We rode most rides just once, but some were worth the long lines to ride a second time.
The Christmas store in the center of the park had Santa's sleigh on display. She couldn't resist.
On our final day, we headed to NASA's Kennedy Space Center. I could have spent two full days here.
There was so much to see, but so little time. I think we'll have to come back.
My favorite part of NASA was their Atlantis building. It's named after one of their 5 shuttles in the program.
What I didn't realize is that the building was named that because they had the ACTUAL space shuttle kept inside!! OMG!!! Why did I not know this!!!
I was completely in awe of this flying marvel. It flew 33 successful missions, and that 33rd was the final for the entire shuttle program. Just look at these rocket boosters up close!
There were mock cockpits with all the specific switches, gauges, and buttons in the same locations to make it as identical as possible. The little one looks good in there!
But the best part was another hidden gem I wasn't expecting...a flight simulation of take off! It was so real! Way better than any ride I've been on at Disney, Epcot, or anywhere. Photography was not allowed or I would have taken a ton of pics. I have GOT to go back!
