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One of the biggest problems travelers face? Deciding where to go!
Granted, it’s a first world problem, but the world is wide and full of wonders. We want beauty, challenges and, at least in my case, delicious food at the same time! That leaves us with plenty of choice.
The good news is that if you live in the US, you don’t have to travel far to find a fresh, fascinating and innovative destination for your next vacation.
According to Conde Nast travelerThe best US destination to visit in 2025 is the Space Coast, Florida.
Why the Space Coast?
The Space Coast is a 45-mile stretch of Florida coastline that starts just east of Orlando and officially runs from Titusville to Palm Beach.
This means that it attracts not only tourists, but also roller coaster and action center tourists of Florida.
One of the reasons Conde Naste chose the Space Coast is because NASA will send people around the world next year for the first time in decades. And there is no better place to see this spectacle up close!
But they also shed light on the opportunity to view bioluminescence at the Indian River Lagoon, the beautiful beaches and nature reserves, and the new hotels opening in the area, including the Hyatt Place Cape Canaveral, which will open in 2025. .
Exploring space on the space coast
As the name suggests, the Space Coast has been the focal point of the U.S. space program, and the site of manned missions to the moon and other space missions.
As a result, an entire aerospace industry has emerged here.
One of the biggest attractions on the Space Coast is the iconic Kennedy Space Center. This is more than a museum: it’s a fully immersive space experience, a place to learn about space history, and there are even opportunities to meet astronauts. It’s crazy cool, and so big you could spend more than a day here.
My best tip is to look at the site launch schedule before you come to visit. Although launches are not as common as they used to be, if one does happen during your visit, this will greatly improve the entire experience.
NASA and Blue Origin are currently preparing for their ESCAPADE mission, with launches scheduled for spring 2025. Tickets to the Kennedy Space Center from $75 per person.
As a Brit, our package holidays to Florida take us to Disney World, Universal Studios and the Kennedy Space Center. It has a huge international reputation. And it’s a lot of fun!
But if you’re really interested in space adventure, you might also want to visit the nearby and equally famous Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
Unfortunately, because this is a working military site, entry is prohibited, BUT the site does have a museum called the Sands Space History Center which is located just outside the base gates and offers free entry.
Other incredible attractions on Florida’s Space Coast
There are attractions here that appeal to much more than just rocket nerds. In fact, the coastline along the Space Coast is spectacularly beautiful and overlooks the Atlantic Ocean.
If you’re staying in Orlando and want to combine your visit to Mickey and Minnie Mouse with a beach day, the Space Coast has the closest beaches to Orlando.
The most iconic beach here is Cocoa Beach, considered the surfing capital of the east coast.
If you can already surf, there are plenty of places to rent a board here. If you’re new to the sport, take lessons at Cocoa Beach Surf School. One hour lessons start from $60 per person and 2-hour lessons start from $100 per person.
From here, take time to travel to Melbourne Beach, home to the most important green sea turtle nesting areas in the US. Conservation efforts over the past decade have significantly increased the number of green turtles living, nesting and thriving here. It’s incredible to see.
Finally, visit Brevard Zoo. Normally I wouldn’t recommend a zoo as something to see and do, but this one is pretty cool. It’s the only zoo in the US where you can do that kayak past the animal enclosures (and the animals have large enclosures, while the zoo has a good welfare record).
Guided kayak tours around the zoo cost $12.95 in addition to the zoo entrance fee. that’s $32.95 per person. You can purchase your entrance to the zoo in advance, but you must book your kayak tour upon arrival, subject to availability.
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