Question. Who here would go on a spacewalk if they had the chance?Space Adventures is taking reservations now?
Believe it or not, a company called Space Adventures(spaceadventures.com) is currently talking $980.00 reservations for orbital spacewalks. You can call 1-888-85-SPACE to be put on a reservations list. This is the same company that sent Dennis Tito(that strange looking bald guy), and Mark Shuttleworth. Spacewalks are fully operational now. They cost $33 million, and there is a guy going up monday. The guy that answered the phone told me. I have to say that the first civilians that try it have balls of steel to have the audacity to float in orbital space tethered to a cord.(First guy to do it-Alexei Leonov March '65) Talk about a thrill ride! Again, who here would have the balls to do it? WHo would have the minor balls to take a suborbital flight like Tito to the International Space station? How cool to see Columbus wasn't just whistling dixie for yourself! To speak with a Space Adventures representative call 1-888-85-SPACE...............
Astronomy & Space - 4 Answers
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That is really cool. I would definitely do it. As a struggling college student I can't afford it right now but that is something I will definitely keep in mind!
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Sorry I am too old. I was a comm trouble shooter for N.A.S.A and traveled over much of this earth and always thought I would go.
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I would be first on the list if I had the money, and assuming the company is legit. I wasn't aware any private company was at a point where they could already do this.
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I would rather sail the solar winds, myself.
Friday, September 21, 2012
Friday, September 14, 2012
Southwest Airlines Connection Question
Southwest Airlines Connection Question?
I want to book a flight and I'm a little confused on what this means? It says: FLIGHT DETAILS (2 stops, includes 1 plane change) #1331 Depart Columbus, OH (CMH) 3:55 PM Arrive in Baltimore, Md (BMI) 5:10 PM #165 Change planes in Baltimore, MD (BWI) Makes one stop Arrive in Tampa Bay, FL (TPA) 9:30 PM Where do I make the second stop? This is just confusing to me. I land in Baltimore, make a plane change, take off from Baltimore, land somewhere (where they didn't bother to tell me.) stay on the plane, and then take off to go to Tampa? Is this not clear to you either? I thought it was quite vague if you ask me. Anyway, thank you for reading and please answer!
Air Travel - 2 Answers
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First you fly into Baltimore MD (Nice airport by the way) then you change plane to Tampa I don't think you will change Plane between BWI to Tampa bay
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That information is not clear. I know you stop in Baltimore, change planes, and then fly somewhere else (same plane) and go to Tampa. Call Southwest and find this information out. Good luck!
I want to book a flight and I'm a little confused on what this means? It says: FLIGHT DETAILS (2 stops, includes 1 plane change) #1331 Depart Columbus, OH (CMH) 3:55 PM Arrive in Baltimore, Md (BMI) 5:10 PM #165 Change planes in Baltimore, MD (BWI) Makes one stop Arrive in Tampa Bay, FL (TPA) 9:30 PM Where do I make the second stop? This is just confusing to me. I land in Baltimore, make a plane change, take off from Baltimore, land somewhere (where they didn't bother to tell me.) stay on the plane, and then take off to go to Tampa? Is this not clear to you either? I thought it was quite vague if you ask me. Anyway, thank you for reading and please answer!
Air Travel - 2 Answers
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First you fly into Baltimore MD (Nice airport by the way) then you change plane to Tampa I don't think you will change Plane between BWI to Tampa bay
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That information is not clear. I know you stop in Baltimore, change planes, and then fly somewhere else (same plane) and go to Tampa. Call Southwest and find this information out. Good luck!
Friday, September 7, 2012
13 and flying alone. Help
13 and flying alone. Help!!?
I'm flying to Chicago and visiting a friend. My flight is southwest and im flying into midway. I was just wondering if people could reassure me and make me a little less nervous. Im kinda nervous about getting around midway too. Its bigger than the Columbus Airport im used to.
Air Travel - 11 Answers
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ask for help i sooooo got lost at the orlando airport its sooooo big.
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your gonna be fine, i always go on airplanes by myself, its actually more fun, cause then you get lots of atention, and everyones super nice, and they give you stuff!!! its alot of fun!!! o yea and there will also be people there to meet you and help you every step of the way
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If you think Midway is hard to get around you should go to O'hare!
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You will find many helpfull staff inside the airport so don't worry =D
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Try to relax nd meet some one new just for entertainment if there's any problem just call the air hostess
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It doesn't matter who answers your vague, random question, the only way you'll help yourself is to just experience it and get through it. Without the advice, help, or reassurance from anyone.
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Don't Be Nervous. Just ask questions on where to go. You could even talk to your parents and tell them where you are in the airport. They'll probably help and make you feel less lost. Trust me, it may be scary, but asking questions is a great help.
