Tips, Stories & News from Anna Maria Island

Island Cruises on Anna Maria Island: Private Boat Tours, Scenic Coastal Exploration, and Unforgettable Gulf Coast Excursions

May 5, 2026

Discover island cruises on Anna Maria Island—private boat tours, scenic sightseeing, sandbar stops and Gulf Coast…

Snorkeling Adventures on Anna Maria Island: Private Boat Trips, Coastal Exploration, and Fun on the Water

May 5, 2026

Snorkeling adventures on Anna Maria Island: private boat trips, coastal exploration, and fun on the water for families…

Sunset Cruises on Anna Maria Island: Private Evening Boat Tours, Gulf Views, and Unforgettable Coastal Sunsets

Apr 22, 2026

Sunset cruises on Anna Maria Island: private evening boat tours with Gulf views, romantic and family outings, and…

Wildlife Tours on Anna Maria Island: Dolphin, Manatee, and Coastal Bird Sightseeing by Boat

Apr 22, 2026

Wildlife tours on Anna Maria Island: dolphin sightings, manatee encounters, coastal birds, and private sightseeing boat…

Charter Boat Excursions on Anna Maria Island: Private Boat Tours, Family Adventures, and Custom Gulf Coast Experiences

Apr 14, 2026

Book charter boat excursions on Anna Maria Island: private boat tours, sunset cruises, wildlife trips, snorkeling, and…

World’s Best Beaches

Apr 1, 2026

Discover the world’s best beaches on Florida’s Gulf Coast, from Siesta Key to Anna Maria Island. Explore powdery sand…

Beer Can Island Tampa Bay | Anna Maria Charters Day Trip

Mar 30, 2026

Visit Beer Can Island in Tampa Bay with Anna Maria Charters. Enjoy sandbars, clear water, dolphin sightings, and the…

Inshore Nearshore Offshore Fishing Anna Maria Island

Mar 30, 2026

Experience inshore, nearshore, and offshore fishing with Anna Maria Charters. Family-friendly trips, expert captains…

Sunset Cruises for Anna Maria Island with Anna Maria Charters

Mar 23, 2026

Enjoy sunset cruises on Anna Maria Island with Anna Maria Charters: Gulf Coast beauty, dolphin sightings, calm…

Egmont Key Charters: Island Hopping Adventures with Anna Maria Charters

Mar 23, 2026

Explore Egmont Key charters with Anna Maria Charters. Enjoy spring snorkeling, island hopping, wildlife, and historic…

Red Grouper Fishing Charters

Feb 23, 2026

Red grouper fishing charters off Anna Maria Island peak in March with steady seas and hungry reef fish. Book your Gulf…

March Offshore Fishing Charters

Feb 23, 2026

March kicks off spring offshore fishing on Anna Maria Island, with warming Gulf waters and a hot bite of grouper…

Offshore Fishing in Winter

Feb 12, 2026

Winter offshore fishing on Florida’s Gulf Coast is exceptional—calm mornings and migrating species. Book your Anna…

Shark Fishing: Exciting Fights on Florida’s Gulf Coast

Feb 5, 2026

Shark fishing charters off Anna Maria Island bring heart-pounding fights and big runs on the Gulf Coast. Book your…

Offshore Charters in February with Anna Maria Charters: Peak Winter Fishing on Florida’s Gulf Coast

Jan 26, 2026

Book February offshore fishing charters with Anna Maria Charters. Cooler water and aggressive fish make winter prime…

Dolphin & Manatee Sightseeing

Jan 24, 2026

Glide past dolphins, manatees, and ospreys on a private Dolphin & Manatee wildlife tour of Tampa Bay and Anna Maria…

January fishing charters on Anna Maria: Offshore Adventure, Winter Bites, and Why January 2026 Is Prime Time with Anna Maria Charters

Jan 13, 2026

January is prime time for offshore fishing on Anna Maria Island—clean water, fewer crowds and hungry Gulf gamefish…

Anna Maria City Pier Rebuild: A Bright Future for Tourism and Local Business

Jan 12, 2026

The Anna Maria City Pier is being rebuilt after the 2024 hurricanes, with reopening targeted for late 2026. See the…

Happy New Year from Anna Maria Charters

Jan 3, 2026

Happy New Year from Anna Maria Charters! Thank you for an amazing 2025—here’s to an adventurous, sunshine-soaked 2026…

Offshore Fishing in December on Florida’s Gulf Coast

Dec 20, 2025

December offshore fishing on Florida’s Gulf Coast off Anna Maria Island means calm seas and steady action. Book your…

Happy Holidays from Anna Maria Charters

Dec 20, 2025

Happy Holidays from Anna Maria Charters! Celebrate the season on Anna Maria Island with sunset cruises, dolphin…

History of Holmes Beach: From Early Settlement to Today’s Premier Charter Fishing Destination

Dec 4, 2025

Explore the history of Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island—from early pioneer settlers and Gulf Coast roots to today’s…

Things To Do on Anna Maria: History, Fishing, and Adventure with Anna Maria Charters

Dec 1, 2025

Things to do on Anna Maria Island: history, fishing, and adventure on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Explore the island by water…

