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NEW SMYRNA BEACH
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My sister, Sally has called New Smyrna Beach for approximately 25 years. She moved from Orlando and wanted a quietier life-style. She has it!
New Smyrna Beach is a short drive from Central Florida's theme parks and a unique attraction in itself. Over 13 miles of white sand beaches stretch out under the Florida sun. Anglers enjoy catching redfish, cobia, tuna, wahoo and other species in the Atlantic Ocean, the Indian River, Mosquito Lagoon and other waterways. New Smyrna Beach is the second oldest settled city in Florida, so history abounds in this seaside community. Several historical sites and museums offer tours that are popular attractions.
New Smyrna Beach is ranked one of the "100 Best Small Art Towns America" in the book by author John Villani, a befitting honor in light of the area's many galleries, artist's workshops and galleries, and Atlantic Center for the Arts, a world-renowned artists community.
Affordable accommodations include beachfront hotels, condominiums and historic bed and breakfast inns. Experience New Smyrna Beach to have an unforgettable vacation.
New Smyrna Beach enjoys pleasant air and water temperatures year round. Average temperatures range from the mid 60s (19°C) in the winter months to the high 80s (30°C) in the summer months. Brief late-afternoon showers are common in July, a trend that gradually diminishes in the months that follow.
Oceanside New Smyrna Beach is a barrier island bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on the east and the Indian River, also known as the Intracoastal Waterway, on the west. Two bridges on the northern end provide access to the island. The communities of Oak Hill and Edgewater are located on the Indian River, as is New Smyrna Beach's mainland.
Area topography consists mostly of the low altitudes associated with the Florida coast. The average elevation is 9 feet (2.75m), with a maximum elevation of 15 feet (4.58m). Ocean tides average 3 feet (0.9m), changing every 6 hours. Tides run 4 to 8 feet (1.2 to 2.4m) through Ponce Inlet and 2 feet (0.6m) n the Indian River.
Blue skies meet over 13 miles of white sand in New Smyrna Beach, consistently voted one of the "Best Beaches". New Smyrna Beach lays claim to the best Florida offers--excellent backwater and offshore fishing, golf, historical sites, cultural events and eclectic shopping and dining experiences along historical Flagler Avenue and Canal Street.
Just south of New Smyrna lies the Canaveral National Seashore, which offers excellent swimming, bird watching, hiking and more. Anglers at nearby Mosquito Lagoon have set international records with giant redfish catches. Deep-sea charters leave New Smyrna Beach daily, giving offshore fishers an easy way to wet a line in the beautiful Atlantic Ocean .
Many historical and cultural sites also make New Smyrna Beach noteworthy. From the Turnbull and Sugar Mill Ruins, to the Eldora State House and the Ponce Inlet lighthouse, the area is rich in history.
Named one of " America 's Top Small Cities for The Arts," New Smyrna is home to the Atlantic Center for the Arts, an artists-in-residence community and educational facility, the Harris House, the Little Theatre and Arts on Douglas . Frequent arts shows featuring visual and performing arts take place throughout the year.
Flagler Avenue and Canal Street , which were recently renovated, feature several quaint shops and cafes. It should be no surprise that the second oldest city in Florida is also home to many antique shopping pavilions.
New Smyrna possesses a distinct hometown quality reflected in its cracker architecture, lush tropic landscape and community. Enjoy culinary delights from fresh seafood to steaks and pasta on the waterfront, or under an umbrella at a sidewalk cafe. At the end of the day, retire to a charming bed and breakfast inn, family-size condominium or oceanfront hotel.
New Smryna Beach has something for everyone!
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