Astronaut celebrates year in space with luxury cruise
Not too long ago astronaut Scott Kelly returned from one of the most remarkable journeys in the history of space travel where he spent a year in Earth’s orbit. You might remember him as the astronaut who was particularly active on social media, tweeting images of the first flower ever grown in outer space.
After a year off the planet, Kelly is understandably quite glad to have both his feet back on planet earth and in need of some R&R. But what sort of holiday do you book after you’ve spent an exhausting year in outer space?
Why, a luxury cruise of course!
Kelly is set to enjoy a luxurious week on a cruise, travelling on the Crystal Serenity with his partner, children, and twin brother and fellow retired astronaut Mark Kelly.
Kelly can’t wait to spend some time with his feet up, telling USA TODAY, "I'm really looking forward to relaxing on the ship... and sleeping. It's been a very busy year."
The cruise is set to stop off in Alaska, but it’s not just going to be all smooth sailing for the Kelly brothers, who have graciously volunteered their time to speak to passengers on the Serenity as part of an enrichment program set up by Crystal Cruises.
Kelly doesn’t seem too concerned about the extra work however and is really just looking forward to spending time with his kids. He is also particularly keen on the shore excursions, which is understandable after a year in outer space. Kelly noted, “Hopefully the kids will have some fun, and I'm looking forward to some shore excursions.”
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