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Have you ever been to Daytona Beach? I grew up in Central Florida, so weekend day trips and family vacations to Daytona Beach happened often. Some of my best childhood and family memories have been made at the beach. I no longer live so near the Atlantic Ocean, but I do get my family to the beach as often as possible.
Whether it’s just a sunset stroll on the beach, an afternoon of shell collecting, deep-sea fishing or attending one of many festivals held at Daytona Beach, there are so many fun ways to spend your time.
Daytona Beach is so different from other beaches. The beach is covered with a gorgeous white sand that sits densely on the shore allowing for visitors to drive their cars right along the water’s edge. Where else can you do that?
There is no shortage of hotels, condo rentals, and places to eat at Daytona Beach. If a bed and breakfast inn or camping is more your thing, those options are readily available too.
The waves are bigger and more fun to play in at Daytona Beach. With so many activities and kid friendly options, Daytona Beach is the place to be. think it’s time to get my family back there soon! I’ve been thinking about my ideal Daytona Beach vacation. A trip to the beach needs to be at least 3 days, so here’s what I have in mind for a mini vacation to Daytona Beach.
Day One: The beach awaits us. There would be lot’s of outdoor fun and beach time on the first day. Spend the day playing in the massive waves, collecting shells and building sand castles.
Day Two: Joyland Amusement Center is the perfect way to spend a day at Daytona Beach. It would be so neat to see the Atlantic Ocean from the top of a ferris wheel. Riding roller coasters and twirling rides beach side are a whole lot of fun! When you can’t handle another spin, take
Day Three: Festival time. Did you know that Daytona beach is the Festival Capital of Florida? I would love to plan our fall trip to coincide with one of the many fall festivals like the the Wings and Waves air show where over 40 different Air Force aircrafts give an astonishing aeriel performance over the Atlantic Ocean. How neat would that be?
You don’t have to spend a bundle on a Daytona Beach vacation. Be sure to check out these Free Things to Do in Daytona Beach.
What would you do on your Daytona Beach vacation?
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Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
October 3, 2014 at 11:35 AMI have never been to Daytona Beach, but I would LOVE to visit there someday!!
Debbie L. says
October 3, 2014 at 11:42 AMWe visited Dayton Beach years ago – I would love to go back. I really like the Free Things to Do List! Perfect for making a vacation fun and affordable!
Raijean says
October 3, 2014 at 12:16 PMI’ve never been but I’ve always wanted to go. It’s on the list.
Neisa says
October 3, 2014 at 12:30 PMI just love, love, love, Daytona Beach. It was the first beach I ever visited. My now hubby took me there with his family a few years ago. We went and climbed the lighthouse and visited the chocolate factory, Angell and Phelps. We also ate at a restaurant, can’t remember the name, but we sat outside on the ocean shore and the food was really good! Last year we went on a Disney cruise and snuba dived off St. Maarten and kayaked on Castaway Cay. The waters there are just beautiful. I would recommend it to any beach lover! Daytona Beach was so welcoming and I can’t wait to go back.
Penelope Guzman says
October 3, 2014 at 12:48 PMIt’s on my bucket list, what a beautiful place!
Christie says
October 3, 2014 at 2:53 PMI went there a few years ago with the hubby for a vacation. I loved walking on the beaches with him!
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
October 3, 2014 at 5:21 PMWE live about an hour away. It’s beautiful to go visit.
Pam says
October 3, 2014 at 7:24 PMWE went to Daytona Beach a few years ago when my husband had to work there and we loved it! I can’t wait to go back.
Kim says
October 3, 2014 at 8:03 PMThat photo looking onto the pier is breathtaking. What a great place to visit.
Billie says
October 3, 2014 at 8:16 PMWe recently had an air show here and it was fun even though I watched it from my yard.
Lisa Bristol says
October 3, 2014 at 8:36 PMI have not yet had the pleasure of visiting Daytona Beach. I would love to go and explore someday.
Christina says
October 3, 2014 at 9:07 PMThose photos are lovely and make me wish I was there! I would love to go to Daytona Beach and just relax and enjoy the sun and the beach.
Donna says
October 3, 2014 at 9:42 PMI’ve never been to Florida, much less Daytona Beach… but I sure hope to some day soon!
