The Daytona Aquarium and Rainforest Adventure is making a splash in Volusia County! But when you think of an aquarium, you think of big animals, and that requires a big footprint. Luckily, the business didn’t have to start from scratch. Instead, they used a practice the real estate industry calls adaptive reuse. Rather than build […]Read More
As recently as Q4 of 2023, the dining industry continues to cope with workforce stability challenges. The high demand for food delivery has also necessitated adaptation from restaurateurs. Evolve Magazine checked in with a few First Coast restaurants to discern what has helped them adjust to unique demands and staffing trends. Treylor Park is a […]Read More
It’s two letters that have been getting a lot of attention lately: AI. AI, or artificial intelligence, is a broad term that refers to machines or computer systems performing tasks that normally require human intelligence. Think reasoning, learning, understanding language, recognizing images and solving problems. It’s used in health care, education, entertainment, finance, agriculture and […]Read More
While the rich history of the First Coast is what draws many visitors to the area, leaders in the tourism industry are looking to the future to help promote the past. Artificial Intelligence is a topic that has garnered an increasing amount of attention across all types of industries. And if its leaders have their […]Read More
[wp_ulike style=”wp-ulike-pro-default”] Volusia County is home to beautiful beaches, expansive rivers, and several attractions. Tourism in the area is increasing, with many choosing to fly into the Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB). The airport serves as the “Gateway to Central Florida,” linking travelers to the Daytona International Speedway and beautiful Atlantic Ocean as well as […]Read More
[wp_ulike style=”wp-ulike-pro-default”] The global space economy revenue is expected to exceed 400 billion dollars in 2023, with segments ranging from TV, radio and broadband services to satellite and earth observation services. And where the government was previously the primary player in space efforts, commercial and private entities are rapidly growing, increasing access to the field. […]Read More
[wp_ulike style=”wp-ulike-pro-default”] Huge transportation-related investments are in the works for Volusia and Flagler counties. Within the next five years, almost $660 million is budgeted for the planning and construction of multi-modes of transportation — from roads and sidewalks to buses and bike paths. Among dozens of other projects, this includes the following in Volusia County: […]Read More
Although Florida is known for sunny beaches, epic amusement parks and major historical sites, Agritourism has recently been attracting visitors throughout the First Coast region. Agritourism is unique because it allows local farm owners to share their passion and knowledge of agriculture, as well as their love of nature and animals, with people of all […]Read More
Karolina Guilcapi has been to South America 42 times — for business and pleasure. As the founder of Sated Ventures, Guilcapi couldn’t hide her love and excitement for food and travel if she tried. Her boutique travel agency in Palm Coast, Florida, aims to delight travelers with foodie experiences that simply can’t be booked through […]Read More
The First Coast may be in the throes of an athletic renaissance of sorts. A grassroots movement is opening a myriad of doors of economic opportunity as it fosters a sense of community and collaboration. When you think of our region in terms of sporting events, which games come to mind? Soccer should be high […]Read More
