Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin Announces New Space Tourism Program

Jeff Bezos's aerospace company Blue Origin has announced an expanded space tourism program that aims to send dozens of private citizens to space each year. The program builds on the success of previous missions and represents a significant step in democratizing space travel. The announcement comes as the commercial space industry continues to grow, with Blue Origin competing against SpaceX and Virgin Galactic for the lucrative space tourism market. 'Space is for everyone,' Bezos stated at the press conference. 'We're committed to making space travel safe, reliable, and accessible.' Tickets for the new program are expected to be priced at $250,000 per person, with flights beginning in mid-2025. The company has already received hundreds of applications from interested space tourists worldwide.