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well if you get scared, just listen to some music and pretend like your somewhere else, or just try to sleep, and just keep thinking about how in like some amount of time you'll be at your friends house hope I helped a little! :-)
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You should check with the airline and see if you are young enough to qualify for their children flying unattended service. My step son is 12 and he was flying from Alberta to Ontario and they had a flight attendant who escorted him from his mother to the plane and stayed with him on the flight and then escorted him from the plane to his father. He never had to be alone and they helped him through security and helped him with his bags and everything.
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Unless things have changed a great deal very recently, at 13 years old, you should be flying in what's termed an "unaccompanied minor" status. Under this program, you are formally turned over to the airline by your parent(s). Once that happens, the airline is responsible for you throughout the flight to your destination. Once you arrive at Chicago, it's the airline's responsibility to only turn you over to the care of a parent or another adult designated (in writing) by your parents. That person, even if it's a parent, will have to be able to prove their identity to the satisfaction of the airline before you will be released to them.
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Even though the airport may be huge, you'll only be seeing a very small portion of it. Let the flight attendant on board know you're flying alone, buy the Unaccompanied Minor service if you'd like, and ask for help when you get to your destination. There are plenty of employees whose job it is to make sure you get where you have to go.
I'm flying to Chicago and visiting a friend. My flight is southwest and im flying into midway. I was just wondering if people could reassure me and make me a little less nervous. Im kinda nervous about getting around midway too. Its bigger than the Columbus Airport im used to.
Air Travel - 11 Answers
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1 :
ask for help i sooooo got lost at the orlando airport its sooooo big.
2 :
your gonna be fine, i always go on airplanes by myself, its actually more fun, cause then you get lots of atention, and everyones super nice, and they give you stuff!!! its alot of fun!!! o yea and there will also be people there to meet you and help you every step of the way
3 :
If you think Midway is hard to get around you should go to O'hare!
4 :
You will find many helpfull staff inside the airport so don't worry =D
5 :
Try to relax nd meet some one new just for entertainment if there's any problem just call the air hostess
6 :
It doesn't matter who answers your vague, random question, the only way you'll help yourself is to just experience it and get through it. Without the advice, help, or reassurance from anyone.
7 :
Don't Be Nervous. Just ask questions on where to go. You could even talk to your parents and tell them where you are in the airport. They'll probably help and make you feel less lost. Trust me, it may be scary, but asking questions is a great help.
8 :
well if you get scared, just listen to some music and pretend like your somewhere else, or just try to sleep, and just keep thinking about how in like some amount of time you'll be at your friends house hope I helped a little! :-)
9 :
You should check with the airline and see if you are young enough to qualify for their children flying unattended service. My step son is 12 and he was flying from Alberta to Ontario and they had a flight attendant who escorted him from his mother to the plane and stayed with him on the flight and then escorted him from the plane to his father. He never had to be alone and they helped him through security and helped him with his bags and everything.
10 :
Unless things have changed a great deal very recently, at 13 years old, you should be flying in what's termed an "unaccompanied minor" status. Under this program, you are formally turned over to the airline by your parent(s). Once that happens, the airline is responsible for you throughout the flight to your destination. Once you arrive at Chicago, it's the airline's responsibility to only turn you over to the care of a parent or another adult designated (in writing) by your parents. That person, even if it's a parent, will have to be able to prove their identity to the satisfaction of the airline before you will be released to them.
11 :
Even though the airport may be huge, you'll only be seeing a very small portion of it. Let the flight attendant on board know you're flying alone, buy the Unaccompanied Minor service if you'd like, and ask for help when you get to your destination. There are plenty of employees whose job it is to make sure you get where you have to go.
Saturday, September 1, 2012
Question on Big Sur CA
Question on Big Sur CA?
I live in Columbus Ohio and Im trying to find flights to Big Sur CA. But Im having a hard time finding the airport for/ around Big Sur. I was also wondering what the cheapest site would be to look into and also places to stay. Possible 4 people who are traveling with me. Any good sites to look into with photos and information?! Thanks!
San Francisco - 7 Answers
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Try flying to San Jose, Southwest may fly there. The town is a bit remote down the Pacific Coast Highway. A b&B may be your best choice; also check hotels in Monterey, Carmel, and San Simeon by the Hearst Castle.
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Your closest Major Airport would be San Jose about 120 miles north. A minor airport is Montery/Salinas about 30 miles north but this is commuter airport so you would probably have to fly into San Jose and then take a commuter into Monterey, This is the link to the Chamber of Commerce that will give you a lot of information on Big Sur
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~San Jose, CA airport. ~Monterrey and Carmel are pretty cities and they are nearby. ~Will need to rent a car to drive to Big Sur.
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the closest commercial airport is Monterey, but it's very small. Otherwise San Jose would be the closest airport.
