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Daytona Beach may be best known for its 23 miles of white-sand beaches and endless waterfront adventures, but it certainly offers its fair share of indoor activities, too. The Florida sunshine prevails most days of the year, but the occasional rain showers have been known to happen. When they do, fear not — your family still has lots of entertainment options. 

From paddleboarding through quiet inlets to parasailing through the skies, Daytona Beach has no shortage of fun escapades for the whole family. And without a doubt, participating in an organized race in any capacity is a guaranteed adventure. Luckily, there are several upcoming opportunities to make the most of both the racing fun and Daytona Beach’s beautiful weather. 

In Daytona Beach, there are just as many Christmas trees as palm trees this time of year — it’s a festive, beach-y atmosphere that creates a one-of-a-kind holiday experience. Want to explore all the twinkle lights and jolly holiday happenings with your family? Follow this suggested itinerary for the picture-perfect wintertime outing in Daytona Beach. 

Golf is steeped in history, much of it surrounding the accomplishments of players on the major professional tours, but the competitive game has its roots in tournaments away from the bright lights of network television.

Events like the 58th annual Riviera Open, for instance.

America’s longest running mini-tour event, the Riviera Open, is played

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. 

Here in Daytona Beach, there’s no end to the list of things to love and explore. From the year-round gorgeous weather to the world-class golf courses, and from the expansive beaches to the miles of waterfront wonder — there’s so much to be proud of in a place like this. 

Get away for a family escape in Daytona Beach, and you can expect a vacation filled with sunning, funning, exploring and a lot of wonderful value for your money. You know what else your tribe can expect? Plenty of awesome ways for your family to reconnect with the outdoors and each other. 

DAYTONA Speedweeks Presented By AdventHealth officially kicks off the NASCAR season with an action-packed schedule of races across several different series, all leading up to the DAYTONA 500. Called “The Great American Race,” this is NASCAR's biggest, most prestigious event of the year and the season-opener to the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series. 

From stock cars and sunshine to sugar cane mills, Daytona Beach has a deep and colorful history — and it’s all waiting for you to explore. Although there are a variety of museums and guided tours throughout the area, one way to experience Daytona Beach’s rich history and culture is to hop in the car and drive! If you have a full day to spend on your excursion, consider following the five-stop route below. Of course, depending on the day or season, you may want to add to or omit a destination on this list.