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
Now Hear (and See!) This, Dec....
Time to move and groove, or chill and relax, your call! December 16 John Denver Country Christmas at Visani...
Now Hear (and See!) This, Dec. 5-15
Enjoy a wide variety of entertainment this week! Featured: Punta Gorda Symphony presents Holiday Pops at The...
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...
Holidays on the Harbor, 2019
There’s always a lot to do in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, but the holiday season takes it to the next...
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) It’s not hyperbole to say that Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach is...
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
Just as Charlotte Harbor Estuary is the confluence of the Myakka, Peace, and Caloosahatchee Rivers, so to is...
Every Day is National Wildlife Day
Although the “official” National Wildlife Day is Sept. 4, in Florida, it’s every day!...
Five Breezy Things to do for...
National Ride the Wind Day is every Aug. 23! Although the day technically commemorates the anniversary of the...
Riding the Fun (Waves)
You know something is very good when you find yourself planning your next visit before the first is even over,...
Top Five Activities for Outsider...
Before you know it, we’ll be in that wonderful time of year when children go back to school and the...
Skydiving in Punta Gorda
How does it feel to tumble out of a small Cessna at 13,000 feet? Or do a tandem skydive and freefall above the...
Culture, dining, shopping, and more!
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) It’s not hyperbole to say that Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach is...
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
Just as Charlotte Harbor Estuary is the confluence of the Myakka, Peace, and Caloosahatchee Rivers, so to is...
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...
Cocktails and Sunsets
Every time I visit Englewood Beach I fall in love with a blind date. I’ve recently taken the pineapple...