“Step Back In Time: Uncovering the Titanic and a Medieval Treasure Trove!”
This news article discusses the discovery of rare footage of the Titanic and a treasure trove of medieval artifacts. The footage was discovered in the National Geographic archives and is believed to be the oldest existing footage of the Titanic. The footage was filmed by a British explorer in 1912, just one year before the Titanic sank. The footage shows the ship at the dock in Belfast and includes views of the Titanic’s deck and passengers.
The article also discusses the discovery of a treasure trove of medieval artifacts in the city of York, England. The trove includes coins, jewelry, and other artifacts that date back to the 11th century. The artifacts were found during an excavation of a previously unknown medieval site. The artifacts are believed to be from a wealthy family’s home and could provide insight into the lives of people in the medieval period.
Overall, this news article discusses two fascinating discoveries that provide insight into the history of the Titanic and the medieval period. The footage of the Titanic is the oldest existing footage of the ship and provides a unique view of the famous vessel. The trove of medieval artifacts could help historians learn more about the lives of people in the medieval period.
“Explore History with Us: Uncover Rare Titanic Footage and a Medieval Treasure Trove!”
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(CNN) This week in our travel roundup: new images of the Titanic revealed for the first time, medieval treasure found on the streets of Amsterdam and the Air New Zealand flight that made a 16-hour round trip from Auckland to Auckland.
Which is below the
Video material showing the wreck of the Titanic just months after its discovery in 1985 was released for the first time. The 80-minute film, unveiled to coincide with the 25th anniversary of James Cameron’s blockbuster film about the disaster, was captured two miles (3.2 kilometers) below the ocean’s surface and features the famous section of ship’s bow, deck and equipment, as well as images of the interior.
Elsewhere in the deep, a photo of a river dolphin poking its beak above the water at dusk has just been named the winning image in Underwater Photographer of the Year competition.
From ocean depths to sunken tunnels: Amsterdam’s Rokin station contains an impressive underground archaeological museum that showcases underground discoveries made during the 15-year construction of the city’s north-south line. The train tunnels revealed a medieval treasure.
Finally, sewer repair workers in Italy recently discovered an ancient Roman statue of an emperor dressed as Hercules, believed to date back to the 3rd century AD. See the video of the big boy here.
Trouble in the sky
The US Federal Aviation Administration is set to conduct a sweep safety review after a number of recent incidents including technical collisions and near misses.
News broke this week that a United Airlines Boeing 777 made a scary dive to the ocean shortly after takeoff in Hawaii in December. The incident is to be investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board.
Federal safety investigators are also investigating a runway near miss at Honolulu Airport on Jan. 23, third runway closing call at US airports in less than a month, which includes a near-collision at John F. Kennedy International Airport on January 13.
JFK was the scene of more disruption on February 16, when the international terminal was forced to close due to a up to date. Passengers on a flight to New York from New Zealand spent more than 16 hours of flight and they even made it back to Auckland after their flight was turned around from JFK.
Railway romance
An abandoned train station in the Spanish Pyrenees with a wartime past that includes arrests, espionage and gold trafficking has opened as a spectacular new hotel, adjacent to one of Spain’s oldest ski resorts. Take a look inside Canfranc train station.
And in Thailand, a new resort designed by hotelier Bill Bensley celebrates the country’s railway history. The InterContinental Khao Yai it consists of over 65 apartments and villas, including a number of recycled Thai train carriages.
If you’re thinking of taking your next holiday by train, our guide to the most in Europe underrated scenic railways it might be helpful. And if you’re aiming even further, take inspiration from Rick Turner and Adam Longbottom, who traveled from Europe to Brazil. without ever taking a flight.
Three couples who found love in unusual places
Fate brought these couples together on o Pan Am Flight over the Atlanticin the The Himalayas of Nepal and on a Greyhound Bus in California. Watch the video above to hear their stories of incredible real-life chance encounters and read more from the series here.
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Most resorts are now trying to reduce their impact on the environment with a number of green initiatives. Here’s our pick the best resorts for eco-conscious skiers from Finland to France to Canada and the United States.
