ON THE VOYAGE

New Zealand Times, Volume LII, Issue 12075, 28 February 1925, Page 9

ON THE VOYAGE

INCIDENTS EN ROUTE ROUSING WELCOMES EVERYWHERE. Passengers by the Aorangi are all agreed that the voyage was a most successful and enjoyable one, punctuated by many enjoyable incidents, i At every port of call the vessel was the object of celebrations of some kind, but the most notable ovation was that at Vancouver, where the Aorangi remained for a week. Crowds turned out to see the vessel enter port, and :the whistles on every ship in the harjbour proclaimed a welcome. People cheered, and a sousing reception was I given the new ship, i At Panama, to use the words of one passenger, “the Aorangi made them sit up and take notice.” Large crowds assembled along the Canal banks, while many messages of congratulation were received. An aerial escort Wss provided by a fleet of aeroplanes, and tremendous interest centred in the ship’s passage through the Canal. At Honolulu another rousing reception was accorded, a band playing the vessel into port. Similar receptions were given at fihe other places of call, and great public interest was displayed in the ship.

dining-saloon which is the last word in artistic and tasteful comfort. Small tables with fineljy upholstered chairs are arranged on the inlaid floor of scarlet and black design • while entry is obtained through an imposing double glass door. The furnishings in the saloon are on a lavish scale, but there is nothing ornate or overdone, the whole decorative scheme being artistically executed. Then what could be more restful or pleasing to the eye than the smokeroom, which lias been carried out in old English style. The carpet on tho floor, of a sombre hue, blends nicely with the old English tables and chairs, and liberally distributed about the room are divans and easy chairs. There is an old-fashioned fireplace with a massive oak mantelpiece complete with ornaments and a clock, while on each side are imitation candles fitted at the top with small electrio light globes.

A fender and tiled hearth which reflects the glow of the “fire” produced by unique electrical effects. The lounge in the first saloon is also replete with every comfort and luxury. Heavily upholstered divans and easyohairs piled with cushions present an inviting spectacle, and the delicately shaded lights tucked away in odd places give a most comfortable atmosphere to the lounge.

On the balcony, which is approached by a short flight of carpeted steps, a largo picture of Mount Cook, from which tho Aorangi derives her name, meets the eyo. Suspended from the wall the picture is lighted in varying shades cast by the electric lights which illuminate the picture in such a way as to bring out the full beauty of the scene. The effect is most striking and was generally admired by the large