What does it cost to go into orbit now? How much will SpaceX and its competitors drive down the price? An orbital hotel will not be cheap, either.
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Friday, July 25, 2025
The Economics of Orbital Sightseeing
I was watching a YouTube video of relaxing music with video from the ISS. My, it is beautiful and inspiring. I suspect in 40 years, spaceflight will be cheap enough for mildly wealthy people to spend a few days in orbit enjoying the view. I do not mean Tahiti vacation affordable, but a once in a lifetime trip, the memories of which you will always treasure. Unfortunately, by the time I can afford it, I will be likely 20 years beyond the urn.
I don't think it will be cheap until/unless we figure out how to build A. Clarke's space elevator
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