Anna Maria Island - Old Florida Done Just Right
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Date: 2024-03-01
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brianhappydays2023
Great AMI video, so much useful information and suggestions. We are from UK and have taken vacations in Florida for past 25 years - the last 8 years on AMI. We always go second half of September when it is relatively quiet without any of the traffic jams you witnessed. Dodged a few hurricanes; terrible what happened with Hurricane Ian to the South. Also suffered with Red Tide on a couple of trips so fingers crossed for this coming September. Villa rental charges have gone through the roof (is that a US understood term) in last year so 2024 could be challenging for us. Anna Maria is something really special - we love it. And don’t miss Ginny’s and Jane’s for breakfast and cakes. Best regards to everyone in USA
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Great AMI video, so much useful information and suggestions. We are from UK and have taken vacations in Florida for past 25 years - the last 8 years on AMI. We always go second half of September when it is relatively quiet without any of the traffic jams you witnessed. Dodged a few hurricanes; terrible what happened with Hurricane Ian to the South. Also suffered with Red Tide on a couple of trips so fingers crossed for this coming September. Villa rental charges have gone through the roof (is that a US understood term) in last year so 2024 could be challenging for us. Anna Maria is something really special - we love it. And don’t miss Ginny’s and Jane’s for breakfast and cakes. Best regards to everyone in USA
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rogsolaris7411
Excellent video! This must have taken a very long time to put together. It is a beautiful area. My parents lived in Longboat Key for years. We have been to Anna Maria but have never done any of these activities and now I'm embarrassed! The only thing I want to point out - because I'm a negative person in general - is that all this fun will be astronomically expensive. Maybe that's why we didn't do the parasailing or the horse riding through the waves. Because it would be a small fortune - plus of course the aggressive hustling for tips. But don't let me rain on the parade. Lovely area and great video!
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Excellent video! This must have taken a very long time to put together. It is a beautiful area. My parents lived in Longboat Key for years. We have been to Anna Maria but have never done any of these activities and now I'm embarrassed! The only thing I want to point out - because I'm a negative person in general - is that all this fun will be astronomically expensive. Maybe that's why we didn't do the parasailing or the horse riding through the waves. Because it would be a small fortune - plus of course the aggressive hustling for tips. But don't let me rain on the parade. Lovely area and great video!
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musicgram08
Just visited Cortez and Coquina beaches May 2023. Definitely not old Florida because what looks like the invasive not native Australian Pines are everywhere. Why have these trees not been removed Many other communities across Florida have to protect native vegetation and wildlife removed Australian Pine trees at great expense and inconvenience to the communities while native trees are restored for shade! I see there is massive improvement to Cortez and Coquina for parking jamming more cars in while these shallow rooted water robbing invasive Australian Pines still stand lined up and down these parks!
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Just visited Cortez and Coquina beaches May 2023. Definitely not old Florida because what looks like the invasive not native Australian Pines are everywhere. Why have these trees not been removed Many other communities across Florida have to protect native vegetation and wildlife removed Australian Pine trees at great expense and inconvenience to the communities while native trees are restored for shade! I see there is massive improvement to Cortez and Coquina for parking jamming more cars in while these shallow rooted water robbing invasive Australian Pines still stand lined up and down these parks!
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TomatoMan-kv3rz
Of all the islands I’ve visited in Florida, keywaydin island has to be my favorite. It’s a small island that is only accessible by boat, it’s is in between Naples and Marco island which are both beautiful places. When I went here, I had the whole 12 miles of private beach to myself because there is only 2-3 homes on the island. The only downside is the 50 minute boat ride to go to any restaurant or store, but it is still very beautiful!
I usually go to Captiva island, but couldn’t go there this year because of tornado damage. Anyways I can’t wait for my trip here!
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Of all the islands I’ve visited in Florida, keywaydin island has to be my favorite. It’s a small island that is only accessible by boat, it’s is in between Naples and Marco island which are both beautiful places. When I went here, I had the whole 12 miles of private beach to myself because there is only 2-3 homes on the island. The only downside is the 50 minute boat ride to go to any restaurant or store, but it is still very beautiful!
I usually go to Captiva island, but couldn’t go there this year because of tornado damage. Anyways I can’t wait for my trip here!
