A US$600,000 5-day space travel programme with Virgin Galactic

As space tourism emerges as the next frontier in luxury travel, pioneering companies like Virgin Galactic navigate significant challenges that could redefine the industry’s landscape. Exorbitant costs, safety concerns, environmental impacts and ethical dilemmas complicate the journey toward making space accessible to a broader audience. Hill Choi Lee explores the intricacies of commercial space travel and its implications for discerning adventurers and the planet.