Planning a family vacation to Anna Maria Island is exciting, but anyone who has traveled with kids knows the logistics can pile up fast. Where do you park at the beach? How do you haul the chairs, the cooler, the towels, and the toddler all at once? Here is the island secret that makes family trips so much easier: a golf cart.
Families come back to Anna Maria Island golf cart rentals year after year for good reason. In this guide, we will walk through exactly why a cart makes a family trip smoother, more fun, and less stressful, plus how to pick the right size for your crew.
A golf cart solves the exact headaches that make family beach trips stressful. Here is what wins parents over:
Simply put, a cart takes the friction out of island life with kids. Browse our golf cart rentals to see what fits your family.
We offer 4, 6, and 8 passenger street-legal carts, so there is a fit for every family:
Our tip: if you are between sizes, go bigger. The extra room for grandparents, friends, and gear is always welcome, and nobody ever wishes they had a smaller cart.
Once you have your cart, the island opens up. Family favorites within an easy cruise include:
Make a full beach day of it with our beach gear rentals, or add a calm-water paddle with our kayak rentals for the older kids.
A few simple habits keep cart rides safe and stress-free for the whole family:
A little care goes a long way, and our team is happy to share pointers when you pick up.
When you are juggling a family trip, the last thing you need is a rental hassle. Crabby Joe’s is a family-owned, island-local shop, which means we get it. We deliver your cart right to your vacation home or resort, and you do not even need to be home. When your trip winds down, we swing by for pickup. No returns, no stress.
We are also a one-stop shop for everything your family needs, from carts and bikes to kayaks and beach gear, so you can plan it all in one place. Find us on Pine Avenue in the heart of Anna Maria, or book online in a few clicks.
Best-value rates, free delivery, 24/7 local support — everything a week on Anna Maria Island should be. Call 855-Crabby-Joes or reserve online.
Yes. Golf carts are a family favorite because they carry the whole crew plus beach gear, park easily where cars struggle, and turn getting around into part of the fun. We offer 6 and 8 passenger carts made for families and groups.
A 4 passenger cart suits a couple with young kids, a 6 passenger fits a standard family, and an 8 passenger is best for big or multi-generational families. If you are unsure, size up for extra room for gear and guests.
Yes. Everyone should stay seated with arms and legs inside while the cart is moving, and the driver must have a valid license and follow normal road rules. Simple safety habits keep the ride fun for everyone.
Yes. We deliver and pick up right at your vacation home or resort anywhere on Anna Maria Island, and you do not need to be home. Your cart is ready when you arrive.
Absolutely. We offer chairs, umbrellas, and coolers, plus bikes and kayaks, all deliverable with your cart so your family has everything in one place.
A golf cart is the little upgrade that makes a family trip to Anna Maria Island so much smoother, and so much more fun. Skip the parking stress, bring everyone along, and let the island feel like the easy getaway it should be. Reserve your family’s Anna Maria golf cart rental today, or call 855-272-2295, and we will have it ready and waiting.
