Turtle Nesting Season in Volusia County – New Smyrna Beach and Ormond Beach What is turtle nesting season? Female sea turtles will emerge from the water between May and October to lay their eggs on the beach. This year, there were already nest sightings in early April! Since sea turtles are a protected species in Volusia County, there are many resources and monitoring groups dedicated to conserving their habitat. Sea...
Thanksgiving is just around the corner! The Florida Vacay Team got together some of our favorite Thanksgiving sides recipes to help plan your holiday dinner. Creamy Corn Pudding Ingredients 1 stick of butter 8oz sour cream 1 can of creamed corn 1 can of kernel corn 1 package of corn muffin mix 1/2 cup of cream 1/2 cup of milk 2 eggs Instructions Preheat oven to 350°. Mix together...
Get more out of your vacation for less by booking a vacation rental! The benefits include more space, privacy, amenities, and overall savings. Private vacation homes are great for families with small children or for larger groups that want to stay together in one location.
Whether you are a Snowbird trying to escape the cold or a family looking to work and school from the Beach, these tips will help guide you in the search for your perfect Winter rental. Tip #1: Start Planning Early Florida is a popular destination for Snowbirds and Winter monthly renters. Many of these long term renters choose to secure their condo a full year in advance so, if you...
Start your New Years resolution early! There are tons of ways to burn calories while on an East Coast Florida Beach. Eat that 350 calorie hamburger and don’t feel guilty sipping on a 245 calorie piña colada! You’ve earned it! Need suggestions on where to refuel after a workout on the beach? Check out our “Things to Do” tab for local New Smyrna, Ormond, and Palm Coast restaurant recommendations.
The rates go down and temperatures stay up! October is the “off season” meaning fewer crowds and lower rates. Take advantage of the sunny weather and visit the beach this October. (November is even better!!) Create beachy Halloween crafts with the kidsMake your trip family-friendly with fun Halloween arts and crafts ideas including pineapple jack-o-lanterns, painted sea shells, and nautical themed carved pumpkins. Please send us pictures to Info@floridavacayrentals.com if...
You will always pay less. Large companies like Airbnb, HomeAway, VRBO, Booking.com, etc. charge Florida Vacay a fee to advertise on their websites and also charge you, the traveler, a fee for booking on their sites. They do NOT own or manage the vacation rental properties. They are transaction sites only; that’s why you will see our properties listed on multiple sites. When you book directly with Florida Vacay, it’s...
