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Florida

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Bradenton, Florida
We found Anna Maria Island some 5 years ago and loved the feeling of warmth and belonging. The island has 8 miles of beautiful white sandy beaches where parrots, pelicans, herons, osprey and other sea birds live in abundance. Dolphins ... More on AnglerWeb.com

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Sarasota, Florida
Gorgeous beaches, but you'll find limited parking and no amenities. Look for the blue "beach access" signs ... More on Discover America
Good restaurants everywhere....great seafood. More on GeckoGo

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777 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236-4047
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is the crown jewel of the Sarasota arts scene, hosting touring Broadway... More on Moon Handbooks: Florida
Top national and international performances of broadway musicals, songs, dances and world-class orchestras. More on Discover America

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Just off St. Armand's Circle, Sarasota, Florida
South Lido Beach Park has restrooms and playground equipment. Lido Beach has lifeguards, a snack bar, a gift shop, playground equipment, handicapped-accessible observation decks, picnic areas and r... More on Discover America
There is plenty of parking and beach area on this large white sandy beach. More on igougo

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Sarasota, Florida, United States

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8500 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, FL
Palma Sola Bay is located between the barrier island of Anna Maria and the city of Bradenton. A bay is a shallow body of salt water between a larger barrier island and the mainland. As we drift nea... More on AnglerWeb.com
Recreational area located on Palma Sola Bay. Enjoy sailing, wind surfing, jet skiing, fishing, and picnicking. ... More on Annamariaisland-longboatkey.com

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3720 Gulf of Mexico Dr.Longboat Key, FL 34228
Since 1994, we have been offering the finest selection of vacation rental accommodations on Longboat Key, St. Armands and Lido Key. Choose from private homes, condominiums and resorts on the beach, bay or Intercoastal waterways. You ... More on visitflorida

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Longboat Key, Florida, USA
Glistening white sand, with the Gulf of Mexico as a backdrop, offers a unique beach experience. In fact, the beach runs the entire length of the Key, about 10 miles. - If you are into shelling, low tide is the perfect time to find ... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

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Longboat Key , Florida, USA
Not really an island(the name comes from local folklore), but it is easier to get there by boat.If you have to walk, take the Whitney Beach access, go due north on the beach til you round the curve at the most northern tip of the ... More on GoingToTheBeach.com
