Labor Day Weekend will feature some of the biggest names in music.

Thursday September 2nd::

One of our favorite crooners: Tony Bennett will be in the Peabody Auditorium.

Blake Shelton & Jerrod Niemann will be performing at the Bandshell.

Friday September 3rd::

5 time Grammy winner and R&B megastar Usher

Saturday Sept 4,

Now Remember that I am a Chicago girl….

Performing in the bandshell…

Blues legends Buddy Guy (I love - Love — LOVE watching Buddy Guy perform… such a great bluzzz musician..this will be a treat )

also Taj Mahal and the Phantom Blues Band

Huey Lewis and the News will perform in the bandshell.

Its a toss up… between “The Power of Love” and “Heart and Soul” being my favorite from this band. I graduated high school in 1982.. so

September 5th:

Disney superstars The Jonas Brothers with Demi Lovato, will perform live at the Ocean Center

The festival will kick-off with on Sept 1 with the unveiling of The Color of Rock by artist Phillip Burke, an exhibit from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame that will be housed in the Ocean Center and will remain for a 12-week period, free to the public. With something for everyone, you won’t want to miss this incredible event.

Tickets are available at the www.ticketmaster.com

Type in Daytona Beach…….

Take me out to the ballgame
Take me out to the crowd
Buy me some Peanuts and Cracker Jack
I don’t care if I ever get back
It’s Root — Root — Root for the Cubbies 
if they don’t win it’s a shame
cuz it’s 1-2-3 strikes you’re out at the old ball game….

Being a Chicago Native — there are few things more loved in our city than

.. The Chicago Cubs.

The Minor League Cubs Team plays in Daytona Beach Florida. Minor League games are as fun and exciting for any baseball fan as the Major League games…

See the Daytona Cubs play for a fun filled family evening in Daytona Beach.

They play at the Jackie Robinson Stadium — and the map - schedule and ticket prices are all below !!

PLAY BALL !!

The 

Play at the Jackie Robinson Stadium

 Individual and Single Game Ticket Prices

VIP Seats (with In-Seat Waiter/Waitress Service): $12.00 (VIP Tickets NOT available online).
General Admission: $7.00
Senior General Admission(60 & Older): $6.00
Child General Admission(13 & Under): $6.00
Military: $6.00 

New Symrna Beach

Turtle Watch for June 2010
Event Happens: Jun 02, 2010 - Jun 30, 2010 (08:00 PM - 12:00 AM)
Starting Saturday, May 15th, 2010 at 9am, staff at Canaveral National Seashore will begin taking telephone reservations for this year’s June Turtle Watch programs. The number to call is 386.428.3384, extension 18.

The programs are open to all persons 8 years of age and older. Programs are limited to 40 persons per night with a maximum of 6 persons per reservation call. The fee for the program is $14.00 per person ages 16 and above, 15 and under are free. Persons will Access or a Senior Pass receive a 50% discount for the cardholder ONLY.

While visitors are not guaranteed a view of a nesting sea turtle, the 2009 success rate exceeded 80%. Fees will not be refunded if a sea turtle is not found; however unfavorable weather conditions may be a cause for a refund of fees if the program is cancelled. During June 2010, programs are scheduled on most Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.

The programs for 2010 will be provided in the South District of Canaveral National Seashore, Playalinda Beach, programs will run from 8pm until Midnight from June 2nd to June 30th. Please have several dates in mind when you call, and we aks that you keep your calls brief. Further information and instruction will be sent to you within 2 weeks of your phone call. Turtle Watch programs give park visitors a unique opportunity to learn about sea turtles and the role that the National Park Service plans in their conservation.

This is a 1 bedroom condo that is on the 9th floor.

This condo is oceanview and faces north.

This condo comfortably sleeps 6 with 2 Queen beds and a sleeper sofa.

Here are some pictures to help you make a decision on what condos work best for your needs.