And if you need ski gear for a trip to the slopes, our partners at CNN Underscored, a CNN-owned product review and recommendation guide, have created this guide for everything you needincluding thermal layers, goggles, helmets and more.
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Editor’s note: (Sign up for Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter. Get news about destination openings, inspiration for future adventures, plus the latest in aviation, food and drink, where to stay and other travel developments.)
(CNN) This week in our travel roundup: new images of the Titanic revealed for the first time, medieval treasure found on the streets of Amsterdam and the Air New Zealand flight that made a 16-hour round trip from Auckland to Auckland.
Which is below the
Video material showing the wreck of the Titanic just months after its discovery in 1985 was released for the first time. The 80-minute film, unveiled to coincide with the 25th anniversary of James Cameron’s blockbuster film about the disaster, was captured two miles (3.2 kilometers) below the ocean’s surface and features the famous section of ship’s bow, deck and equipment, as well as images of the interior.
Elsewhere in the deep, a photo of a river dolphin poking its beak above the water at dusk has just been named the winning image in Underwater Photographer of the Year competition.
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From ocean depths to sunken tunnels: Amsterdam’s Rokin station contains an impressive underground archaeological museum that showcases underground discoveries made during the 15-year construction of the city’s north-south line. The train tunnels revealed a medieval treasure.
Finally, sewer repair workers in Italy recently discovered an ancient Roman statue of an emperor dressed as Hercules, believed to date back to the 3rd century AD. See the video of the big boy here.
Trouble in the sky
The US Federal Aviation Administration is set to conduct a sweep safety review after a number of recent incidents including technical collisions and near misses.
News broke this week that a United Airlines Boeing 777 made a scary dive to the ocean shortly after takeoff in Hawaii in December. The incident is to be investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board.
Federal safety investigators are also investigating a runway near miss at Honolulu Airport on Jan. 23, third runway closing call at US airports in less than a month, which includes a near-collision at John F. Kennedy International Airport on January 13.
JFK was the scene of more disruption on February 16, when the international terminal was forced to close due to a up to date. Passengers on a flight to New York from New Zealand spent more than 16 hours of flight and they even made it back to Auckland after their flight was turned around from JFK.
Railway romance
An abandoned train station in the Spanish Pyrenees with a wartime past that includes arrests, espionage and gold trafficking has opened as a spectacular new hotel, adjacent to one of Spain’s oldest ski resorts. Take a look inside Canfranc train station.
And in Thailand, a new resort designed by hotelier Bill Bensley celebrates the country’s railway history. The InterContinental Khao Yai it consists of over 65 apartments and villas, including a number of recycled Thai train carriages.
If you’re thinking of taking your next holiday by train, our guide to the most in Europe underrated scenic railways it might be helpful. And if you’re aiming even further, take inspiration from Rick Turner and Adam Longbottom, who traveled from Europe to Brazil. without ever taking a flight.
Three couples who found love in unusual places
Fate brought these couples together on o Pan Am Flight over the Atlanticin the The Himalayas of Nepal and on a Greyhound Bus in California. Watch the video above to hear their stories of incredible real-life chance encounters and read more from the series here.
In case you missed this
How the pandemic killed 64 airlines.
Dozens of airlines have gone bankrupt since 2020 — some more than once.
A photographic exploration of New Mexico abandoned places.
From empty churches to deserted mansions.
This small Japanese town is a vintage slot machine paradise.
Sagamihara has about 70 workers food vending machines from the Showa era (1926–1989).
We keep our slopes white with snow
The climate crisis strongly affects winter leisure activities. The the largest outdoor ice rink in the world faces the possibility of a completely closed season because there is not enough ice and some ski resorts they found their season narrowing.
Most resorts are now trying to reduce their impact on the environment with a number of green initiatives. Here’s our pick the best resorts for eco-conscious skiers from Finland to France to Canada and the United States.
And if you need ski gear for a trip to the slopes, our partners at CNN Underscored, a CNN-owned product review and recommendation guide, have created this guide for everything you needincluding thermal layers, goggles, helmets and more.
