sábado, 2 de junho de 2012

ORIANA in the Azores archipelago

ORIANA arrives in Ponta Delgada. 31th May 2012
In the course of her new Atlantic isles cruises, ORIANA visited in the past days the Azores archipelago. Coming from her home port she first called in the capital, Ponta Delgada island of São Miguel, where she's already a regular sight.
ORIANA berthed at "Portas do Mar" in Ponta Delgada
On the following day she was welcomed in Horta, Faial island, located more to the northwest of the archipelago. It's marina is very well knowned for yachts and other craft taking advantage of the priviliged position of the island in the North Atlantic for refueling and rest.
ORIANA anchored in Horta. 1st June 2012
Due to her large size, ORIANA had to anchor in Horta and proceed the disembark of passengers by tender, but not even this prevented them of having a nice call surrounded by the handsome green landscapes that the Azores have to offer.
She set sail late in the afternoon inbound Madeira.
Inbound Funchal, Madeira
Photo Achievment: Azores Cruise Club; António Simas, Carlos Carvalho and Miguel Nóia.

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