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I just wrote about a road trip from L.A. to Big Sur, you could check it out for fun stuff to do while you're in the area (even if you don't have time to drive all the way up from L.A.). The coastline is truly stunning, so do spend at least part of your time driving Pacific Coast Highway. There aren't really "cheap" places to stay up in Big Sur but Deetjen's is somewhat reasonable and they have EXCELLENT food! And here's my article... http://wehow.ehow.com/how_2021012_trip-up-pacific-coast-highway.html
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Big sur is located approximately halfway between San Jose & San Luis Obispo. So either would be an option. But be prepared to drive 100 miles one way from either spot. Big Sur is a very remote area on the california coast. Salinas is technically the closest airport, but I don't think they have commerical flights into that area. I believe it only caters to single engine and twin engine aircraft and helicopters. Monterey has a very tiny airport that does have commerical flights going in on Delta, America West, etc. but be prepared to pay through the nose and to stop a lot. There are no direct non-stop flights to Monterey.
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There is no airport in Big Sur itself. I just went there this weekend. It is about a 2 hour drive from the San Francisco airport along beautiful coastal highway. When it comes to where to stay, if you're camping I recommend the Fernwood resort. The camping is right on the river!...But here's a link to lodging: http://www.bigsurcalifornia.org/lodging.html Big Sur Lodging Guide, Hotels, Resorts, Cabins, Vacation Rentals Big Sur California Sight seeing is a must, the Julia Pfiefer waterfall is the most beautiful sight in Big Sur. Its only about a 10 minute walk from the entrance to Julia Pfiefer State Park. http://www.carto.net/neumann/travelling/big_sur_2003_10/077_mc_cay_waterfall.jpg 077_mc_cay_waterfall.jpg (JPEG Image, 819x614 pixels) http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=578 Julia Pfeiffer Burns SP Just went last week...hope you have as much fun as I did!...Oh food at the Fernwood resort is awesome too...the atmosphere isn't great, but the BBQ is wonderful!
I live in Columbus Ohio and Im trying to find flights to Big Sur CA. But Im having a hard time finding the airport for/ around Big Sur. I was also wondering what the cheapest site would be to look into and also places to stay. Possible 4 people who are traveling with me. Any good sites to look into with photos and information?! Thanks!
San Francisco - 7 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
Try flying to San Jose, Southwest may fly there. The town is a bit remote down the Pacific Coast Highway. A b&B may be your best choice; also check hotels in Monterey, Carmel, and San Simeon by the Hearst Castle.
2 :
Your closest Major Airport would be San Jose about 120 miles north. A minor airport is Montery/Salinas about 30 miles north but this is commuter airport so you would probably have to fly into San Jose and then take a commuter into Monterey, This is the link to the Chamber of Commerce that will give you a lot of information on Big Sur
3 :
~San Jose, CA airport. ~Monterrey and Carmel are pretty cities and they are nearby. ~Will need to rent a car to drive to Big Sur.
4 :
the closest commercial airport is Monterey, but it's very small. Otherwise San Jose would be the closest airport.
5 :
I just wrote about a road trip from L.A. to Big Sur, you could check it out for fun stuff to do while you're in the area (even if you don't have time to drive all the way up from L.A.). The coastline is truly stunning, so do spend at least part of your time driving Pacific Coast Highway. There aren't really "cheap" places to stay up in Big Sur but Deetjen's is somewhat reasonable and they have EXCELLENT food! And here's my article... http://wehow.ehow.com/how_2021012_trip-up-pacific-coast-highway.html
6 :
Big sur is located approximately halfway between San Jose & San Luis Obispo. So either would be an option. But be prepared to drive 100 miles one way from either spot. Big Sur is a very remote area on the california coast. Salinas is technically the closest airport, but I don't think they have commerical flights into that area. I believe it only caters to single engine and twin engine aircraft and helicopters. Monterey has a very tiny airport that does have commerical flights going in on Delta, America West, etc. but be prepared to pay through the nose and to stop a lot. There are no direct non-stop flights to Monterey.
7 :
There is no airport in Big Sur itself. I just went there this weekend. It is about a 2 hour drive from the San Francisco airport along beautiful coastal highway. When it comes to where to stay, if you're camping I recommend the Fernwood resort. The camping is right on the river!...But here's a link to lodging: http://www.bigsurcalifornia.org/lodging.html Big Sur Lodging Guide, Hotels, Resorts, Cabins, Vacation Rentals Big Sur California Sight seeing is a must, the Julia Pfiefer waterfall is the most beautiful sight in Big Sur. Its only about a 10 minute walk from the entrance to Julia Pfiefer State Park. http://www.carto.net/neumann/travelling/big_sur_2003_10/077_mc_cay_waterfall.jpg 077_mc_cay_waterfall.jpg (JPEG Image, 819x614 pixels) http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=578 Julia Pfeiffer Burns SP Just went last week...hope you have as much fun as I did!...Oh food at the Fernwood resort is awesome too...the atmosphere isn't great, but the BBQ is wonderful!
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