DutchCruiseFan Posted July 31, 2016 #1 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Hi all, when i was on the Vista and we were sailing from Livorno to Marseille i noticed we were sailing pretty fast, so i went to my cabin to look at our speed and we were sailing 21,7 knots, but there was a very strong wind ( 34+ kts ) against our bow. So the ship could probably do a few more knots. Now is my question: What is the fastest speed you have ever sailed while on a cruise ship? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rainbowflag Posted July 31, 2016 #2 Share Posted July 31, 2016 We hit 32.4 knots on Cunard's QE2 on a transatlantic when she still had steam turbines, that was in '74. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted July 31, 2016 #3 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Well, you do realize that 21.7 of those 34 knots of wind is from the ship's motion? So, you were seeing probably 12-15 knots of true wind. But anyway, Vista's design speed is 23 knots, which is typical for cruise ships these days. Some ships can go faster with the aid of currents like the Gulf Stream if in the same direction. The QM2 can do 30 knots, and used to do it regularly on the shorter crossings, not so much now. I used to work on the Norwegian Sky, when it was the Pride of Aloha, and she is rated for 23 knots as well, and we had one passage between Kauai and the Big Island where we needed 21 knots every week. It really all depends on how the itinerary is set up, but all the lines are running the ships slower because of fuel costs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted July 31, 2016 #4 Share Posted July 31, 2016 It's pretty hard to even FEEL that you're moving, unless it's really rough....otherwise, it's like flying...you have no idea how fast you're going! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jocap Posted August 2, 2016 #5 Share Posted August 2, 2016 We had a medical emergency on Ventura (a Grand Class ship) after Madeira, with 6 days to go before reaching Barbados. The captain announced that he was increasing to 23 knots, and we made the port in just over 5 days. The captain said that he could increase more, but that it would be uncomfortable and not good for the ship for so many days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spookwife Posted August 2, 2016 #6 Share Posted August 2, 2016 in excess of 30 knots. got underway late due to a medical emergency on board and we needed to be on station for the Demonstration (shooting the guns) funnily enough, Mr Spook was driving. (well he gave the orders to 'drive it like you stole it' at least ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquahound Posted August 2, 2016 #7 Share Posted August 2, 2016 in excess of 30 knots. "In excess of 30 knots." Nice unclassified answer. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sequim88 Posted August 3, 2016 #8 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Well, you do realize that 21.7 of those 34 knots of wind is from the ship's motion? So, you were seeing probably 12-15 knots of true wind. When I can I like to listen to the air traffic control traffic with the pilots. Pretty often they'll ask the pilot for their "Mach number" air speed (typically .85 or so) which in conjunction with ground speed can tell them what the winds are at altitude. I suppose they could do the same for ships and currents but I'd cr@p my pants if I heard the Captain being asked for his Mach number. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enforcer Posted August 3, 2016 #9 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Hi, When I was on the USS Enterprise it travelled at warp speed :) Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miata Posted August 3, 2016 #10 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Hi, When I was on the USS Enterprise it travelled at warp speed :) Pete Does the USS Enterprise qualify as a cruise ship? I got a good laugh from your response, Scotty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loubetti Posted August 3, 2016 #11 Share Posted August 3, 2016 29 knots on both QE2 and QM2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapeCodCruiser Posted August 3, 2016 #12 Share Posted August 3, 2016 But if the ship is propelled by a motor is still called sailing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miata Posted August 3, 2016 #13 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Royal Olympia's Olympia Voyager did around 32 knots according to the crew at the time. This was our first cruise and sailed (motored) out of Athens during our honeymoon in 2002 (We said "I Do" in two thousand two). They would not allow you to go outside forward while underway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted August 3, 2016 #14 Share Posted August 