TSS The Topaz Visit 6 Jun 2006

This photo shows TSS THE TOPAZ berthed at New York's Pier 92 on 6 July 2006, dressed overall. She was built in 1956 as EMPRESS OF BRITAIN, one of the last three ocean liners built for Canadi ...

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This photo shows TSS THE TOPAZ berthed at New York's Pier 92 on 6 July 2006, dressed overall. She was built in 1956 as EMPRESS OF BRITAIN, one of the last three ocean liners built for Canadi ...

At Pier 90 is another Japanese ship, the Mitsui OSK Passenger Line's stylishly modern NIPPON MARU. Along with ASUKA II, NIPPON MARU and THE TOPAZ left Japan on world cruises within days of e ...

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At Pier 90 is another Japanese ship, the Mitsui OSK Passenger Line's stylishly modern NIPPON MARU. Along with ASUKA II, NIPPON MARU and THE TOPAZ left Japan on world cruises within days of e ...

Inside Pier 92, a sign in Japanese and English points toward the ship.

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Inside Pier 92, a sign in Japanese and English points toward the ship.

The Reception is the first thing one sees when one boards THE TOPAZ on Main Deck. Originally, the bulkhead behind the desk went across the entire foyer and divided the tourist-class from the ...

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The Reception is the first thing one sees when one boards THE TOPAZ on Main Deck. Originally, the bulkhead behind the desk went across the entire foyer and divided the tourist-class from the ...

Now we're on the tourist-class side; looking aft, what was on the other side of the now-truncated bulkhead used to be first-class. The stairway in the background is the old first-class main ...

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Now we're on the tourist-class side; looking aft, what was on the other side of the now-truncated bulkhead used to be first-class. The stairway in the background is the old first-class main ...

These doors, which lead to the gangway, were originally wood. They've since been re-covered in laminate, but the original brass fittings and etched glass remain.

2009-07-29T22:17:51Z

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These doors, which lead to the gangway, were originally wood. They've since been re-covered in laminate, but the original brass fittings and etched glass remain.

A "You Are Here" sign indicates that we're now in the port-forward corner of the main entrance on Main Deck.

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A "You Are Here" sign indicates that we're now in the port-forward corner of the main entrance on Main Deck.

These lift controls look VERY old.

2009-07-29T21:43:06Z

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These lift controls look VERY old.

This is the top of one of the original tourist-class staircases, in the former tourist-class half of the main entrance. The decor has changed entirely except for the original railings, which ...

2009-07-29T21:21:39Z

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This is the top of one of the original tourist-class staircases, in the former tourist-class half of the main entrance. The decor has changed entirely except for the original railings, which ...

Another view of the same staircase, facing port-forward. Note Kirin Beer vending machine in the background! The corridor leads off to a block of cabins.

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Another view of the same staircase, facing port-forward. Note Kirin Beer vending machine in the background! The corridor leads off to a block of cabins.

In one corner of the main entrance is the Shore Excursion desk and another set of original doors that has been recovered in laminate but retains original etched glass.

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In one corner of the main entrance is the Shore Excursion desk and another set of original doors that has been recovered in laminate but retains original etched glass.

Near the shore excursion desk is a case with menus. There are no choices, just a set menu. The main course of tonight's dinner is "Chicken Balls & Deep Fried Eggplant with Spicy, Sweet & Sou ...

2009-07-29T21:14:58Z

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Near the shore excursion desk is a case with menus. There are no choices, just a set menu. The main course of tonight's dinner is "Chicken Balls & Deep Fried Eggplant with Spicy, Sweet & Sou ...

This rather austere former tourist-class staircase has been re-decorated but retains original chrome railings and a charming backlit mirror in the corner of the landing. Originally it would ...

2009-02-20T18:12:06Z

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This rather austere former tourist-class staircase has been re-decorated but retains original chrome railings and a charming backlit mirror in the corner of the landing. Originally it would ...

A similar, but more elaborate detail - this time with a bit of the original veneer still intact - can be found in the old first-class stairway, which we're taking up one deck to Upper Deck w ...

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A similar, but more elaborate detail - this time with a bit of the original veneer still intact - can be found in the old first-class stairway, which we're taking up one deck to Upper Deck w ...

The Sports Bar and Discoteque is the forwardmost major public room. It used to be the first-class Drawing Room and Club Room which were combined during the Carnival years.

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The Sports Bar and Discoteque is the forwardmost major public room. It used to be the first-class Drawing Room and Club Room which were combined during the Carnival years.

