One of the most exciting experiences to be had on board ORIANA is departing from her home port of Southampton.
After the excitement of boarding ORIANA earlier in the day and settling in on board, the highlight is sailing time which is normally 4:30 to 5pm
After the SOLAS requirement of lifeboat drill announced by the captain , passengers will then head towards the open deck space of the Sun and Promenade Decks in preparation for departure.
In fine British tradition a sail away band plays on the dockside and champagne is served as the final ropes are released.
Finally with all ready ORIANA signals her departure with a blast on her horn.
Below are some photos from ORIANA's departure on 20th July 2008.
Where she passed fleetmate ARTEMIS and Cunard's QUEEN ELIZABETH 2 in her last months of service.
After the excitement of boarding ORIANA earlier in the day and settling in on board, the highlight is sailing time which is normally 4:30 to 5pm
After the SOLAS requirement of lifeboat drill announced by the captain , passengers will then head towards the open deck space of the Sun and Promenade Decks in preparation for departure.
In fine British tradition a sail away band plays on the dockside and champagne is served as the final ropes are released.
Finally with all ready ORIANA signals her departure with a blast on her horn.
Below are some photos from ORIANA's departure on 20th July 2008.
Where she passed fleetmate ARTEMIS and Cunard's QUEEN ELIZABETH 2 in her last months of service.
Passengers assemble and drinks are served
Union Flags wave as ORIANA thrusts off the berth
The sail away band wave goodbye. 
ARTEMIS 
ORIANA seen from QE2
QE2 departsPhoto copyrights: Steve Martin & Flickr.com
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