AUSTRALIS: 1940 - "Berthing" plan from late 1960sChandris Lines: A fold out (22" by 35") "Berthing Plan" from the late 1960s while the AUSTRALIS was being used as an immigrant ship on the Australian run. The ship was much loved by many of her passengers who took the long voyage to seek new opportunities and new lives. Eight decks are shown. During her days as United States Lines' AMERICA, the ship was divided into 3 classes. When Chandris bought her in 1964 the ship was converted to one class.

and the First Class Lounge was redecorated into a ballroom

and DEL MAR

In back is an extensive list of shore excursions

and two views of the Lounge

Later stints included Royal Cruise Line as the ROYAL ODYSSEY and Regency Cruises as the REGENT SUN

Since the EMPRESS OF BRITAIN and the EMPRESS OF ENGLAND were close sisters

There are twelve color photos from all three classes showing public rooms and cabins

I count thirty ship photos including portraits

Photos include a portrait

Thank you Costa

The elaborate oriental-deco decor is beautifully recreated on the walls and floor

In here you'll see glimpses of the ex-New Zealand Shipping Company liners which Tung picked up for a song