2 Queen beds in bedroom, private oceanview balcony off bedroom

View of room

TV with cable in bedroom and living room.

love seat is a full size sleeper sofa and chair.

Living room also has table with 2 chairs

Counter with seating

Large full kitchen

Microwave - 2 burner cooktop

large sink - plenty of counter space

Balcony off living room –

This is the 2nd balcony — it is standing room only –

This is the view …. this is oceanview.

This condo has 1 bathroom accessible from the bedroom or main condo — we are entering fromt he bedroom right now. It is a longer space - it will take a few picts to illustrate…

Walk in shower in this condo

Here you can see the length - we are entering from the main hall in condo.

This condo is about 800 sq ft.

Here are some answers for guests considering a stay.

There are actually 4 phases to construction.

If you remember the resort is shaped like a horseshoe facing the ocean with the north end having 4 condos that face the ocean and the south end has 10 condos that face the ocean.

Phase 1 — Is the flooring - this is completed

Phase 2 is the North end facing the ocean - balcony replacement - this is completed

Phase 3 is the south end facing the ocean - balcony replacement - this is completed

Phase 4 is the courtyatrd area around the pool  - balcony replacement

Phase 1 & 2 Began::

In Sept 2008 - they closed down the ENTIRE south 1/2 of the resort and redid the concrete floors and they removed the 4 balconies facing the ocean on the north end and those were repoured - replaced. The flooring work was completed around March 2009 and the balcony work was completed in July 2009 and the north end was reopened.

The floors for the north 1/2 of the resort were started in Sept 2009 and completed in December 2009

Phase 3:: All rooms at the south end were closed May 2009 and the balconies were removed and replaced. This area reopened Feb 15th and we spent Feb 5-15th down at the Hawaiian Inn getting our condos ready to rent out — they needed flooring work - carpet work - paint and a good cleaning.

Phase 4 is not scheduled to start until Sept 1st, 2010 and will probably go for about 1 year.

They will be removing all balconies around the pool and replacing them - so new balconies, new doors and really - New Hawaiian Inn.

So::

Phase 1 — completed 12-09

Phase 2  — completed 07-09

Phase 3  — completed 02-10

Phase 4  — to begin Sept 2010 to be completed ??

The plan is to build a walk thru tunnel to the pool from the lobby to the pool and enclose the balconies that are being worked on. We have no further construction schedule at this time.

Color Key Code:
Orange - Adult Socials
Violet - Arts & Crafts
Green - Games
Red - Socials
Blue - Fitness

Sign up for Activities in Advance. Nominal fees for activities. Prices, Days, and Times are subject to change without notice.

Monday

8:30 a.m.
Welcome Orientation - S. Tower Grand Ballroom
*Timeshare Owners Only*

9:30 a.m.
Zumba ® $ - Club Wyndham

11:00 a.m.
Yoga $ - Club Wyndham

11:00a.m.
Build-A-Boat $ - Arts & Crafts Room

1:00p.m.
Cookies & Ice Cream $ - Call for Location

2:00p.m.
Beach Art $ - Arts & Crafts Room

3:00 pm
Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? - Eatery

4:00 p.m.
Hemp Accessories $ - Arts & Crafts Room

5:00 p.m.
Junk Food Bingo - Eatery

7:00 p.m.
Owner’s Reception - Eatery

8:00 p.m.
Family Karaoke - Eatery

Tuesday

8:00 a.m.
Super Sculpt - Club Wyndham

9:30 a.m.
Yoga $ - Club Wyndham

10:00am
Lazy River Boat Race - Meet at Activities Desk
(Made Monday)

