November 27, 2019–It’s projected to be a very busy launch season in the Titusville, Florida area. We sit right across the Indian River Lagoon from the VAB (the Vehicle Assembly Building, once the world’s largest building by volume and still in the top ten) and multiple Launch Complexes, including within perfect viewing distance to historic… [Continue Reading]
Stay Here, Play Here! Getting ready to vacation and need to know where to stay? We have you covered! There are many properties that have a variety of amenities to meet your needs. Here are a few of our favorites: Best Western Space Shuttle Inn/Kennedy Space Center Days Inn Titusville/Kennedy Space Center Fairfield Inn &… [Continue Reading]
Launch From Here! We say it – What does it mean? Titusville on Florida’s Space Coast is the ONLY PLACE on the planet where you can view a rocket launch close up, see bioluminescence from a kayak, meet majestic sea turtles nesting, and enjoy a quiet sunrise on the beach. Titusville is the next-door neighbor… [Continue Reading]
Vacationing can be fun, relaxing and EXPENSIVE! That is why we came up with the Top 10 FREE things you can do in Titusville to make your vacation even better. Visit the Manatee Observation Deck! Who does not love Manatees? These slow moving, gentle giants are almost always able to be found right here in… [Continue Reading]
Where to see them and best times to go. You’re sitting on the bank of the Indian River Lagoon in Titusville, it’s 11 in the evening, the moon and stars as far as the eye can see. You look across the lagoon as you start to hear 3 – 2 – 1, liftoff and you… [Continue Reading]
Do You Live Near Water? Happiness is Yours. According to marine biologist Wallace J. Nichols, who has spent the last 25 years studying our relationship to water, merely being close to a body of water, whether the ocean, lake or river, promotes mental health and happiness. He wrote about it in his book, Blue Mind. Even… [Continue Reading]
Behind the Scenes in Titusville The Launch From Here Campaign is a community-based effort that promotes a place known around the world for space exploration and nature-based recreation–perfect for outdoor adventures nearly every day of the year. Launch From Here is a proud phrase, well representing our exploration legacy and it holds promise for a future… [Continue Reading]
A MUST see in Florida: Alligators! Did you know the official state reptile in Florida is the Alligator? These large creatures can grow up to 15 feet long and weigh over 1000 pounds. In Spring, as it warms up even more in Florida, Alligators become more active. It is mating season and they are… [Continue Reading]
Let’s Cruise! A few miles south of Titusville, Florida is Port Canaveral, which is home to the 2nd busiest cruise port in the world. Being so busy, you might think long lines and hassle, but Port Canaveral has cruising down pat and many experienced cruisers have said they prefer cruising out of Port Canaveral… [Continue Reading]
Let’s do Summer – Family Style! Figuring out where to take your kids on summer break? Titusville has your back! From outdoor activities, to a little education and rockets, there is no better place to spend a few days or weeks with your family. Top 10 Titusville Family Activities: 1. Hop on a bike! Our… [Continue Reading]
