Best Western Aku Tiki Inn is a tropical-themed oceanfront resort conveniently located near the best attractions in Daytona Beach. Get your day off to a good start thanks to the daily breakfast buffet included with your reservation. Stunning ocean views remind you just how close you are to the sand and surf (within steps!). Go for a swim in the outdoor pool, or set up camp in a lounge chair and finally finish that book you can’t ever get to at home. Little ones will have a blast splashing around in the children’s pool; it’s just their size. Good news for golfers – there’s a dedicated Golf Concierge right onsite to assist with booking packages at any of the nearby championship courses.

Air-conditioned studio condos sleep four guests. Morning coffee and simple meals are extra effortless, thanks to the fully-equipped kitchenette. Take a night off from cooking dinner and dine at the on-site restaurant, Trader’s, it overlooks the pool deck. Then head back to your condo for a family game of Go Fish. Good news! The flatscreen TV has premium cable, including HBO. Have everyone change into their PJs, pop some popcorn and get comfortable. Channel surf until you can find a show that everyone agrees on, or see what movies are on. The on-site laundry facility allows you pack light and save extra space in your suitcase for souvenirs.

Looking for things to do? Check out the festival/event calendar, or see who’s playing at the free summer concert series – the bandshell is right on the beach. Ocean Walk Shoppes & Movies has everything you need to fill the extra space in your suitcase. Get custom t-shirts for the whole family at the Point Break, a new swimsuit at Maui Nix or a new pair of sunglasses at Sunglass Hut. Caribongo features accessories, apparel, and nail polish that change colors when exposed to sunlight. Hungry? If you’re a fan of the movie Forrest Gump, check out Bubba Gump’s Shrimp Co. for seafood and trivia from the movie. Johnny Rockets is a 50s-style diner that serves burgers and milkshakes. Surprise the kids with a visit to Angell & Phelps Chocolate Factory for delicious handmade chocolate. Try the chocolate covered oreos, malt balls, Twinkies, coffee beans, marshmallows and even bacon. Not a chocolate fan? No problem! Angell & Phelps also has gourmet candy including jelly beans, Swedish fish, salt water taffy, and gummy fruit snacks. Daytona International Speedway is the “world center of racing” and has been the home of the Daytona 500 since 1959.