Are you ready for more tourism? Tripadvisor names Anna Maria Island a ‘hot’ destination
Tripadvisor has released their “hottest” destinations to travel to in 2020 and Anna Maria Island was ranked at No. 3.
“The quaint feel of Anna Maria Island makes it the perfect place to eat grouper sandwiches and kayak with dolphins,” the website states. “While you’re here visit Bean Point Beach, tucked away on the north end of the island — a cozy paradise with an Old Florida vibe.”
Tripadvisor goes on to suggest a stop at Anna Maria Bayfront Park, “which includes sweeping views of Tampa Bay and the iconic Sunshine Skyway. Numerous beaches, restaurants and events make Anna Maria Island the perfect relaxation spot for your next vacation.”
The announcement comes on the heels of Tripadvisor naming Holmes Beach as one of the top seven “delightfully low-key Florida beach towns you might not know about,” a list that came out in December.
Topping Tripadvisor’s latest recommendations is Key Largo, which is the only other Florida destination to make the top 25. At No. 2 is Moab, Utah.
Rounding out the top five is Santa Barbara, Calif., and Brooklyn, N.Y.
This story was originally published February 26, 2020 at 2:12 PM with the headline "Are you ready for more tourism? Tripadvisor names Anna Maria Island a ‘hot’ destination."