/state/parks/egmontkey 

    http://www.nexteen.com/english.htm 

     

    Ellenton, FL

    J.P. Igloo  http://jpigloo.com/ 
    5309 29th Street East
    Ellenton, FL. 34222-4116 The 115,000 square foot state of the art domed "igloo-like" facility offers the community a sporting center for recreational and entertainment activities for all ages. Inside the structure are two NHL size ice rinks and a USA Hockey Official inline rink, a fitness center, video game room, four party rooms, four conference rooms on the second floor and a full service restaurant with catering capabilities. Numerous programs will be offered at the site including: hockey and figure skating for all ages and levels.

    Edison/Ford Winter Estate Phone: (941) 332-6634

    Gamble Plantation State Historic Site
    3708 Patten Avenue
    Ellenton, FL

    CLEARWATER BEACH

    Clearwater Beach offers a large marina, where you can either go out for an adrenaline-rush aboard the Sea Screamer, go dolphin watching, or go out on the Gulf on a variety of other types of boats.

    Big Ben Pub - (727) 446-8809 A British pub on Clearwater beach!

    Club Liquid Blue  -Clearwater night club, great staff and service  (727) 446-4000

    Celebration Station (727) 791-1799 Family-oriented entertainment complex featuring rides, games and much more

    Harborview Center(727) 462-6778 35,000 sq. ft conference center, for gatherings of 40 - 1,400 people

    Capt. Memo's Pirate Cruises(727) 446-2587
    Fun for all ages. Daytime and sunset cruises

    Clearwater Marine Aquarium(727) 447-0980

    Clearwater Beach Pier 60  Highway 60 Clearwater, FL

    Capt. Bligh's Landing No Mutiny Here. 630 Gulfview Blvd. South
    Clearwater, FL

    Captain Memo's Pirate Cruise -Ahoy! Embark on a pirate cruise. 25 Causeway Boulevard Clearwater, FL

    Celebration Station -  24546 U.S. 19 N  Clearwater, FL

    Clearwater Marine Aquarium- A window to the sea. 249 Windward Passage Clearwater, FL

    Congo River Golf -20060 U.S. 19 N Clearwater, Fl

    Congo River Golf -20060 U.S. 19 North Clearwater, FL

    The Harbor view Center -300 Cleveland Street Clearwater, FL

    The Long Center(727) 726-2181 Recreation complex with a wide array of indoor and outdoor sports.

    Orange Blossom Groves   18200 Us Hwy 19  Clearwater, FL

    Ruth Eckerd Hall  (727) 791-7400   1111 McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater.   Musical, dance and educational programs in a state-of-the-art setting

    Sea Screamer World's largest speedboat. 25 Causeway Boulevard Clearwater, FL

    Sky Screamer Parasailing 25 Causeway Boulevard Clearwater, FL

    Starlite Cruises -1-800-444-4814 (727) 462-2628
    Dinner Dance cruises, Luncheon cruises, sightseeing cruises and more.

    SAND KEY
    Florida Gulf Coast Art Center (727) 584-8634 222 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Belleair  Educational programs, workshops, and diverse
    exhibitions schedule. Admission is free
    INDIAN SHORES
      Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary. (727) 391-6211   18328 Gulf Boulevard  Indian Shores, FL  The sanctuary has some permanent residents, but releases about 20 birds per day that have been nursed back to health. Free admission, but donations gratefully accepted.    
    MADEIRA BEACH
    The cities of Madeira Beach and Treasure Island face each other  across John's Pass, the location of the famous John's Pass Boardwalk and Village

     Europa SeaKruz (Dine - Dance - Casino)  (727) 393-5110

    Holocaust Memorial Museum (727) 392-4678  5001 113th Street, Madeira Beach Hosts traveling exhibits on the
    Holocaust and World War II.

    Hubbards Sea Adventures  150 John's Pass Boardwalk  Madeira Beach, FL 337708  Fun narrated tours daily. Dolphin watching cruises, and beach BBQ trips to Shell Island and Egmont Key.  (727) 393-1947  800-755-0677

    Hubbard's Marina Cruises  An aquatic buffet. 150 John's Pass Boardwalk Madeira Beach, FL

    Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf  423 150th Avenue  Madeira

    Smugglers Cove Adventure   15395 Gulf Boulevard Madeira Beach, FL

    Smuggler's Cove Adventure Golf Take Your Pick. 15395 Gulf Blvd Beach, FL

    (ST. PETERSBURG) PINELLAS COUNTY
      St. Pete Beach, with it's famous historic landmark the Don Cesar Hotel (pictured below) offers a vibrant entertainment scene, and the only winery in the county: Florida Orange Groves and Winery. Their award-winning wines are all made from fruit and citrus. Stop by for a free wine tasting session.