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musicgram08
What time of year and day were these videos taken Traffic in May 2023 was just starting to lighten up I was told by residents. Anyway reservations were still needed at peak times in restaurants. Found getting around by bicycle more convenient than car even in May. Found north area of islands in this video so congested during peak season have to think these videos were deceptively taken at times most unappealing because of heat and humidity keeping crowds reduced. Was there red tide during shooting of these videos possibly keeping away
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What time of year and day were these videos taken Traffic in May 2023 was just starting to lighten up I was told by residents. Anyway reservations were still needed at peak times in restaurants. Found getting around by bicycle more convenient than car even in May. Found north area of islands in this video so congested during peak season have to think these videos were deceptively taken at times most unappealing because of heat and humidity keeping crowds reduced. Was there red tide during shooting of these videos possibly keeping away
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buckchile614
I lived there for 4 years from '96-'00. Have fond memories and enjoyed running and riding the sandy beaches and parking lots. Made some eclectic friends along the way; some have passed on. Seems like its exploded since then though. Moved just to the outskirts for a bit as well beside someone who claimed to be friends w/ two of the real life characters in the 'Perfect Storm. ' They used to fish in the winters here when New England fishing was dormant. You can never go back though
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I lived there for 4 years from '96-'00. Have fond memories and enjoyed running and riding the sandy beaches and parking lots. Made some eclectic friends along the way; some have passed on. Seems like its exploded since then though. Moved just to the outskirts for a bit as well beside someone who claimed to be friends w/ two of the real life characters in the 'Perfect Storm. ' They used to fish in the winters here when New England fishing was dormant. You can never go back though
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linkmaxwell
My grandparents lived on Anna Maria from the late 80s until their deaths in the 2010s. We would drive out from Bradenton at least once a month. I remember back when it was a far smaller, sleepier community that only the locals knew about - long before so many of the McMansions went up. I like going back, but it doesn't really feel like the same small town it used to back when it had my Grandma & Grandpa in it.
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My grandparents lived on Anna Maria from the late 80s until their deaths in the 2010s. We would drive out from Bradenton at least once a month. I remember back when it was a far smaller, sleepier community that only the locals knew about - long before so many of the McMansions went up. I like going back, but it doesn't really feel like the same small town it used to back when it had my Grandma & Grandpa in it.
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kathiefilkins445
I was born in Bradenton at Dr. HARRIS' hospital ( neither Dr or hospital are still there. I was told doc had to leave the Christmas party where he was Santa, to deliver me. I have pictures of me in diapers on the beach. I've lived in many places but this is my home. Love it. Thank you. I'm 73 yes old
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I was born in Bradenton at Dr. HARRIS' hospital ( neither Dr or hospital are still there. I was told doc had to leave the Christmas party where he was Santa, to deliver me. I have pictures of me in diapers on the beach. I've lived in many places but this is my home. Love it. Thank you. I'm 73 yes old
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braddl9442
FYI its a tourist hell during tourist season and when the winter people are in florida. And good luck finding parking. I have taken many day trips to the islands. If you go during the off season you can have a real good time though even if not all places are fully operating at in the off season.
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FYI its a tourist hell during tourist season and when the winter people are in florida. And good luck finding parking. I have taken many day trips to the islands. If you go during the off season you can have a real good time though even if not all places are fully operating at in the off season.
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wsdimenna5244
There is nothing left of old Florida on Anna Maria. The water quality has declined because of beach renourshment. More red tide is result. There have closed trout, snook etc for 7 of last ten yrs. It’s not even close. oh, btw they are about to build a three story parking garage
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There is nothing left of old Florida on Anna Maria. The water quality has declined because of beach renourshment. More red tide is result. There have closed trout, snook etc for 7 of last ten yrs. It’s not even close. oh, btw they are about to build a three story parking garage
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roccosophie6498
I've been here and it is truly beautiful. I sincerely hope that they try to preserve the island as much as possible. One side isn't any better than the other in fact, the differences between the east and west coasts of Florida compliment each other, perfectly.
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I've been here and it is truly beautiful. I sincerely hope that they try to preserve the island as much as possible. One side isn't any better than the other in fact, the differences between the east and west coasts of Florida compliment each other, perfectly.
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earth
Florida - where lots of old people in cars haven't a clue how to use them. Florida - where the cockroaches fly right up to you, and take you to their secret volcano lair. Florida - run by the biggest Gorilla I've ever seen. Florida - Arrive Alive, but after that.
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Florida - where lots of old people in cars haven't a clue how to use them. Florida - where the cockroaches fly right up to you, and take you to their secret volcano lair. Florida - run by the biggest Gorilla I've ever seen. Florida - Arrive Alive, but after that.
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GW-gz8jh
It’s no longer old Florida sadly. Lots and lots of new very large rentals. Pine Ave (not street) as it is today is not an old Florida staple but a recent creation aimed at tourism. We are sadly being consumed by tourism development.
