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 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.
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.
Passengers On Hunger Strike After Luxury Cruise Misses Antarctica Due To Engine Failure
Disgruntled passengers onboard a luxury Antarctic cruise went on hunger strike last week after the ship was forced to turn back from sailing to the South Pole. After 14 days at sea, the SH Diana was forced to sail to Argentina early after one of the ship’s two motors malfunctioned.
Luxury cruise line passengers set for Antarctica have gone on a hunger strike over engine failure
Swan Hellenic's CEO said: "A select few chose to stage a hunger strike in their protest which is rather counterproductive."
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 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.
Passengers stage hunger strike on luxury Antarctica cruise after missing out on dream holiday
A small group of passengers onboard a luxury cruise to Antarctica have staged a hunger strike after mechanical difficulties cut short their voyage to the southernmost continent.
Passengers on luxury Antarctic cruise go on hunger strike demanding refund of £7k trip
The luxury trip aboard the Swan Hellenic's SH Diana was supposed to be the cruise of a lifetime for the 170 passengers but their dreams of seeing one of the remotest corners of the world were crushed
Luxury cruise ship passengers on hunger strike after engine failure wrecks dream polar voyage
LUXURY cruise passengers have gone on hunger strike after engine failure wrecked their dream polar voyage. Passengers on the SH Diana protested when tour firm Swan Hellenic refused a full refund
Cruise passengers stage hunger strike; Popular port adds new line
Cruise line passengers get angry when their itinerary changes. When that happens, they demand on-board credit. If it happens before the cruise leaves, they want refunds, perhaps with some bonus credit.
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 ...
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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 ...