DAYTONA BEACH VACATION RENTALS, FLORIDA |
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Why Vacation in Daytona Beach |
| Daytona Beach, located on the central Atlantic coast, is one of the most popular vacation spots in Florida---the beach, the racing and the sunshine---a perfect combination for vacationing year-round. |
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Daytona Beach Vacation Rental Information |
Daytona Beach vacation rentals include studio condominiums, vacation villas, town-homes, cottages and beach homes. You will find a large number of vacation studio condominiums located along the beach. Many of these are efficiency studios that pack many amenities into a compact space. Vacation condos usually sleep 2 to 4 people. Access to the swimming pool, central air-conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, club access, on-site
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restaurants and banquet facilities are common amenities. Spacious patios and balconies allow you to enjoy the view of the ocean.
If you don’t like condos, vacation homes and townhomes that are right on the beach or facing the Intra-coastal Waterway are available. Rentals that sleep from 4 to 8 people are also available. So are private single-family homes that boast large spaces. Ideal for family vacations, these rentals are usually a little away from downtown Daytona Beach. These homes have superb ocean-side locations and sleep anywhere from 6 to 10 people. Vacation homes often offer better décor and more amenities, such as Jacuzzis, dens and barbecue grills. Couples and older vacationers often prefer beachside lofts that sleep 2 to 4 people. Most of these lofts are located in quiet locations along the no-driving zone on Daytona Beach. |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Daytona Beach |
| Several vacation rentals in Daytona Beach require a 3 night minimum stay. Rates are higher for events like Biketoberfest, Speedweek, Bikeweek and other special event weeks. Lower rates may apply for long-term stays. Security deposits are necessary at the time of booking, while cleaning and laundry are extra. The no pet, no-smoking rule applies to most condominiums in Daytona Beach, though you may find a few exceptions. |
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Must See in Daytona Beach |
Daytona is a great place for family fun. A number of amusement parks in and around Daytona Beach feature water parks, rides, go-carts and games. Many of these amusement parks are located in the famous Daytona Boardwalk Amusement Area. While there, be sure to climb on the Space Needle at the Ocean Pier for a birds-eye view of Daytona Beach. The Angell & Phelps Chocolate Factory,
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| operational since 1925, offers a guided tour shows you how hundreds of types of handmade candies and chocolates. |
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Sights and Attractions in Daytona Beach |
| Daytona Beach also has a Historic District, with a number of interesting buildings dating back to the origins of the town.
• Ponce de Leon Inlet Light Station
• Marine Science Center
• Halifax Historical Museum |
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Outdoor Recreation in Daytona Beach |
| Needless to say Daytona Beach is a paradise for outdoor recreational activities. With a long stretch of glistening beaches, Daytona Beach is perfect destination for those looking to taking a mid-night stroll on the beach and even for those who can’t wait to hit the surfs.
• Beach Activities
• Canoeing and Kayaking
• Scuba Diving and Snorkeling
• Surfing
• Racing
• Fishing
• Walking, Hiking and Biking
• Cruises and Air Rides |
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Golfing in Daytona Beach |
With more than 20 golf courses in the area, Daytona Beach is a haven for golfers. The Daytona Beach Golf Club has 2 courses. The LPGA International Champions Course designed by Rees Jones spans a large area of marshes, lakes and nature preserve areas. The LPGA International Legends Course designed by Arthur Hill and Pelican Bay South designed by Lloyd Clifton are also excellent courses. The challenging Halifax Plantation Golf Course is adjacent to the Bulow and Tomoka State Parks.
Cypress Head, Spruce Creek and Crane Lakes Golf and Country Club are located nearby at Port Orange. Several other challenging and picturesque courses are within a short driving distance in the nearby communities of DeBary, DeLand, New Smyrna Beach and Palm Coast. |
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Daytona Beach Fairs and Festivals |
Daytona Beach has been acclaimed as a biker's hangout for long. And, why not? With events such as Biketoberfest and Bikeweek marking the Daytona Beach's events calendar, bikers nursing a passion to race on the white sandy beach of Daytona flock from around the world. Its not just the bikers themselves who throng the beaches of Daytona Beach - the excitement of these events draws vacationers as well as biking enthusiasts from all over the nation to come and rock at the beach and the town during the day and relax in the Daytona Beach condos at night.
