Lawrenson - Cruising South Pacfic in Photos

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Title: Cruising South Pacific in Photos Author: Brian Lawrenson, owns the copyright to this eBook. 2013 Brian Lawrenson. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form whatsoever, by photography, or xerography or by any other means, by broadcast or transmission, by translation into any language, nor by recording electronically or otherwise, without the permission in writing from the author, except by a reviewer, who may quote brief passages in critical articles or reviews. The photos that appear in this edition are the copyright material of Brian Lawrenson or www.bigstockphoto.com. They may not be copied, sold or reproduced. Kindle Photo Edition ISBN: 978-1-921814-71-6 Published: December 2013 Published and distributed by Amazon Digital Publishing
Cruising South Pacific in Photos The islands of the South Pacific conjure up dreams of romantic charm and escape from the pressures of modern life.

Temptation came in the form of a 14 day cruise called Pacific Treasures. Wed experienced the really; wed been there before and we knew just how it felt to be sitting under a coconut tree, fanned by just perfect ocean breezes, listening to the gentle sea swells as they came rushing onto a perfect talcum powdered sandy beach. The oceans is coloured royal blue further out and turquoise just before the surf-line. Below thousands of tiny tropical fish switch on the electric displays of colours that make a Dulux paint chart look rather bland. Some carry the sign: Hey, welcome to our world! This is the photo story of a cruise aboard the Holland America Lines MS Oosterdam. It departed Sydney, Australia on 24 th November, 2013 and returned on December 8 th .

The destinations included stop-overs in the South Pacific countries of New Caledonia, Fiji and Vanuatu. There were 6 sea days and 5 days spent on some of the most delightful islands of the Pacific and port days in Noumea, Lautoka and Port Vila. I was travelling with my partner and travelling companion, Jill. This was our 13 th cruise and our fourth cruise amongst the Pacific islands. As the previous Pacific cruises took place between 2003 and 2007, we were keen to get an update of these exciting destinations. We joined the cruise at the last minute as our friends and social club members were making up a travel group and had managed to negotiate a good deal for the group.

Wed found from experience that travelling with a group can add an additional layer of fun and enjoyment to the cruise. There were 34 members of the Probus Club of Breakfast Point in our party. Breakfast Point is a residential community located on a picturesque 53 acres on the Parramatta River some 30 minutes ferry ride from downtown Sydney. DAY 1 SYDNEY AUSTRALIA SUNDAY 24 th November Noon. Weather: Gentle breeze, Sunny/Light Cloud cover 23 o /73 o F Cruising down Sydney Harbour under the Harbour Bridge
Bridgeclimbers on Sydney Harbour Bridge Sunset cruise out of Sydney
DAY 2 At Sea MONDAY 25 th November Noon. 22 o /72 o F. A world under the Sea Above: Map of the Islands. Oosterdam Lido Deck
DAY 3 At Sea TUESDAY 26 th November Noon. Oosterdam Lido Deck
DAY 3 At Sea TUESDAY 26 th November Noon.

Weather: Gentle breeze, Cloudy Skies. 25 o /77 o F. Oosterdam docked in Port Vila
Above: Solarium with roof open, islands behind Oosterdam Singers
DAY 4 NOUMEA, NEW CALEDONIA WEDNESDAY 27 th November Noon. Weather: Gentle Breeze, Sunny/Light Cloud cover. 26 o /79 o F. Noumea Anse Vata Beach
Big guns Le Ouen Tora Hill The Nickel Works near Noumea
DAY 5 EASO, LIFOU, NEW CALEDONIA THURSDAY 28 th November Noon.

Weather: Moderate Breeze, Sunny/Light cloud cover, 26 o /79 o F. Lifou Snorkelling at Baie de Jinek
Lifou Beach near We Lifou Grass huts near We
DAY 6 At Sea FRIDAY 29 th November Noon. Weather: Strong breez e, overcast skies, 26 o /79 o F Lifou. Trees with butterflies
Lifou Welcome Committee Lifou Locals enjoying the celebrations
DAY 7 LAUTOKA, FIJI SATURDAY 30 th November Noon. Weather: Gentle breeze, Sunny/light cloud cover. Lautoka Woman in Market
Lautoka more Market scenes Lautoka Fruits on display
DAY 8 DRAVUNI ISLAND, FUJI SUNDAY 1 st December Noon. Lautoka Woman in Market