In pictures: Lupita Nyong’o named People magazine’s ‘Most Beautiful Woman’

Lupita Nyong'o has had quite the impressive year from winning an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in 12 Years a Slave to being most recently named People magazine's 'Most Beautiful Woman.'

If you go

Where to stay: Courtyard by Marriott Titusville Kennedy Space Centre has unparalleled views of the Indian River. Alligators can be spotted from hotel room balconies, as can several rocket launch sites. The hotel also boasts cool space-themed decor.

When to go: Florida is best experienced during the winter months, from November to May, before the humidity kicks in.

How to get there: Emirates currently flies from Dubai to Orlando five times a week.