About Shore Thing Tiki Cruises

Cruise with the Lifelong Locals!

Shore Thing Tiki Cruises is locally owned and operated on Anna Maria Island. Our home grown crew knows the local waters and the best spots to cruise aboard our custom floating tiki lounge.

Meet Our Crew

Captain Frank, Captain Rick and Adrienne

Captain Frank Galati grew up on Anna Maria Island and has called this area home for over 40 years. Much of that time has been spent on these waters. Captain Frank’s charismatic and lovable personality ensures you’ll have a great time and will keep you coming back for more! Along with Captain Frank is Captain Rick. Captain Rick has also lived in the area for most of his life. Adrienne handles the marketing that brings it all together. They have been friends for over 30 years and with the launch of Shore Thing Tiki Cruises, have made their dream a reality.

Let them share their passion for the sea, good times, and friends with you and yours!

Captain Steven

I was born in St. Petersburg, FL but raised in Woodstock, GA. Florida was always my favorite vacation destination, however now that I’m lucky enough to call Florida my home, I look forward to cruises and attempting to snowboard in the mountains someday. Some of my favorite places on Anna Maria Island are The Waterfront Restaurant, Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub, Star Fish Company, Freckled Fin Irish Pub, and visiting the Coquina Beach Market. My hobbies include kayaking, volleyball, tennis, oil painting, rollerblading, hunting, fishing, taking my dog Roscoe to parks & beaches, grilling, scuba, darts, billiards as well as discovering new restaurants.

Captain Sue

I’m from Edina, MN and relocated to Port Charlotte, FL 19 years ago. My favorite vacation destination is here, anywhere on my boat. I’m fortunate to be living full time in the great state of Florida. My favorite restaurant on island is The Ugly Grouper. My hobbies include boating, horses, yoga, outside concerts, and my collie dog “Eros”.

Roe

I’m from Chicago, IL and moved to Sarasota, FL in 2015. My favorite vacation destinations is Anywhere! I love to travel. My favorite place on AMI is the beach, Feast Restaurant, and Star Fish Company. My hobbies include sports, rafting/kayaking, fishing, boating/sailing, gardening, biking, working out, reading, hanging at the beach, snorkeling, traveling, hiking/bouldering, and cooking. I like to do everything and anything fun.

Captain Trevor

I’m from Fresno, California and moved to Florida in 2016. My favorite vacation destination is Fiji. I loved it so much I moved there for 2 years. My favorite place on AMI is Skinny’s. They have the best greasy burgers and cheapest beer around. My hobbies include scuba diving, sailing, skiing, playing with my doggies and learning how to kiteboard.

Katie

I was born and raised in beautiful Bradenton, FL! My favorite vacation destination is anywhere with a beach. You can always find me in the sunshine by the ocean! My favorite restaurant on Anna Maria Island is Wicked Cantina. Some of my hobbies include going to the beach, trying new foods, and spending time with my family and friends.

Crew subject to change due to scheduling conflicts.

Our Boats

Career Pivot

Welcome aboard Career Pivot, a custom built, one of a kind, floating tiki bar and lounge. It's 30 foot deck has the capacity to hold up to 17 guests and is equipped with the latest amenities. With a relaxed environment and everything you need to have a great time, it’s sure to be the best time you and your friends will have on the water!

Career Pivot Is fully equipped with all of the following, and more:

Onboard bathroom
Bluetooth compatible 600 watt audio system that allows you to control the music
USB charging ports to keep all your electronics fully charged
BYOB - food, beverages and alcohol and we’ll keep it cold for you in our large cooler stocked with ice and complementary bottled water
Capacity for 17 people
Comfortable furniture - no bus seating like some boats

Never 2 Early

Welcome aboard Never 2 Early, a custom built, one of a kind, floating tiki bar and lounge. It's 30 foot deck has the capacity to hold up to 6 guests and is equipped with the latest amenities. With a relaxed environment and everything you need to have a great time, it’s sure to be the best time you and your friends will have on the water!

Never 2 Early is fully equipped with all of the following, and more:

Onboard bathroom
Bluetooth compatible 600 watt audio system that allows you to control the music
USB charging ports to keep all your electronics fully charged
BYOB - food, beverages and alcohol and we’ll keep it cold for you in our large cooler stocked with ice and complementary bottled water
Capacity for 6 people
Comfortable furniture - no bus seating like some boats

Fun-Filled Tiki Cruises for Locals & Out-of-Towners

Whether you’re hosting an event or just want to relax and get away from it all, Shore Thing Tiki Cruises has you covered. We love helping you make your day special, whether you’re a bachelor or bachelorette, a birthday boy or girl, the best boss in town, or are celebrating an anniversary. We host adults on booze cruises, with stops at our local tiki bar, and all-ages cruises around the local islands and sandbars.

Visit our cruises page to learn more, or contact us online to make a reservation.