Ever thought of taking an out-of-this-world trip? Now you can — literally! After many decades in the making, space tourism is finally taking off in the 21st century. Civilians (with millions of dollars to spare) can now explore the final frontier and experience outer space for themselves.
A regular tourist on Earth needs to research what you need to do, where you can go, how much it will all cost, and if you will be safe. The same goes for a space tourist looking to book a ticket out of Earth. In this quick guide, we’ll go through the basics and the technicalities before you blast off.
What Is Space Tourism?
Space tourism or recreational space travel is an innovative business venture that provides private citizens a front-row seat to the stars. It provides tourists a unique experience of being an astronaut for leisure and recreational purposes.
You can live out the astronaut dreams you had as a child if your bank account is capable of the…