Enjoy a sunrise overlooking Tampa Bay and a picture-perfect Florida sunset to long remember on the Gulf of Mexico without ever having to leave the island. Ana Maria is an unspoiled paradise just one hour south of Tampa, at the mouth of Tampa Bay.

Coquina: a small, colorful tasty clam that buries into the sand when washed ashore. (And, seems to be liked by sand pipers.) Coquina Beach Club: a small friendly condominium situated on the beach where you may enjoy a colorful vacation snoozing, swimming, sun tanning, or shelling. If you desire more color in life, depart for the fishing piers, shop, rent a boat, and try parasailing over the blue green waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

Walk the beach! There are 7 1/2 miles of white sand beach, all of it open to the public. With it's fine white sugar sand, it's one of the finest beaches in the United States or anywhere else for that matter Enjoy the water and Swim or snorkel in the crystal clear Gulf of Mexico. Soak up the sun and Sunbathe on the beach, or if you’re the active type you can Collect shells - they are plentiful on these beaches.

Fish from shore and off-shore - Fishing is great! Some of the finest golf courses in southern Florida are within easy driving distance. There are two public tennis courts on the island. Several Parasail boats operate from the Cortez Village just across the bridge. Jet skis or kayaks can be rented at several local marinas and outfitters.