    Bay front Center & Mahaffey Theater (727) 892-5767     400 1st St. S., St. Petersburg Arena and performing arts theater featuring a multitude of entertainment.

    The Coliseum  (727) 892-5202 535 4th Ave. N., St. Petersburg One of the nation's largest dance floors, featuring a variety of live entertainment.

    Dali Museum (727) 823-3767

     Derby Lane Greyhound Racing (727) 576-1361

    Derby Lane  10490 Gandy Blvd. St. Petersburg, FL 

    Dome District  Central Avenue St. Petersburg, FL

    The Don Cesar Hotel (Historic Landmark)   (727) 360-1881

    Fort De Soto Park (Historic Place, Beach Park)  (727) 360-1881

    Florida Marine Research Institute 100 8th Avenue SE  St. Petersburg, FL

    Florida Power Park 230 South 1st Street St. Petersburg, FL

    Gulf Beaches Historical Museum  (727) 360-2491    115 10th Ave., St. Pete Beach  The museum's exhibits trace the rich history of the barrier islands.

    Great Explorations  (727) 821-8885

    H.M.S. Bounty  (727) 821-6443
    HMS Bounty  800 2nd Avenue Northeast St. Petersburg, FL 

    Museum of Fine Arts  (727) 896-2667

    The St. Pete Pier, a unique recreation and shopping spot,  The Pier(727) 821-6164

    P. Buckley Moss Gallery - "the People's Artist".727) 894-3767 

    Polynesian Putter  Simplicity Itself.  4999 Gulf Blvd St. Petersburg Beach, FL

     Pioneer Village Settlement 2900 31st Street South St. Petersburg, FL

     Ruins de El Dorado Adventure Golf Beachy Challenge. 5301 Gulf Blvd St. Petersburg Beach, FL

    Science Center of Pinellas County  7701 22nd Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL  

    Shell Key Shuttle (727) 360-1348 801 Pass-A-Grille Way St. Pete Beach, Florida

    St. Petersburg Museum of History (727) 894-1052 Displays and exhibits depicting St. Petersburg's past. Also home to an exact replica of the world's first commercial airliner.

    Sunken Gardens  (727) 896-3186

    St. Petersburg Junior College Planetarium Stargazing, with help.  69th St. North & Fifth Avenue St. Petersburg, FL

    St. Petersburg Pier Experience the waterfront in the bay area. 800 Second Avenue St. Petersburg, FL

    Sunken Gardens 1825 4th Street North St. Petersburg, FL

    Tropicana Field  (727) 825-3100 Home to the Tampa Bay Devil Rays   

    SARASOTA
    ASOLO THEATRE COMPANY 5555 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota Theatre
    941-351-8000 · 1-800-361-8388

    Circus Sarasota  P.O. Box 18636 Sarasota, FL

    THE ENTERPRISE Docked at Marina Jack's  US Hwy 41  •  941-951-1833  mailto:theenterprisesailing@i-opener.net 
    Tall Masted Sailing Cruises - Food & Beverages included
    ˝ Day, 2 Hour, Sunset Cruises & Private Charters.  Maximum 12 Sailors
    Explore Sarasota via the Gulf or Intracoastal on a 41' 2-masted triple sail vessel

    G. WIZ - GULFCOAST WONDER & IMAGINATION ZONE
    1001 Blvd. of the Arts  Sarasota, FL 906-1851 a world where science comes alive.
    Imagine the mysteries of the world unfolding before your very eyes.
    This is the Gulfcoast Wonder & Imagination Zone

    Gulf Coast World of Science 8251 15th St. East.
    Sarasota (941) 359-9975
    Dig for fossils, blow up a hot air balloon, touch live snakes and more. Special events are offered on Saturday mornings.

