The current position of AURORA is at West Africa (coordinates 32.80898 N / 16.53881 W) reported 1 min ago by AIS.
Why is Aurora in dry dock?
Aurora was taken to dry land for the weekend for hull inspection. We´ve planned to use the opportunity and do some paint work and clean her properly.
How many passengers are on the Aurora?
1,878 passengers
The Aurora has a maximum passenger capacity of 2,290. It can accommodate 1,878 passengers in its 939 cabins, 69% of which are located outside.
How much is the Aurora cruise?
$375 million
MV Aurora (2000)
| History | |
|---|---|
| Cost | $375 million |
| Yard number | 640 |
| Laid down | 15 December 1998 |
| Launched | 18 January 2000 |
Is P&O Aurora going into dry dock?
Aurora has space for 1,878 guests, and with a length of 270m, she measures 76,152 gross tons. Aurora will be in the yard from June 9 through June 23, 2022.
What happens to the crew when the ship is in dry dock?
No passengers are allowed onboard while a ship is in dry dock. However, crew members might remain aboard to help out with refurbishment work or to support the contractors and shipyard staff who work night and day to prepare the ship for its return to service.
Has Aurora had a refit?
Highlights of the refit included new furniture and carpets around the ship and the refurbishment of the Oasis Spa, with the remodeling of its treatment rooms, thermal suite and steam room. The Aurora also received 23 new cabins and new mattresses for all of its cabins.
Can you touch Aurora?
Secondly, the aurora are essentially photon emissions from nitrogen and oxygen molecules, so you can’t really touch it (as much as you can ‘touch’ a sunbeam). Even the gas that emits the photons is extremely tenuous.
Can you go inside the Aurora?
There’s a fire extinguisher on the left in a box, or you could use your own. Make sure to remove the flames entirely – even a small amount can hurt you and spring back into a bigger inferno. At that point you can move through the doorway, and congratulations! You’re inside the Aurora!
How many formal nights Does Aurora have?
two formal nights
Guests aboard Aurora will enjoy two formal nights each week, as is usual for all P&O Cruises.
Is Aurora cruise ship Adults Only?
Aurora, Cruise Ship Exclusively for Adults | P&O Cruises. Aurora is a world-class ship, bringing you the joys of classic cruise travel with a slightly more intimate feel.
How much did Chris Willson pay for the Aurora?
But something about the boat intrigued Willson, so much so that he ended up bailing it out of some legal trouble it was in, towing it to various locations, and eventually paying, he says, around $800,000 for it, making him the owner of a piece of maritime history.
How many cabins Does Aurora have?
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 4 |
|---|---|
| Staterooms number: | 288 |
| Cabin size: | 150 ft2 / 14 m2 |
| Balcony size: | none |
| Location (on decks): | 5-F, 6-E, 8-D, 9-C, 10-B, 11-A |
Can you see the Aurora borealis from a cruise ship?
But can you actually see the northern lights on a cruise? The conditions must be just right, but it’s highly likely to see this magical and sometimes elusive scientific phenomenon on a Northern Lights cruise sailing the Arctic Circle during the long, dark winter nights.
When was the Aurora last refurbished?
2009
Aurora was last refurbished in 2009 and she was launched in 2000. The Aurora will have a Union Jack imprinted on its bow and brand new blue funnels with illuminated rising sun designs. This is to reflect P&O Cruise’s heritage.
Who is the captain of P&O Aurora?
Neil Turnbull
The captain of a cruise ship is very much the celebrity on board, especially on British ships that sailout of Southampton. Passengers scrutinise the captain’s every manoeuvre. On our ship, Aurora, our captain is a chap called Neil Turnbull.
What happens if you swim close to a ship?
Someone swimming near a cruise ship could be sucked under by the propulsion power. The power can also cause large sudden swells of water which is very strong.
What happens to the captain when a ship sinks?
If a ship is sinking, maritime tradition dictates that the captain ensures the safe evacuation of every passenger before he evacuates himself.
Where does the crew on a cruise ship sleep?
Unlike guest staterooms, crew cabins are pretty small and usually located on deck 0, or below the sea level – deck A and B. Most of the crew cabins don’t have portholes (windows) – this luxury is reserved for some staff and officers – so for first-time crew members this might be a little confusing.
Why does Aurora shave her hair?
Providing an immediate boost of confidence—“I feel more beautiful when it’s freshly shaved,” she says—the clean cuts also give her head a welcome breeze, liberation of weight, and all but ensure that her hair won’t get in front of her eyes mid-performance.
Where can you smoke on P&O Aurora?
Smoking onboard is only allowed in designated spaces on Port Side, Deck 7, and at designated tables of the Riviera Bar on Port Side, Deck 12. All other areas of the ship, including cabins and cabin balconies, are strictly non-smoking.