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An orbital space hotel concept is proposed as one of the commercial space program in the near future. By the beginning of the 21st. century, 2 civilians have visited the International Space Station (ISS) now under construction in the low earth orbit. Some adventure travel promoters disclosed their sub-orbital space travel plans using a high speed and high altitude airplane however, these programs are still under examination. This space hotel concept is prepared to make real space travel developed in the short period, composed by existing space systems including ISS and Russian space transportation systems. Habitation module used for the hotel will be attached to he ISS and has interior fitting to enjoy sight seeing of the earth and gravity-free environment. The hotel interior is designed to make guests feel comfortable making it roomy and flexible in their own use. The facility is also applicable for a studio such as film making and broadcasting. The future hotel concept is also introduced.
