Florida's Gulf Islands Visitors Guide® 2009 - (Page 10) we are here to help Thank you for requesting the Official Visitors Guide of the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. We are dedicated to helping you plan your visit. In this guide, you will find an abundance of information on our beaches, activities, attractions, restaurants and accommodations. On these two pages, you will find suggested itineraries to fit your idea of a dream vacation. For a closer look, visit our website at www.FloridasGulfIslands.com and our culinary site at www.TimeToBeAFoodie.com. Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau P.O. Box 1000, Bradenton 941-729-9177, Fax: 941-729-1820 info@floridasgulfislands.com www.floridasgulfislands.com GERMANY Travel Trade The Holiday and Sun Agency +49 (0) 303 150 40 45 annamaria.longboatkey@t-online.de Tourist Information Kiosk at Prime Outlets 5461 Factory Shoppes Blvd., Ellenton 941-729-7040, 1/4 mile east of exit 224 on I-75. In the Manatee Courtyard of the outlet center. Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. UNITED KINGDOM Travel and Media Gosh PR +44 (0) 870 033 1502 floridasgulfIslands@goshpr.co.uk U.S.A. Media and Public Relations Hayworth Creative 386-677-7000 info@hayworthcreative.com GERMANY Media and Public Relations Kaus Media Services +49 (0) 511 899 8900 florida@kaus.info GETTING HERE BY AIR Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) 6000 Airport Circle, Sarasota 941-359-5200, 941-359-2770 www.srq-airport.com Located between Manatee and Sarasota counties, this international airport is served by most major airline carriers and rental car companies. Reader Response 5. See ad on page 42. Tampa International Airport (TPA) 5503 W. Spruce St., Tampa 813-870-8700, www.tampaairport.com Located 40 miles to the north, the Tampa International Airport is served by most major airline carriers and rental car companies. Nonstop charter service is available from Canada and select US cities. BY CAR Just 40 miles south of Tampa and 15 miles north of Sarasota, take Interstate 75 or Highway 41 from the north or south. From St. Petersburg, take I-275 south across the Sunshine Skyway Bridge to I-75 or Highway 41 South. SR 64 (I-75 exit 220) and SR 70 (I75 exit 217) westbound will get you to water! DELIVERY and set-up before your arrival. We offer everything for a guest’s comfort, convenience and fun. Open daily 8am – 8pm. Map grid B-5. Island Scooter Rentals 1301 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach 941-726-3163, www.islandscooters.com Scooter and bicycle rentals, sales and training. Single or double-rider 49 c.c. gas motor scooters. Hourly/weekly rentals, customer pick-up and drop-off. Free helmets (optional) and locks. Open daily 10:30am – 5:30pm. Low rates. Map grid B-5. Native Rentals 5416 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach 941-778-7757, www.mysitontopkayak.com Offering state-of-the-art, sit-on-top kayaks. Daily and weekly rentals with free delivery included. Bike rentals available. Also offering glass-bottom tours and kayak fishing. Map grid B-4. RENTALS ABC Rentals 12408 Cortez Rd. W., Bradenton 941-929-1850, www.abcbabyrental.com ABC Rentals rents over 70 different baby and beach items such as cribs, highchairs, rollaways, and umbrellas. These items can be picked up from our store or delivered. The store also carries items to purchase such as souvenirs, sunscreen, towels and sand toys. Map grid B-5. Fun and More Rentals P.O. Box 705, Anna Maria 941-462-2719, www.funandmorerentals.com Baby supply rentals, cribs, bikes, beach chairs, wagons, umbrellas and more! FREE Itinerary for the two of you Itinerary for the family ISLAND SCOOTER RENTALS - Rent bikes or a double scooter and tour the islands together this morning. WEST COAST SURF SHOP - While you’re riding, stop at the oldest surf shop in Florida, and buy her a new swimsuit or colorful beachwear. You’ll definitely score points! CAFÉ ON THE BEACH - A swimsuit-and-flip-flops café right on Bradenton Beach, serving everything from oatmeal to omelets. On Sundays, its all-you-can-eat pancakes and sausage. AFTERNOON AT THE THEATER - Catch a matinee performance of Poe at the magnificent Powel Crosley Estate and Theatre. EUPHEMIA HAYE AND HAYE LOFT - Enjoy a romantic dinner in Euphemia Haye, and then escape upstairs to the Haye Loft for an after-dinner cordial and a classic flambé while listening to live music at this intimate loft bar is the perfect ending to a day reconnecting. TURTLE WATCH - Begin the morning with a turtle walk on Anna Maria Island. Learn how to help our baby sea turtles get out to the Gulf on an educational beach nesting tour (seasonal). PIRATES GAME - If you find yourself here during season, you’ll get to catch an all-American game of spring training baseball at McKechnie Field, southern home of the Pittsburgh Pirates. SANDBAR RESTAURANT - A favorite lunch spot on the beach for fresh seafood and great waterfront views. Sit and have lunch while the kids play on the beach. SOUTH FLORIDA MUSEUM - An afternoon at the largest natural museum on the Gulf Coast and a visit with our official mascot, Snooty™ the manatee. JOE’S EATS & SWEETS - If you’re staying island-side, family day won’t be complete without a trip to Joe’s, known for their homemade ice cream and chocolate-covered bananas. 10 1-866-906-TIME to visit http://www.FloridasGulfIslands.com http://www.TimeToBeAFoodie.com http://www.floridasgulfislands.com http://www.srq-airport.com http://www.islandscooters.com http://www.abcbabyrental.com http://www.tampaairport.com http://www.mysitontopkayak.com http://www.funandmorerentals.com
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