Table 1

Measurement scales

Novelty seekingNS1Space tourism service is novel and original to meChang (2017)
Yuan and Hong (2022)
Kim and Kim (2015) 
NS2I am excited about the prospect of experiencing something completely new, like space tourism
NS3I seek out novel activities, such as space travel, to satisfy my curiosity
NS4I prefer travel experiences that are different from my usual routine, such as visiting outer space
NS5Innovative technologies, like virtual reality, enhance my interest in space tourism
Sensation seekingSS1I feel a strong urge to explore the unknownLepp and Gibson (2008)
Kiatkawsin et al. (2021) 
SS2I would love to explore strange and exciting places
SS3I like to do frightening things
SS4I am enthusiasm about the idea of traveling to space
SS5I often seek out experiences that provide a thrill or excitement
Adventure seekingAS1I have a strong interest in. the possibilities of space explorationCohen (2017)
Launius (2000)
Pomfret (2021) 
AS2The growing trend of adventure tourism influences me to travel to space
AS3For me, it would be an exciting adventure to experience space tourism
AS4The opportunity to explore space strongly appeals to my adventurous spirit
Space tourism IntentionSTI1I am excited about the possibility of traveling to spaceCongden et al. (2024)
Giachino et al. (2023)
Zhang (2024) 
STI2I am willing to pay a premium price for a space tourism experience
STI3I will participate in space tourism in the next five years
STI4I’m interested in making future plans to travel into space
STI5I am ready to take all necessary steps to make space tourism a reality for me
Perceived riskPR1I believe that participating in space tourism poses significant health risksManci (2022)
Kim et al. (2023) 
PR2I feel anxious about the uncertainties involved in space tourism
PR3I worry about how my peers will perceive my decision to go on a space trip
PR4I doubt that space tourism companies will ensure a safe and reliable experience
Space tourism attitudeSTA1As a tourism destination, I think space travel would be enjoyableKiatkawsin et al. (2021) 
STA2All things considered, I think space travel would be positive
STA3As a tourism destination, I think space travel would be pleasant
STA4All things considered, I think space travel would be favorable
STA5I think participating in space tourism is a positive behavior
Environmental concernEC1I am aware of the potential environmental impacts of space tourismKim et al. (2024b)
Thiruchelvi (2024) 
EC2Sustainability is a crucial factor in my decision to participate in space tourism
EC3I feel personally responsible for the environmental consequences of space tourism
EC4I support regulations that aim to minimize the environmental impact of space tourism
EC5My environmental concerns significantly influence my travel decisions regarding space tourism

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