Solstice - how does it dock at Sydney OPT

[CCC's]

Does anyone know how the Celebrity Solstice docks at the Overseas Passenger Terminal, Sydney. It was in Sydney port last Wednesday 21 October and I am curious as to whether it docked bow in or stern in.

[QE2_Fan]

Since the renovations (extension) to the OPT she can now dock bow in!

 

We last sailed on her in March and it was awesome sailing away up at the Sunset Bar, initially overlooking the Bridge then as we turned we had a Birdseye view of the Opera House, Circular Quay and surrounds!

 

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Edited October 27, 2015 by QE2_Fan

[QE2_Fan]

 

 

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[kencr]

That picture is interesting, on Jan 20, 2014 I had starboard side and we faced Sydney Opera for 2 days. Most cruises i have been to the ship turns around and backs in to dock. But I am sure there are exceptions.

[UniPac]

Solstice from Sydney this April, same as on the pictures. Been almost alone in the Aqua Lounge (as it was raining a bit), nice views!

Edited October 27, 2015 by UniPac

[Jacs]

That picture is interesting, on Jan 20, 2014 I had starboard side and we faced Sydney Opera for 2 days. Most cruises i have been to the ship turns around and backs in to dock. But I am sure there are exceptions.

 

It used to have to back in but now that wharf is longer after the renovations it can go in forwards :)

[CCC's]

Thank you QE 2 Fan. Great photo showing just how magnificant she is.

[benjoon]

Not sure if this will post as I'm using my Nexus. This was from our hotel after finishing our Solstice cruise last December.

[besberry]

That picture is interesting, on Jan 20, 2014 I had starboard side and we faced Sydney Opera for 2 days. Most cruises i have been to the ship turns around and backs in to dock. But I am sure there are exceptions.

Both times I've docked there it has been bow first.

[LuckiePuris]

Pretty sure Solstice is now always Opera House port side, Sydney Harbour Bridge starboard side :)

[4 cruisers]

Does anyone know how the Celebrity Solstice docks at the Overseas Passenger Terminal' date=' Sydney. It was Sydney port last Wednesday 21 October and I am curious as to whether it docked bow in or stern in.[/quote']

 

 

It must have been bow in because our cabin was on the starboard side and we couldn't see the Opera House. (October 2 sailing....[emoji177]sigh!!!!!).

[lollypopj]

Never having been on the Solstice..or in Aus..for that matter..its great to see your photos QE2-fan!

 

Thank you for posting! Cant wait to be there Jan 5th!

 

Dale and Laura from Alberta Canada:)

[Mr. Click]

We were on the Nov 2 departure from Sydney to Auckland. She was docked bow in that day, starboard side facing The Rocks. It really did not matter since we had plenty of time to move around the ship and enjoy all of the views. Departing we backed out, put the stern towards the Harbor Bridge and sailed away. It was a great sunset and lots of stunning views that evening. Feel free to follow these links to see pictures of our departure and the ship moored.

http://geneboyars.photoshelter.com/gallery/Solstice-2015/G0000VQY2tGNKdp0/C00002c497s2IDSQ

 

http://geneboyars.photoshelter.com/gallery/Sydney-2015/G0000JDSOfdSPg2Y/C00002c497s2IDSQ

 

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[GUT2407]

I think everything is bow in now.