QE2 Final Departure From Gibraltar 14th November 2008

 
It was 3pm and the top of the rock was teaming with tourists admiring the awesome views. The QE2 was clearly visible berthed in the luxury cruise liner dock near the airport. I was wondering how many days she would be staying. Someone mentioned she was due to leave at 5pm that day  on her final departure [...]

QE2 Bows Out

 
The QE2 leaves Gibraltar and heads off to Dubai where she will be transformed into a floating hotel. I love this pic.

She’s On Her Way

 

The Mighty And Miniscule

I thought we were sailing close, but check out the canoist at the very front of the ship. You can just make him out.  You can see the line to the tug thats guiding her out, she’s moving but the canoist is undetered. Will take a good camera next time I am over there. Must remember in [...]