Need a date night out in Port Cahrlotte? Don't we all?
The occasional date nights out are important for parents to connect and focus on each other. Date nights can "enhance your friendship as well as your emotional connectedness," Dianne Grande, Ph.D., a licensed clinical psychologist wrote in a Psychology Today article called "Date Night: Not a Luxury, a Necessity."
"Usually, the challenge for long-term couples is to get out of the routine that they have fallen into and put in some effort to make their lives together more fun and joyful," she writes.
So find a babysitter, schedule a playdate, or recruit a family member or friend to take over kid duties for a few hours this weekend, and plan a great few hours away with your honey. Here are five ideas for creative dates in Port Charlotte:
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Take a hike in North Port, Englewood, and
Find a new trail to explore together by foot, on bike, or even on snowshoes — depending on the time of the year! Some of my favorite places to get out in nature:
- Myakkahatchee Creek Trail- North Port- Featuring multiple trails in varying lengths. 1.3 miles in the park and just over the bridge across the creek past the entrance of the park are trails that average 4.8 miles.
- Address: 6968 Reistertown Road North Port FL
- Cedar Point Green and upper Red Trail-Englewood- Is a easy trail of 4.2 miles that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be on a leash.Located starting in Ann and Chuck Dever Regional Park
- Address: 6961 San Casa Dr, Englewood FL
- Tippecanoe Trail Port Charlotte- Features 380 acres right in Port Charlotte. Boasting of 7 miles of trails and board walks over wetland areas.
- Address:2400 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte
Where to eat in Port Charlotte?
After working up an appetite on the trail, stop at one of these great lunch spots:
- The Lighthouse Grill in Englewood for open air dining and a beautiful view of the water
- Blue and PInk Tequila in North Port or Lime Tequila in Port Charlotte
- Pioneers Pizza in Port Charlotte for a different indoor setting and good Italian choices.
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Create in Port Charlotte!
Take a class together in Charlotte County to get those creative juices flowing! In Port Charlotte you can find classes at places like:
- Bisque It Studio Port Charlotte- Drop in for pottery painting, glass fusion, canvas painting
- Painting with a Twist in Port Charlotte or Sarasota
Where to eat in Charlotte County?
After creating your masterpiece, head to one of these {Town} restaurants, known for their innovative and creative dishes:
- Farlow`s on the Water in Englewood for Caribbean Dining with a unique setting- Recommended for reservations
- Donato`s in Port Charlotte Little Italy inspire seating. Feel like you are transported far away
- Fin`s Sushi in Punta Gorda for fresh sushi and hibachi meals
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Get out that stress
Life have you both feeling stressed out? Relax together! From throwing axes to couples massages — North Port, Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda has it all! Here are a few of our favorites:
- U-Knead-A Massage Inc- North Port Offers couple massages-Appointment needed
- Massage Envy- Port Charlotte-Offers couple massages -Appointment needed
- The Axe Haus-Ever wanted to throw some axes around? Nows the time to try in North Port
- Escape Rooms Unlocked-Punta Gorda- Test your skills working together
- J&J One Stop Gun Shop in Port Charlotte for an indoor shooting range
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Enjoy your favorite attractions... without the kids!
You probably always have kids along when you visit some of Charlotte county's best attractions. So leave the kids at home and get out to explore on your own — you might be surprised how you enjoy places in a new way when the kids aren't pulling you in different directions. Here are some of our favorite places to visit again ... without the kids!
- Visanis Italian Steakhouse and Comedy Theater
- Treasure Lanes for bowling in Port Charlotte
- Peace River Botanical Gardens in Punta Gorda
- Glass Bottom Rentals for kayaks in Placida near Boca Grand
Where to eat in Brunch in Charlotte County?
Have a great brunch in Port Charlotte before heading out to your favorite attraction! Some of our favorite spots for brunch in Port Charlotte are:
- Rooftop Dinning at Perch 360 in Punta Gorda Sat-Sun 8-12pm
- Magnolia`s on the Bay in Englewood for an intimate setting for brunch
- First Watch North Port
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