Let go forward, let go aft and Arcadia is on her way 'reversing' out of port - obviously!Hello Again,
Just to bring the Auckland blogs to a close here are some shots of Arcadia's sail out.
The Port Authority showed us spectacular plan which have been drawn up for a new Cruise Terminal Building to replace the old shed which you can see here on the left of the picture. If the Government gives the go ahead for the funding, it will have a walk way direct from the terminal to Queen Street. Let's hope is does get the green light. Cruising is a fast growing market in this part of the world.
A warm evening on deck as Arcadia sails out of Auckland Harbour.
Leaning on the ship's rail as she sails out is always a good time to ponder one's thoughts.
The City of Auckland and surrounding is a large area.
What open skies you see in the Southern Hemisphere. The sunsets are not as orange as in the West - more like a mink colour............
What a memorable day we enjoyed in Auckland the first of our New Zealand ports of call. Since then we have been to Christchurch and Dunedin. The weather in these ports has been stunning - simply the best with sunshine all the way so I look forward to posting more in the days ahead. There is one thing for sure and that is that our passengers love New Zealand and all want to come back to see more.
Bye for now,
James.
I shall return one day.
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6 comments:
Hi James,
Beautiful photo's once again, i expect while i am writing this the diners on first sitting are enjoying their lovely meal. It is so nice to observe the webcam at a reasonable time of of the day. Just checked the webcam the sea looks good, have a great passage across the Tasman.
Looking forward to the next installment to come.
Hi Ros,
I reckon most people have a fear of heights, perhaps except for young teenagers, mine were quite happy to pose while sitting on the edge of the sky walk,or have a photo taken while balancing on one leg.NOT for me though!
regards to all on Arcadia
Geoff Witts Perth
Hi James
Pictures looked fantastic. Spoke to my parents last night who are on board they were raving about New Zealand had were planning to go on a train. Can't wait to see the pictures of Syndey. Just two weeks until we visit you in Hong Kong.
Diane
Fabulous photos. I can now say that Arcadia has turned round and is on her way to collect me in HK.
Sharon L
Wonderful pics again James.
Yes agree with Sharon, once ou get to Sydney, I'll really feel you're on your way for us in HK.
I do envy you calling at Sydney - I wish we hadn't had to cancel that part - but it was the right thing to do I'm sure.
Calm seas!
Gillscu
Hi James. It's been really great to follow the Arcadia's journey todate and have truley enjoyed reading your blog. My Partner and I will be joining you in Sydney in a few days time and we are really looking forward to the journey home to Southampton with you all. Having just spent the last 2 months in New Zealand & Australia your photo's of NZ have brought back some very happy memories, although you appear to have had better weather than us. Bye for now, safe trip accross the Tasman Sea.
Anthony & Ian
Hi, Our friends Viv & Colin are on board now and we are following your blog avidly. We are SO jealous. I hope the good weather keeps up. Love looking at the photographs, brings back memories.
Enjoy!!!
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