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A Colorful Day at Crayola Experience Orlando

Crayola Experience is inside the Florida Mall with free parking. Plan to spend 3-4 hours exploring. The Café Crayola and Slime Lab are open on weekends only. Check the website for special events and retired crayon appearances. Tickets include all-day access to 25+ attractions and that sweet little burst of nostalgia for grown-ups who still remember the smell of a brand-new crayon box. Use our Read More » Continue reading A Colorful Day at Crayola Experience Orlando

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Bobby G Takes on Ponce Inlet Watersports & Daytona Beach Parasail

Summer is right around the corner, and Tiffany and I were looking for something fun to do with our son, Porter. We landed on parasailing—something I had never done before. Porter said he didn’t want to try it; it looked scary to him. He said he’d just come along for the boat ride. Fair enough. DAYTONA PARASAILING We reached out to Daytona Parasail and made Read More » Continue reading Bobby G Takes on Ponce Inlet Watersports & Daytona Beach Parasail

Local Businesses Take the Stress Out of Party Planning

Local Businesses Take the Stress Out of Party Planning

It’s birthday season in the Gonyer household! I used to be excited about hosting parties at my home or a local park, planning every piece of the event, and inviting all my kids’ classmates, but I have found that I am losing the energy for this with my own passing birthdays. Luckily, many local businesses and event spaces know that we are collectively tired and Read More » Continue reading Local Businesses Take the Stress Out of Party Planning

Explore Historic Streets, Cool Springs, and Lively Nights

Looking for an escape that blends adventure with laid-back charm? West Volusia is the sweet spot between Orlando’s energy and Daytona Beach’s waves. It’s a place where spring and summer linger, stitched together with crystal-clear springs, rich history, and music-filled nights. It’s unpolished, unpredictable… and that’s the magic. Shopping on Woodland Boulevard DeLand is home to an array of shopping and fun stores, making it Read More » Continue reading Explore Historic Streets, Cool Springs, and Lively Nights

Splatter, Splash, and Sparkle: Getting Artsy in April

My girls and I just had the opportunity to check out the new Splatzz black light painting studio, located inside of the Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort (422 N. Atlantic Ave, Suite A). Their motto is “it’s ok to throw paint,” and that is exactly what we did! What to Expect at Splatzz Studio I do not typically consider myself a creative or “artsy” person, but Read More » Continue reading Splatter, Splash, and Sparkle: Getting Artsy in April

Soaking Up the Season: Events, Adventures and Family Milestones

Spring break is over—well, for us, anyway—and the countdown to summer has officially begun. With the occasional crisp morning, our weather is starting to show its true Floridian colors and warm up again. You know what that means: more sunshine, more events, and more opportunities to enjoy the true beauty of our area. EXCITING EVENTS ON THE HORIZON There are some major events coming up Read More » Continue reading Soaking Up the Season: Events, Adventures and Family Milestones

Discover Old Florida Charm: 10 Must-Do Experiences

With 14 communities along the St. Johns River, West Volusia County blends natural beauty, historical sites and outdoor activities for a unique “Old Florida” experience. Here are 10 ways to play in West Volusia: 1. Explore the St. Johns River: Rent kayaks, canoes, paddleboards or tubes from outfitters, or take a guided river cruise at Blue Spring and DeLeon Springs State Parks. For the adventurous, Read More » Continue reading Discover Old Florida Charm: 10 Must-Do Experiences

Volusia Staycation

Play Along with my Custom BINGO Card! As an online high school science teacher for Brevard County with three kids in Volusia County public schools, we try to go on little trips when school is out of session, like spring break in March. For a variety of reasons this year, we will not be traveling this month and are, instead, planning out our “Staycation.” I Read More » Continue reading Volusia Staycation

Bragging Rights & Giving Back: Why You Should Join The Event 2025

March is one of the busiest months in Volusia County. Between Bike Week and Spring Break, our town is buzzing with energy, visitors, and a much-welcomed boost to the local economy. We love it. As long as everyone respects each other and has a good time, it’s always a great way to kick off spring. But once the bikes roll out and the spring breakers Read More » Continue reading Bragging Rights & Giving Back: Why You Should Join The Event 2025

Bobby G at PopStroke

We were on the way to PopStroke, so I decided to download their app. I wanted to know what I was getting into – from checking out the menu to scoping out the courses and, of course, getting directions. When we arrived, it felt like stumbling upon an oasis – not in the middle of a desert, but nestled in a bustling outlet mall. With Read More » Continue reading Bobby G at PopStroke