The end of the space shuttle program is in sight. NASAs last space shuttle mission for 2009, called STS-129, is scheduled to launch on November 12th. After this mission is over, there will only be 5 space shuttle missions left. If you can manage to be near the Kennedy Space Center, maybe you will be lucky enough to see a space shuttle launch.
Those 5 final space shuttle missions will be over by September, 2010. Now is your final chance to view a space shuttle launch. If you have ever considered seeing a space shuttle launch, try to make plans to do so now.
Since space shuttle launches are often delayed, a wise thing to do would be to combine your shuttle viewing vacation with other Florida vacation activities. You can relax on Florida beaches or enjoy activities in Orlando if NASA changes its shuttle launch plans. Since Orlando is approximately an hour away from Cape Canaveral, your shuttle launch vacation can include space museums and beach fun as well as Orlando amusement park fun.
Where can you go to get a good view of a space shuttle launch? Space View Park in northern Titusville, close to the Kennedy Space Center, is a great place to see a launch. In fact, there are many good, free viewing locations in Titusville all along the river.
If you want to see a launch from the Kennedy Space Center, you will have to obtain tickets in advance. You can buy tickets to see a launch from KSC for either the NASA causeway or the KSC Visitor Complex. The NASA causeway has a better view, but the Visitor Complex has fun activities to do while you are waiting for the countdown. There are no refunds for launch tickets, but the tickets are good for the next launch attempt in some situations.
If you take some of your vacation in the Orlando area, you can enjoy visiting the Disney World Resort or Universal Studios. You can experience Discovery Cove and swim with a dolphins or take a behind-the-scenes tour a dolphin nursery in Sea World. The Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre brings national performances to the town.
Make your vacation plans now to view a space shuttle launch in 2010. Dont miss your final opportunity to see this amazing sight. With luck, you will see a launch. But even if you arent able to see a launch, you will be able to have a fantastic vacation in Orlando or on a Florida beach. So plan a trip now to visit the Kennedy Space Center and Orlando attractions. You will be glad you did!
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