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This holiday season, serve up a delicious gift idea by purchasing a gift card to one of the three Chiles Restaurant Group locales – BeachHouse and Sandbar on Anna Maria Island, and Mar Vista Restaurant on Longboat Key. For purchases of $50 or more, guests will receive a free gift card equal to 20% off their total purchase. It’s the perfect stocking stuffer for someone who plans on visiting the islands. And, the gift cards never expire and come with free shipping.
The Anna Maria Island Historical Society (AMIHS) and its committee for the preservation of historic barrier island homes and buildings announced the first of twelve historic markers to be presented to Anna Maria Island structures that are more than 50 years old. The first small ceremony took place at the foot of the pier on Thursday, October 30th.
Women Contemporary Artists will host the opening reception of their fall juried exhibition, “The Nature of Florida: A Personal Interpretation of Florida as Seen by the Artist” on November 14, from 4 to 7 p.m. at The Studio at Gulf and Pine on Anna Maria Island. The festivities coincide with opening night of the Anna Maria Arts Hop, featuring music by Trillenium Music Company. The exhibition runs through January 3, 2009. Learn More.
Congratulations to Monika from Alabama! Monika is the recipient of our spring romantic getaway promotion and will enjoy a two-night stay for two at Bridgewalk, A Landmark Resort on Anna Maria Island. She will also receive a gourmet dinner at the Zagat-rated Beach Bistro, a massage or spa manicure/pedicure for two at Acqua Aveda Salon Spa Store and tickets to Mote Aquarium.
The Tortuga Inn Beach Resort, located on quaint Anna Maria Island, offers that rare combination of luxurious accommodations and Old Florida charm.
TripAdvisor.com ranked Anna Maria Island the top destination to travel in 2007.
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As long and picturesque as its name suggests, Longboat Key's manicured lawns, sugar white beaches, dazzling sunsets and year-round warm, crystal waters are visions of understated elegance.
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Harry's Continental Kitchens is opening for the season with another exciting $25 Prix Fixe four-course menu, available Tuesday through Saturday from 5 to 9 p.m. The fresh, seasonal offerings are also available with premium wine pairings for $39 per person. Learn more about this delectable special offer.
All of our area beaches are awash in colorful shells, but Beer Can Island is a special favorite of locals, who arrive in early mornings and at low tide to hunt for treasures.
The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce is your source for community information, such as the locations of churches and synagogues, healthcare and more.
The Hilton Longboat Key Beachfront Resort earned their Green Lodging Certification from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
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Friendly faces, palatable dining experiences and scenic golf courses are a signature of the mainland of Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch, a cultural juxtaposition where art, theater and history flourish among fields of flowers and farmland.
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Join Jim McMahon, along with more than 30 of his celebrity friends, January 29-30, for the Swang “N” Super Bowl Bash charity golf tournament. The event is open to the public with individual tickets available for play and to meet and greet celebrity players. All activities take place at the Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club.
Visit Gamble Plantation decked out in its holiday best, and enjoy free tours of the Gamble Mansion and Patten House on Friday, December 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The annual holiday open house allows visitors to experience an authentic Civil War encampment, complete with live cannon and Civil War era weapons, period costumes, uniforms, and Civil War field equipment. Early craft demonstrations, period vendors, food and music make this a fun learning event for the entire family. Call (941) 723-4536 for more information.
Bradenton area tourism leaders are joining forces with other state industry members to lead the Florida-Spain Heritage Celebration Committee.
With Video from Johnny Jet, a world-renowned Travel Expert. Watch It Now.
Thursday, October 23, November 20th & December 18th, 2008, join Mixon Fruit Farm for a free concert in the grove. The Dr. Dave Band will be performing Country Rock on Steroids. The concert is free however, there is a charge of $5.00 for parking. You are encouraged to bring your lawn chairs or blanket. Refreshments will be available for purchase.
The outlet center in Ellenton has opened a new store, Columbia Sportswear offering 8,889 square feet of retail space.
The Hilton Garden Inn and Holiday Inn Riverfront earned their Green Lodging Certification from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
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