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Winter Wonders & Festive Lights: Embracing the Holiday Season in West Volusia
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Winter Wonders & Festive Lights: Embracing the Holiday Season in West Volusia

The holiday season is one of the most enchanting times to visit West Volusia. From historic downtown streets decked in lights to festive performances, craft fairs, and family traditions, December brings out the very best of this vibrant community. Holiday Entertainment Holiday entertainment takes center stage throughout December, beginning with Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn at the historic Athens Theatre now through December 14. This heartwarming Read More » Continue reading Winter Wonders & Festive Lights: Embracing the Holiday Season in West Volusia

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West Volusia: From Farms Fields To Vineyard Patios Discover Fresh Flavors Year-Round
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West Volusia: From Farms Fields To Vineyard Patios Discover Fresh Flavors Year-Round

In West Volusia, the seasons are marked not only by the weather but also by the bounty of local farms and vineyards. From juicy blueberries in spring to crisp citrus in winter and pumpkins in the fall, visitors can savor Florida’s flavors year-round while exploring the region’s welcoming agricultural attractions. SIP AND SAVOR At Feelgood Farms Winery & Vineyard in Osteen (pictured top right), visitors Read More » Continue reading West Volusia: From Farms Fields To Vineyard Patios Discover Fresh Flavors Year-Round

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West Volusia: Exploring the Barberville Pioneer Settlement

Tucked away in the charming crossroads community of Barberville, the Barberville Pioneer Settlement offers a unique, immersive journey into Florida’s past. Located in West Volusia County, this living history museum invites guests to step into the daily lives of 19th- and early 20th-century Floridians—complete with hands-on experiences, historic structures, and heritage-filled events. EXPLORE A VILLAGE FULL OF STORIES Set beneath a canopy of moss-draped oaks, Read More » Continue reading West Volusia: Exploring the Barberville Pioneer Settlement

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Tee Off in West Volusia: A Golfer’s Guide to Courses and Beyond

Located between Daytona Beach and Orlando, FL, the West Volusia area offers more than just crystal-clear springs, a small-town vibe, and world-renowned restaurants. The golf scene thrives alongside these attractions, featuring four diverse courses that provide plenty of opportunities to go “a round” or two. After all, they don’t call it the ultimate leisure sport for nothing! One of the best parts of any trip Read More » Continue reading Tee Off in West Volusia: A Golfer’s Guide to Courses and Beyond

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Keep Kids Busy this Summer with Fun Local Destinations

Summer has just begun, but parents everywhere are already looking for ways to keep their kids active and entertained – and more importantly, off the couch and screens. Volusia County and the surrounding Central Florida area offer tons of entertaining options for families with kids and adults of all ages. Here are some of our favorite options, all within about one hour of Volusia County. Read More » Continue reading Keep Kids Busy this Summer with Fun Local Destinations

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Ripe for the Picking: Spring Garden Vineyard

Photos by Kelsey & Scott Walters  Considering Florida’s reputation as a tourist trap, you don’t often think of the state’s agricultural business when you cite the state’s popular attractions and money-makers. Sure, we obviously have our citrus industry as a cash cow, and you-pick blueberry season is increasingly popular in the spring.  I bet you don’t conjure up sprawling vineyards when you imagine Floridian agriculture, Read More » Continue reading Ripe for the Picking: Spring Garden Vineyard

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DeLand, Travel, Volusia, West Volusia

Slither into Summer: The Reptile Discovery Center

Photos by Scott and Kelsey Walters  Summer is here and for a lot of us, that means more time outdoors, enjoying the beach, springs and waterways while we soak up the sun. Living in a coastal community, it’s easy to forget about Florida’s other non-oceanic ecosystems and the abundance of wildlife we are surrounded with on a daily basis.  The Reptile Discovery Center in DeLand Read More » Continue reading Slither into Summer: The Reptile Discovery Center

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Somewhere Beyond the Sea

Photos by Kelsey & Scott Walters  Living in a peninsula like Florida, we are surrounded by water and ocean life, but it’s rare that we get to see the animals beneath the waves face-to-face. The Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium in Sarasota combines adventure with education to provide the opportunity to meet hundreds of marine species from in and around our coastal communities.  Mote Marine Read More » Continue reading Somewhere Beyond the Sea

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