Space tourism...

Link · 02-20-2002, 08:44 AM

I'd like to know your opinion on space tourism.. Not only the idea for future things, but also the rich people who have paid to go into space. Personally I think it's really outrageous, that people pay such an amount of money for something that's costs a lot of money, fuel, building etc. They could spend the money helping poor people in Africa or Asia!

Garnet FalconDance · 02-20-2002, 09:02 AM

I agree that the money might be better spent in more humanitarium endeavors, but also think the money poured into space tourism from the wealthy sector will enable related exploration to advance much quicker. And there is always the point that, while I am all for space exploration, I really don't want to pay yet *more* taxes to fund it!

Sir Byronas · 02-20-2002, 10:38 AM

quote:
Originally posted by Garnet FalconDance:
I agree that the money might be better spent in more humanitarium endeavors, but also think the money poured into space tourism from the wealthy sector will enable related exploration to advance much quicker. And there is always the point that, while I am all for space exploration, I really don't want to pay yet *more* taxes to fund it!

I agree with Garnet. The cost is really high. Did you know that USA goverment does not give much money to NASA any more? They have to find money to continue their space explorations.

Redblueflare · 02-20-2002, 12:47 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Link:
I'd like to know your opinion on space tourism.. Not only the idea for future things, but also the rich people who have paid to go into space. Personally I think it's really outrageous, that people pay such an amount of money for something that's costs a lot of money, fuel, building etc. They could spend the money helping poor people in Africa or Asia!

I agree completely with you Link! [img]smile.gif[/img] Here's another question for you. Why are we spending money saving the whales, when people are starving to death. Didn't start thinking on that until recently...

J'aran · 02-20-2002, 01:05 PM

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Originally posted by Redblueflare:
I agree completely with you Link! [img]smile.gif[/img] Here's another question for you. Why are we spending money saving the whales, when people are starving to death. Didn't start thinking on that until recently...

This may sound very harsh, but there'll always be enough humans around, whereas whales are getting near to extinction.

Redblueflare · 02-20-2002, 01:15 PM

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Originally posted by J'aran:

This may sound very harsh, but there'll always be enough humans around, whereas whales are getting near to extinction.

You're right that is harsh. I was just thinking about that. That's for clearing that up I guess... Anyway Link if this space thing will help out mankind in the long run, won't it be worth it?

[ 02-20-2002: Message edited by: Redblueflare ]

Link · 02-20-2002, 03:26 PM

Space tourism will help us? I hope you understand what I mean with space tourism; people (read: millionairs) go into space by paying NASA a lot of money. That's what I'm talking about.. I really don't see anything positive about that.. sorry!

Beaumanoir · 02-20-2002, 04:51 PM

Yes, It Is A Waste Of Money Really, But It Would Be An Experience. Personally, Even Though It Would Be A Personnal Acheivement, But I Would Prefer A Good Holiday By A Pool In Spain! The Extra Money Could Go To All Sorts Of Helpful Charities And Stuff Too!

SSJ4Sephiroth · 02-20-2002, 06:56 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Sir Byronas:

I agree with Garnet. The cost is really high. Did you know that USA goverment does not give much money to NASA any more? They have to find money to continue their space explorations.

hmm, a NASA bake sale? how many rhubarb pies would they have to sell for a gallon of rocket fuel?

Rolla ZE · 02-20-2002, 07:28 PM

I'm for space tourism. I view it as a way to finally get some money out of the filthy rich and will contribute significantly to space exploration.

02-20-2002, 08:44 AM	#1
Link Jack Burton Join Date: May 15, 2001 Location: The Netherlands Age: 40 Posts: 5,888	I'd like to know your opinion on space tourism.. Not only the idea for future things, but also the rich people who have paid to go into space. Personally I think it's really outrageous, that people pay such an amount of money for something that's costs a lot of money, fuel, building etc. They could spend the money helping poor people in Africa or Asia! __________________ Rowing is not a sport, it's a way of life Goal: Beijing 2008

02-20-2002, 09:02 AM	#2
Garnet FalconDance Mephistopheles Join Date: August 30, 2001 Location: deep within the sylvan splendor.... Age: 61 Posts: 1,443	I agree that the money might be better spent in more humanitarium endeavors, but also think the money poured into space tourism from the wealthy sector will enable related exploration to advance much quicker. And there is always the point that, while I am all for space exploration, I really don't want to pay yet more taxes to fund it! __________________ "Nature tells every secret once." Ralph Waldo Emerson

02-20-2002, 10:38 AM	#3
Sir Byronas Mephistopheles Join Date: October 2, 2001 Location: Greece Age: 36 Posts: 1,463	quote: Originally posted by Garnet FalconDance: I agree that the money might be better spent in more humanitarium endeavors, but also think the money poured into space tourism from the wealthy sector will enable related exploration to advance much quicker. And there is always the point that, while I am all for space exploration, I really don't want to pay yet more taxes to fund it! I agree with Garnet. The cost is really high. Did you know that USA goverment does not give much money to NASA any more? They have to find money to continue their space explorations. __________________ <br />I\'ve searched the whole world and ended up back in Ironworks. Home sweet home!

