“I was weightless. The pod had taken flight…”
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The journey began with a quiet drive, escaping the Arctic Circle to witness the glorious sunrise over the highway tundra. As I approached Fairbanks, the bustling city seemed hungry for inhabitants, constantly expanding and evolving. The cityscape was filled with construction cranes and busy workers, a stark contrast to the serene Keber Creek that I called home.
Upon reaching the pod station, a futuristic domed structure, I was greeted by a diverse group of travelers awaiting their turn to board the circuit vessels that orbited the Earth. These vessels, operated by the Circumglobal Westward Circuit Group, offered a unique mode of transportation that fascinated me to no end. With a day pass generously gifted by Victor Bickle, I was granted access to explore various destinations across the globe.
Stepping into the pod, I was met with a surreal experience. The cabin was small, with no seats but equipped with barf bags. The walls displayed promotional videos of travelers arriving at different cities, creating a sense of excitement and anticipation. As the pod began to ascend, I felt weightless, a sensation unlike anything I had ever experienced before.
Despite my initial fear and confusion, the pod’s journey was mesmerizing. The holographic display welcomed me to a world of endless possibilities as we soared through the sky towards our destination. The entire experience was both exhilarating and surreal, leaving me in awe of the technological marvel that was circuit travel.
Join us in exploring the captivating world of circuit travel in Alex Foster’s latest book, Circular Motion, now available from Grove Press.