    PELICAN MAN'S BIRD SANCTUARY    Pelican Man's Bird Sanctuary Pelican Man's Bird Santuary
    Come & Visit Florida's Largest Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation Center
    See Fabulous Wild Birds—Pelicans, Gulls, Egrets, Herons, Owls, Hawks, etc.
    1708 Ken Thompson Pkwy. Sarasota, FL 34236
    941-388-4444   Fax: 941-388-3258   Founded by birdlover Dale Shields. 
    1708 Ken Thompson Parkway Sarasota, FL


    THE PLAYERS
    838 N. Tamiami Trail Downtown Sarasota Musical Theatre
    941-365-2494 · Fax: 954-0282

    The Lieberman Gallery
    1991 Main Street, Suite 244 Sarasota, FL 388-1530
    The Lieberman Gallery is a non-profit art "viewing" center dedicated to exhibiting contemporary and challenging works by artists living and working in Sarasota and Manatee counties.  hours: 9AM to 9PM daily. Free.

    http://www.4sarasota.com/Sarasota/Attractions/gallery.html

    Marie Selby Botanical Gardens  Phone: (941) 366-5730 811 S. Palm Avenue Sarasota, FL http://www.selby.org/  Marie Selby Botanical Gardens 11 bay-front acres are an open-air and under-glass museum of more than 20,000 colorful plants 

    Mote Marine Laboratory  1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy Mote Marine Aquarium
    Not your ordinary aquarium.  1600 Ken Thompson Parkway Sarasota, FL
    Lido Key (941) 388-4441 Famous research center that conducts research all over Florida. Open to the publicMote Marine Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit research organization dedicated to excellence in marine and environmental sciences
    http://marinelab.sarasota.fl.us/.

    Manatee County Tax Collector

    Myakka River State Park Exit 37 on I-75,
    then 9 miles east (941) 361-6511 Florida's largest state park has a lot to offer - canoeing, biking, hiking and just plain relaxation. A personal favorite.

    Sarasota Classic Car Museum  811 South Palm Ave  Sarasota (941) 366-5730
    120-car collection, four of which are cars personally used by John Ringling

    CARS & MUSIC OF YESTERDAY MUSEUM
    5500 Tamiami Trail North   355-6228    9:30 A.M. - 5:30 P.M. Daily

    Sarasota Jungle Gardens  3701 Bay Shore Road Sarasota, FL

    Selby Gardens  811 South Palm Avenue Sarasota, FL

    SARASOTA BAY EXPLORERS
    Sea Life Excursions / Kayak Adventures
    Enjoy a Wildlife/Marine Life Adventure Cruise aboard our 40' Pontoon boat with On-Board
    Marine Biologist. Also, Kayak Trips into Florida Back water for "up close" Fun! Located
    at Mote Marine Aquarium  •  941-388-4200  Fax: 941-927-1519  sarabayexplorer@aol.com

    St. Armand's Circle, an up-scale shopping center on Lido Key just south of Anna Maria, draws visitors from near and far. They also have a very comprehensive web site.

    Sarasota Convention & Visitor's Bureau

    Sarasota Arts Council

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     Le Bare Tropical Cruises  Baywatch For Real. 2 Marina Place Sarasota, FL

    The Ringling Museum's http://www.ringling.org/ 
    5401 Bay Shore Road   355-5101 Phone: (941) 359-5700
    collection includes over 500 years of art

    Ringling Museum of Art  / THE RINGLING MUSEUM OF ART

    Galleria Silecchia 20 S. Palm Avenue - Sarasota - 34236  Phone: 941-365-7414

    Miguel's Studio/Digital Artists 253B Links Avenue, South - Towels Court- Sarasota - 34236
    Phone: 941-951-1873

    Perry Sherwood Gallery 24-A N. Blvd. of Presidents - Sarasota - 34236
    Phone: 941-388-5334

    Tile Art Ltd. (Hand Painted Tiles) 835 S. Osprey Avenue - #204- Sarasota - 34236
    Phone: 941.957.1394

    Wyland Galleries 465 John Ringling Blvd. - Sarasota - 34236
    Phone: 941-388-5331 

    http://4sarasota.com/Sarasota/Restaurants/index1.html  

    Tarpon Springs
    Konger Coral Sea Aquarium Tarpon Springs Aquarium
    (727) 938-5378   850 Dodecanese Blvd., Tarpon Springs
    120,000 gallon main tank aquarium plus other displays featuring marine life.

    Medieval Brass Rubbing Center and Museum  (727) 934-6760 822 Dodecanese Blvd. Tarpon Springs

    Spongeorama (727) 942-3771 510 Dodecanese Blvd., Tarpon Springs
    A museum, theater and gift shop which captures the history of the sponge industry.

