Daytona Beach

Daytona Beach is one of the world's famous beaches. In essence, the area is devoted to seasonal activities for both the families and the younger crowd alike. This area is one of the few that actually caters to all ages and likes.

Within the fifteenth and sixteenth century, Florida primarily consisted of Native American tribes. More specifically, the Timucuan Indians made up a large portion of the Native Americans in the area. With a diet consisting primarily of seafood, they built most of their villages near the sea in order to remain near their food supply.

Upon the arrival of the Europeans, decimation over took the Native American tribe from a combination of war and disease. By the 1700’s, only 1,000 Indians are thought to have remained as a result. During the 1700s and 1800s, both the Spanish and British maintained various plantations throughout Florida. The United States acquired ownership of Florida in 1821 from Spanish rule.

The founding of the world famous beach occurred in 1870. Six years later, the famous city became incorporated. The city became one of the state's number one destinations, following the arrival of St. Johns and the Halifax River Railway ten years later.

In 1936, racing became a part of the area's history with the introduction of the Daytona Beach Road Course. The course had both beach and road section and acted as the city's main course for many decades, until the introduction of the Daytona International Speedway in 1959 and is when the first Daytona 500 occurred.

Daytona 500

Every February people gather in order to be a part of one of the biggest stock car races in the world.

Halifax Historical Museum

Coined as the number one museum in the area for people to visit if they are interested in learning more in regards to the area’s history.

Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse

One of the best places to visit if you are interested in learning more about the maritime past in relation to the city.

Museum of Art and Science

Great museum to learn more in regards to facts related to the city's history, in addition to more on the history regarding Florida.

Daytona’s Beach Golf Club

The gulf course offers 36 holes, within a tropical course. The course is large enough to accommodate parties of close to any size. In addition, they offer a large range of services, such as a Pro Shop, practice-driving range, in addition to a Clubhouse Restaurant.

Sea Spirit Deep Sea Fishing

People have the option to go deep-sea fishing for $40 an adult and $25 each child. The price includes a package for either adult or child.

The Rolex at Daytona

Formerly known to most as the 24 hours of Daytona, it annually takes place as a 24-hour sports car endurance race. The race is held at the Daytona International Speedway.

Accommodations

Many different accommodations are in the area, such as bed and breakfast places, such as the Beach Haven Inn, Old Salty's Inn, and the Pier Side Inn. As for resorts and other types of accommodations, some examples include the Castaways Beach Resort and Desert Inn Resort Hotel and Suites.