As a military-friendly community, we have compiled several Veteran’s Day highlights to help you observe this important day: Veteran’s Day Parade The annual Charlotte County Veterans Day Parade typically kicks off from Port Charlotte Beach Park and travels along Harbor Boulevard to Edgewater Drive…
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Spooky season in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach means the air gets just a bit cooler, but the water stays warm and the beaches are uncrowded. This means lots of fun during the day and plenty of time in the evening after the sun sets to find fun things to do for Halloween Halloween Notte The annual…
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The first Saturday of every month is National Play Outside Day, which is the perfect excuse to get the family away from screens and indulge in some healthy outdoor playtime. Play is good for us, and while it comes naturally to many, some may need a little inspiration, so we’re happy to present some…
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We love Oktoberfest, so we’ve compiled a few of our local celebrations, both traditional and non, to give you an idea of the Oktoberfest fun to be had in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach. Upcoming Fun PetoberFest, an Oktoberfest for families, means your furry friends and kids can join in the fun! This…
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Gulf of Mexico Fall officially arrives on Sept. 22 this year, but the days are already more than an hour shorter, which means changes to the fishing season. Expect more mackerel, bonita, jacks, and sharks along the beaches and around the passes as the summer’s hatches of bait in the estuaries begin…
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Fall is a great time to travel, and Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach is the perfect destination for exciting fall events and activities worth traveling for. Here are a few to get you started: Let's Eat, Englewood One of our signature Fall events is the annual Let’s Eat, Englewood Restaurant Week, which…
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Over the long Labor Day weekend, we encourage you to visit us in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach for adventure or downtime, or a bit of both. Add a hearty helping of dazzling dining, splendid sunsets, and an almost endless array of activities, and you’re set for the whole weekend. Make Saturday a Punta…
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Gulf of Mexico August typically sees nearshore artificial reefs and rock ledges in 30 to 60 feet of water stacked up with mangrove snapper, barracuda, and Goliath grouper. This is good news if you’re targeting the latter species, but not so great if you're targeting snapper, since barracudas and…
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Discover the serenity of Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach beaches in this guide to the coastal charms of Charlotte County! Florida's gulf coast is a treasure trove of sandy delights offering breathtaking sunsets and warm waters. If you’re charting a course on a Florida beaches map, you’ll find some of…
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Taking your dog on vacation is great, especially if you travel to a spot with lots of pet-friendly activities, parks, and dog-friendly restaurants, like Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach. Explore below to find plenty of dog-friendly spots both you and your pup will enjoy: Dog Friendly Shopping and…
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