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Daytona Much More than Just Sea and Sand Although Daytona is very much a, beach resort, with swimming, beach sports, water sports and fishing, it offers much more than just sand and sea. You can canoe in the inland waterways, spend time at the motor sports venues, visit museums and galleries, as well as shop and enjoy the nightlife.
Top Daytona Beach Activities - Visit the sea turtle nesting grounds
- Go deep-sea, surf or pier fishing, or try the inland freshwater fishing
- Try one of the canoe trails to enjoy a real wilderness experience
- Enjoy the museums and art galleries in the city
- Get your fill of speed — visit one of the motor sports attractions
- Parasail over the ocean
- Tour the Angell and Phelps Chocolate Factory — warning, this is not a calorie-free area
- Take a walk down the Daytona Beach boardwalk, and visit an earlier America
Take the broader view Daytona is definitely a seaside town, with miles of beaches and all the activities that you can think of that are associated with sea and beaches. But it has a lot more than this, with access to the fascinating wilderness areas inland from the beaches, and a thriving and interesting downtown area.
This is a resort that allows you to enjoy activity as well as relaxation, and if you are a speed freak, then you will love to spend time looking at some of the motor sports and speedway attractions.
Some facts and figures Daytona has a population of around 65,000 permanent residents, although during the vacation season the population is much higher. Weather in the region is warm summers, warm winters, with sun year-round.
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