Space shuttle launch package for $169

By Clara Bosonetto Maerz

For ajc.com

For 50 years, NASA's been famous for dramatic launch pad countdowns. 10-9-8-7-6....

Today, a final countdown is underway with only five shuttle missions remaining before the fleet will be forever retired.

The remaining missions will deliver construction supplies to the International Space Station and prepare it for life after shuttle.

Don't miss out on an unforgettable experience to witness in-person a dramatic lift off!

The Space Shuttle Endeavor is set to make its last night launch on Feb. 7, with a scheduled lift-off time of 4:39 a.m.*

Guests can enjoy shoreline seats and four-diamond service during the launch with a special package at The Shores Resort & Spa, located less than 70 miles from Kennedy Space Center at the south end of Daytona Beach Shores.

The Four-Diamond Shuttle Launch package starts at $169 and includes overnight accommodations, a type of Irish coffee called Shores Coffee, s'mores, breakfast with Tang, champagne and a souvenir photo.

The Shores Resort & Spa is Daytona's newest resort and the only AAA Four Diamond resort among all the oceanfront properties.

Chic and brightly colored guest rooms are luxurious with sheer canopied four-poster beds, pillow-top mattresses and many have views of Daytona Beach, the Atlantic or the Intracoastal Waterway.

Call 866-934-SHORES or see http://www.shoresresort.com and mention promo code ENDRSH.

*Remaining missions:

- Discovery will launch on March 18 at a scheduled lift off time of 1:34 p.m.

- Atlantis, May 14, 2:28 p.m.

- Endeavour, July 29, 7:51 a.m.

- Discovery, Sept. 16, 11:57 a.m.

http://www.nasa.gov