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Each year, thousands upon thousands of racing fans flock to Daytona Beach to take in some high-octane excitement at the most iconic racetrack in motorsports — Daytona International Speedway. And, as experienced race-goers know, packing for an auto-racing event requires a bit of insider know-how, as the list of spectator must-haves for this sport differs a bit from that of other American sporting events. 

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. 

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.

Do you have Labor Day plans? 

The Intracoastal Waterway is a huge draw for water enthusiasts visiting Daytona Beach. From fishing and sailing to jet skiing and paddle boarding, the destination provides a variety of outdoor adventures.

Summer might get more attention, but there’s something magical about a fall day in Daytona Beach. The weather is great, the crowds are smaller, and the beaches still go on for miles … 23 miles, to be precise. Whether it’s fun in the sun, shopping, a restorative spa day, going out on the water, or enjoying local arts and culture, you can do just about everything in the fall here that you can do in the summer. 

Golf lovers celebrate the sport in every season, but August is an especially noteworthy period — it’s National Golf Month! Do you have plans to partake in the action?