ORIANA in Madeira

Today once again ORIANA and her passengers are enjoying a call in Funchal, Madeira the second port of call on her current Atlantic Island cruise she arrived early this morning from the Portuguese capital Lisbon.

As mentioned previously ORIANA shares a long history with Madeira from her Maiden arrival in April 1995 which saw her treated as an honoured guest with people turining to welcome her in small boats and many more of all ages to see the great ship sail the following day undoubtedly a event which left an impression on those who watched.
More information can be found about the call here
Over the years ORIANA has also been present on many occasions for New Year's Eve to witness Madeira's award winning fireworks display a P&O tradition which started with ORIANA's predecessor CANBERRA in the 1980's.
Presently ORIANA's last New Years call was 2010.

  Oriana arrives in Funchal 31st December 2010

Also it can be noted that ORIANA holds the record for the largest ship to have visited Madeira's neighbouring Island Porto Santo.

Photo Copyright : João Abreu