Many parents consider it difficult to find a fun and family friendly island vacation spot.
Instead of fighting rowdy spring breakers, consider a family friendly Anna Maria vacation.
The island offers families a number of activities to satisfy even the pickiest of children - these are just a few.
Have Some Fun In The Sun...
And Sand Naturally, beaches are a popular family destination for any Anna Maria vacation and the Manatee Beach is an area favorite.
Mom can catch a tan while watching Dad encourage architectural talents in the children by building a towering sand castle.
Afterwards, the whole family can enjoy a picnic on the beach (or dine at the nearby cafe) before taking a swim in the Gulf.
Just make sure to wait a half hour after eating and always wear your sunscreen! And, just in case you do forget the sunscreen, the nearby beach shop keeps a steady stock of important beach supplies so families can play in the sand for hours.
Rent Some Bikes And Explore the Island Nothing beats getting some exercise while exploring the nearby island surroundings, and there is so much to do and see - why not rent some bicycles and take a casual ride together? Scooters are also available to rent, and are very popular with young children and teenagers.
The whole family will enjoy travelling as a group, seeing the island's sights and getting some fresh air on the Anna Maria vacation.
Charter A Fishing Boat Another activity the entire family can enjoy is a chartered fishing boat.
Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for dolphins or even the ocean's gentle giant, the manatee! Families can also fish directly off the historic Rod & Reel pier.
To make the fishing trip even more exciting, consider a tournament between family members.
You might be surprised to see who will land the first, the biggest, and the smallest fish.
Native species include grouper, flounder, kingfish, trout, and many more.
Visit Some Of The Nearby Museums On an Anna Maria vacation, you'll never run out of family friendly places to go and things to do.
The Classic Car Museum is something the whole family will enjoy in nearby Sarasota and it's there that families will get to see Dad turn into a big kid himself among the Bentleys, Cadillacs and Ferraris.
The Museum of Science and Industry in nearby Tampa is another popular family oriented destination that provides hands-on fun for the whole family.
Families will find that the Museum of Science and Industry is as educational as it is entertaining.
From spas to golf, there are plenty of activities and Anna Maria island events happening year round.
An Anna Maria vacation satisfies every family member, both individually and as a group.
But the most memorable experiences will be the relaxing leisure time spent reconnecting and enjoying your family.