Nasa says private citizens should be able to visit the International Space Centre as early as next year. Photo: Shutterstock
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Nasa opens the door for private space travel – but what’s the catch?
Boeing and SpaceX are both developing capsules to take private citizens to the International Space Station
Holidays in outer space appeal to those members of the public who want to push the boundaries. Photo: Shutterstock
Dreaming of an escape that is out of this world? How about a holiday that is literally in outer space?
Thanks to Nasa, you might be one small step closer to that dream!
Nasa recently announced that the International Space Station (ISS) would be available for private citizens to visit as early as next year. Up to two short-duration private astronaut missions could be accommodated per year, with each mission lasting up to 30 days. The catch is, you have to make your own way there. A trip to the International Space Station isn’t available yet, but Boeing and SpaceX are two companies developing capsules to take private citizens to the ISS.
Before you start planning your space-age getaway, you should know that space exploration does not come cheap – travellers will pay an estimated US$58 million just for the airfare. Each night spent on the space station will cost you an additional US$35,000, which will cover your food, water, life support and more. Plus, anyone wishing to go on one of these missions would need to meet all of Nasa’s medical standards, as well as undergo the training and certification procedures required for all of Nasa’s space crew members.
So start saving your dollars and amp up your fitness routine, because a space-age holiday could be here sooner than you think.
This article originally appeared on Luxury Escapes .