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The Space Shuttle Endeavor is one of the most advanced space exploration vehicles ever built, and to see it launch into orbit is an experience unlike any other. Its next scheduled launch is June 13, 2009, and those hoping to witness this historic event can enjoy front row seats at the Four Points by Sheraton Cocoa Beach. Conveniently located just an hour from the Kennedy Space Center, it's the perfect spot from which to cheer on Endeavor as it embarks on a mission to the International Space Station. When it finally disappears into the sky, you'll be able to hit the beach for a day of surfing, swimming, and fun in the sun, followed by an evening of food, drinks, and music at the hotel's Shark Pit Lounge. Even if you can't make it to the launch, the Four Points by Sheraton Cocoa Beach is still your best bet for exploring the space center, thanks to the Sweet, Simple Space Travel offer. Rates start at $155 and include one night's accommodations, two passes to the Kennedy Space Center, and free scheduled transportation to and from the space center. The combination of space exploration and one of Florida's best beaches make this an exciting proposition for summertime fun. Click here to book your stay and start your countdown to the action.

[image via NASA]

Three, two, one, liftoff! On May 12, 2009, the Space Shuttle Atlantis will take off from Launch Pad 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, embarking on its fifth and final servicing mission to the Hubble Space Telescope. Fans of space exploration who want to witness this historic launch can make their way to the Four Points by Sheraton Cocoa Beach, which is close enough to the launch site to get a great view of the action. There's nothing like witnessing a shuttle launch, and the Four Points Cocoa Beach is about the nicest place you can do it. Located just minutes from the Space Center, Port Canaveral cruise and gambling ships, and the widest beach in Florida, you'll find no shortage of fun things to do once Atlantis has slipped the surly bonds of earth. Feel like getting wet? Cocoa Beach is the surf capital of the east coast, and the world's largest surf complex is ready to outfit you with everything you need to hit the waves and hang ten. It's not quite space flight, but it's still pretty exciting.

[image via National Geographic]

Though you've probably caught up with daylight savings time by now, it's entirely possible you missed out on National Napping Day (Monday, April 3). However, there's still plenty of time to pack in some quality napping. All of April is "Napportnity" month at participating Four Points by Sheraton hotels. If you're looking for a little extra R&R in the nap-o-sphere, the Napportunity package gets you a special weekend rate, free breakfast, 4 p.m. checkout, and a NapSack. That sack holds a sleep mask, sleep balm, a helpful tome entitled The Art of Napping, a "Nap in Progress" doorhanger, and of course, a teddy bear. You also get a pad full of prepared nap excuses in order to fend off would-be nap-nappers. As it says in the Seven Habits of Highly Effective Nappers, "Begin to plan your next nap as you awaken from this nap."