11:00 a.m.
Gentle Yoga and Relaxation $ - Club Wyndham

11:00 a.m.
Open Paint $ - Arts & Crafts Room

12:00 p.m.
Pilates $ - Club Wyndham

1:00 p.m.
Ice Cream Sundaes $ - Call for Location

2:00 p.m.
Homemade Stained Glass $ - Arts & Crafts Room

3:00 p.m.
Tie Dye Fun $ - Arts & Crafts Room

4:00 p.m.
Tuesday Trivia - Eatery

5:00 p.m.
Adult BINGO! $ - Eatery

7:00 p.m.
Dance Lessons - Club Wyndham

8:00 p.m.
Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament $ - Eatery

Wednesday

8:00 a.m.
Splash Aerobics - N. Tower Indoor Pool

9:30 a.m.
Zumba ® $ - Club Wyndham

10:00 am
Bath Fizzies $ - Arts & Crafts Room

11:00 a.m.
Deal or No Deal - Kid’s Club

11:00 a.m.
Step It Up! Aerobics - Club Wyndham

1:00pm
Cookies & Ice Cream $ - Call for Location

2:00pm
Junk Food BINGO! $ - Eatery

3:00 p.m.
Glass Etching $ - Arts & Crafts Room

4:00pm
Wii Tennis Tournament - Kid’s Club

5:00 p.m.
Tile Trivets $ - Arts & Crafts Room

7:00 p.m.
Cup Stackers - Eatery

8:00 p.m.
Dive-In Movie - N. Tower Indoor Pool

Thursday

8:00 a.m.
Super Sculpt - Club Wyndham

9:30 a.m.
Yoga $ - Club Wyndham

10:00 a.m.
Glass Bead Bracelets $ - Arts & Crafts Room

11:00 a.m.
Beach in a Bubble $ - Arts & Crafts Room

12:00 p.m.
Pilates $ - Club Wyndham

1:00p.m.
Ice Cream Floats $ - Call for Location

2:00 p.m.
Majority Rules - Eatery

3:00 p.m.
Bear Buddies $ - Arts & Crafts Room

4:00 p.m.
Mystery Craft $ - Arts & Crafts Room

5:00 p.m.
Adult BINGO! $ - Eatery

6:00 p.m.
Beach Art $ - Arts & Crafts Room

8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Adult Dance Party 21+ - Landing Bar

