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Topic: NORWAY is Leaving!

M3MAN2K1
First Class Passenger
Member # 2102

posted 06-27-2003 08:12 AM

Check out the cam, she is leaving as we speak! (8.16)Web Cam

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joe at travelpage
Administrator
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posted 06-27-2003 08:15 AM

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M3MAN2K1
First Class Passenger
Member # 2102

posted 06-27-2003 08:19 AM

Thanks Joe, I could never figure out how to do that!

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moodus2
First Class Passenger
Member # 2414

posted 06-27-2003 09:42 AM

ncl is having the ss norway towed to a port unknown.
they have not lined up a contractor to repair the norway
as she is being towed.
i wonder if we will see the norway again?
having diesels installed would
take longer then 3 months i assume. how long did it take to
convert the qe2 from steam to
diesel?

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Captain Rhone
First Class Passenger
Member # 3498

posted 06-27-2003 09:43 AM

6 months for the QE2.

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cruiseny
First Class Passenger
Member # 2928

posted 06-27-2003 12:15 PM

Like I said, it was going to be sooner rather than later

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Ðraikar
First Class Passenger
Member # 1153

posted 06-27-2003 12:28 PM

Nothing but open sea's... and a tug

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eroller
First Class Passenger
Member # 1649

posted 06-27-2003 12:31 PM

quote:
Originally posted by cruiseny:
Like I said, it was going to be sooner rather than later .

As Tim stated earlier, I don't think it was any secret NORWAY was leaving this week.

This certainly was not privileged information or anything someone living in Miami and watching NORWAY could not discern.

Now if you are looking to impress us, confirm to us what exactly is going to be done to NORWAY, where she is going, and exactly when she will return to service!

Ernie

[ 06-27-2003: Message edited by: eroller ]

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cruiseny
First Class Passenger
Member # 2928

posted 06-27-2003 12:58 PM

quote:
Originally posted by eroller:
As Tim stated earlier, I don't think it was any secret NORWAY was leaving this week.

True... But I was asked not to say anything "specific".

What we DO know is that NOBODY - not even the tug operator - knows where she's going.

quote:
Now if you are looking to impress us, confirm to us what exactly is going to be done to NORWAY, where she is going, and exactly when she will return to service!

I think you'll need a psycic for that .

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Vaccaro
First Class Passenger
Member # 465

posted 06-27-2003 03:42 PM

For now, it *seems* her temporary destination is Land's End (GB) before NCL is still determining which European shipyard will do the job.

The trip with the SMIT ROTTERDAM (the tug) is planned to last about 3 weeks.

See NCL's today media statement for that.
(at least they don't stick their neck out with that destination and statement).

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VDK
First Class Passenger
Member # 3460

posted 06-27-2003 04:32 PM

Just heard that NORWAY is going to go to India - it is a voyage without return.

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shipcafe
First Class Passenger
Member # 3959

posted 06-27-2003 06:50 PM

VDK ~

Just how reliable is that information?

I'm hanging on the edge regarding the great Lady right now and am very nervous.

Steve

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Malcolm @ cruisepage
Cruise Director
Member # 301

posted 06-27-2003 07:24 PM

From the NCL web site:

S/S Norway Media Statement

June 27, 2003 - This morning, at approximately 6:30 a.m., after extensive discussions with, and clearance from, the US Coast Guard in Miami, the S/S Norway left the Port of Miami on its way to Land's End at the western edge of the English Channel. A seagoing tugboat is towing the ship, with 85 of her crew onboard. The transatlantic crossing will take approximately three weeks.

Although the S/S Norway is being towed to Europe, NCL is still determining which shipyard will complete the repairs. She is on schedule to begin sailing again on October 5th, 2003.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the U.S. Coast Guard have now completed their on-site investigation although the NTSB has stated that it may take a year to determine the cause of the accident.

******************************************

Oh well, that certainly confirms that I was NOT on the final transatlantic!

[ 06-27-2003: Message edited by: Malcolm @ cruisepage ]

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VDK
First Class Passenger
Member # 3460

posted 06-27-2003 08:56 PM

Ship Cafe - the info is not very reliable at all. It would be tragic if it has some truth to it. I just can't believe that they will re-engine her. I would think that it would be a costly option and would that would require considerable logistics and planning - it s not just the turbines your replacing - it's gearing, fuel systems, uptakes, intakes shaft lines, propellers, control systems not to speak of any structure work (access and removal routes required), removal work and installtion as well as. This stuff isn't just sitting on a shelf waiting to be bought. No, I would be surprised if she is re-engined, at least in the time frame given especially given that no yard has been selected. She will probably have her boiler room and damaged
boiler(s) rebuilt - if she makes it.

