What if your next Florida holiday included searching for fossilised shark teeth on beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, watching dolphins in the waters of Charlotte Harbor and enjoying fresh seafood as the sun sets over the Gulf?
Welcome to Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, a wonderfully different side of the Sunshine State that many UK travellers have yet to experience.
Away from Florida's famous theme parks and larger resorts, this corner of Southwest Florida brings together beautiful beaches, wildlife-rich waterways, historic waterfront communities and an impressive variety of outdoor adventures. From exploring the vast waters of Charlotte Harbor and discovering the natural beauty of Manasota Key to strolling through Historic Punta Gorda, there's far more here than you might first imagine.
And there are some unexpected experiences waiting. Where else could you spend the morning hunting for fossilised shark teeth, the afternoon kayaking through mangrove waterways and the evening enjoying a spectacular Gulf Coast sunset? Add waterfront restaurants, independent shops, island escapes and opportunities to encounter dolphins, manatees and extraordinary birdlife, and you have all the ingredients for a memorable Florida holiday.
But perhaps the biggest surprise is how easily Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach fits into a wider Florida adventure.Whether you're combining it with Orlando's theme parks, following the Gulf Coast south towards Naples and the Everglades or planning a longer fly-drive, this is somewhere worth making time for rather than simply passing through.
In our latest blog, we reveal what makes this destination so special, the experiences you won't want to miss, where to stay and why it deserves a place on your next Florida itinerary.
Think you already know Florida? This might just change your mind.
Read the full blog to discover why Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach should be on your radar for your next holiday:
https://bit.ly/3W4qlCJWant to discover even more? Explore our dedicated Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach destination hub, packed with inspiration on the region's beaches, wildlife, outdoor adventures, waterfront communities and cultural attractions. You'll also find suggested itineraries showing how easily this part of Southwest Florida can become part of your next tailor-made holiday.
Posted by: Discover North America
Posted on: 11/10/2026