Balloonists gather for the Central Florida Balloon Classic each spring, and skydivers come here from around the world all year round to train, compete and jump for fun at Skydive DeLand. You are sure to notice the beautiful old southern neighborhoods and tree-lined streets in the communities of West Volusia County. Enjoy a stroll, or take a driving tour of our delightful area. Visit one of our local Chambers of Commerce for a map and directions. While the communities of DeLand-West Volusia are charming, it's the people who make the area what it is.
Warm hospitality is our hallmark.
We're pleased to welcome our visitors, so relax and enjoy. And be sure to visit the lush campus of Stetson University. Chartered in 1883, Stetson is Florida's oldest private institution of higher education and ranks academically among the best in America. If you enjoy American history and want to find new artifacts of early Florida, browse through historical sites, museums and antique shops to discover some treasures to take home with you. Just Up the Road Daytona Beach and New Smyma Beach are only a half hour to the east via major highways.