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DAMBROSI
First Class Passenger
Member # 100

posted 06-29-2003 10:27 AM

I hope my Big Blue Lady has a safe trip acrross. Can't wait to sail on her again for our 4th time on Nov. 9th cruise.

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Malcolm @ cruisepage
Cruise Director
Member # 301

posted 06-29-2003 01:50 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Malcolm @ cruisepage:
...the S/S Norway left the Port of Miami on its way to Land's End at the western edge of the English Channel.

Want to know more about Land's End?

I had better go to Land's End in a few weeks and get my Binoculars ready!

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DAMBROSI
First Class Passenger
Member # 100

posted 07-02-2003 01:06 PM

I'm glad the webcam is working. It looks like the weather is going to be good for her arrival to Lands End. That's a neat site Malcolm, thank you for posting it. If I'm right, SS NORWAY should be able to make it about the 18th of this month. That is assuming it will take the 3 weeks they say it will take her to get to the English Channel, barring no bad weather.

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Captain Rhone
First Class Passenger
Member # 3498

posted 07-02-2003 01:11 PM

I read 23 days at a few different sites so I would say atleast by the 20th or before or later.Who knows?How fast are they going?

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Onno
First Class Passenger
Member # 3071

posted 07-02-2003 01:26 PM

Why instal new engines, can't NCL rent the SMIT ROTTERDAM as a perminant "external" engine!

Onno

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PamM
First Class Passenger
Member # 2127

posted 07-02-2003 04:08 PM

Smitty has disappeared from view at this moment.. too much strain

10knts I believe CR.
Malcolm you may be better off taking up residence on the White Cliffs, more chance of a glimpse.. or even get yourself a xchannel season ticket and plough back and forth for a week!
Pam

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Malcolm @ cruisepage
Cruise Director
Member # 301

posted 07-02-2003 05:50 PM

quote:
Originally posted by PamM:

Malcolm you may be better off taking up residence on the White Cliffs, more chance of a glimpse..

As well have few ship yards left, seeing her of the British coast is pretty unlikely!

Maybe I'd be better waiting in Germany?

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sslewis
First Class Passenger
Member # 3649

posted 07-03-2003 01:19 PM

Shiplovers!
I was reading the Evening Standard when I spotted this incredible offer!
Ring P&O and mention "New Ships".
You get a car+2 pax for only £10 for each day you spend within the 24 hour clock!
Of course, the offer is not applicable to any sailings, but some homework could get you a cheap boat to shoot Norway.
In my experience, she might pass the Strait of Dover at night.
If you just want to sit in luxury and watch the channel traffic, try Folkestone.
Near the arts center, several former glorious hotels offers commanding views of the channel for a bargain.
Why camp when you can enjoy a good English Breakfast!
Ahoy, mates,
sslewis, about to haunt the Kent cliffs

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sslewis
First Class Passenger
Member # 3649

posted 07-03-2003 01:27 PM

The Folkestone hotel belongs to the Best Western chain.
Saga cruises head quarters are there too.
Some good sightseeings spots are the Coastguard car parks.
One is at Fairlight Park, near Hastings.
Another is just before the first Dover Roundabout when coming from the A20.
The best is East of Dover. Just drive past the Castle, then take a right before crossing the M20. After a snaky ride, a car park to the right will allow you to see the whole of Dover port, and any ships passing the Strait.
Good luck, ssLewis

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PamM
First Class Passenger
Member # 2127

posted 07-03-2003 01:44 PM

quote:
Originally posted by sslewis:
After a snaky ride, a car park to the right will allow you to see the whole of Dover port, and any ships passing the Strait.

Do you think they would let us set up camp for a few days

I'll bring the BBQ, if you bring the tent & Malcolm can provide the ribs!

Pity NCL don't have the ship trackers online, then we could see where she'd got to. There must be some way of knowing maybe a few hours in advance of when she's going to be passing through.

Louey.. re the P&O "new ships".. is this an offer for a 24hr return crossing on a new ferry? I've not seen an ad, but looks good to me, I need to stock the wine & cheese cupboard, along with the washing powder which is half price.

Pam

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DAMBROSI
First Class Passenger
Member # 100

posted 07-03-2003 03:55 PM

I was just looking at the Bow Cam. What is that small boat way ahead????? And does'nt the tugging company have a tracker with the tug
being used now to show how far she's gotten???

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