Wombat Wandering Buddy
Australia seeks aid: Assistance required for taking care of adorable wombat population
One of Australia's adorable native animals, the wombat, drops cubical poop. They are searchings for a new companion to take them for strolls or rather waddles. East Coast Natureworld in Tasmania, Australia, is hiring a "wombat walker" who will help keep these fluffy marsupials in excellent shape. Duties include motivating the wombats with pep talks and offering snacks if they seem hungry.
Fancy something paranormal? Tasmania is also seeking a volunteer ghost hunter to investigate a spooky abandoned asylum for a day or night.
The End of Bargain Travel?
Previously, one could find affordable deals while traveling in the off-season. For instance, Italy was cheaper in autumn, while Hong Kong was more affordable during the scorching summer months.
However, climate change has altered our travel patterns, dismantling many of the old guidelines about visiting optimal times for the world's famous destinations.
Consider Greece, traditionally frequented in the summer for its stunning beaches. This year, excessive heatwaves have forced the closure of some popular attractions during intense weather periods, and tourists have faced tragedies like deaths or disappearances while exploring the outdoors on extremely hot days.
Now, tourists are opting for Norway and Sweden in the summer and booking flights for Greece during the cooler fall and spring.
The flexibility offered by digital nomads, remote workers, and others has also contributed to the disappearance of the off-season.
This eventually raises a significant question: Does the off-season truly exist anymore?
TikTok-tastic Treats
$20 might seem a lot for a chocolate bar, but not in Dubai, where Fix Dessert Chocolatier has manufactured jumbo chocolate bars filled with delights like pistachios, custard, cookies, breakfast cereal, and other delectable additions, many including Middle Eastern flavors.
Due to a popular TikTok review, the company's goods are selling like hotcakes. CNN managed to sneak a peek at Fix's kitchen thanks to company founder Sarah Hamouda, whose business inspirations were the desserts she created to satisfy her pregnancy cravings.
However, there's a small catch – Fix (standing for "Freaking Incredible eXperience") doesn't have an online retail presence, so you'll have to make a trip to Dubai to indulge in the treats firsthand.
Air Streams
Dealing with plane delays is common, but New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon isn't a typical traveler. When his official government plane had a technical issue on a trip to a trade summit in Japan, he hopped on a rerouted plane from Air New Zealand – where he had previously served as the CEO for seven years before venturing into politics.
Luxon wasn't the only passenger facing aviation issues this week. A group trapped on board a Qatar Airways flight from Athens to Doha were stranded for hours inside a grounded plane, which they allege lacked air-conditioning as temperatures soared above 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32 Celsius) outside.
Meanwhile, a Virgin Australia plane experienced loud noises followed by an engine catching fire. After the safe landing of the plane, the airline attributed the incident to a bird strike, which is when a bird collides with an aircraft.
To help you stay peaceful during your next flight, our friends at CNN Underscored suggest these noise-canceling earplugs that can block unwanted sounds and help you cope with air pressure changes.
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In light of changing travel patterns due to climate change, tourists are now visiting Norway and Sweden during the summer instead of Greece during intense weather periods. This shift can make it harder to find the off-season bargains that used to be available in Greece during less popular seasons.
With Australia seeking aid to manage its adorable wombat population, job opportunities like the "wombat walker" position at East Coast Natureworld in Tasmania offer a unique travel experience. The "wombat walker" will aid in keeping these marsupials healthy and active through daily walks and snack times, providing a memorable encounter with these native Australian animals.
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