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<\/a><\/p>\nMost beach towns bring to mind images of lazing the day away, feet in the sand with Corona in hand, as waves crash against the shore to the tune of a Jimmy Buffett song.\u00a0 Daytona Beach has no shortage of that beach bum lifestyle.\u00a0 This would be plenty to offer most vacationers, especially as the weather starts to turn cool farther north, but you may be surprised to learn just how much more there is to Daytona Beach.<\/p>\n
(The Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art photo courtesy of Daytona Beach<\/a>)<\/p>\n There are plenty of activities for travelers of all ages and interest.\u00a0 You’ll find a world class museum and tribute to Daytona Beach’s thriving arts scene at The Museum of Arts and Sciences<\/a> (MOAS). The nearby Ponce De Leon Inlet Lighthouse<\/a> is perfect for the history buff in the family.\u00a0 You can get up close and personal with sea life in a controlled environment at the Marine Science Center<\/a> and even touch a stingray.\u00a0\u00a0 Really, the options for fun in Daytona Beach are endless.\u00a0 You can learn more and receive your own vacation planning guide here<\/a>!<\/p>\n (The Marine Science Center, photo courtesy of Daytona Beach<\/a>)<\/p>\n Florida has famously fabulous weather all year, so there is no bad time to visit Daytona Beach.\u00a0 Aside from all of the fun activities permanently available at Daytona Beach, there is always something extra special going on.\u00a0 Daytona Beach is known as the “Festival Capital Of Florida” and hosts over 50 festivals throughout the year.\u00a0 There are 52 weeks in a year, so if you do the math, you’re likely to stumble into something amazing no matter when you choose to visit.<\/p>\n (photo courtesy of Daytona Beach<\/a>)<\/p>\n The next festival you can catch in Daytona Beach, pays homage to the city’s famous relationship with the automobile.\u00a0 The Turkey Run<\/a> takes over the Daytona Beach International Speedway Thankgiving weekend to show off some vintage and classic cars. Of course Thanksgiving weekend is a time likely dedicated to family, so there are activities for all ages at the Turkey Run.\u00a0 The bulk of the event is the classic car show, swap meet, and “Car Corral” where you can shop for your next toy, but there is also a “Little Gobbler’s Play Zone” with bounce houses and games for the kiddos, a performance by Young Elvis &\u00a0 The Blue Suede Rockabilly Tribute Show, and “Artisan Alley” an arts & fashion bazaar perfect for finding unique holiday gifts for everyone on your list.\u00a0 You also have the opportunity to be a real hero this holiday season by winning the ’73 Nova SS. being raffled off this year! The Turkey Run takes place from November 26-29 and admission is just $15 a day Thursday – Saturday and $10 for Sunday and can be purchased here<\/a>. Whether on vacation or just looking for something to do locally, this event is a fun way to spend a holiday weekend with your family.<\/p>\n I’ve written about Daytona Beach<\/a> a few times before as it is one of my favorite getaways and it’s only about an hour from my home in Orlando.\u00a0 Daytona Beach<\/a> has been referred to as the World’s Most Famous Beach, so it’s likely many of you have already experienced this wonderful beach town.\u00a0 Have you visited before on a family vacation, group trip, or romantic weekend?\u00a0 Were you surprised by the variety of activities you found there?<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n