A must-see collection of African American cultural and historical sites in Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach and West Volusia Discover the heritage of the Daytona Beach area's earliest African-American settlers and civil rights advocates. Reflect on the accomplishments of Bethune-Cookman University founder Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune’s home and…
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As most savvy travelers — and especially the foodies among us — are well aware, there are certain dishes that visitors simply must try when they spend time in various vacation destinations. After all, what’s a getaway in Chicago without a slice (or six) of the Windy City’s famed deep-dish pizza? Or a stay in New York City without sampling the Big…
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As parents of middle school- and high school-aged adolescents know, traveling with teenagers can often present a range of challenges. While of course not an across-the-board rule, children in this age group tend to have age-specific interests that might not align with those of the grown-ups and any younger kids in the travel crew. Further, kids at this age can also tend to be more independent and adventurous than their elder and junior travelers. But with the right planning and a well-thought-out destination choice, every traveler in your vacation party — no matter how young, old or experienced at traveling — can find plenty of activities and attractions to keep them interested and entertained during your getaway…
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Picture this: Sunshine is on your skin, waves are rolling in, and you’re in a state of total happiness. This is your definition of paradise. Only one more question: What are you doing while you’re this happy? Everyone has a different vacation language — it’s what speaks specifically to each person’s soul and puts them in a state of total bliss. For…
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Word is out that the Daytona Beach area now has an impressive collection of hiking and biking trails in naturally beautiful rural areas - and of course, the hard-packed sand beach of the “World’s Most Favorite Beach” on the Atlantic shoreline offers a walkable trail with plenty of beachfront parks, pubs, tiki bars and restaurants…
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As the year draws to a close it’s the perfect time to make your 2021 Daytona Beach Bucket List. Whether you’re an experienced Daytona Beach visitor or planning your first trip to our world-class vacation spot on Florida’s picturesque Atlantic coast, you really do need a bucket list — because there are so many amazing things to do here. We’ve put…
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For a lot of people, Daytona Beach is synonymous with summer. But here’s a big secret: Warm weather continues in Florida, even when it’s cold most everywhere else in the country. (OK — it’s not really a secret. In the fall and winter, after summer ends and school starts, there are a few less visitors, even though the Florida fun is still as big as…
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At least on occasion (and even outside the holiday season), we all seem to face the same gift-giving predicament — just what do you get for that loved one who seems to have everything and want for nothing? Well, fortunately for the travel lovers on your list, the Daytona Beach area offers an array of fun options, ranging from area accommodations to…
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Holiday cheer gets a nautical twist at the Daytona Beach Boat Parade, a favorite local tradition that’s back for another year on Saturday, December 5…
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For nature lovers who really love to get away from it all, the Daytona Beach area offers a wide selection of state parks — six in total — offering fun and family-friendly activities for vacationers with a broad range of outdoors-oriented interests. In addition to 23 miles of beautiful coastline, the area’s state parks include a diverse range of…
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