The thrilling new Underwater Adventure kicks off on September 4, to uncover the hidden mysteries of the Maldives. Comprised of 99% ocean and only 1% land, this tiny South Asian island nation has plenty to conceal. Meanwhile, in Canada, there's talk of introducing a mind-blowing 1,000 km/h Vacuum Train! The manufacturer is optimistic, hoping to get the FluxJet in action by 2035.
However, it seems that Canada's proposed Vacuum Train, which can reach breakneck speeds of 1,000 km/h, still remains a dream, with no solid evidence to support its imminent introduction. [1][3][4]
On the other hand, the Maldives provides a spectacular view with their underwater scenery. In the island nation's capital, poor tourism officials seethe over the resumption of whale hunting this summer, after a four-year hiatus. The whaling season ends this month and may very well be the last in Iceland.
Elsewhere in the travel world, designs for a volcano-inspired superyacht and a futuristic floating house have been unveiled. But for Jim from Nebraska, an overturned pumpkin becomes the highlight of his boat ride on the Missouri River as he paddles for 38 miles.
In cruise news, Disney Cruise Line has scrapped the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for children under 12, and Cunard is among several cruise lines relaxing COVID rules.
AIR NEWS
Two Air France pilot suspensions follow reports of a cockpit brawl, and a Southwest Airlines flight was disrupted when a passenger threw naked photos at other passengers. Complaints from U.S. air travelers about delays, lost bags, and damages have skyrocketed by 270% since pre-pandemic times. Our guide explains what to do if your luggage is delayed, lost, or damaged.
Last August, a White-headed Eagle left passengers at Charlotte, North Carolina's airport in awe as it breezed past security controls. The 11-year-old Vizsla-Labrador mix named Eebbers won the Transportation Security Administration's sweetest dog contest. Check it out !
Animals on the Rise
The Cincinnati Zoo welcomes new Flusspferdbaby named Fritz, and the English Paradise Wildlife Park greets a Red Panda cub that is critically endangered.
At the Fort Worth Zoo, an elephant calf enjoys splashing around with soap bubbles – – and San Diego penguins wear specially-designed orthopedic shoes to help them walk and reduce symptoms of a non-curable degenerative foot condition.
Unfortunately, Asia's largest bird park is to close after over 50 years of housing our feathered friends. Last month, Indonesian tourism workers staged a strike over an enormous hike in entry fees for the famous Komodo dragons, with the entrance price now set at $250.
Lastly, the Zoo in Chiang Mai, Thailand, prepared for an animal escape drill by having a staff member dance around in a giant Ostrich costume.
Create a Track
Kanada könnte einen 1,000 km/h Vakuumröhrenzug haben. Der Hersteller hofft, dass der FluxJet bis 2035 im Einsatz sein wird. Hongkongs beliebte Peak Tram wurde nach mehr als einem Jahr Schließung in einem neuen Look wiedereröffnet.
Tragically, Deutschland's summer offer of unlimited regional travel for €9/month comes to an end on August 31. A huge success, for many, it was the key to exploring their own country.
And on a brighter note, Germans who've lost loved ones can still find comfort on the rails by heading to Hamburg to visit the largest model aircraft and railway museum in the world, open all year round.
European Mountain City
And so begins a thrilling new adventure to explore and uncover secrets in the Maldives, lying 99% underwater and just 1% on land. Meanwhile, a 1,000 km/h Vacuum Train is just a dream, as there's little evidence to suggest its imminent introduction. [1][3][4]
While this is disappointing to jet-setters and train enthusiasts, there's still plenty of excitement to be had as investors pour money into hyperloop technology and maglev trains, similar to China's current 430 km/h Jiaotong High-Speed Train. The future of travel is wide open!