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It’s no longer old Florida sadly. Lots and lots of new very large rentals. Pine Ave (not street) as it is today is not an old Florida staple but a recent creation aimed at tourism. We are sadly being consumed by tourism development.
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Maxwell1989
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bobbysmith5642
We have had a family owned beach house there for 70 years. It was great a long time ago. Now it is just another tourist trap. We don't even go there any more and just rent it full time.
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We have had a family owned beach house there for 70 years. It was great a long time ago. Now it is just another tourist trap. We don't even go there any more and just rent it full time.
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tombarlow4258
I retired couple years ago and am a snowbird down there St Pete and Tampa where I was stationed for both my shore tours in the Navy. I stay for free in my stealth campervan.
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I retired couple years ago and am a snowbird down there St Pete and Tampa where I was stationed for both my shore tours in the Navy. I stay for free in my stealth campervan.
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sorsha24
Hi, just wondered what is the name of the song/artists you use in parts of the video Something about a bungalow in the jungle I have tried and tried to find it - I just love it!
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Hi, just wondered what is the name of the song/artists you use in parts of the video Something about a bungalow in the jungle I have tried and tried to find it - I just love it!
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Mica020202
Is that a special carrier you have for your dog Would love to find something like that for my 16 lb terrier mix. Love that you take her everywhere with you.
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Is that a special carrier you have for your dog Would love to find something like that for my 16 lb terrier mix. Love that you take her everywhere with you.
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amandawoods8502
the background tracks. Trying to find one mambo song you had toward the endwhat was the name Can’t find music credits in the description. Thanks!
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the background tracks. Trying to find one mambo song you had toward the endwhat was the name Can’t find music credits in the description. Thanks!
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zoeyzed5127
Lived in Florida since 2010 but been here before a few times I love this island Anna Maria been once, I live near Sanibel. Poor Sanibel and Captiva.
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Lived in Florida since 2010 but been here before a few times I love this island Anna Maria been once, I live near Sanibel. Poor Sanibel and Captiva.
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jimkennedy7050
3 decent islands, Anna Maria, pine Island in charlotte harbor and Caladesi Island are the 3 best on the west coast with out condos.
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3 decent islands, Anna Maria, pine Island in charlotte harbor and Caladesi Island are the 3 best on the west coast with out condos.
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B33333
Thanks for your always filming Florida state! Such a beautiful state I hope you will come back Key West again and staying longer. keep it up
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Thanks for your always filming Florida state! Such a beautiful state I hope you will come back Key West again and staying longer. keep it up
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GT1004
A couple directional corrections. You go west on 64 - (not east like you say) . And left on east bay drive - (not right like said in video )
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A couple directional corrections. You go west on 64 - (not east like you say) . And left on east bay drive - (not right like said in video )
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joeglenn1480
It's a great place for a visit but overdevelopment is ruining it, if you are a working person, good luck finding affordable housing.
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It's a great place for a visit but overdevelopment is ruining it, if you are a working person, good luck finding affordable housing.
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cynthiaistvan2084
My favorite place on earth! Great video! One correction, it is the Waterfront restaurant not Waterside. Thanks for the video!
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My favorite place on earth! Great video! One correction, it is the Waterfront restaurant not Waterside. Thanks for the video!
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keithcrews5276
Really excellent video with terrific detailed content including contacts and websites. The best video of its type I have seen!
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Really excellent video with terrific detailed content including contacts and websites. The best video of its type I have seen!
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brianmclean7576
Beautiful beach area - overdeveloped - extremely expensive real estate - impossible to find parking if visiting for the day
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Beautiful beach area - overdeveloped - extremely expensive real estate - impossible to find parking if visiting for the day
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altheiasarenas5427
I enjoyed watching this video! Anna Maria indeed has that old Florida charm. Keep those videos coming.
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I enjoyed watching this video! Anna Maria indeed has that old Florida charm. Keep those videos coming.
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chrisgrunstra1803
Just remember in next 5 yrs as temperatures rise along with the oceans remember WE DONT WANT YOU HERE
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Just remember in next 5 yrs as temperatures rise along with the oceans remember WE DONT WANT YOU HERE
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PryorTravis
Great video. I feel like I've been there except I'm not sunburned and I still have some money in my pocket.
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Great video. I feel like I've been there except I'm not sunburned and I still have some money in my pocket.
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Sarae89
What is considered busy season We are thinking about coming down from Ohio in February or March. Great video!
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What is considered busy season We are thinking about coming down from Ohio in February or March. Great video!
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mcloud7426
We travel with 4 animals. How close are the RV parks to the attractions and the beaches ar Ana Maria
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We travel with 4 animals. How close are the RV parks to the attractions and the beaches ar Ana Maria
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