Daytona Beach Area, Florida
Make your next vacation about more than just blue skies and warm sand. The 23 miles of surf and sand in the Daytona Beach area are chock-full of adventure, whether you prefer building sandcastles and soaking in the sun or hitting the parks and fairways. For a faster pace, try the Daytona 500 Experience, the official attraction of NASCAR, at the "World Center of Racing," Daytona International Speedway--or make a splash on the exhilarating flume rides at Daytona Lagoon Waterpark. Local museums, historical sites, and theaters offer an abundance of cultural stimulation. The eco-adventurer in you might want to discover Florida's natural beauty by taking a boat tour along the Intracoastal Waterway or climbing the tallest lighthouse in Florida. You can also learn more about the region's rich ecosystem at the Marine Science Center, which houses a seabird sanctuary and sea turtle rehabilitation facility. The area's salt and freshwater waterways offer an impressive variety of fishing and boating options.
The Daytona Beach area is a burgeoning golf destination. It is home to the Ladies Professional Golf Association and its Legends and Champions courses, as well as dozens of other exciting championship greens. Non-golfers might prefer to pick up a racket at the USTA Florida Tennis Center, which houses 24 clay hydro courts.
Shopping, dining, and nightlife options also abound in Daytona Beach. Beach Street, in the city's historic downtown district, is located on the shores of the Halifax River. Ocean Walk Shoppes at Ocean Walk Village is the area's newest shopping, dining, and entertainment complex. Both are great destinations for day and nighttime fun.
From luxurious oceanfront resorts to cozy seaside inns, Daytona Beach has the perfect place for you to stay during your exciting getaway. Plus, getting to Daytona Beach is easy, too! You can fly directly into Daytona Beach International Airport, a small, modern, "hassle-free" facility. The airport is serviced by Delta, Continental, and AirTran. In addition, Orlando International Airport and Orlando-Sanford International Airport offer even more extensive air service options, with easy and convenient access via Interstate 4.
