Space travel has been possible for some time and some people believe that space tourism could be developed in the future. Do you think it is a positive or negative development.
To begin with, a holiday beyond the stratosphere is an eye-opening experience for travellers. Since the dawn of time, it has been an intangible desire to explore and challenge the boundaries of what we know and where we have been amidst this vast universe. The possibility of being able to travel to space would not only satisfy one’s curiosity but also enrich their knowledge to a great extent. In addition, such a dramatic shift in perception would make an individual learn to value the life on Earth, raising self-awareness in protecting our Mother Nature. Therefore, space travel should be made equally available to ordinary members of the public.
On the other hand, opponents of space tourism argue that this extravagant service is limited to professional astronauts and top one percent of the population who own the majority of the world’s wealth. This may be true given the small customer base and during the pioneering phase. That being said, growing demand accompanied by the development in orbital facilities will pave the way for mass phase in which tickets to orbit cost less and the number of passengers per year expand quickly.
Eventually, a boom in space tourism would induce job opportunities in every line of business - from construction to interior design and marketing. Once orbital flights are made on a regular basis, scientists and government agencies are motivated to reach new heights in space technology, achieving historic breakthrough such as finding evidence of life forms on other planets.
In conclusion, developing space tourism is a challenging issue and it may take a long time to become an affordable service to all, rather than a pastime for the rich. However, I believe space tourism should be perceived as a positive trend as it can generate employment and provide thorough understanding of the universe.
