Daytona Beach - Florida - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

Daytona Beach is an area rich in history and a place with a multitude of sights to see. Like many other places in the state of Florida, the beach is a major attraction. The Ormond Beach area in the northern part of Daytona Beach was actually once home to the Rockefellers and also to groups of pioneer automotive engineers who actually used the hard-packed sand to test their creations.

The area is also recognized as "the world center of racing" with NASCAR being centered in the area. There are many other attractions and facilities in Daytona Beach including the recently established Daytona Beach International Airport, the new Ladies Professional Golf Association golf course and the Ocean Center convention complex as well as numerous beach side parks.

Accompanying the many attractions in Daytona Beach are a wealth of recreational opportunities and activities available for residents and visitors to participate in. You can sightsee in various ways ranging from boat tours to simple walking tours to hot air balloon excursions. Fishing is a popular pastime in the area, as the waters off the coast are home to many species of fish.

Canoeing, jet skiing and surfing are also common activities in Daytona Beach that draw thousands of people to the area each year. There are many activities for those who are a little bit more daring such as parasailing and deep sea diving. The Daytona Beach area is a popular camping spot with many places to pitch a tent and a number of RV resorts.

Lively yet relaxing, beautiful and gloriously warm, and boasting an array of attractions and activities, Daytona Beach is a great place to visit at any time of the year, with fun and entertainment for the whole family.