Florida Atlantic coast

Daytona, Ormond & New Smyrna

This guide brings several different vacation styles together. Daytona suits families wanting attractions alongside their beach time; compare Ormond, Ponce Inlet, and New Smyrna when choosing a different pace. They are separate bases, not interchangeable neighborhoods.

The Beach.Mom quick take

Choose lively or laid-back.

This guide brings several different vacation styles together. Daytona suits families wanting attractions alongside their beach time; compare Ormond, Ponce Inlet, and New Smyrna when choosing a different pace. They are separate bases, not interchangeable neighborhoods.

Find your home base

  • Ormond-by-the-Sea
  • Ormond Beach
  • Daytona Beach
  • Daytona Beach Shores
  • Wilbur-by-the-Sea
  • Ponce Inlet
  • New Smyrna Beach
  • Bethune Beach
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A vacation with breathing room

Choose lively or laid-back.

Start with a beach base that fits your pace. Make a few plans together, then leave room for the moments you did not schedule.

Beyond the beach towel

A few ways to spend your days.

Attractions and beach time

Give Daytona’s activities their own time in the itinerary.

A quieter home base

Compare the smaller communities before selecting accommodation.

Surf and water outings

Check the meeting location carefully across this long stretch of coast.

These are planning ideas. Compare current operators, ages, availability, and cancellation terms before booking an outing.
Useful local planning

Check the details before you go.

Official tourism information is a useful starting point for beach parks, facilities, and nearby attractions. Check with the park or operator for current access and opening details.

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