During an 11-day Northern European cruise aboard Cunard’s RMS Queen Mary 2, the ship made her inaugural visit to Ålesund, Norway, on July 15, 2004. Arriving early in the morning, Queen Mary 2 received a warm welcome from the city as residents gathered to celebrate her first call.

On July 23, 2022, we boarded the Pearl Seaways (DFDS Seaways) to Oslo, Norway in the vibrant port of Copenhagen, Denmark, under a clear blue sky. This robust cruiseferry, serving as a vital link between Denmark and Norway, stood ready for its next journey.

On July 22, 2022, the Color Fantasy (Color Line) was docked in Oslo, Norway, under cloudy skies. The vessel, renowned for its amenities and impressive size, stood majestically against the backdrop of the harbor, showcasing its design and modern features.

On July 21, 2022, the Crown Seaways (DFDS Seaways) was docked in the vibrant port of Copenhagen, Denmark, under blue skies and beautiful clouds. This robust cruiseferry, serving as a vital link between Denmark and Norway, stood ready for its next journey across the serene Baltic Sea.

On May 12, 2023, the Crown Princess (Princess Cruises) was elegantly docked at the Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal in Vancouver, British Columbia.

On July 15, 2004, the serene waters of Geirangerfjord in Norway served as a magnificent setting for the RMS Queen Mary 2 (Cunard Line). This majestic liner, surrounded by the towering cliffs and lush greenery of Geiranger, was captured in a series of photographs showcasing the dramatic scale of the fjords and the elegance of the ship.

On August 31, 2007, the Carnival Paradise (Carnival Cruise Line) was docked in Long Beach, California, preparing to depart on a three-day cruise to Ensenada, Mexico. The Fantasy-class ship had been based in Long Beach since 2004, operating Carnival’s year-round short cruises to Baja California and Catalina Island.

On August 22, 2010, the Carnival Splendor (Carnival Cruise Line) was captured in the early morning light just outside Long Beach Harbor, CA, as it returned from a vibrant cruise to Mexico.

On April 14, 2006, the Monarch of the Seas (Royal Caribbean) was captured leaving Los Angeles Harbor, embarking on another voyage under a blanket of overcast skies.

On April 9, 2006, the Vision of the Seas (Royal Caribbean International) made its majestic departure from Los Angeles Harbor. The scene was set against a clear blue sky, capturing the vessel as it embarked on its voyage.

On April 9, 2006, under a brilliant blue sky, the Summit (Celebrity Cruises) gracefully sailed out of Los Angeles Harbor.

In a historic maritime event, the RMS Queen Mary 2 (Cunard Line) met its illustrious predecessor, the RMS Queen Mary (Cunard Line), for the first time in Long Beach harbor on February 23, 2006. This "Royal Rendezvous" marked a special moment in the annals of ocean travel, celebrated by thousands of spectators.

Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth 2 lights up the evening at Berth 93 in Los Angeles Harbor during her 2006 World Cruise. Her illuminated decks and distinctive funnel stand against the dark sky, capturing the presence of an ocean liner whose voyages connected generations of travelers with the traditions of life at sea. This photograph shows QE2 still in active service, more than three decades after her maiden crossing and less than three years before her retirement.

On July 15, 2004, the Marco Polo (Orient Line) graced the majestic Geirangerfjord and the town of Geiranger, Norway, providing a picturesque scene captured from the deck of the Queen Mary 2.

These photos were captured on July 13, 2004, during the RMS Queen Mary 2’s (Cunard Line) inaugural 11-day cruise to Northern Europe. This remarkable journey included a stop in the Firth of Forth near Edinburgh, marking the ship's first-ever visit to all the ports on this route.

In April 2002, the Elation (Carnival Cruise Line) offered passengers an enchanting voyage along the Mexican Riviera, featuring the picturesque ports of Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta and Cabo San Lucas.

We sailed aboard Royal Caribbean’s Viking Serenade on a three-day cruise from Los Angeles to Ensenada in January 2001. These photographs show the ship docked in Ensenada during our visit, capturing a familiar part of Southern California cruising before she left Royal Caribbean’s fleet the following year.

Our cruise aboard Viking Serenade (Royal Caribbean International) brought us to Ensenada, Baja California, in March 2000. This photograph shows the ship docked during our visit, when she was a familiar part of Royal Caribbean’s short-cruise service from Los Angeles.

In April 1999, the iconic Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) (Cunard Line) celebrated her 30th anniversary transatlantic crossing from Southampton to New York City, marking not just a significant milestone in her service but also commemorating our own honeymoon returning from Europe.