Cruises: Odyssey Passengers Stuck Amid Travel Delays

Monday, 2 September 2024, 18:10

Cruises continue to face challenges as Odyssey passengers are now stuck on a round-the-world journey. The travel situation has left them disheartened as they must disembark each evening, awaiting the cruise company's efforts to 'reactivate' their vessel.

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Cruises Facing Setbacks

Cruises have become a popular travel choice, but passengers of the Odyssey are facing unforeseen delays. After acquiring Fred Olsen Cruise Lines' Braemar vessel, the cruise ship was scheduled to embark on a 3 ½-year global journey.

Current Travel Conditions

Odyssey remains docked in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
Passengers are required to leave the ship nightly for hotel accommodations.
Mechanical issues have hindered the planned 1301-day itinerary.

Itinerary Overview

The ambitious plan includes visits to 147 countries across seven continents, including popular destinations such as France, Mexico, and Japan.

For those interested, further information on the cruise line’s progress is available online.

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