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The story of José Hernández is so amazing, there is now a film about him. Editor-in-Chief, Siobhan Wykes, caught up with him at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex to discover his story…
TRAVEL SNAPSHOT
Ask José Hernández if space dispels or confirms the possibility of an afterlife, and he laughs. ‘Absolutely confirms it. You look out the window, you can see the very thin ozone line that protects us, and the infinity of space and you think, “we can’t be the only ones and who created this?”’ He is speaking at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, and anyone is welcome to buy a ticket and listen to the astronauts who regularly appear. It’s a chance to ask an astronaut anything. No question too big or too small.
INSIDER’S GUIDE
There are moments in history that are watched by the entire planet. Neil Armstrong stepping onto the moon is one of them. From film footage of that moment to the accomplishments of the space shuttles and the names of every astronaut who has been launched into space from the US, the Kennedy Space Center Vistor Complex is a one-stop shop for space lovers.
GETTING THERE:
TUI (tui.co.uk) offers return flights to Melbourne Orlando International Airport from a range of UK airports. Return prices for June 2024 from £330pp. Visit tui. co.uk/flight. Price quoted by TUI on 21/02/2024. Prices provided are subject to change and have limited availability. Terms and conditions apply.
STAYING THERE:
Rooms at the Courtyard Titusville Kennedy Space Center (marriott.com) start from US $143 plus ta
