Branson brings space travel to our living rooms

Branson brings space travel to our living rooms
By admin


Unable to come up with the hefty wad of cash required to secure yourself a spot on a Virgin Galactic flight into space? Well, you no longer need to worry because, thanks to a new deal with NBCUniversal, the inaugural space flight carrying Sir Richard Branson and his adult children Holly and Sam, will be televised.

Peacock Productions will be charged with chronicling the journey which will take place aboard SpaceShipTwo next year, departing Virgin Galactic’s terminal at Spaceport America in New Mexico.

“Without a doubt, Sir Richard and his children taking the first commercial flight into space will go down in history as one of the most memorable events of television,” Peacock Productions president and general manager Sharon Scott said.

“Through NBCUniversal’s multiple platforms and overseas network partners, viewers from around the world will get to experience this where were you moment; we’re extremely honored to chronicle Sir Richard’s journey and live launch into space.”

Meanwhile, the man himself said that Virgin Galactic is “thrilled” with the new TV deal.

“In this first chapter of commercial space travel, we will help make space accessible and inspire countless more people to join us in the pursuit of space exploration and science innovation,” he said.

Latest News

  • Destinations
  • News

“The power of travel for positive change” – Intrepid’s Jenny Gray hails controversial all-women Saudi Arabia trip

Intrepid made headlines earlier this month when it announced an all-female trip to Saudi Arabia. The 12-day tour offers adventure-seeking women the chance to explore the country’s hidden gems while supporting female-led businesses in the region. It was designed in partnership with Sara Omar, a Saudi mother and keen traveler. (Lead Image: Jenny Gray, senior […]

  • News

Collette special offers across peak northern summer season

Global tour operator Collette has announced a series of special offers on selected dates across a range of tours in the peak northern hemisphere 2024 summer season. Greece The offers include ‘Greece & Its Islands’ features classics such as the Parthenon as well as the picturesque islands of Mykonos and Santorini. A saving of $700 […]

  • Aviation
  • News

Air India and All Nippon codeshare between the two countries

Air India and All Nippon Airways have signed a codeshare agreement connecting their networks. The new commercial partnership will provide more travel opportunities for customers of both India’s leading global airline and the largest Japan’s largest carrier. Effective from 23rd May, the Air India and All Nippon Airways agreement will see passengers fly to their […]

  • News

A&K offers minimum 18 weeks paid parental leave

A&K Travel Group will now provide a minimum of 18 weeks paid parental leave for both care-givers, setting a new standard for the travel industry. By providing 18 weeks of paid time off for all new parents, regardless of gender, A&K Travel Group is not only enabling parents to spend valuable time with their newborns […]

  • Cruise
  • Luxury
  • News

Seabourn announces Western Kimberley Traditional Owners as Godparents of Seabourn Pursuit

Seabourn has named Western Kimberley Traditional Owners, the Wunambal Gaambera, as Godparents of the ultra-luxury purpose-built Seabourn Pursuit. It is the first cruise line to appoint Traditional Owners as godparents of a ship. Seabourn Pursuit embarks on its inaugural season in the Kimberley region this June. The naming ceremony will take place on Seabourn Pursuit’s […]

  • Luxury

Malolo Island Resort opens brand new Spa

Fiji’s Malolo Island has added another string to its bow – opening its $1.3 million day spa on Thursday, 18th April 2024. (Lead Image: matriarch Rosie Whitton with spa staff) Located at the edge of the resort’s luscious patch of tropical rainforest, the new “Leilani’s Spa” adds another level of elevated experiences to Malolo’s already […]