Tag Archives: Punta Gorda

Florida’s Outdoor Building Murals Have Become Big Attractions

Posted on July 13, 2015 by floridatraveler

More and more Florida towns and cities of all sizes are recognizing that giant building murals not only can become attractions even in the least attractive areas of town, they also teach locals and visitors about the history and people … Continue reading →

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The Redneck Yacht Club – No Boats Allowed

Posted on April 21, 2014 by floridatraveler

When my father was Sports Editor of the newspaper in Punta Gorda – it was fishing, hunting, and football …. then fishing, hunting, and football. Not anymore. Charlotte County has the Redneck Yacht Club – one of the largest and … Continue reading →

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