Acapulco Bay

Acapulco017

July 14th 1965
In 1965, the port of Acapulco was not deep enough to accommodate a ship of Oriana's size (albeit Oriana was smaller than the popular cruise ships of today). Instead, Oriana anchored in Acapulco Bay. Passengers needed to use tenders to reach the dock, as is still the custom at many island ports today. Two long accommodation ladders were rigged at the side of ship to lead down from the ... read more

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"I haven't been everywhere, but it's on my list." I've traveled for a long time and have many memories of places and people. I enjoy travel, especially to new places I haven't seen before. Every journey, whether brief or extended, provides the opportunity for a new experience or a different way to see things. I like travel photography, too, and always have my camera with me. I look to the "4Hs of Tourism" as a guide when traveling: understanding the Habitat; Heritage; History and Handicrafts. Member of the TravBuddy travel blogging community from 2007 until its demise in 2018. [world... full info

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