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Craving an escape from winter weather? Head to Daytona Beach for a range of holiday events and holiday spectaculars.

Just because Daytona Beach has more surfboards than skis and more sand than snowflakes, that doesn’t mean the area can’t go all-in on holiday cheer. Soak in all the twinkling lights and Christmas magic with a self-guided tour of the area’s most magical holiday spots. 

With a variety of parks and trails, innumerable places to catch a fish, and some of the best kayaking spots in the nation, Daytona Beach offers endless ways to get out and enjoy a new adventure. Check out six of the best ways to experience outdoors in Daytona Beach! 

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 7. 

Although the holidays are a joyous occasion and a celebration involving those we love most, let’s face it: the pressure of preparing for a family Thanksgiving can add stress. This year, we’re offering up an alternative to the traditional Thanksgiving morning — and Moms, you’ll have even more to be grateful for this year! 

While you enjoy your sunshine and blue skies this Veterans Day, take time to remember those who serve to protect your freedom. This Veterans Day — and all year long — Daytona Beach offers special rates to veterans and a number of ways to celebrate and support them. 

Intentionally touring – or merely stumbling upon – unique street art such as murals can offer unexpected and interesting experiences to your travels. Public artworks can also serve as a picture-perfect backdrop for an Instagram post. Here’s the inside scoop on where to find some creative and off-the-beaten path street art in and around the Daytona Beach area. 

Looking for a feel-good moment on your next beach vacation? With the Halifax Humane Society’s “Beach Buddies” program, you can give an adoptable animal a much-deserved shelter break.

Recently, the popular foodie website “Everybody Craves” ranked a list of destinations with the most ice cream shops per capita. Coming in third on the list is our very own Deltona/Daytona Beach/Ormond Beach area.

Thousands of families make Daytona Beach their vacation destination — a choice that is made for a number of reasons! From the 23 miles of wide, open beaches to the water park slides, and from the laser tag games to the marine science explorations — there is no end to the fun that awaits visitors of all ages here.