The Beacon of Port Canaveral
Long before it was a sleek, sail-shaped landmark, Explorer Tower was said to be the last refuge for sailors navigating the treacherous waters of Port Canaveral. Legend has it, the tower’s glowing silhouette guided ships away from the notorious pirate fleet known as the “Banana Boat Buccaneers,” who ruled these waters with sunscreen and sass.
Mariners whispered of its magical architecture, designed to resemble a sail so convincingly that pirates mistook it for a rival ship and steered clear. Some say the tower was built by a retired sea captain with a flair for modern design and a vendetta against bad lighting.
Others say it’s just a new building with great angles. Either way, it stands proud at sunset, casting long shadows and longer stories.
My latest photography is now available for purchase at crsimages.pixels.com/, featuring prints, framed art, and more from my curated collections—though this one might be just for those who appreciate architecture with a side of legend.
The Beacon of Port Canaveral
Long before it was a sleek, sail-shaped landmark, Explorer Tower was said to be the last refuge for sailors navigating the treacherous waters of Port Canaveral. Legend has it, the tower’s glowing silhouette guided ships away from the notorious pirate fleet known as the “Banana Boat Buccaneers,” who ruled these waters with sunscreen and sass.
Mariners whispered of its magical architecture, designed to resemble a sail so convincingly that pirates mistook it for a rival ship and steered clear. Some say the tower was built by a retired sea captain with a flair for modern design and a vendetta against bad lighting.
Others say it’s just a new building with great angles. Either way, it stands proud at sunset, casting long shadows and longer stories.
My latest photography is now available for purchase at crsimages.pixels.com/, featuring prints, framed art, and more from my curated collections—though this one might be just for those who appreciate architecture with a side of legend.