Friday

8:00 a.m.
Splash Aerobics - N. Tower Indoor Pool

9:00 a.m.
Toddler Time - Dramatic Story Telling - Kid’s Club

9:30 a.m.
Zumba ® $ - Club Wyndham

10:00a.m.
Design Your Own Picture Frame $ - Arts & Crafts Room

11:00 a.m.
Step It Up! Aerobics - Club Wyndham

11:00 a.m.
Tie Dye Fun $ - Arts & Crafts Room

1:00p.m.
Ice Cream Sundaes $ - Call for Location

2:00 p.m.
Air Hockey Tournament - Arcade

3:00 p.m.
Paradise Magnets $ - Arts & Crafts Room

4:00p.m.
Cookie Decorating $ - Arts & Crafts Room

4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Meet & Greet - Lobby

6:00p.m.
Open Paint $ - Arts & Crafts Room

7:00 a.m.
Belly Dancing $ - Club Wyndham

8:00 p.m.
Adult Karaoke - Landing Bar

Saturday

8:00 a.m.
Tai Chi $ - Meet at Activities Desk

9:30 a.m.
Zumba ® $ - Club Wyndham

10:00 a.m.
Tie Dye Fun $ - Arts & Crafts Room

11:00 a.m.
Pool Games - Meet at Activities Desk

11:00 a.m.
Family Yoga $ - Club Wyndham

11:00 a.m.
Design Your Own Picture Frame $ - Arts & Crafts Room

1:00p.m.
Ice Cream Floats $ - Call for Location

2:00 p.m.
Hemp Accessories $ - Arts & Crafts Room

3:00 p.m.
Rock Band Tournament - Kid’s Club

4:00 p.m.
Bear Buddies $ - Arts & Crafts Room

4:00-6:00 p.m.
Meet & Greet - Lobby

6:00 p.m.
Putt Putt Tournament - Meet at Activities Desk

8:00 p.m.
Dive In Movie - N. Tower Indoor Pool

Sunday

8:00 a.m.
Splash Aerobics - N. Tower Indoor Pool

10:00 a.m.
Glass Bead Bracelets $ - Arts & Crafts Room

11:00 a.m
Pool Games - Meet at Activities Desk

11:00 a.m.
Deal or No Deal - Kid’s Club

1:00 p.m.
Ice Cream Sundaes $ - Call for Location

2:00 p.m
Open Paint $ - Arts & Crafts Room

3:00 p.m
Tile Trivets $ - Arts & Crafts Room

4:00 p.m
Family Feud - Kid’s Club

4:00-6:00 p.m
Meet & Greet - Lobby

7:00-9:00 p.m.
A Taste of Art - Landing Bar

Fitness Classes
Sign up for all fitness programs in advance to secure your place in the class. All non-water fitness classes are held in Club Wyndham (Lower Lobby South Tower). Prices Vary.

Belly Dancing - Explore this healthy form of dance movements.

Pilates - Dramatically transform the way your body looks, feels, and performs. Build strength, tone muscles, and tighten your abdomen.

Splash/Deep Water Aerobics - A fresh, revitalizing and energetic way to start the day. Noodles and water weights provided for resistance. (North Tower Indoor Pool)

Step It Up! Aerobics - A high-energy beginner step class.

Super Sculpt - A series of non-aerobic exercises using resistance bands, free weights, and stability balls.

Tai Chi - Mind and body practice. Meet at Activities Desk.

Yoga - Yoga provides the means for a wonderful fitness workout. (Beginner, Relaxation, and Family Classes)

Zumba ® - A fusion of Latin and International music that creates a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system. Dance your way to a great cardio exercise.

Socials
Sign up for all programs the day before to avoid event cancellation and secure your place in an activity. Reservations are required. Prices Vary.

Beach Boogie Oogie Night
Fun themed parties filled with dancing, trivia, and more. 21+ only.

Dance Lessons
Learn beginner level dance moves in a variety of classes.

Dive-In Movies
Join us in the North Tower Indoor Pool as we show movies on our inflatable movie screen.

Dramatic Story Time for Toddlers
Bring your toddler and listen to the adventures of the sea. They will learn about manatees, dolphins and more. Meet other tots!

Welcome Orientation
Come to the 8th floor Grand Ballroom to learn about resort-sponsored activities, local attractions and dining choices. Chance to win raffle prizes! *Timeshare Owners Only*

Special Events
Join us for some featured Fun. Prices Vary.

St. Patricks Day - Come test your luck with themed games and crafts.

Easter - Egg Hunts, Baskets, Bunny Hops, and More!

Earth Day - Join us Beachside for 108 Sun Salutations and Enviromental Education.

Cinco de Mayo - Celebrate with us at the poolside Fiesta! Olé!

Mother’s Day - Show Mom your appreciation with special crafts and events.

Memorial Day - Join us for a poolside cookout!

Extra Features
Balloon Bouquets
Balloon Bouquets for most occasions are available for delivery. Order at Activities Desk. $10

Boogie Boards
Enjoy the ocean for only $10.00 per day and $30.00 for 5 days
Sign them out at the Activities Desk.

Massage Therapy
Services provided in the comfort of your own room, or schedule in Club Wyndham. Choose from Swedish, Deep Tissue, Thai Yoga for $60/hour or Couples for $125/hour. Call (386)868-0954 to make your reservations today! Payments accepted at Activities Desk.

Putt-Putt Golf
9:00am - 9:00pm
9-hole indoor course. Clubs and balls available at the Activities Desk . Last putters out at 8:30pm.

Books/Puzzles/ Games/Sports Equipment
Sign out and return to Activity Desk in the lower level of the North Tower.

Movie Rentals
Blockbuster Movie Box. $1 Movie Rentals.

Professional Photography
Capture every moment of your vacation from candid shots to beach portraits to formal photos. Call Ginny to set up a private session (954) 812-1469

Glamouratures
Flattering Caricature Drawings by Dian Marshall. Call for an appointment today. (386) 846-5504.

