The Italian tall ship Amerigo Vespucci, often hailed as the “most beautiful ship in the world,” is docked in Phuket and welcoming visitors aboard for free tours from tomorrow, November 6 to 10.

 

This legendary vessel was built in 1931 and named after the Italian explorer and navigator Amerigo Vespucci. The ship, measuring 101 metres in length and 15.5 metres in width, is an imposing sight. Its three towering masts reach up to 54 metres high, and the deck area is roughly the size of ten tennis courts.

 

Originally serving the Italian Navy, the ship was later used as a survey vessel for over 30 years. Now, with its retirement from military service, the Amerigo Vespucci has embarked on a global tour, sharing Italian heritage as it sails from port to port.

 

 

This world journey, which began last year, is expected to conclude in 2025, allowing people around the world to experience the grandeur of Italian craftsmanship.

 

Each stop of the tour includes curated cultural experiences. Onboard highlights include a statue of the Female David, sculpted by contemporary Italian artist Jago, and the actual Olympic torch from the Games hosted in Italy. Visitors can also enjoy authentic Italian cuisine at a restaurant on the ship.

 

Following a recent stop in Singapore, Amerigo Vespucci has now made its way to Thailand, where it will be docked at Phuket’s Deep Sea Port in the Wichit sub-district of Mueang Phuket. Visitors are welcome to join the tour but are advised to avoid wearing open-toed shoes or high heels for safety.

 

 

For those interested in soaking up Italian culture and experiencing the grandeur of a traditional tall ship, registration is available on the Amerigo Vespucci’s official website.

 

Tour Schedule:

 

• Wednesday, November 6: 4pm-7.30pm
• Thursday, November 7.10 am-12pm and 2pm-7pm
• Friday, November 8.10am-12pm and 3pm-5pm
• Saturday, November 9.10am-12pm and 3pm-5pm
• Sunday, November 10: 10.30am-12.30pm and 3pm-7pm
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After Phuket, the Amerigo Vespucci will continue its voyage to Mumbai, India, for the next leg of its remarkable journey.

 

 

By Petch Petpailin

Photo via Tour Vespucci

 

Source: The Thaiger

-- 2024-11-05

 

 

Tits and pubes...AN's getting a bit risqué!

11 hours ago, Liverpool Lou said:

Tits and pubes...AN's getting a bit risqué!

Looks shaved to me.

 

Camel Toe.

What a great ship!

I had an opportunity to sail on the TS Royalist,

Climbing the rigging was a great experience,

I will never forget!

What a great job opportunity.

And cultural display for Italy.

Maybe we'll see the Star of India - world’s oldest active sailing ship. https://sdmaritime.org/visit/the-ships/star-of-india/

I would like to see the USS Constitution, also known as Old Ironsides - a three-masted wooden-hulled heavy frigate of the United States Navy. She is the world's oldest commissioned naval warship still afloat.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Constitution

 

 

1 hour ago, rwill said:

Looks shaved to me.

 

Camel Toe.

Yep looks as slick as the ship

1 hour ago, cowellandrew said:

What a great ship!

I had an opportunity to sail on the TS Royalist,

Climbing the rigging was a great experience,

I will never forget!

I sailed on the Soren Larson for 6 months all the way up the Australian coast, I was the ship’s carpenter, got 10 dollars a day pay, was an amazing experience!

2 hours ago, Srikcir said:

What a great job opportunity.

And cultural display for Italy.

Maybe we'll see the Star of India - world’s oldest active sailing ship. https://sdmaritime.org/visit/the-ships/star-of-india/

I would like to see the USS Constitution, also known as Old Ironsides - a three-masted wooden-hulled heavy frigate of the United States Navy. She is the world's oldest commissioned naval warship still afloat.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Constitution

 

 

There was an Indian navy sailing ship here some years ago, open t

O visitors. Don't remember the name, but it was beautiful.

Looking forward to visiting the amerigo Vespucci.

2 hours ago, rwill said:

Looks shaved to me.

 

Camel Toe.

 

1 hour ago, hotchilli said:

Yep looks as slick as the ship

Maybe, but I didn't want to post "tits and cnut", it may not have gone down so well (so to speak) with the powers that be, neither did I feel the need to blow up the photo to 500% to check, I'll take your esteemed word for it.

Did anyone manage to book a visit?  The Amerigo Vespucci website has a label under the tour schehule saying "Sold Out".  A pity that Phuket News only published this opportunity after it had already begun!   

2 minutes ago, chub said:

A pity that Phuket News only published this opportunity after it had already begun!   

 

Seems a bit common on this forum, usually it is posted after the event has ended

2 hours ago, zepplin said:

I sailed on the Soren Larson for 6 months all the way up the Australian coast, I was the ship’s carpenter, got 10 dollars a day pay, was an amazing experience!

You were one cheap chippy  

We sailed on the old John B, my grandpappy and me, over the Seven Seas we did roam.......😀

Not quite so ornate, but I sailed here from Europe on the ship, Star Clipper, which used to be based in Phuket during the high season.

 

38 days from Athens to Phuket via Suez Canal, the Red Sea, Goa, Kerala, Sri Lanka and the Similan Islands - an incredible journey…

I was there, with a letter from the organisation allowing me access. Unfortunately there were about a million others, a 1 km queue and a traffic jam starting in rawai.

So yes, she looked beautiful from the outside.