Custom Day Excursions: Your Perfect Day on Florida’s Gulf Coast

Nov 17, 2025

Plan custom day excursions on Anna Maria Island and Tampa Bay with Anna Maria Charters: sandbars, historic islands…

Kingfish in November

Nov 12, 2025

November is kingfish season on Anna Maria Island—target hard-running king mackerel offshore with local captains. Book…

Offshore Charters in November

Nov 12, 2025

November offshore fishing off Anna Maria Island delivers king mackerel, red grouper and cobia in calm seas. Book your…

Fall Tarpon Fishing

Oct 29, 2025

Chase the Silver King with fall tarpon fishing on Anna Maria Island. Battle hard-fighting tarpon on Florida’s Gulf…

Fall Sunset Cruises with Anna Maria Charters

Oct 20, 2025

Sail into golden skies on a fall sunset cruise around Anna Maria Island. Calmer waters, fewer crowds, and dolphin…

Offshore Charters in October – What’s Biting on Florida’s Gulf Coast with Anna Maria Charters

Oct 14, 2025

October offshore fishing charters off Anna Maria Island bring calm seas, cool weather and hungry fish. Book your Gulf…

Snook Inshore Charters – Delicious and Popular

Oct 5, 2025

Snook inshore charters on Anna Maria Island target Florida’s hardest-fighting, best-eating gamefish. Book a guided…

Family Day Excursions in Tampa Bay

Sep 28, 2025

Plan family day excursions in Tampa Bay and off Anna Maria Island—sandbar hopping, snorkeling, dolphin watching, and…

Inshore Charters this Fall with Anna Maria Charters

Sep 21, 2025

Fall is prime time for inshore fishing on Anna Maria Island—hot bites and plentiful bait. Book a fall inshore charter…

Fly Fishing Charters in SW Florida with Anna Maria Charters: Discover the Joy of Casting in Paradise

Sep 14, 2025

Try fly fishing in Southwest Florida on the flats and mangroves around Anna Maria Island. Laid-back, family-friendly…

Offshore Charters this Fall with Anna Maria Charters: The Ultimate Gulf Coast Fishing Experience

Sep 7, 2025

Fall offshore charters on Florida’s Gulf Coast offer cool mornings and great fishing. Head out with Anna Maria Charters…

Day Charter Excursions on Anna Maria: Discover the Best of the Gulf Coast with Anna Maria Charters

Aug 31, 2025

Book day charter excursions on Anna Maria with Anna Maria Charters: snorkeling, paddleboarding, sandbar hopping, and…

End of Summer Fun Fishing Charters

Aug 23, 2025

Make the most of the season with an end-of-summer fishing charter on Anna Maria Island. Top-rated family trips on…

Corporate Fishing Charters with Anna Maria Charters: The Best in Sarasota & Manatee County

Aug 16, 2025

Corporate fishing charters with Anna Maria Charters in Sarasota, Bradenton & Manatee County. Wow clients and reward…

Anna Maria Offshore Charters-the Best in SW Florida

Aug 10, 2025

Book Anna Maria offshore charters for the best fishing in SW Florida. Decades of expertise, Gulf grouper and snapper…

Family Fun on Anna Maria

Aug 3, 2025

Discover family fun on Anna Maria Island with Anna Maria Charters—island cruises, snorkeling, dolphin tours, sandbar…

Amberjack Fishing Charters: Tackle Florida’s Reef Donkey

Jul 27, 2025

Battle Florida’s reef donkeys on an amberjack fishing charter with Anna Maria Charters. Target hard-fighting AJs over…

Red Snapper Fishing Charters on Florida’s Gulf Coast

Jul 27, 2025

Red snapper fishing charters off Anna Maria Island deliver hard fights and great eating, June–August. Book your Gulf…

Offshore Charters and What is in Season

Jul 20, 2025

Explore offshore fishing charters on Anna Maria Island and see what’s in season—grouper, snapper and more in the Gulf…

Fly Fishing Charters Include Everything

Jul 6, 2025

Fly fishing charters on Anna Maria Island with everything included—bait, tackle, licenses and water. Just bring…

4th of July Fireworks and Fishing Adventures

Jun 30, 2025

Spend the 4th of July on Anna Maria Island: offshore fishing, a fresh-catch meal, and Gulf Coast fireworks. Book your…

Tarpon Fishing Charters Anna Maria Charters are so Popular – Here’s Why

Jun 23, 2025

Tarpon fishing charters on Anna Maria Island are booking fast. See why Anna Maria Charters is the top choice for…

Dolphin & Manatee Sightseeing Wildlife Tours

Jun 15, 2025

Spot bottlenose dolphins and gentle manatees on a private Dolphin & Manatee wildlife tour around Anna Maria Island…

Island Cruises with Anna Maria Charters: Paddleboarding, Snorkeling & Sightseeing Paradise

Jun 8, 2025

Explore Anna Maria Island cruises with paddleboarding, snorkeling, sandbar stops and dolphin watching along Florida’s…

Family Fishing Charters

Jun 1, 2025

Family fishing charters with Anna Maria Charters offer a fun, memory-filled way to bond on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Book…

Nearshore Fishing & What is Included

May 25, 2025

See what’s included on an Anna Maria Island nearshore fishing charter—gear, bait, licenses and reefs full of fish for…

Summer Offshore Charters

May 18, 2025

Summer offshore charters off Anna Maria Island target snapper, grouper, mahi-mahi, and amberjack in deep Gulf waters…

Snapper Fishing off Anna Maria is Amazing!

