Living the Dream: A Couple’s Perfect Escape in the New Smyrna Beach Area

From oceanfront mornings to dolphin tours and breezy bike rides, the Coastal Summer Dream Sweepstakes offers an unforgettable experience for two.

If I had just a few days to unwind, reset, and feel the rhythm of the coast, this is exactly how it would look.

We’d start our trip in the heart of the New Smyrna Beach Area, settling into a Casago New Smyrna Beach condo with views that stretch endlessly across the Atlantic. Mornings would begin with the hush of waves and soft sea breezes drifting through the balcony doors. Coffee in hand, the world would slow down to the pace of the tide.

Exploring the area by bike would be next, effortless thanks to a rental from Pedego Electric Bikes. With just a few turns of the pedals, we'd be cruising past the palm-lined streets of beachside neighborhoods, stopping to admire art on a tucked-away mural or the breeze rolling off the Indian River.

One afternoon would be reserved for a Dolphin Discovery Tour. Out on the water with the Marine Discovery Center, the boat would skim across the Indian River Lagoon—home to dolphins, manatees, and flocks of coastal birds. Watching wildlife from the deck while the sun warms our shoulders would feel like stepping into a nature documentary, only more personal.

After a day on the water, lunch at Flagler Tavern would hit the spot. A table on the outdoor deck, something fresh from the sea, and a view of Flagler Avenue in full swing. There’s something about the mix of locals, music, and salty air that makes time stretch in the best way.

The rest of the stay would be filled with spontaneous moments, maybe a drive through Port Orange to watch the boats along the river, or a quiet walk in Oak Hill at sunset. One of the best parts of a trip like this is leaving space for the unexpected. At some point, we'd unpack the NSB swag bag included with the prize—local items that feel like souvenirs, but also like pieces of the place itself.

This is the dream that lives inside the Coastal Summer Dream Giveaway—a prize designed to capture the feel of the New Smyrna Beach Area, not just the view. It’s open through September 30, and for one pair of travelers, it’s about to become a beautiful reality.