June 22, 2026
Golf carts took over Anna Maria Island without a single vote or policy memo. Here's how it happened organically, why it fits the island's old-Florida pace, and what it means for your next family trip to AMI.
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May 16, 2026
Published by Duane Gartman on May 16, 2026
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The AMI trolley runs on a schedule. The ferry drops you at the dock with no gear and no plan. A street-legal golf cart waits at your rental house, ready before you even unpack. Here is how the three Anna Maria Island transportation options actually compare for families.
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