Biketoberfest is an annual event that is generally held during the third weekend of October from Thursday - Sunday. Activities include rides, shows, concerts & more. Bikeweek is usually held in the months of February and March.
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Dining and Nightlife in Daytona Beach |
You can choose from a variety of cuisines at Daytona Beach—steakhouses, seafood, Italian, Mexican and American are some of the most popular. For excellent seafood, drop by Down the Hatch Restaurant that serves big portions of fresh fish and seafood. If are lucky you might just be able to add a spectacular sunset to your dining experience as the restaurant overlooks the gorgeous beach. This restaurant is open daily from 8AM to 10PM. The sophisticated ambience and stylish décor add to Frappes North extra brownie point, which is known for serving a very creative American fusion menu. The restaurant is open Monday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM and Monday through Saturdays from 5PM to 10PM. Housed in the basement of a Victorian home, Cellar is perfect if you enjoy the delicacy and elegance of a tearoom adorned with fresh flowers, linen tablecloths, and a baby grand piano and china teacups. Over lunch you can nibble on a wide range of mouthwatering dishes such as quiche du jour, vegetarian lasagna and chicken potpie. This elegant establishment is open Monday through Friday from 11AM to 3PM. Some of the other popular restaurants in the Daytona Beach Area are Sweetwater’s Restaurant, Aunt Catfish’s on the River, Woody’s Barbeque and Boondock’s Restaurant.
Rocking, mysterious, spooky, exciting are some of the adjectives to describe the nightlife in Daytona Beach area. Why spooky, because one of the main attractions at night in Daytona Beach is ghostly tours. Haunts of Daytona is one such company that conducts ghostly tours and the tours are led by certified ghost hunters. The cost of the ticket is $8 per person and is free of charge for children under 6. To get back to the real world from the ethereal world, visit one of many exciting pubs, bars or clubs where you can discuss about your tour over a couple of beers. Ocean Deck Restaurant & Bar has been a popular beachfront bar for the past 40 years and here you can mix with the locals over drinks and great music. On the beach you will plenty of pubs and bars among which Razzle’s is considered to be one of the hottest spots that features a huge dance floor, excellent music, pool tables and of course with lots of overflowing cocktails and drinks. |
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Shopping in Daytona Beach |
| The Daytona Flea and Farmer's Market covers 40 acres and among its 1,000 booths, you can find the most astonishing memorabilia, jewelry and knick-knacks. You can shop for gifts, antiques, adornments, home décor items, fashion jewelry and branded clothes at any of the several beachside shops in Daytona Beach. Or, visit the Belair Plaza, Volusia Mall, Fountain Square Shopping Village, Granada Plaza or International Speedway Square, among other malls and strip centers. Naturally, Daytona is a good place to shop for biking apparel, with several shops selling Harley Davidson apparel and leather goods. Don’t forget the t-shirt shops that are on every corner in Daytona. |
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Best Times to Visit Daytona Beach |
| Daytona Beach sees visitors year-round. The best time to visit is from fall to spring, October to May. At that time the humidity is lower, though in the spring the college spring break crowd does increase. |
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Time Zone for Daytona Beach |
| Eastern Standard Time. |
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Getting To and Around Daytona Beach |
The Daytona Beach International Airport is the best way to get here by air. The Jacksonville Airport, Orlando Airport and Orlando Sanford Airport are also nearby. Pick-ups and drops are available from these. The neighboring community of Deland has an Amtrak station.
You can also get to Daytona Beach by bus. Either take the Greyhound or use the Daytona-Orlando Transit Service (DOTS) that provides daily scheduled and non-scheduled buses from the Orlando Airport to Daytona Beach. DOTS also provide motor coaches for sightseeing, transfers and day trips.
Rent a car or a motorcycle to get around town. Dots and VOTRAN run buses and trolleys around town. Taxis and auto rentals are also available.
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