It goes without saying that golf is hard. That’s the appeal—those myriad internal and external factors that must be considered, integrated, and adapted to before one even thinks about lining up a shot. While golfing is a challenge, getting out on the course doesn’t need to be. In Punta…
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For those who like to keep active while on vacation or traveling for business, we’ve got one of the most scenic walks, or runs, in all Southwest Florida. In the matter of an hour, you can not only get your workout in but also enjoy the pristine scenery of our expansive Charlotte Harbor. The double…
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Pickleball, a combination of tennis, table tennis, and badminton, is a fun and friendly sport that almost anyone can learn to play. This may be part of the reason it has become the fastest-growing sport in America over the past four years. It's also among the most inclusive of communities—picklers…
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What’s an outdoor aficionado to do when stifled by cold, snow, and ice? Head south to Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, of course! Winter around here usually means temperate days, so you’ll be comfortable golfing, fishing, beaching, biking, and enjoying every other outside activity you can think of. The…
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I love to visit somewhere that I've never been to before. As a first-time visitor to the Charlotte Harbor region I found a lot different types of adventure options to choose from. Punta Gorda Take your Taste Buds on a Culinary Adventure One of my favorite ways to experience a city is by…
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Our beautiful beaches are a huge draw, but there are also many activities to experience and sights to see away from the sand and surf. When you want to do something other than go to the beach in Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, or Englewood, explore below for some inspiration on how to spend your…
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Once you get here, you’ll be so relaxed, you’ll feel like you’re on the ultimate staycation! Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach offers several different vibes, depending on where you stay. Englewood, Cape Haze, and Placida are laid back, Punta Gorda is casually elegant, and Port Charlotte is an easygoing…
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As we're reminded every May during National Safe Boating Week, every person who sets foot on a boat of any kind is encouraged to wear a life jacket. But what if the boat owner doesn't have enough for everyone? The Peace River Sail and Power Squadron, the local unit of the United States Power…
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Harborwalk in Punta Gorda is an outdoor adventure buffet from end to end. I am about to taste its delights. While gathering my camera, sunhat and sunglasses a couple walks by my parked car, straw hats at a jaunty angle, a bounce in their stride and water bottles by their sides. Their body language…
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Punta Gorda is a hidden treasure on the Peace River with a historic downtown district, thriving nightlife scene, award-winning restaurants and pristine parks. Whether you prefer action-packed outdoor adventure or being wined and dined by candlelight, here are some ideas that prove you don’t have to…
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