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Tell us what you know about Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach and win shopping vouchers

1 May 2026

How well do you know Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach?

We’ve partnered with Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach to better understand what UK travel agents know about this hidden gem on Florida’s Gulf Coast — and what would help you feel confident recommending it to your clients.

With its uncrowded, sun-drenched beaches, unique shark-tooth hunting experiences and some of the freshest Gulf seafood around, Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach offers a different side of Florida – one that’s relaxed, authentic and refreshingly under the radar. It’s why the destination is known as ‘Pure Florida’.

Whether you’re already selling the area or it’s not yet on your radar, we want your honest feedback. Your insight will help shape future training, tools and support for UK agents, making it easier to sell the destination and match it to the right clients.

The survey takes just a few minutes to complete, and as a thank you, all agents who take part by 8 June will be entered into a prize draw to win shopping vouchers. There’s one top prize of £100 in Love2Shop vouchers, and three runners-up will win a £50 voucher.

Take part today and help bring a new side of Florida to your clients – while being in with a chance of winning a great prize.

SECTION 1: About You

Full Name(Required)

First Last

Work Email(Required)

Company Name(Required)

Years of experience in the travel industry (single choice)(Required)

0–2 years

3–5 years

6–10 years

11–20 years

20+ years

Other

Primary specialist area (Single choice)(Required)

Worldwide leisure

USA specialist

Florida specialist

Luxury travel

Adventure travel

Tailor-made itineraries

Other

6. Region (UK) (Single choice)(Required)

SECTION 2: Awareness & Perception

How familiar are you with Punta Gorda / Englewood Beach, Florida as a destination?(Required)

Prior to this survey, how would you rate your overall perception of Punta Gorda / Englewood Beach, Florida?(Required)

Please detail your answer…

Which of the following attributes do you associate with Punta Gorda / Englewood Beach, Florida? (Multiple choice – select all that apply)(Required)

Relaxed coastal destination

Authentic / non-commercial Florida

Nature & wildlife

Fishing / boating

Wellness / slow travel

Culinary experiences

Good for fly-drive itineraries

Sports tourism

I am unsure what it offers

SECTION 3: Thematic Resonance

Which of the following themes do you believe would resonate most strongly with your customers? (Multiple choice – max 3 selections)(Required)

Select between 3 and 3 choices.

Fly-drive itineraries

Wellness & relaxation

Sport fishing

Nature & wildlife

Solo travel

Sports travel (including 2026 World Cup)

Culinary experiences

Which ONE theme would you feel most confident selling?(Required)

Fly-drive itineraries

Wellness & relaxation

Sport fishing

Nature & wildlife

Solo travel

Sports travel (including 2026 World Cup)

Culinary experiences

Please rank the following themes in order of likely consumer demand (1 = highest demand).

Fly-drive
Shopping
Wellness
Fishing
Nature & wildlife
Solo travel
Sports travel
Culinary
Museums
Beaches

SECTION 4: Experience & Product Appeal

How important is the quality and variety of culinary experiences when choosing a destination for your clients?(Required)

To what extent does the cost of eating out influence your clients’ choice of destination?(Required)

Which culinary choices would resonate most with your clients?(Required)

Fresh local seafood

Independent restaurants

Waterfront dining

Food festivals & events

Farm-to-table experiences

None of the above

How appealing do you believe guided wildlife eco-tours (e.g. Babcock Ranch Eco-Tour) would be to your clients?(Required)

Which nature or wildlife experiences would most appeal to your customers?(Required)

Coastal wildlife & birdwatching

Marine life experiences

Nature reserves & parks

Kayaking / eco-tours

Scenic cycling routes

None of these

Other- please specify

SECTION 5: Location & Itinerary Fit

How likely would you be to include Punta Gorda / Englewood Beach in a Florida fly-drive itinerary?(Required)

Before today, how aware were you of Punta Gorda’s proximity to Tampa and Fort Myers airports?(Required)

Not aware

Somewhat aware

Fully aware

SECTION 6: Audience Targeting

Which traveller types do you believe Punta Gorda is best suited for?(Required)

Select exactly 3 choices.

Families

Couples

Solo travellers

Adventure travellers

Food-focused travellers

Wellness travellers

Retirees / empty nesters

Luxury travellers

SECTION 7: Trade Support & Enablement

What would increase your confidence in selling Punta Gorda? (Multiple choice – select all that apply)(Required)

Destination webinar

Online training

Downloadable sales guide / cheat sheet

Sample itineraries

FAM trip opportunity

Consumer-facing assets (imagery / video)

Clear USPs vs other Florida destinations

Trade incentives

Nothing additional required

Other.... please detail

In one sentence, what is the main barrier to you actively selling Punta Gorda?(Required)

Prize draw terms & conditions

The prize draw is open to travel agents and tour operator staff based in the UK.
The survey will be open from 1 May and closes at 23:59 on 7 June 2026.
Complete the survey for an entry into the prize draw.
One survey entry per person.
Prizes on offer are: 1 x £100 Love2Shop voucher, 3 x £50 Love2Shop voucher.
Winners will be drawn after 8 June 2026 from all complete and valid entries.
Winners will be announced in the Travel Gossip Facebook group.
No alternative prizes will be offered.
Travel Gossip Ltd is the promoter on behalf of Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach and we reserve the right to change the terms of this competition at any time.
Travel Gossip or Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach may contact participants for further feedback in forthcoming focus group studies.