02-20-2002, 12:47 PM	#4
Redblueflare Galvatron Join Date: May 9, 2001 Location: The backwoods in Georgia sigh Age: 41 Posts: 2,151	quote: Originally posted by Link: I'd like to know your opinion on space tourism.. Not only the idea for future things, but also the rich people who have paid to go into space. Personally I think it's really outrageous, that people pay such an amount of money for something that's costs a lot of money, fuel, building etc. They could spend the money helping poor people in Africa or Asia! I agree completely with you Link! [img]smile.gif[/img] Here's another question for you. Why are we spending money saving the whales, when people are starving to death. Didn't start thinking on that until recently... __________________ <br /><br />\"If you ever need me just whistle, and i\'ll come running. I promise. <img border=\"0\" title=\"\" alt=\"[Smile]\" src=\"smile.gif\" /> <br />Kupo, Kupo! A man can\'t get a sword if he can\'t dance! <img border=\"0\" title=\"\" alt=\"[Big Grin]\" src=\"biggrin.gif\" />

02-20-2002, 01:05 PM	#5
J'aran Mephistopheles Join Date: December 12, 2001 Location: Fryslân, The Netherlands Age: 45 Posts: 1,493	quote: Originally posted by Redblueflare: I agree completely with you Link! [img]smile.gif[/img] Here's another question for you. Why are we spending money saving the whales, when people are starving to death. Didn't start thinking on that until recently... This may sound very harsh, but there'll always be enough humans around, whereas whales are getting near to extinction.

02-20-2002, 01:15 PM	#6
Redblueflare Galvatron Join Date: May 9, 2001 Location: The backwoods in Georgia sigh Age: 41 Posts: 2,151	quote: Originally posted by J'aran: This may sound very harsh, but there'll always be enough humans around, whereas whales are getting near to extinction. You're right that is harsh. I was just thinking about that. That's for clearing that up I guess... Anyway Link if this space thing will help out mankind in the long run, won't it be worth it? [ 02-20-2002: Message edited by: Redblueflare ] __________________ <br /><br />\"If you ever need me just whistle, and i\'ll come running. I promise. <img border=\"0\" title=\"\" alt=\"[Smile]\" src=\"smile.gif\" /> <br />Kupo, Kupo! A man can\'t get a sword if he can\'t dance! <img border=\"0\" title=\"\" alt=\"[Big Grin]\" src=\"biggrin.gif\" />

02-20-2002, 03:26 PM	#7
Link Jack Burton Join Date: May 15, 2001 Location: The Netherlands Age: 40 Posts: 5,888	Space tourism will help us? I hope you understand what I mean with space tourism; people (read: millionairs) go into space by paying NASA a lot of money. That's what I'm talking about.. I really don't see anything positive about that.. sorry! __________________ Rowing is not a sport, it's a way of life Goal: Beijing 2008

02-20-2002, 04:51 PM	#8
Beaumanoir Iron Throne Cult Join Date: June 3, 2001 Location: There is no IRL, Only AFK. Age: 36 Posts: 4,896	Yes, It Is A Waste Of Money Really, But It Would Be An Experience. Personally, Even Though It Would Be A Personnal Acheivement, But I Would Prefer A Good Holiday By A Pool In Spain! The Extra Money Could Go To All Sorts Of Helpful Charities And Stuff Too! __________________ My pokemon bring all the boys to the yard, and they're like; you wanna trade cards? Damn right, I wanna trade cards, I'll trade this but not my Charizard.

02-20-2002, 06:56 PM	#9
SSJ4Sephiroth Beholder Join Date: May 4, 2001 Location: The Outside Looking In Age: 38 Posts: 4,361	quote: Originally posted by Sir Byronas: I agree with Garnet. The cost is really high. Did you know that USA goverment does not give much money to NASA any more? They have to find money to continue their space explorations. hmm, a NASA bake sale? how many rhubarb pies would they have to sell for a gallon of rocket fuel?

02-20-2002, 07:28 PM	#10
Rolla ZE Elite Waterdeep Guard Join Date: January 25, 2002 Location: Sydney, Aus Posts: 49	I'm for space tourism. I view it as a way to finally get some money out of the filthy rich and will contribute significantly to space exploration.

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