Frustrated Antarctica cruise, caused by mechanical issue, prompts protests and hunger strikes on board
A mechanical issue onboard a Swan Hellenic vessel led to the difficult decision to abandon Antarctica on a cruise whose very point was to visit Antarctica. When full refunds were not offered, hunger strikes began onboard,
Cruise passengers revolt with hunger strike after ‘boutique’ ship engine failure: ‘Handled very badly’
The SH Diana was en route to the South Pole when the maritime mishap occurred earlier this week, derailing the 20-night voyage.
Passengers on cruise stage hunger strike after company reroutes trip
Itineraries can change suddenly, especially around Antarctica, where the weather conditions can be unpredictable and extreme.
Cruise passengers stage hunger strike after Antarctica trip is rerouted
The SH Diana ship encountered an “unexpected malfunction” with a propulsion electric motor, according to Swan Hellenic CEO Andrea Zito.
Cruise passengers stage hunger strike; Popular port adds new line
Sometimes, a cruise line has to change its itinerary because of damage to the ship. In such a case the ship must either divert to a place where repairs can be made and/or it might have to miss a port because it can't reach the speeds needed to go where it was scheduled to go.
Passengers Launch Hunger Strike After Luxury Cruise Trip Cut Short; CEO Calls Move 'Rather Counterproductive'
A mechanical failure cut short a luxury Antarctic cruise, sparking protests and a hunger strike from passengers demanding full refunds.
Cruise passengers instigate hunger strike during Antarctica trip
A group of travellers went on a hunger strike after their the itinerary of their Antarctic was changed mid-voyage. The protests reportedly started after an unexpected issue with the propulsion electric motor stopped Swan Hellenic’s SH Diana from travelling to Antarctica during the 21-day itinerary.
Cruise Passengers Use Hunger Strike to Protest Lack of Full Refund
Cruise passengers on Swan Hellenic’s Diana vessel go on hunger strike over lack of full refund and cruise cancellation.
Some cruise passengers went on hunger strike after an engine failure ruined their plan to visit Antarctica
The cruise from South Africa to Argentina was due to stop in Antarctica for three days, but the stopover was canceled due to an engine problem.
Cruise Ship Passengers Go on Hunger Strike
A group of passengers onboard a luxury Antarctic cruise ship staged a hunger strike after their trip was cut short before they reached the continent.
Cruise Ship Passenger 'Overboard' Fears After Man Mysteriously Vanishes
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Swan Hellenic’s Diana Cancels Visit to Antarctica Due to Technical Issue
Swan Hellenic’s SH Diana had to cancel a visit to Antarctica due to technical issues with one of its engines. After departing ...