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This aft-facing view along the uppermost forward deck on O. VOYAGER shows the ship's streamlined mast and funnel, which are raked at a similar angle. Photo and copyright Peter Knego 2001.
As the OLYMPIC VOYAGER operates at high speeds, there is not much demand for unsheltered forward facing decks, save for the times when she is arriving or departing a picturesque harbor. Her uppermost decks are reserved for crew, and while off limits to passengers, their architecture is nonetheless streamlined and pleasing to the eye.
The futuristic, trellised funnel is somewhat reminiscent of that found aboard the famed Karageorgis Lines vessel MEDITERRANEAN SEA (former CITY OF EXETER) as well as the new "Grand" class of ships in the Princess fleet. Photo and copyright Peter Knego 2001.
OLYMPIC VOYAGER's uppermost passenger level is called Helios (Sky) Deck. It begins right above the wheelhouse and works its way aft via the Sky Lounge/Disco and top suites to a generous lido area.
The far forward portion of Helios Deck is just above the wheelhouse and is used for navigation. Just aft of the railing, there is an area for forward observation surrounding the rounded facade of the Anemos Bar and Disco. Photo and copyright Peter Knego 2001.
The mid portion of Helios Deck begins with the OLYMPIC VOYAGER's deluxe suites and their screened in verandas. Even at top speed, passengers can enjoy a leisurely time on their private balconies. Just aft of the suites, there is a nice finite promenade on either side for sunning and deck games that is protected from the wind by glass screens.
This view is facing forward over the starboard portion of Helios Deck from one of the crew areas just aft of the funnel, showing the veranda balconies and spacious promenade. Photo and copyright Peter Knego 2001.
The gymnasium, spa, and beauty salon are just inside of the promenades.
This starboard-facing view from the deck above shows the inviting pool and lido on aft Helios Deck. Photo and copyright Peter Knego 2001.
Aft Helios Deck offers 5,750 square feet of space adjacent to the swimming pool.
This image shows the Helios Bar in a port-facing view. Photo and copyright Peter Knego 2001.
The forward portion of the lido is served by the Helios Bar and is sheltered underneath a tarpaulin canopy, leaving plenty of space aft for sun worshipers. Sensuous coral, amber, and ebony mosaics by Sicilian artist Ignazio Moncada adorn the bar counter.
In this view facing forward from aft Helios Deck, the fresh water showers complement the angular uptake of the funnel. Note the full length windows adjacent to the sheltered area. Photo and copyright Peter Knego 2001.
Moncada's mosaics continue in the lido area with cobalt and outre-mer blue in the swimming pool basin and tropical shower facade.
The sophisticated wheelhouse is shown in a port-facing view. Fully enclosed out to the overhanging wings, it is paneled in wood veneers complemented by deep blue carpeting, in a fashion similar to the OLYMPIC VOYAGER's public areas. Photo and copyright Peter Knego 2001.
OLYMPIC VOYAGER has terraced afterdecks that contain further space for lounging and sunning as well as finite promenades on either side of Apollon and Selene Decks.
This is the bar area on aft Apollon Deck in a port-facing view. Photo and copyright Peter Knego 2001.
The bar on aft Apollon Deck adjoins the Garden Lounge, which is the OLYMPIC VOYAGER's informal buffet dining area.
The view facing aft from OLYMPIC VOYAGER's fo'c'sle docking area shows the wide, sleek superstructure of one of the world's fastest passenger ships. Photo and copyright Peter Knego 2001.
Now let's have a look at the OLYMPIC VOYAGER's stunning interiors, the latest in maritime decor from the famed Greek design firm, AMK....
Click to continue tour of OLYMPIC VOYAGER's public rooms.
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