<h5>Who has revealed plans to launch Titanic II?</h5><p>Have you ever heard of the Titanic? It is one of the most famous ships in history that sailed more than a hundred years ago. Sadly, it hit an iceberg and sank during its maiden voyage in 1912. The ship carried around 2,200 passengers, but only around 700 individuals on board survived. The tragedy also inspired a popular Hollywood film.</p><p>Now, more than a century after the Titanic's maiden voyage, an Australian billionaire has disclosed plans to build and launch the Titanic II, a replica of the original Titanic. Clive Palmer, an Australian mining billionaire, first announced his plans in 2012 and again in 2018. Recently, he revived interest in this project at an event at the Sydney Opera House.</p><p>The billionaire said his company, Blue Star Line, plans to build the Titanic II and set sail in June 2027. This ship will follow the original Titanic’s route from Southampton, England, to New York, USA, in its maiden voyage.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/billionaire-plans-to-launch-titanic-ii%2FTitanic%20dining.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=5f31372f-38d9-4c1a-9d09-7b58dc735c66"><figcaption>Computer-generated image of what the third-class dining room of Titanic II will look like. Photo by CNN.</figcaption></figure><h5>Can you tell me more about Titanic II?</h5><div class="raw-html-embed"><figure> <iframe width="100%" height="350" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/QhRPvYbNDNE" title="Titanic II - Technical Specifications Update" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><figcaption>Video showing how the Titanic II will look. Video by United Australia Party.</figcaption></figure></div><p>The ship is expected to cost between $500 million and $1 billion. It will also have the same class division (first, second, and third class) as the original Titanic, giving passengers an authentic Titanic experience. However, Palmer also said that Titanic II would be superior to the original.</p><p>For example, to make the experience authentic, the third-class passengers will be served stew and mash just as they were on the original Titanic. However, other dishes will be offered to those who wish to have a less realistic experience. Passengers would also be asked to dress as if it were the 1900s, but it is not mandatory. Cool, right?</p><p>The ship will have nine decks and accommodate 2,345 passengers in 835 cabins. Almost half of the accommodations will be for first-class guests. Inside, it will resemble the old Titanic, with a grand staircase, lavish dining rooms, and decorations representing that era. People stepping into the Titanic II will feel as if they have been teleported to another era.</p><p>The ship will also have elements that allow passengers to experience the early twentieth century while enjoying modern amenities. These plans for Titanic II sound exciting. However, the announcement has created controversy.</p><h5>What controversy has been created due to the announcement?</h5><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/billionaire-plans-to-launch-titanic-ii%2FTitanic%20staircase.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=3e4217a4-1b35-42f3-a098-b978005c65f7"><figcaption>Computer-generated image of Titanic II’s staircase. Photo by CNN.</figcaption></figure><p>The Titanic II project has caused a worldwide debate about the morality of reconstructing a ship linked to a horrific loss of life. Some consider it a fitting tribute to the original Titanic, but others think that creating a replica of the ship is disrespectful.</p><p>So, what are your opinions on this? Would you be interested in travelling on the Titanic II? Tell us in the comments.</p>

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