    Punta Gorda
    Babcock Wilderness Adventures 1-800-500-5583   8000 State Road 31 Punta Gorda
    Eco-tours on a 90,000 acre ranch (approx. 35 square kilometers). Info in German as well. 30 miles north of Fort Myers. 

    Broadway Palm Dinner Theater  phone: (941) 278-1380

    Fort Myers

    Seminole Gulf Railway 800-SEM-GULF  (941) 275-8487  Fort Myers
    Dinner train, murder mystery train and many other offerings.

    Imaginarium  (941) 337-3332    Fort Myers
    The hands-on museum that kids (and adults) will love.  

    Lee County Alliance of the Arts Fort Myers
    (941) 939-ARTS (2787)  information about everything from the Cape Coral Community Theater to the Sanibel Music Festival.

    Manatee Park (941) 432-2004 Fort Myers
    Guided programs during the manatee season (November through March)

     

     Sanibel

    J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge Sanibel
    6,000 acre  refuge,  bird watching, walks and nature appreciation.

    Periwinkle Place 2075 Periwinkle Way Sanibel
    Sanibel's largest shopping center, 36 unique stores.

    The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum  Phone: (941) 395-2233 3075 Sanibel- Captiva Road Sanibel Sanibel's largest shopping center, 36 unique stores.

    Everglades Day Safari (800) 472-3069 (941) 472-1559 Sanibel
    The Everglades are one of a kind, there is nothing like it anywhere else in the world. Learn more on an eco-safari for the day.

    Everglades Eco Tours 800-304-9432 (941) 368-3252
    info@gladestour.com  Another Everglades tour operator

     NAPLES / MARCO ISLAND 
    Billie Swamp Safari

    Captain Doug's Small Airboat Rides Travel in comfort on the quietest airboats, as you enjoy the beauty and splendor of the Florida Everglades.

    Fifth Avenue South Old Naples, very picturesque, nice shops, nice for simply strolling around.

    Naples Trolley Tours   (941) 262-7300

    Nature Tours (Everglades) (941) 860-9823 ...by Loon Bay Outfitters. There are other tour operators, but none with such a good website.

    Naples Teddy Bear Museum  (941) 598-2711 The most comprehensive collection of bears in North America. More than 3000 Teddy Bears!

    Tin City Shopping and Restaurants (941) 598-2711 Over 40 eclectic shops and restaurants. Well worth a visit.

    Swamp Buggy Races (941) 598-2711 Racing in the swamps? More fun than you can imagine...

    National Audubon Society's Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Open daily 7:00 - 5:00 Site let's you go on a pretty good virtual tour. Visit the real thing 21 miles east of Naples.

    Parks on Marco Island Marco Island has no major attractions, which is part of it's quiet, peaceful charm.

    FLORIDA KEYS & KEY WEST Keys Directory  Visit KeysDirectory, our sister site, for the most complete information on the Florida Keys & Key West. Attractions, arts, restaurants, lodging and much more. Click here to visit the site

    ORLANDO AREA  

         

                       

     

    A World of Orchids (407) 396-1887
    World of Orchids - large display Kissimmee 
     tropical rain forest garden showcases thousands of rare and exotic flowering orchids from around the globe.
     
    Blizzard Beach (407) 824-4321
    Ski down the snow covered peaks of Mt Gushmore
     
    Church Street Station (407) 422-2434
    129 W. Church Street Orlando 32801
    Downtown Orlando entertainment & dining complex w/50 shops, bands
      URL: http://churchstreetstation.com/   Restaurant and entertainment area in Old Orlando. A must visit. Historic Church Street Station is Downtown Orlando, Florida' s number one nighttime dining, shopping and entertainment complex. From our grand showrooms, Rosie OGradys, The Cheyenne Saloon, and The Orchid Garden to three exquisite restaurants, unique specialty shops and the Historic Railroad Depot theres fun for the entire family  
     
     

    Central Florida Fair   4603 W. Colonial Drive Orlando 32808 Phone:(800) 555-4361Over the course of 11 days 205, 552 fairgoers passed through our gates. They joined us as we showcased our 6 counties (Orange, Osceola, Lake, Seminole, Brevard, and Volusia) and the accomplishments of the residents within them. http://centralfloridafair.com/ 

     

    Cypress Gardens (800) 282-2123
    The World's Foremost Tropical Showplace!
     Cypress Gardens  Florida's first theme park, established in 1936. 
    Cypress Gardens
    P.O. Box 1 Cypress Gardens 33884 Phone:(863) 324-2111
    http://cypressgardens.com/    features lush botanical gardens, world-acclaimed water skiing, annual floral festivals, a butterfly conservatory, Natures Way Zoo, entertaining shows, exhibits, kiddie rides and more
     
    Gatorland (407) 855-5496
    See thousands of alligators plus crocodiles, birds, reptiles and others.
     
