Florida's Gulf Islands Visitors Guide® 2009 - (Page 1) Dear Travelers, It's no wonder in a world so big, so busy, that the smallest detail of a turtle hatchling’s journey to the Gulf of Mexico becomes forever etched in our memory. Perhaps that's why the natural charm of Florida's Gulf Islands has become so beloved by its visitors. Relaxed smiles of hoteliers, alluring displays of shopkeepers’ merchandise, chef-created menus from local fishermen and farms, calls of migrating birds skimming estuaries and a glimpse of a manatee and her calf beneath a pier is what makes our destination so authentic, so special. On behalf of the staff at the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, we hope you will TAKE THE TIME to be inspired by Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch. – Larry White, Executive Director EXPLORE Florida’s Gulf Islands Anna Maria Island Longboat Key Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch VISIT Visitor Services Area Information Getting Here Itineraries Calendar of Events PLAY & ECO Beaches Water Activities Fishing & Marinas Sightseeing & Nature Sports & Recreation Golf Courses SEE & DO History & Museums Arts & Culture Theatre & Day Spas Attractions & Farms Shopping DINE Restaurant Guide GATHER Weddings & Groups STAY Anna Maria Island Longboat Key Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch Property Management Campgrounds Trolley Fun 2– 3 4–5 6–7 8– 9 16 – 17 18 – 19 20 – 21 22 – 23 24 25 35 – 40 43 – 45 10 11 10 – 11 10 – 11 12 – 15 47– 50 51 52 – 53 54 – 55 56 57 26 27 28 29 30 – 31 TIME to care for the environment. In keeping with Florida's Gulf Islands' commitment to preserve the natural beauty and assets of the environment, this year's Visitors Guide was printed on FSC certified 10% post consumer waste recycled paper using soy-based inks. Addtionally, no wildlife or natural resources were negatively impacted during photography shoots. The Official Florida’s Gulf Islands Visitors Guide was published for the Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau in collaboration with Insight Strategies, Inc. The information listed in this publication was as accurate as possible at time of press. Bradenton Area CVB and Insight Strategies, Inc. are not responsible for any errors or omissions that might occur. ©2009 Bradenton Area CVB. Reproduction without written permission prohibited.
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