Halfway between Sarasota and Fort Myers is an off-the-beaten track Florida vacation getaway that’s far from the crowds and close to wildlife and fishing. The summer season in Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands offers plenty of deals and packages for an affordable vacation. The Four Points by Sheraton Harborside and Fishermen’s Village Resort and Marina, both in charming, historic Punta Gorda, are offering “wild” themed deals that include eco-tours and sport fishing.
Gatorz Galore Getaway in Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands
For $235 plus tax, based on double occupancy. Now through Nov. 15, the package includes:
• 3 day/ 2 night stay
• Gator Welcome Basket in Room ($30.00 value)
• 90 minute swamp buggy ride ($42.68 value)
• Dinner for two at Alli-Gators Restaurant ($45.00 value)
Sink your teeth into a two-night gator getaway to Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands. Stay two nights at the Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside overlooking the marina and the beautiful waters of Charlotte Harbor. Included is a welcome Gator Gift Basket from Fishermen’s Village waterfront mall. Next day, take a ride on the wild side at Babcock Wilderness Adventures during a 90-minute swamp buggy tour through Florida wilderness where you’ll come nose-to-snout with gators galore. Bite back later that day at an alligator-themed restaurant serving gator bites.
Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside
33 Tamiami Trail
Punta Gorda, Florida
941-637-6770
Packages can be booked online at www.fourpoints.com/puntagordaharborside
Rates are per room, per night, plus tax, based on single/double occupancy and availability.
"Silver King" Tarpon Fishing or Back Bay Fishing Package
• Two-Night Stay at Fishermen’s Village Resort
• Two Sunset Cruise Tickets
• Saltwater or Back Bay Fishing Charter
• Pricing starts at: $350 per person, plus tax, based
on double occupancy
• Based on availability; advance reservations required
Enjoy a two-night stay in a 1,000 sq. ft. Vacation Villa overlooking scenic Charlotte Harbor at world famous Fishermen’s Village Waterfront Mall Resort and Marina, full of shopping, dining and nightlife. Enjoy a Sunset Cruise as the sun sets into the calm waters of the harbor. Next day, embark on a choice of Tarpon or Back Bay fishing in the Charlotte Harbor Aquatic Preserve with professional guides who take you to the hottest spots. Full-service charter King Fisher Fleet (www.kingfisherfleet.com) will take care of the fishing license, bait, rods and tackle.
Fishermen’s Village Waterfront Mall Resort and Marina
1200 W. Retta Esplanade
Punta Gorda, Florida
www.fishville.com
941-637-6770; 800-639-0020
About Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands
Located halfway between Tampa and Naples on the Southwest Florida Gulf coast, Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands is a charming collection of nine coastal communities surrounding the state’s second largest harbor. Florida’s premier year-round eco-tourism destination, Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands offers a pristine unspoiled beauty that has served as the backdrop for seven major feature films as well as countless memorable vacations. A haven for outdoor enthusiasts, Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands has been named to SAIL magazine’s “10 Greatest Places to Sail in the United States,” ranked by Golf Digest as “Third Best Place to Live and Play Golf in America,” and rated by MONEY magazine as one of the “Best Places to Live in the South.” Port Charlotte was named “Best Place to Retire” by MONEY magazine. The city of Punta Gorda was named in 2008 as one of “Top Ten Places to Retire Healthy” by U.S. News & World Report. Englewood, Fla. was named as #2 of the Top Ten emerging travel destinations in the U.S. by TripAdvisor.com.
For information about area events, activities and attractions, contact the Charlotte Harbor Visitor’s Bureau, 18501 Murdock Circle, Suite 502, Port Charlotte, FL 33948; 941-743-1900, or call toll free at 1-800-652-6090 for a free Visitor’s Guide; or visit the Web site at www.CharlotteHarborTravel.com.
CONTACTS: Mary Huff
SMITH
(404) 713-3774
mhuff@Smithadv.com
For the Charlotte Harbor Visitor & Convention Bureau
Gatorz Galore Getaway in Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands
For $235 plus tax, based on double occupancy. Now through Nov. 15, the package includes:
• 3 day/ 2 night stay
• Gator Welcome Basket in Room ($30.00 value)
• 90 minute swamp buggy ride ($42.68 value)
• Dinner for two at Alli-Gators Restaurant ($45.00 value)
Sink your teeth into a two-night gator getaway to Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands. Stay two nights at the Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside overlooking the marina and the beautiful waters of Charlotte Harbor. Included is a welcome Gator Gift Basket from Fishermen’s Village waterfront mall. Next day, take a ride on the wild side at Babcock Wilderness Adventures during a 90-minute swamp buggy tour through Florida wilderness where you’ll come nose-to-snout with gators galore. Bite back later that day at an alligator-themed restaurant serving gator bites.
Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside
33 Tamiami Trail
Punta Gorda, Florida
941-637-6770
Packages can be booked online at www.fourpoints.com/puntagordaharborside
Rates are per room, per night, plus tax, based on single/double occupancy and availability.
"Silver King" Tarpon Fishing or Back Bay Fishing Package
• Two-Night Stay at Fishermen’s Village Resort
• Two Sunset Cruise Tickets
• Saltwater or Back Bay Fishing Charter
• Pricing starts at: $350 per person, plus tax, based
on double occupancy
• Based on availability; advance reservations required
Enjoy a two-night stay in a 1,000 sq. ft. Vacation Villa overlooking scenic Charlotte Harbor at world famous Fishermen’s Village Waterfront Mall Resort and Marina, full of shopping, dining and nightlife. Enjoy a Sunset Cruise as the sun sets into the calm waters of the harbor. Next day, embark on a choice of Tarpon or Back Bay fishing in the Charlotte Harbor Aquatic Preserve with professional guides who take you to the hottest spots. Full-service charter King Fisher Fleet (www.kingfisherfleet.com) will take care of the fishing license, bait, rods and tackle.
Fishermen’s Village Waterfront Mall Resort and Marina
1200 W. Retta Esplanade
Punta Gorda, Florida
www.fishville.com
941-637-6770; 800-639-0020
About Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands
Located halfway between Tampa and Naples on the Southwest Florida Gulf coast, Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands is a charming collection of nine coastal communities surrounding the state’s second largest harbor. Florida’s premier year-round eco-tourism destination, Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands offers a pristine unspoiled beauty that has served as the backdrop for seven major feature films as well as countless memorable vacations. A haven for outdoor enthusiasts, Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands has been named to SAIL magazine’s “10 Greatest Places to Sail in the United States,” ranked by Golf Digest as “Third Best Place to Live and Play Golf in America,” and rated by MONEY magazine as one of the “Best Places to Live in the South.” Port Charlotte was named “Best Place to Retire” by MONEY magazine. The city of Punta Gorda was named in 2008 as one of “Top Ten Places to Retire Healthy” by U.S. News & World Report. Englewood, Fla. was named as #2 of the Top Ten emerging travel destinations in the U.S. by TripAdvisor.com.
For information about area events, activities and attractions, contact the Charlotte Harbor Visitor’s Bureau, 18501 Murdock Circle, Suite 502, Port Charlotte, FL 33948; 941-743-1900, or call toll free at 1-800-652-6090 for a free Visitor’s Guide; or visit the Web site at www.CharlotteHarborTravel.com.
CONTACTS: Mary Huff
SMITH
(404) 713-3774
mhuff@Smithadv.com
For the Charlotte Harbor Visitor & Convention Bureau