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A spirit of exploration has driven people throughout history. Looking beyond the next horizon and discovering new frontiers is what humans do.
It is why the moon beckons with such inquisitive pull! Like the vastness of the oceans and frontiers of yesteryear, the stunning immensity of the unexplored cosmos cannot be ignored.
So KSL welcomes the recent announcement of NASA to return to the moon by 2020, and establish a permanent base there by 2024. The ambitious plan calls for human stays on the lunar surface of up to 180 days. And beyond the moon is Mars.
We can only imagine what wonderful discoveries will come as preparations proceed and a host of scientists intensely study technologies that are yet to be revealed. They'll be developed with a lunar presence in mind, but their earthy applications will surely affect us as much as Velcro and the myriad of other space age products that are now so integral to our modern lives.
Some will argue the cost is too high and that other pressing earthbound needs should get priority attention. In KSL's view, though, the cost of not reaching for the stars when the journey is possible is even higher. Indeed, such a bold adventure should not be timidly set aside for future generations.
