Some people are closer to getting a trip to Mars
Posted: May 18, 2014 1:36 AM EST | Updated: Nov 6, 2014 1:59 AM EST
Netherlands --- A few people are a bit closer to getting a trip that is "out of this world."
There are 705 people that are on their way to the second round of those chosen to colonize Mars.
The Mars One organization is planning to send four people there in the year 2024.
About 200,000 people originally applied for the trip.
Now the Mars One selection committee will question the remaining applicants before making a final decision.