The original ceiling finishes and a few bits of original veneer remain among Carnival-era decor. The raised area wih the bar was originally the Club Room, closed off by a solid bulkhead, whi ...

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The original ceiling finishes and a few bits of original veneer remain among Carnival-era decor. The raised area wih the bar was originally the Club Room, closed off by a solid bulkhead, whi ...

A view of the Sports Bar, formerly the Club Room, with lurid red lighting.

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A view of the Sports Bar, formerly the Club Room, with lurid red lighting.

Looking aft in the Discoteque, note the original raised ceiling, though it's now been filled in with mirrored surfacing and a disco ball.

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Looking aft in the Discoteque, note the original raised ceiling, though it's now been filled in with mirrored surfacing and a disco ball.

The Sports Bar has two forward "wings"; one port and one starboard, which were originally part of the Club Room. Now they're curtained off; this is a forward-facing view of the portside wing ...

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The Sports Bar has two forward "wings"; one port and one starboard, which were originally part of the Club Room. Now they're curtained off; this is a forward-facing view of the portside wing ...

This is the starboard "wing", now a meeting room. Note the early Carnival-era chrome-and-vinyl furniture.

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This is the starboard "wing", now a meeting room. Note the early Carnival-era chrome-and-vinyl furniture.

Moving aft again, the foyer of the forward (former first-class) staircase has two corridors like this, one on each side of the stairs. The imposing brass doors at the end lead to the Windjam ...

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Moving aft again, the foyer of the forward (former first-class) staircase has two corridors like this, one on each side of the stairs. The imposing brass doors at the end lead to the Windjam ...

This is the much more imposing aft - former tourist-class - entrance to the Windjammer Lounge, still sporting its original wood and etched glass. What treasures lie within?

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This is the much more imposing aft - former tourist-class - entrance to the Windjammer Lounge, still sporting its original wood and etched glass. What treasures lie within?

Immediately inside the Windjammer Lounge is this magnificent curved bulkhead with inlaid woodwork, all original. Note the curved doors.

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Immediately inside the Windjammer Lounge is this magnificent curved bulkhead with inlaid woodwork, all original. Note the curved doors.

Another view of the same space. A bar has been added, but aside from that and the new (but complementary) furniture, this view could have been taken in 1956.

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Another view of the same space. A bar has been added, but aside from that and the new (but complementary) furniture, this view could have been taken in 1956.

While now covered in metallic surfacing on the outside (see earlier photo), the inside surfaces of the entrance doors retain their wood veneer. Also note the original frosted glass light fix ...

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While now covered in metallic surfacing on the outside (see earlier photo), the inside surfaces of the entrance doors retain their wood veneer. Also note the original frosted glass light fix ...

Facing forward along the port side of the Windjammer Lounge.

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Facing forward along the port side of the Windjammer Lounge.

The room's pseudo-circular layout was extremely popular in British ships of the era. Note the original raised ceilings with indirect lighting in this forward-facing view.

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The room's pseudo-circular layout was extremely popular in British ships of the era. Note the original raised ceilings with indirect lighting in this forward-facing view.

Modern lighting over the stage disfigures an otherwise gorgeous space.

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Modern lighting over the stage disfigures an otherwise gorgeous space.

The heavy brass railings are another wonderful mid-century touch.

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The heavy brass railings are another wonderful mid-century touch.

A truly grand space!

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A truly grand space!

Now we move aft on Upper Deck to the Library, originally the tourist-class smoking room. Later, in the Carnival years, it became a casino before taking on its present role at the beginning o ...

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Now we move aft on Upper Deck to the Library, originally the tourist-class smoking room. Later, in the Carnival years, it became a casino before taking on its present role at the beginning o ...

A port-facing view from the library looking on to the indoor promenade.

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A port-facing view from the library looking on to the indoor promenade.

A forward-facing view in the library, looking towards the Windjammer Lounge.

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A forward-facing view in the library, looking towards the Windjammer Lounge.

These hammered-bronze panels are some of the few original details remaining in the library. Originally, medallions filled all the circular voids but most of them have since been filled in wi ...

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These hammered-bronze panels are some of the few original details remaining in the library. Originally, medallions filled all the circular voids but most of them have since been filled in wi ...

On the starboard side of the library is Hemingway's, the former tourist-class cocktail bar, seen in this aft-starboard facing view. The decor dates from the Carnival era and is by Joe Farcus ...

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On the starboard side of the library is Hemingway's, the former tourist-class cocktail bar, seen in this aft-starboard facing view. The decor dates from the Carnival era and is by Joe Farcus ...