    Green Meadows Petting Farm (407) 846-0770
    Hayrides, 300 farm animals, and more.. 
     
    Jungle land (407) 396-1012
    Walk through the park and enjoy beautiful exotic animals in a lush tropical setting.
     
    Kennedy Space Center (800) KSC-INFO
              Blast Off onto the world of N.A.S.A.
    Kennedy Space Center  Cocoa Beach  The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex provides an exhilarating and educational experience of the space program. http://kennedyspacecenter.com/
     
    King Henry's Feast (800) 883-8181
    Banquet & Variety Show in the Great Hall; knights, magician, comedy
     
    Medieval Times  (800) 229-8300
    Fine food and a Great dinner show!
     
    Mystery Fun House (407) 351-3355
    Laser game, mini golf, game rooms, 
     
    Nickelodeon Studios (407) 363-3770
    Studios for proper children's television programming
     
    Orlando Science Center
    Enjoy a day of discovery and science fun for everyone!
     
    Ripley's Believe It Or Not (407) 363-4418
    Robert Ripley. More than 200 oddities from around the world.
     
    River Country (407) 824-4321
    Water slides, rapid ride, swings, pools, beach nature trail
     
    Sea World (407) 351-3600 SeaWorld   (407)363-2200
    Very large marine park: whales, sea lions, shows galore.
     
    Splendid China (407) 397-8800
    The 76-acre park showcases China's most famous sites,
    replicated in miniature and full-scale,  the Great Wall
    and Imperial Palace.
     
    Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows (407) 363-1985 or (800) 393-1985
    Mystery and Suspense
     
    Typhoon Lagoon (407) 824-4321
    Twisting tides, roaring rapids and wonderful waterways
     
    Walt Disney World Resort (407) 824-4321
    Disntance: 4 Miles from Villa
    Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, MGM Studios, much more.
     Walt Disney World (WDW)  407) W-DISNEY  Disney World is only 2 hours from Anna Maria Island  http://www.disney.com/DisneyWorld/index2.html
     
    Water Mania (407) 396-2626
    "Abyss" water tube, "Wipe Out" surf ride, "Cruisin' Creek" river
     
    Wet 'n Wild (407) 351-1800
    25 acres of water park. All types of flumes, slides, etc.

    Florida's National Parks

     

     

    Harry P. Leu Gardens

     

    Kissimmee Golf Club

    Orlando Museum of Art

     

    Universal Studios Florida (407) 63-8000 http://www.uescape.com/ 1000 Universal Studios PlazaOrlando 32819-7601Phone:(800) 711-0080 Encompassing over 840 acres in Orlando, Florida, UNIVERSAL STUDIOS ESCAPE is a sprawling new vacation destination where youll find not one, but TWO colossal theme parks filled with the worlds most state-of-the-art rides and attractions unparalleled shopping, dining and live entertainment world-class resorts and more. UNIVERSAL STUDIOS ESCAPE combines the creativity of Hollywood with the greatest stories of all time to create truly memorable, once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

     

    The Fort Myers MiracleFt. Myers
    (941)768-4210 The Minnesota Twins Class A team

    National Parks (all in Florida)

    Silver Springs Silver Springs

    Weeki Wachee Springs  Weeki Wachee 

    Wild Waters - family water park Silver Springs

     

     

     OTHER ATTRACTIONS IN FLORIDA  

    Tour the Hillsborough River   15402 U.S. 301 North Thonotosassa, FL

    Canoe Escape    ######## 9335 East Fowler Avenue Thonotosassa, FL wilderness Florida.

    Bok Tower Gardens Lake Wales

    Butterfly World Ft. Lauderdale

     http://www.floridastatefair.com/

    Fairchild Tropical Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road Coral Gables 33156 Phone:(305) 667-1651  http://ftg.org/ located in Miami, Florida, USA, is one of the worlds preeminent botanical gardens, and has extensive collections of rare tropical plants including palms, cycads, flowering trees and vines. Established in 1938, the Garden is among Floridas most popular visitor attractions and offers a variety of community programs in environmental education, conservation and horticulture.

