Holiday planning
School break
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Easter Week Stays in Holmes Beach (Anna Maria Island)
Easter Week gives you room for beach time without a rushed schedule.
Holmes Beach is central on the island, so day trips to Anna Maria City and Bradenton Beach stay easy.
Best for
Best for families with spring school breaks.
Highlights
- *A full week of spring sunshine and relaxed beach days.
- *Private heated pool for off-beach time.
- *Walk to the Gulf without crossing busy roads.
- *Central Holmes Beach base near Pine Avenue and Bridge Street.
- *Dog friendly for well-behaved pups 35 lbs or less.
Timing and open dates
For Easter Week, start watching open dates about 10 to 14 weeks out.
If you can shift arrival by a day or two, a Saturday arrival can unlock more options.
Sample holiday rhythm
- -Arrival day: groceries, quick beach walk, and a calm pool dip.
- -Midweek: slow mornings, beach time, and a sunset dinner out.
- -One day: explore Anna Maria City or Bradenton Beach by trolley.
- -Last day: sunrise stroll, pack up, and head home refreshed.
Local tips
Pick one day for a trolley ride to Anna Maria City.
Use the pool for a midweek reset.
Plan by month
Helpful links
Plan Easter Week early and lock in open dates.