The huge funnel also pretty bright...

Most intense lighting on #QE2 low down at the rear, wrapping around the stern...

Very hard to scale her. Our paths are starting to diverge...

_everyone_ is on the port side of our boat to see it. Talk about unbalanced boat!...

Slightly worrying to see fireworks going up over Fawley oil refinery!...

#QE2 taking a majestic pace. All of the little boats appear to be running along side her....

As it gets closer, it’s becoming clear that the #QE2 is quite large … with a rather loud fog horn...

Just heard that the #QE2 will be going directly past us soon...

More fireworks from shore. #QE2 getting close to the tugs that sprayeth...

Loads of people uptop now as we approach. #QE2 is well lit. Looks very impressive. Car deck open for passangers....

Stiff wind upfront of the Red Falcon. Wierd to see the upper car deck empty at the front....

Huge queues for the restaurant. Well, it is time for dinner after all. Unity stompers providing great atmosphere....