Charlotte County tourism expected to take hit from Helene, Milton

Author: Nancy Semon, Gulfshore Business
Published: Updated:
Florida International Air Show

Charlotte County is expected to miss out on more than $10 million in tourism dollars following the cancellation of two popular events due to hurricanes Helene and Milton. Meanwhile, another major attraction in Punta Gorda is closed to the public.

The upcoming 43rd annual Florida International Air Show and Englewood Beach Waterfest were called off this year. Historically, each event generates more than $5 million in economic impact each year, county Tourism Director Sean Doherty said.

In addition, waterfront dining and shopping destination Fishermen’s Village, which will be a port stop for two American Cruise Lines ships starting in late November, is undergoing repairs.

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