Despite almost everything working against us, the figures released by the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau show tourism on Anna Maria Island during October climbed nearly 15 per cent compared with the same month last year.
Even with the Anna Maria Island Bridge closed for the month, occupation rates on the island rose from 40.9 percent in October 2007 to 46.6 percent for October 2008, a 14.1 percent rise.
A recent national news story claimed that, according to government figures, Americans have reduced their discretionary spending dramatically because of the economy. Consumer spending dropped 2.8 percent in October, the largest decline in history.
It seems there are some things we just cannot give up - and Anna Maria Island is one of them!
If you haven't come to stay with us yet, visit annamaria.com for the best in island accomodation.
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