Another view of Hemingway's with very 1980s decor by Joe Farcus. Note the extremely low furniture, even including the bar stools which must have been intended for very tall people!

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Another view of Hemingway's with very 1980s decor by Joe Farcus. Note the extremely low furniture, even including the bar stools which must have been intended for very tall people!

Looking aft along the starboard-side indoor promenade from Hemingway's. These promenades were also redecorated by Farcus in the '80s.

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Looking aft along the starboard-side indoor promenade from Hemingway's. These promenades were also redecorated by Farcus in the '80s.

Aft of Hemingway's and the Library is a shopping arcade dating to the 1997 THE TOPAZ refit. The largest shop has been converted to the "Peace Boat Centre".

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Aft of Hemingway's and the Library is a shopping arcade dating to the 1997 THE TOPAZ refit. The largest shop has been converted to the "Peace Boat Centre".

A very original-looking frosted-glass exit sign.

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A very original-looking frosted-glass exit sign.

Facing forward along the port-side indoor promenade. The decor here dates from the Carnival era. The Tivoli lighting is especially characteristic of Joe Farcus' designs.

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Facing forward along the port-side indoor promenade. The decor here dates from the Carnival era. The Tivoli lighting is especially characteristic of Joe Farcus' designs.

Wood veneer peeks out from behind the laminate where it has been cut away to expose an electrical box.

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Wood veneer peeks out from behind the laminate where it has been cut away to expose an electrical box.

Looking aft on the port-side promenade, toward the entrance to the Broadway Show Lounge. This space used to be the Photo Gallery, as the sign on the inboard bulkhead attests.

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Looking aft on the port-side promenade, toward the entrance to the Broadway Show Lounge. This space used to be the Photo Gallery, as the sign on the inboard bulkhead attests.

The aft-most original public space is the Cinema. It retains some original details but was redesigned by A&M Katzourakis when the ship became THE TOPAZ in 1997. During her Thomson career, it ...

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The aft-most original public space is the Cinema. It retains some original details but was redesigned by A&M Katzourakis when the ship became THE TOPAZ in 1997. During her Thomson career, it ...

This forward-facing view shows the stage in the Cinema.

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This forward-facing view shows the stage in the Cinema.

All the way aft is the Broadway Show Lounge, the biggest public room on the ship. Originally, this was open deck space, and it was enclosed to create a show lounge by Greek Line in 1965 when ...

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All the way aft is the Broadway Show Lounge, the biggest public room on the ship. Originally, this was open deck space, and it was enclosed to create a show lounge by Greek Line in 1965 when ...

Another forward-facing view of the Broadway Show Lounge.

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Another forward-facing view of the Broadway Show Lounge.

And now an aft-facing view. For most of the life of this room, there was a bar at the very stern. Note the sheer and camber of the deck and overhead.

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And now an aft-facing view. For most of the life of this room, there was a bar at the very stern. Note the sheer and camber of the deck and overhead.

Looking out of the port-side indoor promenade windows, we can see NIPPON MARU on the south side of Pier 90.

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Looking out of the port-side indoor promenade windows, we can see NIPPON MARU on the south side of Pier 90.

Now we go down three decks to the Topaz Dining Room, aft on B Deck (Bolero). These heavy brass-trimmed doors are among the few remnants of the space's original design.

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Now we go down three decks to the Topaz Dining Room, aft on B Deck (Bolero). These heavy brass-trimmed doors are among the few remnants of the space's original design.

A brass railing is another original detail. It blends strangely well into the current, garish decor.

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A brass railing is another original detail. It blends strangely well into the current, garish decor.

A forward/port-facing view in the Topaz Dining Room. The current decor dates from a late Carnival refit by Joe Farcus, except for the color scheme. The present green and orange replaced an e ...

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A forward/port-facing view in the Topaz Dining Room. The current decor dates from a late Carnival refit by Joe Farcus, except for the color scheme. The present green and orange replaced an e ...

This little raised section is in the aft/port corner and sports another original railing. Green carpeting and black laquer has replaced the original wood veneer and wood rail, but the "U" sh ...

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This little raised section is in the aft/port corner and sports another original railing. Green carpeting and black laquer has replaced the original wood veneer and wood rail, but the "U" sh ...

At the forward end of the dining room is a small stage and a green marble dance floor, added in the 1997 conversion to THE TOPAZ. Entertainment was featured at night during the Thomson era.

