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Kennedy Space Center℠ Visitor Complex

Deep Space Exhibits After Dark

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We’ve got your ticket for an exclusive event full of private tours, astronaut encounters and brand-new exhibits at our out-of-this-world VIP Experience at Kennedy Space Center℠ Visitor Complex. You will enjoy a guided tour of Gateway™: The Deep Space Launch Complex exhibit, the newest attraction that opened in spring 2022. Here, you’ll get close to actual spacecraft and discover current innovations before you launch into a stellar outer space adventure, all while guided by a retired astronaut. Afterwards, you will be experience after-hours VIP access to Kennedy Space Center℠ Visitor Complex’s Space Shuttle Atlantis® with astronaut-led tour.

You’ll then walk to the Heroes and Legends exhibit featuring the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame® for a private dinner reception during which you’ll have some time to chat with our astronaut guide over cocktails before enjoying a mouthwatering dinner, full premium bar and opportunities to explore the interactive exhibits.

Transportation will be provided to and from Orange Lake Resort and our experience. Please note some walking will be involved with this event (10 on a scale of 1–10*), which may include stairs.

Call (888) 213-9990 to start booking your VIP Experience!

*For reference, 10 is about 1.5 miles.
**Event price dependent upon whether or not the optional owner update is selected.

  • Event passed

  • Transportation provided

  • Select meals provided

  • Event capacity: 58

  • Family friendly

  • 25% off accommodations and access to Signature Collection villas

  • Pricing starting at $350 or 70,000 points per person**

  • Some walking will be involved with this event (10 on a scale of 1-10*), which may include stairs

Itinerary


Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024 – Check-In & Welcome Party

  • 3:00-5:00 p.m. Meet your event host in the main lobby and pick up final itinerary
  • 4:00 p.m. Resort Check-in Starts
  • 6:30 p.m. Members meet in the lobby
  • 6:45 p.m. Transportation departs for Charley’s Steakhouse
  • 7:00–9:00 p.m. Welcome Party with dinner and an open bar at Charley’s Steakhouse

Wednesday, April 24th, 2024 – Kennedy Space Center℠ Visitor Complex

  • 2:15–9:00 p.m. Enjoy VIP access to Kennedy Space Center℠ Visitor Complex with astronaut-led tours of Space Shuttle Atlantis® and Gateway™: The Deep Space Launch Complex exhibits.
  • 7:30 p.m. Dinner in the Heroes and Legends exhibit featuring the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame®

Thursday, April 25th, 2024 – [Optional] One-hour personalized owner update at pre-selected date and time. Members will receive a catered boxed meal prior to their owner update.

Friday, April 26th, 2024 – Event check-out date (but you’re welcome to stay longer!)

Participants in the VIP Experience have the option of signing a photo/video release form.

Details subject to change. Final itinerary available upon check-in.

You don’t want to miss this one!

To book your spot, simply pick up the phone and call (888) 213-9990 to speak to a member of our Club Team. They’re always there to answer any question, big or small, and to make your booking experience as easy as possible. (There’s a good reason why we won a customer service award!)

25% Off Accommodations & Signature Collection Access

As a perk of attending this event, we’re offering access to Signature Collection, as well as 25% off your reservation, up to one full week. Signature Collection access is not guaranteed and is available only on a first-come, first serve basis.

Please note accommodations are not included in your event pricing and will need to be booked separately. Accommodations at Orange Lake Resort are required in order to participate in this VIP Experience. Ask about accommodations when you book by calling (888) 213-9990.

Bed with book and newspaper laying on top of covers in a Signature villa in River Island at Orange Lake Resort near Orlando, Florida

How To Purchase Your Accommodations

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Utilize Membership Points

Take advantage of your vacation ownership to take a unique trip this year! You have the option of booking your experience accommodations with your membership points (depending on how many you own).

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Buy Additional Points

Already used your annual points or don’t have enough to cover the event stay? No worries! You can reserve accommodations for this incredible, guided experience by purchasing additional points.

About This Destination

When you’re not out enjoying our guided experience, you’ll have time to explore Orange Lake Resort. We offer a variety of amenities, such as:

  • Spacious accommodations
  • Seven sun-kissed pools
  • Four golf courses and two mini golf courses
  • Eight restaurants and dining options
  • Onsite resort shuttle and more

Learn more about Orange Lake Resort!

Get Directions

8505 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy
Orlando, FL 34747

River Island Exchange at Orange Lake Resort near Orlando, Florida.

To fulfill the terms of this offer, you may be required to attend a one-hour timeshare presentation.

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