Florida's climate is ideal for vacations, drawing visitors to the pristine beaches and warm waters that surround the peninsula. To the north, Florida's Emerald Coast and the Pensacola Bay Area are renowned for their fishing opportunities and beaches for taking in the sun. Recreational activities are abundant in the Big Bend Area, as are oppotunities to see manatees and other native Floridian wildlife. The Tampa and Sarasota Bay areas feature resort accommodations and a range of family vacation activities, much like Greater Orlando, which is known as the home of Disney World and the EPCOT Center. Miami is the jewel in Florida's crown, and is found at the southeastern tip of the peninsula, offering a wealth of cultural attractions. Greater Fort Lauderdale and the Palm Beaches offer miles of beachfront, drawing visitors from around the world to this natural vacation spot. The Space Coast is noteworthy as the site of Cape Canaveral, home of the Space Shuttle launch pad.