Namira Salim, a UAE-based astronaut and space diplomat, plans to launch a new space hotel concept on Earth called the 0G Resort.
Via Forbes New York, Salim is soon to fly to space with Richard Branson‘s company Virgin Galactic. When she does, she will become the first female private astronaut from Dubai.
She also works with the United Nations to advance space exploration for peaceful purposes through her non-profit organisation, Space Trust.
As for her 0G Resort concept, these destinations will provide an immersive experience with space-themed restaurants, space modules, a stargazing deck, shisha bars, nightclubs and luxury hotel rooms, apartments and villas.
The first 0G Resort in the UAE would serve as a global hub for millions of tourists, astronauts and space industry billionaires. Salim is searching for an ideal location in Dubai or Abu Dhabi and needs to secure the right investor for the space tourism project.
In an interview with Khaleej Times, Salim said the resort will be “a space where people can come together and gather as a global hub”.
“0G Resort will cost a minimum of $1 billion depending on the location and size of land secured. I also have the best team of consultants who have submitted a proposal for a theme park, which if added will require a bigger plot,” she added.
Global hub for space tourists and astronauts
“These are individuals who build resorts for Disney and Universal Studios and are really excited about 0G Resort.”
Canadian architectural design and intellectual property (IP) licensor Moon World Resorts is also planning a $5bn space tourism experience and destination resort in Dubai. Moon Dubai will have a lunar surface as part of an Earth-based space tourism experience.
The global space economy reached a total revenue of $384bn in 2022.
