Anna Maria Islands One Stop Shop:
Anna Maria Island is one of the most popular destinations in the country for families looking to escape their everyday lives and relax in paradise. As everyone knows, we have some of the best beaches in the world, featuring fine sand and stunning clear water that our beautiful state offers. The old Florida charm and the wonderful feeling of being on an island with so many locals make our lovely spot distinctly different from other popular destinations in Florida. Almost every restaurant on the island is owner-operated, meaning the owner is present almost every day and takes pride in providing excellent service and delicious meals. An owner-operated business always offers a better quality experience, whether it’s a restaurant, a charter boat company, or even a rental house that your family is staying at. When the places you visit consist of owner-operated businesses instead of large corporations focused solely on profit, you will notice the difference in integrity, pride, and passion the owner has for what they provide. That’s what makes our island so special; nearly every business is run by locals who grew up here and know it like the back of their hand. There are so many fantastic things to do on land, such as visiting the beach, enjoying the amazing restaurants, and taking leisurely walks through the mangrove trails off the island, but the true beauty of our area can only be discovered by boat. I’m excited to share that I have the knowledge, experience, and beautifully handcrafted boat to take you to all the incredible places you must see. I offer both Anna Maria Island Fishing Charters and Anna Maria Boat Tours, and I would love to tell you more about these great excursions!
Anna Maria Island Fishing Charters:
This excursion is what I consider my bread and butter. Taking families fishing is a passion of mine that I have been obsessed with ever since I started doing this! Growing up on these waters, I have the knowledge and experience to put my guests on fish any day of the year, no matter the weather conditions. I treat these waters like my backyard, and I remember running around in my 17-foot boat with the 30 hp Mercury, trying to master the art of catching fish along our shorelines. You will have a completely different experience booking a fishing charter on Anna Maria with a local kid who grew up on these waters than with someone who moved here to run boat charters. It will be absolutely night and day, with all due respect. There are many incredible fish that we target this time of year, like snook, redfish, and giant “gator” trout. The fishing has been stellar, thanks to the warm water temperatures and strong south winds that make the fish go wild! There’s so much more that you see and experience on my fishing charters than just fishing. We encounter amazing birds, dolphins, stingrays, and many other marine animals. It truly will be an excursion that your family will never forget.
Anna Maria Island Boat Tours:
If you’re not into fishing, I also provide the most unique boat tours on the island, making them fully customizable to your group’s preferences. You can expect to see dolphins, manatees, beautiful birds, amazing sandbars, and much more. We usually head towards the incredible Egmont Key, an island between AMI and Fort Desoto that is only accessible by boat. A perfect time slot for these boat tours is in the afternoon, allowing you to experience a breathtaking sunset from the boat, which makes for an outstanding family photo you will want to display! We can enjoy many different activities, from swimming to lunch at one of the fantastic waterfront restaurants, and then back to the boat, making it a full day of unique boating experiences. I also offer snorkeling and scalloping in the summertime, and we can mix and match any of these activities into one experience.
Thank you for reading my blog, and I can’t wait to take your family on an excursion you’ll never forget!
