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Bradenton
Bradenton is a city in the state of Florida in America. It is situated on the Gulf coast. It's economy is based on tourism and agricultural products. Tropicana, the orange juice company is headquartered here.
Get in
Arrive by air at Sarasota/Bradenton International airport in Sarasota. You can also fly into Tampa International airport in Tampa. Tickets to Tampa are generally cheaper and it's easier to get a direct flight since the airport is bigger.Easy access by car from Interstate 75.
Get around
Anna Maria Island provides a free trolley service that runs the length of the island.The MCAT (Manatee County Area Transit) bus system stops at all the major shopping areas, beaches, schools, hospitals, etc.
See
Go to Myakka State Park. (http://www.floridastateparks.org/myakkariver/default.cfm) See the REAL Florida.Visit the South Florida Museum (http://www.southfloridamuseum.org/) where Snooty the Manatee lives.De Soto National Memorial (http://www.nps.gov/deso/) features live reenactments of Conquistadors shooting things.
Do
Swim, jetski, or sindsurf at Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key Beaches.Go for a ride on The Seafood Shack Showboat. Save money on your evening meal with a boat ticket.Canoe on the Peace River (http://www.swfwmd.state.fl.us/education/interactive/peaceriver/)
Eat
At the Seafood Shack in Cortez village.At the Mar Vista on Longboat Key.At Moore's on Longboat Key.At the Rod and Reel pier on Anna Maria Island.
Drink
At 'RJ Gators' on Manatee Ave.At Rasher Tierney's on 41.
Get out
Bradenton is next to Sarasota.Bradenton is next to Saint Petersburg.Bradenton is next to Palmetto.
Bradenton is a city of around 55,000 people in Manatee County, Florida, United States. Originally discovered by Hernando De Soto at Shaw's Point in 1539. The city took the name of Dr. Joseph Braden, whose nearby fortlike house was a refuge for early settlers during Native American attacks. It is the county seat of Manatee County.
Description
Bradenton is located on US 41 between Tampa and Sarasota. The area is surrounded by waterways, both fresh and saltwater. Along the Gulf of Mexico and into Tampa Bay are over 20 miles of Florida beaches - many which are shaded by tall Australian pines. Bordered on the north by the Manatee River, Bradenton is located on the mainland and is separated from the outer barrier islands of Anna Maria and Longboat Key by the Intracoastal Waterway. Anna Maria Bayfront Park located on the north end of Anna Maria island is a quiet beach park overlooking Tampa Bay. The business district and community of Bradenton Beach on the southern end of Anna Maria island is oriented toward vacationers who come to enjoy the surrounding beaches. Longboat Key, the next barrier island south, is popular with shell hunters along its beaches.
Culture
Bradenton's Riverfront Theatre has a three-year record of first-place wins within the Florida Theatre Conference and the Southeastern Theatre Conference competitions. In addition, the theatre currently holds the first place title from the American Association of Community Theatre competition.
Located on the Manatee River in downtown Bradenton is the South Florida Museum, Bishop Planetarium and Parker Manatee Aquarium. This one-stop museum-planetarium-aquarium offers a glimpse of Florida history, a...
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Hotels in Bradenton
 | TradeWinds Island Grand  |
Score 8.125 from 4 reviews | | 5500 Gulf Boulevard |  |
| TradeWinds Island Grand is known for its meandering waterways shaded by abundant vegetation and filled with white swans and Nile Perch. Guests can wind their way through the resort area via paddleboat.
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 | Gulf Watch Condominium  |
Score 0 from 0 reviews | | 601 Gulf Drive North | |
| Enjoy the likes of the following local eateries:
Beach House Restaurant
Gulf Drive Cafe
Sun House Restaurant & Bar
Oma Pizza & Italian Restaurant
Banana Cabana Caribbean Grill
Star Fish Co Seafood Market ... more | | |
 | Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center |
Score 6.425 from 13 reviews | | 5250 Gulf Boulevard | |
| Our Spinners Revolving Rooftop Lounge and Bistro located on the 12th floor gives you an unsurpassed 360-degree panoramic view of the island of St. Pete Beach, Gulf of Mexico and Boca Ciega Bay that is sure to take your breath away. Our menu consists of both local and continental cuisine prepared by our award winning chefs that is sure to awaken all of your pleasure senses.
Bahama Mama’s Beach Bar & Grille with its unhurried casual atmosphere is the place to be just for the fun of it. Here there are no pressures or deadlines to meet. Whether it is lying on a chaise lounge between two palm trees under the sun and enjoying a tropical libation or having a bite to eat of something from our extensive casual menu with your feet in the sand is a pleasure lovers dream come true.
If you are looking for a place to getaway or hold a meeting, tradeshow, wedding or party in a casual, serene and upscale atmosphere then our Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort is just the answer you have been looking for. Whether the event is large, small, indoors, outdoors, casual or elegant we can accommodate your every need.
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 | Gulf Strand Resort |
Score 0 from 0 reviews | | 4510 Gulf Boulevard | |
| The large gulf view balconies provide a relaxing area to take in the tropical atmosphere and of course, the amazing Florida sunsets.
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 | Caprice Resort |
Score 7.75 from 2 reviews | | 6950 Beach Plaza | |
| Typical one- and two-bedroom suites offer a host of amenities tailored to make your stay more enjoyable. And each of our air-conditioned condos boasts its own private balcony looking out onto the beautiful Gulf Coast. You'll also find a fully equipped kitchen complete with dishwasher and microwave; a spacious living area with sofa and entertainment center and plenty of room for the whole family to stretch out and relax.
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Dolphin Surfing Guaranteed!
Dolphins love to body surf the tremendous wake created by the Sea Thriller Speedboat. The wake is just like a wave rolling in on the beach, but it lasts a lot longer. Dolphins will follow the Sea Thriller effortlessly riding or body "surfing" and jumping this rolling wall of water.
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Jack Fields Agency
Located in quaint downtown kissimmee, Jack Fields Agency is among some of the most historic storefronts, with most buildings built around 1900. Take a stroll down Main St. and you'll be transported back to the early 1900's where storefronts are friendly and inviting, each specializing in their own trade. Don't forget to stop by The Someday Shop and say hi to Jan.
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| tel: | 407-870-5534 |
| openingHours: | 9am-5pm |
| address: | 10 E Monument Ave. |
| email: | druffej@nationwide.com |
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Gatorland® is a 110-acre theme park and wildlife preserve, combining "Old Florida" charm with exciting, new exhibits and entertainment. The park opened as a roadside attraction in 1949. Known internationally as the "Alligator Capital of the World"™, Gatorland today provides affordable priced family fun with thousands of alligators and crocodiles, a breeding marsh with boardwalk and observation tower, one-of-a-kind reptilian shows, miniature water-park, aviary, petting zoo, educational programs and much, much more. Gator Gully - Opening Spring 2007!
Over a quarter-acre and ready to soak, Gator Gully Splash Park is the perfect place to cool off! You'll find giant egrets spilling water from their beaks; dueling gators; an ol' jalopy, a bucket tree and Grandma's Wet Shack where kids of all ages can enjoy truckloads of cool H2O. Special Offer - Price displayed currently includes a discount of 10% off the normal retail price - BOOK NOW!
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