Cruises Face Disruption as Passengers Stuck at Port Seek New Arrangements

Monday, 2 September 2024, 18:10

Cruises have faced unexpected disruptions, as passengers on a round-the-world voyage are forced to disembark every evening. The Odyssey cruise ship, purchased by Villa Vie Residences, has been delayed due to mechanical issues, leaving travelers eager for answers. The situation highlights the challenges within the cruise industry amid ambitious travel plans.

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Unexpected Challenges for Passengers on Round-the-World Cruises

Passengers looking to embark on a 3 ½-year round-the-world voyage on Villa Vie Residences' Odyssey cruise ship have been left hanging for the past three months. In December, the company announced it had bought Fred Olsen Cruise Lines' Braemar vessel, which it later named Odyssey.

Details of the Odyssey's Journey

The ship, which is more than 30 years old, was meant to set sail in May. On the planned 1301-day journey, the cruise liner is set to visit 147 countries across seven continents, including destinations such as France, Mexico, and Japan, according to Villa Vie Residences' itinerary.

Mechanical Issues Cause Delays

However, mechanical problems have left the Odyssey stuck in Belfast, Northern Ireland, instead. Sebastian Stokkendal, a marketing manager for Villa Vie Residences, told the Associated Press that the company was focused on resolving these issues to get the cruise back on track.

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