As summer vacationers start heading home and families prepare for children to get back into the classroom, the New Smyrna Beach Area remains a hub of exciting festivals and gorgeous weather for off-season travelers. Indulge in al fresco dining, stargazing experiences, lush golf courses, outdoor experiences and boutique accommodations against a picturesque backdrop of the area's 17 miles of beautiful beaches.
New Smyrna Beach, Fla., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Savor warm temperatures year round
The New Smyrna Beach Area is an idyllic warm-weather escape any time of year, with fall welcoming mild evenings and sunny days that are perfect for a tee time, kayak adventure or day on the beach.
- Join Viking Eco Tours for an unforgettable stargazing experience only happening in autumn. Take in sweeping views of the glittering night sky and glowing waters from a pedal kayak on their Bioluminescence Kayak Tour along the Indian River Lagoon.
- Tee off on one of the area's public golf courses, where water features and coastal greenery steal the spotlight. Championship courses like The Preserve at Turnbull Bay and New Smyrna Golf Club welcome new and seasoned players year after year.
- Head to the beach or cast a line to take advantage of prime fishing season in the autumn. Redfish, tarpon and spotted sea trout await anglers, who can take their catches to be prepared for a fresh seafood dinner through the New Smyrna Beach Area's Catch 'n' Cook program.
Enjoy fall festivals and monthly events
- Arts lovers can see the area's famed arts community come alive with the Plein Air Paint Out, a Signature Event, from October 17 through 21. Stroll around the area's historic districts and beaches to watch painters capture iconic vistas before viewing completed works in a public gallery.
- Approaching Halloween, the Port Orange Not-So-Spooky HallowFest invites visitors and families to join in a celebration of the season. A free event in Riverwalk Park, the HallowFest will host vendors, artists, face painting, food trucks, a costume parade and more on October 21.
- Join in one of the New Smyrna Beach Area's popular monthly events, including the Flagler Avenue Wine Walk or Canal Street Nights. Explore the best of the area's dining, drinks and boutiques in the charming Historic District.
Plush accommodations and al fresco dining
- Relax in a cozy retreat at one of the area's boutique bed and breakfasts, including the Black Dolphin Inn, Victoria 1883 or the Riverview Hotel & Spa. Families will enjoy offseason pricing and oceanfront views at SpringHill Suites, right on Flagler Avenue.
- Mild fall evenings make for a perfect night out at outdoor restaurants like the rooftop Avanu on Flagler, Crimson House or Fysh Bar & Grill in Port Orange.
- Around town, visitors can enjoy an evening of live music under the stars at venues like Outriggers Tiki Bar & Grill, recently re-opened Casey's on the Beach and Doghouse Bar & Grill.
For more information on planning a trip to the New Smyrna Beach Area in the new season, visit http://www.visitnsbfl.com.
About the New Smyrna Beach Area
The New Smyrna Beach area includes the communities of New Smyrna Beach, Edgewater, Oak Hill, Osteen and Port Orange in east Central Florida. New Smyrna Beach is an eclectic mix of old and new; of subtle sophistication and bohemian soul that is as "real" as Florida gets. It occupies a notable place in history as the second oldest city in Florida, site of the largest single attempt at British colonization in the new world. The city's barrier island is recognized worldwide for its incredible surf with Surfer magazine recently touting it one of the "Best Surf Towns in America" and National Geographic magazine including it in its "World's Top 20 Surf Towns."
Accommodations range from charming bed and breakfast inns to family-size condominium units and oceanfront hotels. Natural attractions include 17 miles of sandy beaches from Ponce de Leon Inlet to Canaveral National Seashore and North America's most diverse estuary – the Indian River Lagoon.
Two distinct downtowns along Flagler Avenue and Canal Street and connected via the Waterfront Loop welcome visitors with independent restaurants, unique shops, artisanal coffee shops and art galleries.
For more information, please visit http://www.VisitNSBfl.com or call 386-428-1600. Follow @NewSmyrnaBeach1 on Twitter, Facebook.com/VisitNewSmyrnaBeach or @visitnewsmyrnabeach on Instagram for the latest news. Download the free New Smyrna Beach Mobile App for iPhone and Android to receive this information on-the-go.
Media Contact
Angela Southard Winther, New Smyrna Beach Area Visitors Bureau, 6786133800, Angela@pineapple-pr.com
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