Your Island Adventure Awaits: Top Ways to Use Your AMI Locals Gift Card This Fall

Fall is one of the best-kept secrets on Anna Maria Island, with warm Gulf breezes you’ll love, quieter beaches to recharge, and now, a special AMI Locals deal you can’t pass up! Book select homes online for 10% off or call us for up to 15% off 7+ night stays. The sweetest part? Qualifying call-in bookings also come with a Mastercard gift card, our treat of course, to spend during your stay.

Here’s your local’s guide to making the most out of it:

1. Dine With a Gulf View – Anna Maria Island is a food lover’s paradise, trust us we know! Nothing beats dinner with your toes in the sand. Use your gift card for:

The Sandbar Restaurant – Fresh seafood, craft cocktails, and front-row sunset seats.

Beach House Waterfront Restaurant – Known for its sustainable menu and beautiful beach views.

The Waterfront Restaurant – Island luxury with a view of the Anna Maria City Pier.

2. Shop Island-Chic! Bring home a piece of our island from these local favorites:

Shiny Fish Emporium – Whimsical Island decor, neat jewelry, and hand-painted sand dollars.

Pink & Navy Boutique – Stylish beachwear and accessories to get into the beachy vibe.

Pineapple Marketplace – A treasure trove of local art, antiques, and gifts!

Bridge Street Bazaar – Souvenirs for the family, beach gear, and Anna Maria swag.

3. Get Out on the Water – Spend your gift card on an unforgettable day at sea:

Sunset Cruises – Sail into the horizon with champagne in hand.

Kayaking & Paddleboarding – Explore mangrove tunnels and spot dolphins and manatees!

Fishing Charters – Reel in grouper, snapper, or even tarpon and grill them at your rental

Parasailing – Take in the beautiful views of the island from above.

4. Indulge Your Sweet Tooth – Treat yourself after a day at the beach:

Two Scoops Ice Cream – A local favorite for creamy, and oversized scoops.

Hometown Desserts – Key lime pie, carrot cake, and other sweet indulgences.

Small Town Creamery – Ice cream, fudge, and old-fashioned candy.

5. Relax & Recharge – Nothing says vacation like self-care:

Sea-renity Beach Spa & Eco Boutique – Beachfront massages with Gulf views, a must to do during your vacation!

Aluna Wellness Center & Spa – Holistic treatments and yoga classes.

In-home Massage Services – Let the spa come to you.

6. Explore & Play – Use your card for experiences and island fun:

Anna Maria Island Historical Society Museum – Learn the island’s story.

Bicycle Rentals – Cruise along the scenic Coquina Beach bike path.

Local Farmers Markets – Fresh produce, baked goods, and artisan crafts.

The best part? Because it’s a Mastercard gift card, you’re free to use it anywhere — on Anna Maria Island or even during a day trip to nearby Sarasota or St. Pete. Whether it’s a sunset dinner, a dolphin cruise, or that perfect souvenir, this little card is your ticket to island memories you’ll treasure.

Book between August 15–25, 2025 for stays through November 1, 2025, and let AMI Locals treat you to fall the island way.