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Florida: Titusville, Florida Space Coast NASA Space Coast Family Vacation with Space. At NASA's Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex it’s all about blasting off on your own with or without your kids. The Space Shuttle Launch Experience provides participants with an authentic launch simulation and personal voyage to Earth's orbit. 
 
Under the guidance of NASA and veteran space shuttle astronauts, this unprecedented experience duplicates the sights, sounds and sensations of launching into space fully vertical in launch mode position.

"Shuttle Launch Experience will forge a lasting impression for everyone, especially those who have seen the power of a shuttle launch and imagined the adventure of flying in the most complex machine ever made," said Daniel LeBlanc, Chief Operating Officer of Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. "Not only will guests experience the thrill of launching into space, they will marvel at the view of Earth from space, through state-of-the-art technology."

Shuttle Launch Experience combines the detailed accounts of astronaut experiences with the expertise of premiere design engineers to produce a ride unique to theme parks around the world. The attraction's technical highlights include authentic simulation of the space shuttle's eight and a half minute launch into orbit, custom-designed crew pods with unprecedented vertical range, high-definition audiovisual effects, and advanced seating effects to maximize the reality of the experience.

The journey begins as visitors enter the Shuttle Launch Simulation Facility, architecturally inspired by space shuttle facilities at Kennedy Space Center. As visitors ascend along the gantry, astronaut testimonials set the stage for what is to come. Entering the heart of shuttle operations for the pre-launch briefing, crew members are guided by veteran Shuttle Commander Charlie Bolden as he takes them step-by-step through the launch sequence. They then enter the crew pod in the shuttle's cargo bay and strap in for launch. For the next five minutes, the pod's 44 passengers see, feel and live the trip at 17,500 mph. As the shuttle bay doors open, what follows is a breathtaking view of Earth seldom seen in the first person. Florida Space Coast Earth

A team of attraction experts have designed and engineered Shuttle Launch Experience into the most realistic launch simulation ever created. Shuttle Launch Experience is designed by BRC Imagination Arts, who also designed the Visitor Complex's Apollo/Saturn V Center which opened in 1997. BRPH Companies Inc. serves as the architect and construction manager. The crew pod simulator fabrication is by Oceaneering. The ride concept designer and engineer is The Wheel Thing, Inc. Technomedia Solutions is providing audio, visual and show control. HW Davis Construction is the general contractor of the facility.

About Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Inspired by real NASA initiatives and fueled by the human spirit, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is charting a new course to bring far-reaching NASA exploration events and triumphs to visitors -- up close and personal. The journey takes NASA's space exploration story to the next level through new technology and interactive experiences.
 

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is an experiential gateway to the working space center and one of Florida’s most popular destinations. It’s a 70-acre arena of inspirational, educational and entertaining experiences, including IMAX® films, live shows, hands-on activities, and behind-the-scenes tours. Less than 45 minutes from Orlando and located in the heart of Florida’s “Space Coast” – Cocoa Beach, Titusville, Melbourne and Palm Bay. Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is open daily from 9 a.m. to approximately dusk, except December 25 and certain launch days. Maximum Access Admission includes all exhibits, Astronaut Encounter, IMAX® space films, the KSC Tour of restricted areas, and the Astronaut Hall of Fame, featuring historic space crafts, simulator rides and the world's largest collection of personal astronaut mementos. Location: The Visitor Complex is located just to the west on 405, between Range Rd. and E Ave. SW. Toll-free 1-800-662-5257, (321) 449-4444 or www.kennedyspacecenter.com
 
Make it happen. The Space Coast of Florida offers relaxation, fun and inspiration. The unique combination of soft adventure choices to add memories to a Florida beach vacation. For families on holiday it is the place to create your own family field trips - for more green family vacation ideas checkout the Space Coast Tourism website. Florida's Space Coast Office of Tourism toll-free at 1-800-USA-1969 or www.space-coast.com
 
 Updated by FamilyTravelFiles.com staff and images provided by Space Coast and FTF staff.
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