Explore the Final Frontier: Space Tourism for Victorian Children

SociallyStrawberry
3 min readDec 19, 2022

Understanding Space Tourism for Victorian Children

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Dear Victorian child,

I hope this letter finds you well. I have been asked to write about an exciting topic: space tourism! Have you ever looked at the stars at night and wondered what it would be like to visit them? Space tourism is the act of traveling to space for leisure, and it is becoming more and more possible in our modern world.

Space travel has come a long way since the first satellite was launched into orbit in 1957. Back then, only trained astronauts with special equipment could go to space. But now, with technological advances and the development of reusable spacecraft, space travel is becoming more accessible to everyday people.

Several companies are working on space tourism, including Virgin Galactic and Blue Origin. These companies are building spacecraft that can take paying customers on short trips to space and back. These trips usually last a few hours and involve experiencing weightlessness and seeing the beautiful view of Earth from above.

Space tourism is yet to be available to everyone, as it is still a relatively new and expensive industry. However, as more and more people experience space travel, the cost will likely go down and become more accessible.
So, what is it like to go on a space tourism trip? First, you would need to undergo some training to prepare for space travel’s physical and mental demands. This might include simulations of the conditions you will experience, such as weightlessness and high G-forces.

Once ready, you board a spacecraft and strap yourself in for the journey. The spacecraft would then be launched into orbit using a rocket, just like the ones that sent astronauts to the moon. The ride to space can be intense, as you will experience high G-forces and loud noises. But once you reach orbit, you can enjoy the beauty of the area and the view of Earth from above.

While in space, you will experience weightlessness, which can be a lot of fun. Like an astronaut, you can float around the spacecraft and do somersaults. You will also see the Earth in a way few people have before. From space, you can see the curvature of the planet and the different layers of the atmosphere. It is a truly awe-inspiring sight.

After a few hours, it will be time to return to Earth. The spacecraft will re-enter the atmosphere and make a smooth landing, just like a plane. You will then be able to share your incredible experiences with your friends and family and tell them all about your trip to space.

Space tourism is still in its early stages, with many challenges to overcome before it becomes widely available. But in the future, space travel will become a familiar and exciting way for people to experience the wonders of the universe.

This letter has given you a taste of what space tourism is about. It is an exciting and rapidly developing field, and you will have many opportunities to learn more about it in the future.

Sincerely,

Socially Strawberry

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