May 9, 2025

Snapper fishing off Anna Maria Island is on fire this spring—mangrove, lane and red snapper. Book your offshore charter…

Offshore Charters This Summer

Apr 27, 2025

Summer offshore charters off Anna Maria Island target snapper, grouper, mahi-mahi and amberjack in deep Gulf waters…

Wildlife Tours off Anna Maria Island

Apr 27, 2025

Wildlife tours off Anna Maria Island bring dolphins, manatees, and Gulf Coast scenery up close. Book a private trip…

Inshore Charters – What’s Biting This Spring?

Apr 19, 2025

What’s biting this spring on Anna Maria Island? Snook, redfish, and trout are hitting live shiners on the flats. Book…

Tarpon Fishing Charters on Florida’s Gulf Coast with Anna Maria Charters

Apr 13, 2025

Tarpon fishing charters on Florida’s Gulf Coast chase the acrobatic Silver King with Anna Maria Charters. Book your…

Snook, Floridians’ Favorite Fish

Apr 7, 2025

Snook are Florida’s favorite fish—prized for the fight and the table around Anna Maria Island. Learn why anglers love…

Inshore Charters with Anna Maria Charters

Mar 31, 2025

Cast into inshore fishing thrills with Anna Maria Charters and experienced Captain Kasey—unforgettable, rewarding trips…

Snook Fishing Charters on Anna Maria Charters

Mar 23, 2025

Snook fishing charters on Anna Maria Island blend tradition, excitement and great eating. Discover this must-do Gulf…

Nearshore Fishing Charters with Anna Maria Charters

Mar 16, 2025

Discover nearshore fishing charters on Anna Maria Island with expert local captains, all gear included and reefs full…

Fly Fishing Charters on Anna Maria

Mar 9, 2025

Anna Maria Charters offers exclusive fly fishing excursions—the thrill of trophy fish paired with the serenity of Anna…

Island Adventures in Tampa Bay & Anna Maria

Mar 3, 2025

Sail crystal-clear Gulf waters on an Anna Maria Island cruise through Tampa Bay—spot dolphins, hit sandbars and catch…

Snorkeling Adventures on AMI

Feb 23, 2025

Snorkeling adventures on AMI take you to Anna Maria Island’s clear Gulf waters and vibrant marine life. Book a private…

Sunset Cruises on AMI

Feb 16, 2025

One of the best ways to experience this natural beauty is by booking a Sunset Cruise with Anna Maria Charters.

Inshore Fishing Charters on AMI

Feb 9, 2025

Anna Maria Island (AMI) is a paradise for anglers, and Anna Maria Charters offers the ultimate inshore fishing…

Fly Fishing for Tailing Redfish on the Flats of Tampa Bay

Feb 6, 2025

Few angling experiences rival the excitement of fly fishing for tailing redfish. Spotting that copper tail breaking the…

Discover the Beauty of Island Hopping and Sandbar Cruises Around Anna Maria Island

Jan 6, 2025

Explore the hidden gems of Tampa Bay and Anna Maria Island with our island hopping and sandbar cruises. Whether you’re…

Experience the Magic of a Sunset Cruise Around Anna Maria Island

Jan 6, 2025

There’s no better way to end a day in paradise than with a serene sunset cruise along Anna Maria Island and Tampa Bay…

Dive Into Adventure: Snorkeling Around Anna Maria Island

Jan 6, 2025

Snorkeling along the stunning waters of Tampa Bay and Anna Maria Island is an unforgettable experience for families…

Explore the Wonders of Wildlife Tours Around Anna Maria Island

Jan 6, 2025

Embark on a captivating journey through Tampa Bay and Anna Maria Island with our customized wildlife tours. Perfect for…

Experience the Thrill of Nearshore Fishing Around Anna Maria Island

Jan 6, 2025

When it comes to fishing adventures, nearshore fishing around Anna Maria Island and Tampa Bay offers a perfect blend of…

80lb Tarpon Off Egmont Key

Jan 2, 2025

The morning air was crisp and inviting as Robby and his wife stepped onto the boat for their first tarpon fishing trip…

Fly Fishing for Snook and Redfish

Jan 2, 2025

The sun had barely risen over Tampa Bay when John and Kolby, two eager anglers from up north, joined Captain Johnny for…

Inshore Fishing: A Relaxing Adventure on Anna Maria Island

Jan 2, 2025

It was a crisp, sunny morning as we set off on our inshore fishing adventure around Anna Maria Island.

Offshore Fishing the Last Day of Gag Grouper Season

Jan 2, 2025

Offshore Fishing for Gag Grouper the last day of Season.