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Space Tourism First Hand

Posted by Zonk on from the watch-for-rocks dept.

starexplorer writes "You've probably heard that Zero-G Corporation is offering weightless trips to the public. But now, Space.com is reporting an insider's assessment of the experience. Space Tourism seems to be taking off with the public, and with advertisers, as evidenced by Volvo's new 'win a trip to space' contest that kicked off during the Super Bowl."

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  1. Just one big commercial by jangobongo · · Score: 4, Informative
    Well, that video was like a 10 minute commercial for Zero-G, Volvo, and Diet Rite all in one. Very glowing, "Every one should try this" and "Don't worry about space sickness. It's not a big deal!" The only thing they didn't include was the cost. So here you are - for the next two available flights:
    • Flight ZG-28 from Fort Lauderdale, FL - Saturday, Mar 12, 2005 - $3,750.00 + Tax

    • Flight ZG-29 from Fort Lauderdale, FL - Saturday, Apr 09, 2005 - $3,750.00 + Tax
    A more realistic (less-paid-endorsement-like) first person account of a ride on the "vomit comet" can be found here. I think that I'll stick to getting my zero gravity thrills on a roller coaster, thanks!
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    Sig cancelled due to lack of interest
  2. My own photographs. by cogpp · · Score: 2, Informative

    I got to take part in some parabolic flights last year and have put up the photographs and some videos here.