The United States has spent a lot of money investing in space technology, which was given its first spurt of energy during the space race with Soviet Union in the 1960s. Your typical holiday experience is compromised of sun, sea and sand – and after a while, this can become quite boring. You might find yourself craving something a little bit more challenging, like trekking through the Amazon Rainforest or going on a space induced holiday to the United States. This is a great way to make your vacation that little bit more interesting, and you’ll be pleased you plucked up the courage to take holidays like these.
You’ll be surprised at just how much space-orientated stuff you can do here! The visitor centre in Johnson is jam packed with interesting exhibits that change on a monthly basis. They have one exhibition that details the space race, which is both informative and fascinating. Visitors can also try on helmets, see moonrock and take a tour of mission control which is still in use today.
To see where the shuttles take off travellers can book package holidays to Florida and make a visit to the space coast. Missions still fly regularly from the Kennedy space centre on Merritt Island with a few more scheduled for 2011, including dates on the 30th of May and the 28th of June.
If you’re unsure where to take your NASA holidays you should head to Florida. The Kennedy space centre is one of the most exciting places to visit for space artefacts and experiences. There is a massive rocket garden which is home to a shuttle launch simulator. This allows 44 people to experience a real life launch experience. The rocket garden has full size Atlas and Titan rockets as well as the specially designed Apollo Saturn rocket which stands at a colossal 360ft tall.
If you’re stuck for things to do why not visit the IMAX theatre? There are films in 3D and standard, which are all to do with space related themes. Other main attractions include the astronaut hall of fame and the Kennedy space centre tour. Nature enthusiasts can depart the space centre to spend the afternoon in the Merritt Island national wildlife refuge.