Orion of the Seas

Orion of the Seas is a 45 m / 147′8″ luxury sailing yacht. She was built by Camper & Nicholsons in 1910. With a beam of 7.15 m and a draft of 0.04 m, she has a wood/steel hull and wood/steel superstructure. This adds up to a gross tonnage of 122 tons. She is powered by Caterpillar engines of 230 hp each giving her a maximum speed of 13 knots and a cruising speed of 11 knots. Orion of the Seas's maximum range is estimated at 4000 nautical miles. The sailing yacht can accommodate 10 guests in 5 cabins.

Orion of the Seas is one of Charles E. Nicholson’s most famous yachts, and since her re-build ended in 2006, she has taken on a new lease of life.

During the refit, the hull planking was removed, taking it down to bare steel frames, which were then re-galvanised and painted, before the massive teak and Iroko planks were bolted back on. As much of the original interior as possible was saved, thus maintaining the unique turn of the century ambience on board.Orion of the Seas is now ready to take on the 21st century in perfect condition, and with her inimitable period style still intact.