Virgin Galactic has released the final design of the launch system that will take fare-paying passengers into space.  It is based on the X-Prize-winning SpaceShipOne concept – a rocket ship that is lifted initially by a carrier plane before blasting skywards. The Virgin system is essentially a refinement, but has been increased in size to [...]

Galactic Spanish company promises to complete the first space hotel construction project by 2012. Architects of the Galactic Suite Space Resort Hotel notify that 8 weeks of preflight training & 3 days of rest at the orbit will cost 3 million euro for those who wish.
Guests will see the sunrise 15 times per day & [...]