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Mermaid painting at Eclectic Whimsy In addition to amazing beaches, Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach has a thriving art and craft scene, with hundreds of local artists in all genres and media, lots of

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Each morning during sea turtle nesting season, dedicated volunteers walk Charlotte County’s beaches checking for new activity. They begin during the predawn hours and typically finish their duties

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It’s that time of year again when the weather is just about perfect for a day at the beach in beautiful Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, Florida. It’s not too hot, and the water is warm, comfortable, and

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Updated August 25, 2020 Get Muddy! There’s no need to pay for an expensive mud treatment at the spa when there’s the great outdoors! One of the best therapy treatments is riding through the mud at

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Many families plan their beach vacations in the summer because their children are out of school, but local families and now many travelers are discovering that fall is a wonderful time to be in Punta

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I just finished walking across America. Many people thought I was crazy for going west to east during my walk but I knew I wanted to end in Florida, because, well, I love Florida. I figured what a

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Southwest Florida attracts travelers from around the world seeking unique ecotourism opportunities. The region doesn't disappoint, especially when it comes to wildlife viewing. The Gulf of Mexico is

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Every time I visit Englewood Beach I fall in love with a blind date. I’ve recently taken the pineapple plunge and next time I’m in Punta Gorda I’ve decided I wouldn’t mind being ‘punched’ by a

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Can You Picture Yourself Sitting on the Beach at Palm Island Resort? Are the holidays leaving you exhausted? Well, we found the right remedy for Florida residents, the Palm Island Resort Lucky 13

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Englewood Beach, Florida. Photo by Eileen Ludwig, www.freelancetourist.com The following is a guest blog post by travel blogger Eileen Ludwig of FreelanceTourist.com. Charlotte County comprises of

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Florida's premier year-round eco-tourism destination, Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, The Charlotte Harbor Gulf Island Coast, is known for its pristine, unspoiled beauty. The area has hosted seven major feature films, been featured on SAIL magazine's list of the "10 Greatest Places to Sail in the United States," ranked by Golf Digest as the "Third Best Place to Live and Play Golf in America," and rated by MONEY magazine as one of the "Best Places to Live in the South." For information about area events, activities and attractions, contact the Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor and Convention Bureau, 1700 Tamiami Trail, Suite G-2, Port Charlotte, FL; call 941-743-1900 for a free Visitor's Guide; or visit the Web site at PureFlorida.com.

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Category - Beaches

Creative Confluence 5: Englewood Pt. 1

Coastal Wildlife Club, Stewards of Englewood Beach's Sea Turtles

6 Ways to get Your Family Beach Ready

Things to do Other than the Beach in Charlotte County

Fall is a Favorite Time in Punta Gorda and Englewood Beach

What Does One Do After Walking Across America? They Relax in Englewood Beach.

Sea Turtles of Southwest Florida

Cocktails and Sunsets

Palm Island Resort Offering Lucky 13 Specials for Florida Residents, Jan. 1 - Feb. 13, 2013

Escape to Charlotte County Southwest Florida

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