For couples with a deep love for space and a deep wallet, getting married in the stars may be just a matter of time. A new Florida-based company is offering future newlyweds the chance to travel to the edge of space, experience stunning views and have a once-in-a-lifetime wedding ceremony.
Space Perspective, a private space company, will offer couples the opportunity to fly up to the edge of the atmosphere and get married. This will be done onboard a Voyager Station, an orbiting starship designed to look like a luxury cruise ship. The ship will have restaurants, bars and other facilities for guests to enjoy. The first voyage is scheduled to take place in 2027.
The couple will also be able to have photos and videos taken during the trip. These photos and videos can be used as a keepsake for the happy couple and will be a lasting memory of their special day. The event space will also provide a wedding officiant for the couple, which could save them some money and time.
While many of us dream of marrying underwater, on top of a mountain or jumping off an airplane, few of us have the nerve to do so in space. That’s about to change. In 2011, Yuri Malenchenko, a Russian cosmonaut, became the second person to marry in space. He performed the ceremony over a video linkup between the space station and Earth, dressed in a flight suit instead of a tuxedo. He blew his bride a kiss, and she blew him one back.
Those with the means will be able to book their own space wedding through Rocketplane Kistler Japan and wedding planner First Advantage. This will allow them to spend a one-hour ceremony in zero gravity 62.1 miles above Earth. The ceremony will cost about $2 million.
It will also be possible to add a number of other elements to the ceremony, including a custom-designed menu and cocktail drinks, music and more. The space company will work with each couple to create a personalized experience.
If a space wedding isn’t quite your cup of tea, but the thought of marrying on Mars still excites you, check out these gorgeous Mars-on-Earth destination wedding locations for an interplanetary treat. These alien landscapes are a perfect balance of rugged and beautiful to make for an unforgettable otherworldly celebration.
No matter where you choose to get married, your big day will be a day to remember forever. To ensure your day is everything you hoped it would be and more, make sure you hire the best wedding professionals for your event. Wedding planners, photographers and videographers can help you make sure that your event runs smoothly, and they can assist with creating a unique, memorable wedding day. Inquire with your venue to see if they can recommend or refer you to a professional they have worked with before. This can help you save time and effort as you plan your NYC event space wedding.