    The Florida Attractions Association is a trade association representing allied businesses, attraction and affiliate members.  http://floridaattractions.org/

     USA Today is an excellent weather resource, providing the latest forecasts for over 20 locations in Florida. They also provide a guide to month-to-month climates for several locations in Fl 

      Siesta Key

    KEY SAILING
    1989 Morgan 41' Classic Sailing Vessel
    Sunset, Half-Day, Full-Day or Custom designed Sailing Voyages  Delicious Meals & Beverage Combinations Included   941-346-7245   info@SiestaKeySailing.com

    SIESTA PARASAIL  1249 Stickney Point Rd. Siesta Key, FL  941-349-1900
    It's Easy! Anyone Can Fly! Beautiful Aerial View!  Dry Take Offs and Landings from Boat Deck
      Myakka

    Myakka River State Park 13207 S.R. 72 Sarasota 34241 U.S. Phone:(941)361-6511 http://annamaria.net/state/parks/myakka/   one of Florida's oldest and largest state parks. Myakka River flows through 45 square miles  hiking, fishing, camping, and wildlife observation.

    WISHFUL THINKIN' FARMS 5815 Juel Gill Rd. Myakka City, FL 34251  941-322-1074
    Nature Trail-Horseback Riding   Chaperoned, Family Oriented, Hayrides, Moonlight Riding

    http://myakka.sarasota.fl.us/  Myakka River State Park is one of Florida's oldest and largest state parks

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    Tarpon Springs, Fl
    Christmas Parade - Viewing Route  Alternate Highway U.S. 19 North  Tarpon Springs, FL

    Coral Sea Aquarium   850 Dodecanese Blvd.  Tarpon Springs, FL

    Cypress Gardens  2641 South Lake Summit Drive  Winter Haven, FL

    Dade Battlefield State Historic Site    7200 County Road 603  Dade City, FL
    Seminole War Memorial.  

    Dunedin Brewery  1368 Spaulding Road  Dunedin, FL

    Gulf Golf  Nostalgia or Tradition?  11605 Gulf Blvd  Treasure Island, FL

    Haunted Grimm House of Old Town    5770 West Irlo Bronson Highway  Kissimmee, FL

    Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park    US Highway 19 Homosassa, FL
    Get out and see some wildlife.

    H&R Trains   6901 US Highway 19 North Pinellas Park, FL
    Florida's largest train store.

    J.B. Starkey's Flatwoods Adventures    12959 State Road 54 Odessa, FL
    Cracker Florida.

    Largo Central Park - Live Steamers Ride   225 Central Park Drive Largo, FL

    Missing Links  1201 East Bay Drive  Largo, FL   More Than Just Golf.

    Lighted Boat Parade Viewing Grounds - Holiday Inn   401 Second Street Indian Rocks Beach, FL

     Adventure land Miniature Golf & Driving Range  6440 S. Florida Avenue  Floral City, FL

    Auburndale Speedway   Paved Track Racing Fun 5640 State Road 542 West   Auburndale, FL

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    Area Renaissance   1920 Lake Avenue Southeast  20th Avenue Southeast, FL

      Spring Hill

    Putt N Play     404 Suzanne Drive Spring Hill, FL

    Putt n' Sputt Inc.   9227 County Line Road Spring Hill, FL

    Weeki Wachee Springs    6131 Commercial Way Spring Hill, FL

    Fun Zone    404 Suzanne Drive Spring Hill, FL

    Buccaneer Bay - family water park. Spring Hill

    DQ Arcade & Batting Cages    370 Suzanne Drive Spring Hill, FL

     Port Richey

    Stop n Play   10933 Hwy 19 North Port Richey, FL

    Stop N' Play   10933 U.S. 19 Port Richey, FL

    The Fun Center and Drive Inn
    8301 U.S. 19 Port Richey, FL

    Plant city

     Dinosaur World   
    5145 Harvey Tew Road Plant City, FL

    Strawberry Festival - Florida Strawberry Festival Association   P.O. Drawer 1869 Plant City 33564-1869 Phone:(813) 752-9194started 1930   Plant City Lions Club conceived   celebrate the bountiful harvest of the strawberries. Today the annual event has ranks among the top 30 such events in North America.  http://flStrawberryfestival.com/   

     

     

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