Since that will largely remain out of reach for the vast majority of us, I wonder if an affordable option would be providing trips on high-altitude balloons to the edge of space, such as the balloon which was just used by Mr. Baumgartner.
Pros and Cons?
Alternative To Space Tourism
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skb12172
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Alternative To Space Tourism
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There must be an end to this intimidation by those who come to this great country, but reject its culture.
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Cobar
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Re: Alternative To Space Tourism
Pro: cool as hell.
Con: steering.
Con: steering.
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Rich
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Re: Alternative To Space Tourism
No!
I want my inflatable intergalactic cruiser and I want it now!
Or don't bother running for re-election.
I want my inflatable intergalactic cruiser and I want it now!
Or don't bother running for re-election.
A weak government usually remains a servant of citizens, while a strong government usually becomes the master of its subjects.
- paraphrased from several sources
A choice, not an echo. - Goldwater campaign, 1964
- paraphrased from several sources
A choice, not an echo. - Goldwater campaign, 1964