The waterfront terrace is a favorite site from which to enjoy NASA shuttle lift-offs. Explorer I, the first satellite to be launched into space, blasted off from this site, as did space monkeys. Moonlit tours of sea turtles' activities available. Such lines as Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Lines offer seasonal excursions. A six-mile driving tour and shaded boardwalks weave through areas of pine and oak.
Beaches combine with launch pads to create beautiful backdrops.
Touted as number one surfing destination in Florida. A 4,000-foot boardwalk is surrounded by sand pines, saw palmettos and live oaks rising from ancient sand dunes that were created 2,000 years ago. Fields of ferns and Beauty Berry blooms also awe visitors and eco-adventurers. Famous for billboards scattered up and down the Eastern seaboard.