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At the forward end of the dining room is a small stage and a green marble dance floor, added in the 1997 conversion to THE TOPAZ. Entertainment was featured at night during the Thomson era.

Another forward-facing view showing the stage and dance floor.

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Another forward-facing view showing the stage and dance floor.

A few of these original light fixtures have survived and are sprinkled around the room.

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A few of these original light fixtures have survived and are sprinkled around the room.

This odd staircase dates from the Greek Line era and leads down from the aft foyer on B Deck to C Deck aft.

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This odd staircase dates from the Greek Line era and leads down from the aft foyer on B Deck to C Deck aft.

We now go up five decks to Verandah Deck, where the Yacht Club casual restaurant is situated all the way aft. This was added by Thomson in 1997. Oddly, one most go outdoors to access this in ...

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We now go up five decks to Verandah Deck, where the Yacht Club casual restaurant is situated all the way aft. This was added by Thomson in 1997. Oddly, one most go outdoors to access this in ...

This view is facing forward on the starboard side of the Yacht Club. This room was designed by A&M Katzourakis and its decor is characteristic of their 1990s work seen aboard ships like HORI ...

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This view is facing forward on the starboard side of the Yacht Club. This room was designed by A&M Katzourakis and its decor is characteristic of their 1990s work seen aboard ships like HORI ...

Facing toward the port side of the Yacht Club from the centreline. This "peninsula"-shaped buffet is a characteristic Katzourakis touch.

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Facing toward the port side of the Yacht Club from the centreline. This "peninsula"-shaped buffet is a characteristic Katzourakis touch.

The open fantail is directly aft of the Yacht Club. Although Greek-owned, THE TOPAZ flies the flag of the Republic of Panama.

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The open fantail is directly aft of the Yacht Club. Although Greek-owned, THE TOPAZ flies the flag of the Republic of Panama.

Another view of NIPPON MARU, to the starboard side of THE TOPAZ.

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Another view of NIPPON MARU, to the starboard side of THE TOPAZ.

In this aft-facing view from Promenade Deck, WSS PONY members relax on THE TOPAZ' fantail on Verandah Deck one deck below.

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In this aft-facing view from Promenade Deck, WSS PONY members relax on THE TOPAZ' fantail on Verandah Deck one deck below.

Another view of of the same space, taken later in the day. The cheap resin deck furniture and blue plastic decking are reminders that THE TOPAZ is run on a tight budget.

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Another view of of the same space, taken later in the day. The cheap resin deck furniture and blue plastic decking are reminders that THE TOPAZ is run on a tight budget.

A forward-facing view of the pool area on Verandah Deck. The outdoor pool area was created by Greek Line in 1965 when the ship became QUEEN ANNA MARIA. Originally there were four outdoor poo ...

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A forward-facing view of the pool area on Verandah Deck. The outdoor pool area was created by Greek Line in 1965 when the ship became QUEEN ANNA MARIA. Originally there were four outdoor poo ...

A view of the larger of the two remaining pools, in the aft/port corner of the pool area.

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A view of the larger of the two remaining pools, in the aft/port corner of the pool area.

Another view of the larger pool.

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Another view of the larger pool.

The smaller pool is in the aft/starboard corner.

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The smaller pool is in the aft/starboard corner.

Up a half-deck from the pool deck is the Sunshine Bar, under a cheap anwing.

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Up a half-deck from the pool deck is the Sunshine Bar, under a cheap anwing.

The Sunshine Bar, just aft of the funnel on Verandah Deck.

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The Sunshine Bar, just aft of the funnel on Verandah Deck.

Looking aft on Verandah Deck from the Sunshine Bar toward the pool area. There is a lot of sunning space but no deck chairs (and, on this day, no sun either).

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Looking aft on Verandah Deck from the Sunshine Bar toward the pool area. There is a lot of sunning space but no deck chairs (and, on this day, no sun either).

Windbreaks shield the sun deck from the wind, and keep passengers from climbing into the boats ;-)!

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Windbreaks shield the sun deck from the wind, and keep passengers from climbing into the boats ;-)!

Another forward facing view of the pool area.

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Another forward facing view of the pool area.

And yet another. Note the unusual shape of the pool in the foreground.

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And yet another. Note the unusual shape of the pool in the foreground.

Looking into the pool deck on the starboard side from Promenade Deck, one deck below.

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Looking into the pool deck on the starboard side from Promenade Deck, one deck below.

Looking aft on the starboard side of the boat deck (on Verandah Deck) toward the Yacht Club. Note the many years' worth of varnish on the teak decking.