Amenities
North Tower
Sun Center, Indoor Pool, Adult Recreation Room, Arcade, Family Computer Room, Kids Club, Arts & Crafts Room, Putt-Putt Golf
Activities Desk
Open Daily 8:30-11:00PM
Lower Level EXT. 4819.
South Tower
Club Wyndham, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Eatery, Landing Bar

Ocean Walk is a unique property for several reasons…

You are able to get a room from a private owner, front desk or timeshare owner.

It is also a resort where there are several ways to rent a condo

This is the timeshare we rented for the Daytona 500 last year….we rented about 10 for the Daytona 500

We got unit #520 at Ocean Walk Resort –north tower, ocean view condo….5th floor on the south end of building.
This condo has 2 balconies that are both oceanview — 1 balcony off 2nd bedroom — 1 balcony off living room. This location is a favorite for renters — having the 2nd balcony is always a favorite because of the additional privacy.

The floorplan is similar to this — only there is a 2nd balcony off 2nd bedroom

This is what you see when you walk in…..

Kitchen to your right…..full kitchen

Orange kitchen….bright kitchen…..cheerful kitchen

You will not need coffee to wake up in this kitchen……

Dining table…. all north tower condos have the table, most south tower condos have the bench seats

Living room with oceanview balcony

Living room — full sized sofa and 2 chairs……in an upbeat art deco pattern

This is the Master Bedroom —

Relaxing alcove in master bedroom…

2nd bedroom with 2 full beds…..

and private balcony

which is oceanview…..

This is the 2nd washroom……

But the 1 thing that I really look forward to when I rent here is the goofy shaped towels in the bathroom…

And they completely stiffed me on the towels folded like a crab….

Bummer…….

Ocean Walk Resort  Timeshare Condos

Ocean Walk is a unique property for several reasons…

1st - There are few places outside of Orlando where you will find

all of the amenities at Ocean Walk.
Lazy River

3 Other Outdoor Pools

2 Indoor Pools

Indoor Mini Golf

Lounge

Ocean Walk Shoppes with shopping and restaurants

It is also a resort where there are several ways to rent a condo

This is the timeshare we rented for the Daytona 500 last year….

We got unit #520 at Ocean Walk Resort –north tower, ocean view condo….5th floor on the south end of building.
This condo has 2 balconies that are both oceanview — 1 balcony off 2nd bedroom — 1 balcony off living room. This location is a favorite for renters — having the 2nd balcony is always a favorite because of the additional privacy.

This is what you see when you walk in…..

Kitchen to your right…..full kitchen

Orange kitchen….bright kitchen…..cheerful kitchen

You will not need coffee to wake up in this kitchen……

Dining table…. all north tower condos have the table, most south tower condos have the bench seats

Living room with oceanview balcony

 Living room  — full sized sofa and 2 chairs……in an upbeat art deco pattern

This is the Master Bedroom —

Relaxing alcove in master bedroom…

2nd bedroom with 2 full beds…..

and private balcony

which is oceanview…..

This is the 2nd washroom……

But the 1 thing that I really look forward to when I rent here is the goofy shaped towels in the bathroom…

And they completely stiffed me on the towels folded like a crab….

Bummer…….

 Walking on the beach in Daytona –

 The beach ahead of us ……

 Turning to look at the sea wall — I see this still on the wall….

This is just one of those reminders of the Old Daytona….

Elvis stayed here  … at the Copacabana

The time of small family owned hotels, small groups of cabanas along the beach.  People my age remember this Daytona - the old days when things on the beach were quieter - simpler - and lower. The days when a 6 story building was considered a high building.

The days when you loaded up the station wagon - while dad had one hand on the steering wheel and drank a beer in the front seat and you motored down the road going 75 MPH without a seat belt. You’d hear — simmer down back there or I’ll pull this car over —

Yes, those were the days !!!