Susanna @Zealous Mom says
October 3, 2014 at 10:11 PMLooks like so much fun! I’ve never been to Daytona Beach, but I would love to go one day. Sounds like you guys had a ball.
Theresa says
October 3, 2014 at 11:15 PMI have never been to Daytona Beach, but it looks like a gorgeous place to visit. I must put this on my list of places I would like to travel to!
Kristin says
October 3, 2014 at 11:24 PMLooks like you had an amazing time. I’ll have to visit one day.
Jessica (Savory Experiments) says
October 3, 2014 at 11:36 PMI have been to Daytona, but it was a very long time ago when I was young and celebrating spring break! I loved the beaches and sand. Our hotel had a lazy river that was pretty cool too.
Amanda says
October 4, 2014 at 7:49 AMWe love Daytona Beach! What a great place to visit!
Carly Anderson says
October 4, 2014 at 10:22 AMDaytona Beach definitely looks like a lot of fun. I would love to visit sometime!
Jeanine says
October 4, 2014 at 10:39 AMI’ve never been to Florida! I’ve always wanted to visit though. When I was younger my sister went to Daytona beach and loves it!
Krystal says
October 4, 2014 at 12:49 PMFlorida is my favorite. The last time I was in Daytona was over a decade ago, but it was a great time.
Janel (A Mom's Take) says
October 4, 2014 at 2:31 PMI have only ever stopped in Daytona beach for a few hours during my high school senior trip on the way back home. I got my belly button pierced there. I’d like to go back and stay longer this time, take my family too.
Chrystal @ YUM eating says
October 4, 2014 at 3:36 PMI family in the Orlando and Ft. Lauderdale area. My family also has a condo in Marco Island. Sadly, I don’t get to travel down there much. I would love to be in sun all year.
April @ Everyday Fitness and Nutrition says
October 4, 2014 at 5:31 PMI would love to just hang out on the beach and enjoy the water. Our vacations are usually so busy doing things that I’d like to relax and do nothing for a change!
katrina g says
October 4, 2014 at 8:45 PMthat looks like a blast. I have never been to Daytona but I would love to some day.
Rosey says
October 4, 2014 at 9:37 PMI lived in Florida a long time and never made it to Daytona Beach. Of course, now that I’m up north I’m kicking myself for not taking advantage of so many of the wonderful places I had right at my fingertips!
Tammy says
October 4, 2014 at 11:36 PMI can’t tell you how desperately I want to go to a Florida beach again. Though I’ve never experienced Daytona before, I have know doubt that I would feel the same way about it as the other beaches I’ve visited in Florida.
HilLesha says
October 5, 2014 at 12:19 AMIt has been AGES since I’ve been to Daytona Beach. In fact, I was a child when I went to Daytona Beach. I wouldn’t mind going again someday!
Shell says
October 5, 2014 at 1:29 PMI haven’t been to Daytona since I was a teen. It was a lot of fun, though!
Crystal says
October 5, 2014 at 2:56 PMI’ve never been to Daytona Beach, but it looks like a blast! I checked out your free ideas also, and there really is a ton to do there.
debra p says
October 5, 2014 at 9:06 PMWhen I was in college we went for Spring Break. My sister and I drove there. What a blast!
Rachel says
October 9, 2014 at 5:15 PMI haven’t been in YEARS! It looks like you ha da graet time! 🙂
Theresa @ Faith and Family Reviews says
October 11, 2014 at 7:27 PMI’ve never been to Daytona beach but it looks lovely. I’ve been to Cocoa Beach (Ron Jon’s surf shop) and to Clearwater though. Beautiful!
TerriAnn @ Cookies & Clogs says
October 13, 2014 at 1:22 AMI’ve never been there but it looks beautiful. I’d love to visit one of the festivals held there!
Julie Wood says
October 20, 2014 at 11:25 AMI tell you some day I am going to make it to Florida and Daytona Beach! What a gorgeous beach and I would go swimming and lounge on the beach all day. Probably bring some drinks and just relax!!
Lisa Queen says
October 31, 2014 at 4:43 PMI visited Daytona on our honeymoon almost 25 years ago. I really want to visit again. Thanks for the info.