A BILLIONAIRE has revived hopes for Titanic II with plans for a £500 million replica of the sunken ship.
The new version is set to have the same interiors and cabin layout as the original vessel and come complete with a ballroom, swimming pool and Turkish baths.
Plans have been revived to design a £500m replica of the TitanicCredit: Facebook/BlueStarLine
The Titanic II will have the same interiors and cabin layout as the original vesselCredit: Facebook/BlueStarLine
There will even be a communal dining room with long tables to replicate the experience from 1912Credit: Facebook/BlueStarLine
The project will be spearheaded by Australian mining magnate Clive Palmer, who vowed the ship will be “far, far superior than the original”.
But just like the original, the maiden voyage will be from Southampton to New York – and is set for June, 2027.
Plans were first launched by the billionaire through his shipping company, Blue Star Line, in 2012, before a second attempt in 2018 was scuppered by Covid.
But he’s now set on recreating the famous ship and making it as every bit as luxurious as the original.
Palmer’s idea to take a step back in time will see ship guests encouraged to dress for the 1900s.
Just like on the original ship, there will be ticket options for first class, second class and third class passengers.
Of the 835 cabins, almost half will be reserved for first class passengers.
While formal dining will be available, third class passengers will be treated to stew and mash at long tables in a communal dining room just like they would have been on the original boat.
Speaking on his decision to revive plans for the major project, Palmer told 9News: “It’s a lot more fun to do the Titanic than it is to sit at home and count my money.”
Extra safety measures and better preparation can be expected to ensure there will be no repeat of the original disaster.
On April 15, 1912, the Titanic struck an iceberg in the Atlantic and sank during its journey from Southampton to New York, killing an estimated 1,500 passengers and crew.
The tragedy inspired James Cameron’s Oscar-winning 1997 blockbuster Titanic, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet.
Palmer has used Jack and Rose’s love story as inspiration to bring the Titanic back to life, as it “touched the hearts of everybody”.
“Titanic II is something that can provide peace,” he added. “It can be a ship of peace between all countries of the world.”Billionaire mining magnate Clive Palmer made the announcement in Sydney, Australia, this weekCredit: EPA
First class passengers will have the option of a more formal dining experienceCredit: YouTube/9 News Australia
Ship guests will be encouraged to dress for the 1900sCredit: YouTube/9 News AustraliaTurkish baths will also be built in to Titanic IICredit: YouTube/9 News AustraliaThe original Titanic after setting sail from Southampton in 1912Credit: APThe wreckage now lies at the bottom of the North Atlantic OceanCredit: RMS Titanic
News
The Western That Allows Jodie Foster to Release Her Inner Screwball Comedian
Westerns are making quite the comeback, and people of all ages certainly enjoy the older ones, from classics like True Grit to more modern hits like 3:10 to Yuma. Maverick, though, is one of those Westerns that works absolutely perfectly, as its comedic timing is…
Why Didn’t Jodie Foster Star in the ‘Hannibal’ Movie?
When Sir Anthony Hopkins returned to the role of Dr. Hannibal Lecter 10 years after The Silence of the Lambs accomplished an actual cultural reset by winning every major Academy Award (rare indeed for the horror genre), he did so without Jodie Foster, his original…
‘True Detective: Night Country’ Borrows From ‘The Thing’ to up Its Horror and Paranoia
True Detective is one of the most groundbreaking works of filmmaking, as it proved that television was not a “lesser” medium when compared to cinema. While this may in part be because the series frequently casts major film stars in its leading…
Justin Bieber teases potential music in cryptic post
Justin Bieber teases potential music in cryptic post Justin Bieber might be working on new music and Hailey Bieber is there to support her The two-time Grammy winning artist took to his official instagram account on Sunday, October 20 to share some…
Jodie Foster’s Favorite Movie Is A Controversial Comedy That’s Celebrating Its 20th Anniversary Read More: https://www.slashfilm.com/1689954/jodie-foster-favorite-movie-controversial-comedy/
Jodie Foster’s career has been famously wild. As a child, she appeared in lightweight Disney films like “Napoleon and Samantha” and “Freaky Friday,” while also taking the world by surprise playing an underage sex worker in Martin Scorsese’s “Taxi…
Jodie Foster on Her Crush on Robert Redford and How Sting is Perfect
Jodie Foster, a renowned actress and director, recently opened up in an interview with W Magazine about her early start in the entertainment industry, her passion for directing, and her celebrity crushes. A Star is Born: Jodie’s Early Career Jodie…
End of content
No more pages to load