The 850-passenger Saga Ruby, berthed in Greencastle on Friday, August 31st.

From left, Mary McCauley meets and greets the passengers and crew of the Saga Ruby, with Sharon Nogg, the ship's tours manager and Dave Harrington, of Excursions Ireland.

A tender boat takes passengers back to the ship after their local excursions.

Ship crew member Loney, smiles despite the mist and rain.

A tender boat returns to ship.

Crew members Susan and Barharat enjoy the fun ashore at Greencastle.

Gridlock at Greencastle Harbour as the local ferry docks alongside a Saga Ruby tender boat.

The ship's staff captain Simon Moore and Raymond Carlin of Checkmate Security.