Blue Origin: Space Tourism Company Profile
If you were one of the wealthiest people alive, what would you do with your fortune? Amazon founder Jeff Bezos decided to spend his wealth developing a space tourism and transport company: Blue Origin. He has publicly stated that he has invested as much as $1 Billion per year into getting Blue Origin ‘off the ground,’ no pun intended. In this space tourism company profile, you’ll learn about the history of Blue Origin, what services they’ll offer space tourists, and answers to your other FAQ about Blue Origin. Future Space Tourist? Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to Astrotourism is a brand new book from Lonely Planet, written by STG founder…
Virgin Galactic: Space Tourism Company Profile
If you want to go to space, you’re not alone! In this series on space tourism companies, we profile each of the top space tourism companies to help you learn more about them and what kind of space experience they offer. Below, you can learn more about Virgin Galactic, Sir Richard Branson’s rocket-assisted spaceplane company. Future Space Tourist? Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to Astrotourism is a brand new book from Lonely Planet, written by STG founder Valerie Stimac. It covers space tourism companies, including Virgin Galactic, as well as aurora viewing, eclipses, rocket launches, and more! Virgin Galactic: Space Tourism Company Details Founded: 2010 Founder: Sir Richard Branson Headquarters:…
12 Space Tourism Companies That Will Send You to Space
Wanna be a space tourist? These space tourism companies will help you get there! Read on to learn about each – and how much they cost!
How to Plan an Astronomy Trip to the Royal Observatory Greenwich
The Royal Observatory Greenwich is one of the world’s top historic astronomy destinations. King Charles II commissioned the Royal Observatory in Greenwich in 1675. Sir Christopher Wren originally chose the site, and the Royal Observatory in Greenwich began operations in 1676. In the nearly 350 years since, the Royal Observatory Greenwich has been one of the foundational observatories in the world. In fact, on a list of nearly 2100 observatories registered by the International Astronomical Union, the Royal Observatory Greenwich is the first: #000. The Royal Observatory Greenwich has become a popular tourist attraction in London, but most people who visit don’t necessarily care about (or know about) the astronomical importance of the…
The Ultimate Guide to Stargazing in Sedona: When, Where & How
If you love stargazing, there are certain destinations that simply must be on your list. Sedona, Arizona, is one of those places. If you have your heart set on stargazing in Sedona, here’s everything you need to know. From when to visit and where to go, to the stargazing tours and night-sky friendly hotels you can stay in, and even what to do during the day – this guide will give you all the info you need to plan a perfect stargazing trip to Sedona, plus enjoy everything else this desert city among the red rocks has to offer. When to Visit Sedona for the Best Stargazing Sedona is a…
How to Visit Johnson Space Center & Space Center Houston
“Houston, we’ve had a problem here.” Most people recognize this line from the movie Apollo 13. When Astronaut Jim Lovell (Tom Hanks) calls down to earth to report a major problem with the mission, his famous line was etched in our collective memory. (It’s often erroneously quoted as “Houston, we have a problem.” Verb tenses matter, people!) It wasn’t some person he was calling back to, or a code name or acronym come up with by the U.S. government. ‘Houston’ was Houston, Texas, and the men (and very few women) who at the time were running NASA operations there. Houston’s ties to NASA and the space industry date back to the 1960s, with…
How to Plan a Blue Ridge Mountains Stargazing Trip
I’ve always had a romanticized notion of the Blue Ridge Mountains that run from North Carolina through Virginia. The rolling green mountains are a far cry from the rolling fawn-colored plains and rusty hills of my home state of Oklahoma. I’ve dreamed of the day when my battered hiking shoes would walk the Appalachian Trail, which weaves 2,190-miles through the Mountains. The Blue Ridge Mountains are also home to The Blue Ridge Parkway. The road is a sinewy and forested drive through some of the most striking views in the Blue Ridge Mountains. It’s also a favorite way to get out into the dark skies and do some stargazing. The…
13 Famous Craters You Can Visit
Nothing takes your breath away quite like a giant reminder that earth gets pummeled by extraterrestrial objects all the time. Planet earth is a dynamic place to live. As we spin through space, thaustere are loads of objects we can — and do — collide with. Our moon is evidence of that! Just look how pock-marked it is, after millennia of colliding with meteorites and other space debris. On earth, most of the impact craters have been lost, but there are still many you can see. Just look at this map we put together of the most visible impact craters around the world: If you want to visit one of…
13 Space Themed Hotels & Suites Right Here on Earth
For many people, a luxury hotel room is a perfect option while they travel. With multiple shower heads, plush bathrobes, and a stocked minibar, they’re set for the night. For those of us who dream of being among the stars as those same stars wheel overhead, we want something a little different when we travel. We want The Martian, Interstellar, and Gravity on pay-per-view. Astronaut ice cream must on the room service menu. We definitely want our hotel room to have completely out-of-this-world design elements — if not complete aesthetic commitment. Way more plush than the sleep options in space, here are nine space-themed hotels and suites you can book right now: Sunset Inn…
