Maybe so Soren, but there wasnt the incidence of mad cows disease the modern vessels bring with them-- novovirus--. Clean swept decks and fresh air although I would imagine this one was with the early stages of ship board A/C in at least some areas. If you sailed on one you would understand what I am on about... Also it has to be said, what is the difference between a 2000-4000 pax modern cruise vessel and a sheep carrier-- not a lot I suspect.. Sorry but I have swallowed your bait and fallen into your trap.. :-)

With all respect, I think she looks more like a livestock carrier than many of the modern cruise ships - but that's just my point of view, and I know I probably am alone with it...

What makes me say this: the 2-3 decks below her lifeboats + the open decks on her stern...

I agree though, that this is a nice post! Very nostalgic :-)

Yes, of all the P&O-Orient liners that called here in Vancouver, the 1954 built pair were the most shipshaply! the present day ships with their veranda suites are shaped like giant livestock carriers, but have all the ammenities that todays passengers want!thanks for the nice post,mrdot.

They don't build them like that anymore Denis

So nostalgic!