3, 2016 (edited) Royal Olympia's Olympia Voyager did around 32 knots according to the crew at the time. This was our first cruise and sailed (motored) out of Athens during our honeymoon in 2002 (We said "I Do" in two thousand two). They would not allow you to go outside forward while underway. Her design speed is listed as 32 mph or 28 knots, the confusion of which many crew are liable to. Still a respectable clip. She is currently owned by a Chinese cruise line as the M/V Chinese Taishan. Edited August 3, 2016 by chengkp75 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loubetti Posted August 3, 2016 #15 Share Posted August 3, 2016 To go fast, you really want a larger ship; I'm talking the great ocean liners that had to keep schedule almost regardless of the weather. This goes back to the Mauretania of 1907 and before. I recall doing 26 knots on the Cunard Queens (QE2 & QM2) in force 10-12 seas. Yes, a rocky ride, but we were fine, except for those without their "sea legs". ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted August 3, 2016 #16 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Back in the early 90's we sailed on the QE2. Transatlantic from New York to London. We did 32 knots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_BJ Posted August 3, 2016 #17 Share Posted August 3, 2016 (edited) less than 15 .. but is SAILING versus motoring . . . Edited August 3, 2016 by Capt_BJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miata Posted August 4, 2016 #18 Share Posted August 4, 2016 Her design speed is listed as 32 mph or 28 knots, the confusion of which many crew are liable to. Still a respectable clip. She is currently owned by a Chinese cruise line as the M/V Chinese Taishan. First cruise so we didn't know better but the OUTSIDE cabin was something around 145 square feet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magnum60 Posted August 10, 2016 #19 Share Posted August 10, 2016 High 20s on the Queen Mary back in the late 50s. Low 30s on several QE2 trips back in the 80s and the fastest of them all doing mid 30's (average not a sprint) on the SS United States back in the 60s during her hay day. My favorite 'go fast' ship is the QE2 followed by the trans Atlantic cruise ship/ocean liner QM2 filling a distant second place. Looking for a heart attack? Try speeds over 100 mph on an M-1 class off shore racing power boat. I'm no stranger to fast boats but one quick blast aboard that thing was plenty for me. There will be no second time - ever!. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biker@sea Posted August 10, 2016 #20 Share Posted August 10, 2016 This depends on who you talk to. At the officers Q & A on NCL Dawn. Chief Engineer said "we did 25 knot's". :) The Captain said " I saw 24.5 ":p . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magnum60 Posted August 10, 2016 #21 Share Posted August 10, 2016 The above picture sure looks like the Eagle? I've sailed the tall ship Danmark a few times and hope to some day catch a ride on Eagle. I was out of town and missed a chance to do a leg of the whaling ship Morgan after her refit. Life is all about timing and mine needs a little work. Great picture by the way but it looks to have been shot some time ago (I'm not seeing the flotation devices and other OSHA gear the Coast Guard is required to wear when on deck these days). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted August 10, 2016 #22 Share Posted August 10, 2016 The above picture sure looks like the Eagle? I've sailed the tall ship Danmark a few times and hope to some day catch a ride on Eagle. I was out of town and missed a chance to do a leg of the whaling ship Morgan after her refit. Life is all about timing and mine needs a little work. Great picture by the way but it looks to have been shot some time ago (I'm not seeing the flotation devices and other OSHA gear the Coast Guard is required to wear when on deck these days). Actually, that is the "Horst Wessel". Sorry, I just can't help busting Capt_BJ about the fact that it used to be a **** training ship. But it is an amazing sight. And in fact, OSHA has no jurisdiction on vessels, especially the USCG, who set their own rules. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vampire Parrot Posted August 21, 2016 #23 Share Posted August 21, 2016 On M/V Arcadia (P&O's Vista class ship) on a cruise just after her first refit she did a speed run and maintained 24.5 knots for an hour in completely calm conditions. I still have the GPS log. The last time I was on her she was generally doing about 13 knots between ports, except for one day when we did 18 to 20 knots.... the days of 22 knots between ports to maximise time in ports have long gone :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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