Daytona Beach Resort & Conference Center offers miles of sandy beaches and is conveniently located near some of the area’s best attractions. Don’t bother unpacking once you get to your condo; there will be plenty of time for that later. Get changed into swimsuits, grab pool toys, water wings and goggles and slather everyone with SPF before heading for the pools. You have three to choose from: 2 outdoor pools and an indoor pool – perfect if the weather decides not to cooperate. Lounge with a refreshing cocktail from the poolside tiki bar and catch up on all the latest celebrity gossip in this week’s issue of US Weekly. Little ones will love the children’s pool and the splash fountains. When it’s time for lunch, nab a table near the floor-to-ceiling windows at Reflections, the on-site oceanfront restaurant and lounge. Stop by the fitness center to get in a quick workout. The resort has both indoor and outdoor hot tubs, perfect for soothing sore muscles after getting your cardio on.

Studio condos sleep two to four guests, and one-bedroom condos sleep six guests. All condos have kitchenettes with a microwave and two-burner stove. Good news! You get a full-size refrigerator with plenty of room for everyone’s favorites. And freezers were made for storing ice cream. Go ahead and splurge on Ben & Jerry’s – you’re on vacation, you deserve the best. The resort is a short walk to Publix Super Market, round up the kids to help carry groceries. Back in your condo, enjoy your ice cream while you flip through the channels on the Flatscreen TV. The TV has seventy-two channels so you’re sure to find something that everyone can agree on. Gather everyone on the couch, choose a show and get comfortable.

Shopaholics, rejoice! Ocean Walk Shoppes and Movies is less than three miles from the resort. Need a unique gift? Best Gift Idea Ever has you covered. They are known for their photography which features letters found in everyday objects. Apparel, swimwear and even surfboards can be found at the Maui Nix. Get a new pair of shades at Sunglass Hut. Hungry? Try pizza from My Pi or a burger from Johnny Rockets. Forrest Gump fans should check out Bubba Gump’s Shrimp Company. If there’s time, catch a movie at the theater. Don’t forget the popcorn! Surprise the kids with a day at Daytona Lagoon Waterpark. It not only features water attractions, but there is also mini golf, laser tag, a rock wall and go-karts. What are you waiting for? Daytona International Speedway is known as the “world center of racing.” It has been home to the Daytona 500 since 1959, and in early 2016, construction was completed on a brand new track.