Welcome! You've made it to our little slice of paradise, so now what?
You may have a general idea of what you want to do, but we encourage you to explore our blog for an idea of all there is to experience in the area!
Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach offers myriad experiences from exciting to relaxing, from culinary to many forms of live entertainment, and everything in between.
Have fun!
Things to Do and See
An Art Walk Back in Time: Punta...
You know that relaxed, satisfied kind of tired you get after exerting yourself with an afternoon out, a fun...
Batter...Coming Right Up! Tampa Bay...
To get you hyped for 2020 Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training, we’ve compiled a handy reference calendar...
Now Hear (and See!) This, Jan....
Get up, get down, get around, have a ball! Save the Dates 18th Annual Cracker Fair at Pioneer Plaza, Feb. 8:...
(Way More Than) 20 Fun and...
The idea was four posts with five fun things each, but there's too much! Hence, our first installment of...
More Than Meets the Eye: PGICA
Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association is a community—and visitor—educational, entertainment, and...
Treat, Stroll, Repeat!
SW Florida Walking Tours: Long Lunch Tour* How it works: All food and water is covered in the price of the...
Creative Confluence Part 3: Port...
Two abstract paintings featured at the Charlotte Arts Gallery in the Port Charlotte Town Center Mall (Updated...
Making the Most of Your Day at...
There's nothing that can soothe the soul quite like time spent outdoors in Charlotte County. Whether...
7 Ways to Take a Break from the...
Experience Real Florida with Babcock Ranch Eco Tours This 90-minute buggy tour through a working cattle ranch...
Florida International Air Show: A...
America’s Ambassadors in Blue, the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, headline the Florida International Air...
Wild Art + Mindful Nature = Peace...
Before I arrived, I had in mind that I was going to look for “fall” colors at the Peace River...
Ahoy, Relaxation Ahead!
Did you know there’s a population of around 800 dolphins between Lemon Bay and Charlotte Harbor? I did...
Explore the History of Charlotte...
A.C. Freeman House Charlotte County was established in 1921, but the history of the area dates as far back as...
Calling All Collectors--and Freaks,...
Rec apture your childhood at this hidden Englewood gem. Rick “The Catman” Kingston is on a...
Punta Gorda's Wildest Retirement...
You may get a certain song from a certain musical stuck in your head when you’re on your way there, but...
Creative Confluence: Punta Gorda,...
(Lidded ceramic jar by Jack Vartanian) (Updated 1/9/2020) It’s not hyperbole to say that Punta...
Fuel Up at These 5 Punta Gorda and...
No matter how often you might make excuses for skipping it in your standard morning routine, there's just...
Be Safe Out There
Every person who sets foot on a boat of any kind is encouraged to wear a life jacket, but what if the boat...
Creative Confluence, Part 1
(Updated 1/9/2020) Just as Charlotte Harbor Estuary is the confluence of the Myakka, Peace, and Caloosahatchee...
Every Day is National Wildlife Day
Although the “official” National Wildlife Day is Sept. 4, in Florida, it’s every day!...
Culture, dining, shopping, and more!
Creative Confluence Part 3: Port...
Two abstract paintings featured at the Charlotte Arts Gallery in the Port Charlotte Town Center Mall (Updated...
Wild Art + Mindful Nature = Peace...
Before I arrived, I had in mind that I was going to look for “fall” colors at the Peace River...
Calling All Collectors--and Freaks,...
Rec apture your childhood at this hidden Englewood gem. Rick “The Catman” Kingston is on a...
Creative Confluence: Punta Gorda,...
(Lidded ceramic jar by Jack Vartanian) (Updated 1/9/2020) It’s not hyperbole to say that Punta...
Fuel Up at These 5 Punta Gorda and...
No matter how often you might make excuses for skipping it in your standard morning routine, there's just...
Creative Confluence, Part 1
(Updated 1/9/2020) Just as Charlotte Harbor Estuary is the confluence of the Myakka, Peace, and Caloosahatchee...
7 Reasons to Plan a Shell Creek...
There are days when you're on a fishing mission, and there are days when you want to slow down your...
Find Your Flavor: The Beer, Wine &...
When it comes to bars and breweries, the best options aren’t found only in big cities. In the small,...
Outdoorsy to Refined: Punta Gorda...
Punta Gorda is a hidden treasure on the Peace River with a historic downtown district, thriving nightlife...
Eating My Way Through Punta Gorda,...
Eating My Way Through Punta Gorda, Florida Succulent crab meat, hours after being caught. A taste of France...