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Looking aft on the starboard side of the boat deck (on Verandah Deck) toward the Yacht Club. Note the many years' worth of varnish on the teak decking.

Facing forward on the starboard side of the boat deck. The davits look very much like the ones aboard QUEEN MARY, 20 years older.

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Facing forward on the starboard side of the boat deck. The davits look very much like the ones aboard QUEEN MARY, 20 years older.

Looking up at the funnel from the starboard-side boat deck.

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Looking up at the funnel from the starboard-side boat deck.

Another view of that big blue funnel.

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Another view of that big blue funnel.

This sports area is located forward on Verandah Deck, just aft of the unusually-styled radar mast. The windows are the now disused former playroom from the Thomson days (port side) and the g ...

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This sports area is located forward on Verandah Deck, just aft of the unusually-styled radar mast. The windows are the now disused former playroom from the Thomson days (port side) and the g ...

Looking aft towards the funnel from the sports area forward on Verandah Deck. Note the added air-conditioning units directly forward of the funnel.

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Looking aft towards the funnel from the sports area forward on Verandah Deck. Note the added air-conditioning units directly forward of the funnel.

Another view of the sports area, facing aft/port.

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Another view of the sports area, facing aft/port.

Looking up at the radar mast from the sports area. The mast is very unusual in that it looks "backwards" compared to the masts of most other ships of the era.

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Looking up at the radar mast from the sports area. The mast is very unusual in that it looks "backwards" compared to the masts of most other ships of the era.

Looking to the port side from the starboard side of the sports area on Verandah Deck.

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Looking to the port side from the starboard side of the sports area on Verandah Deck.

Through this passageway one can reach the forward portion of the boat deck. There is also access to the bridge from this area (normally closed to passengers).

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Through this passageway one can reach the forward portion of the boat deck. There is also access to the bridge from this area (normally closed to passengers).

The open door on the left leads to the bridge.

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The open door on the left leads to the bridge.

Under the bridge wing is an oar marked CARNIVALE.

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Under the bridge wing is an oar marked CARNIVALE.

Looking aft from the officers' promenade on Sun Deck, just aft and below the bridge.

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Looking aft from the officers' promenade on Sun Deck, just aft and below the bridge.

A closer overview of the sports area and the funnel.

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A closer overview of the sports area and the funnel.

The very unusual radar mast.

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The very unusual radar mast.

Looking down at the boat deck, facing aft on the starboard side.

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Looking down at the boat deck, facing aft on the starboard side.

These pleasant verandah-like areas are located beneath the huge bridge wings on Sun Deck. This one is on the port side, seen in a forward-facing view. Unfortunately these areas are not open ...

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These pleasant verandah-like areas are located beneath the huge bridge wings on Sun Deck. This one is on the port side, seen in a forward-facing view. Unfortunately these areas are not open ...

Looking aft at the funnel from the open deck aft of the bridge.

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Looking aft at the funnel from the open deck aft of the bridge.

Looking down the starboard side of the ship from the open deck aft of the bridge.

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Looking down the starboard side of the ship from the open deck aft of the bridge.

Original brass engine telegraphs on the starboard-side bridge wing. These are still used.

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Original brass engine telegraphs on the starboard-side bridge wing. These are still used.

The view over the fo'c'sle from the starboard-side bridge wing.

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The view over the fo'c'sle from the starboard-side bridge wing.

The radar mast seen from the starboard-side bridge wing. Ironically, the radar scanners are not mounted on the radar mast but rather on the roof of the bridge.

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The radar mast seen from the starboard-side bridge wing. Ironically, the radar scanners are not mounted on the radar mast but rather on the roof of the bridge.

Looking out at the starboard-side bridge wing from the bridge. NIPPON MARU is seen in the background.

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Looking out at the starboard-side bridge wing from the bridge. NIPPON MARU is seen in the background.

Seen here in a port-facing view, the bridge of THE TOPAZ is a museum piece. Though the latest navigational equipment is present, the atmosphere is still preserved. This bridge would have loo ...

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Seen here in a port-facing view, the bridge of THE TOPAZ is a museum piece. Though the latest navigational equipment is present, the atmosphere is still preserved. This bridge would have loo ...

The view over the foc's'le from the bridge windows.

2009-02-20T18:13:10Z

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The view over the foc's'le from the bridge windows.

A vast array of original wiring and equipment on the aft bulkhead of the bridge.

2009-02-20T18:12:29Z

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A vast array of original wiring and equipment on the aft bulkhead of the bridge.