Queen Elizabeth at berth, Sydney Harbour
Queen Elizabeth viewed from Sydney Opera House forecourt
This cruiser should have been watching the channel rather than the QE. Brisbane River
Aft deck and pool at Brisbane Grain Terminal wharf
Sunset, first night at sea
One of the many galleries onboard. String quartet playing
Ship was diverted, off Gladstone Qld, for a medical evacuation
Afternoon Tea was served most days
Our cabin. Balcony on deck six aft. Great location.
Coming into Rabaul, New Britain
Sulphurous smoke and steam rising from the many fissures on this volcanic island
The anchorage at Rabaul
The local village put on a chorus for the visitors
Selling their wares is the only source of income for these poor folk
Cute kids
On the ash beach with the active Mount Tavurvur in the background
Boiling water running to the beach
Mount Tavurvur
Japanese submarine supply tunnels
Seismic station grounds
Looking down to the QE, moored at the terminal in Simpson Harbour, a flooded caldera formed as a result of ancient volcanic activity. The imposing volcanic peaks of Mount Vulcan and Mount Tavuvur, both of which are still active, surround the port
The sun sets as we say farewell to Rabaul
White jackets and gloves for the waiters as they prepare to serve afternoon tea in the Queen's Room
Captain Inge gives her speech prior to the initiation ceremony of crossing the equator
Ooh, pasta, pudding and other delicacies to feast on
Still hungry?
King Neptune is pleased
Relaxing in the Commodore Club, with expansive views forward
Our main dining area, the Brittania Restaurant was contained on two deck levels. A big dining area.
Our Okinawan guide, Eriko, plays some folk tunes for the tour bus
She was also entertaining on the traditional flute
Shows off the Okinawan marraccas, which Beryl was given to accompany Eriko as she sang and played
The gate of Okinawa Castle