Royal Caribbean Cancels Cruises from Israel Citing Unrest
Royal Caribbean International over the weekend withdrew its plans for cruises this summer from Israel. Citing the recent unrest in the region, the line canceled plans for cruises scheduled to operate from June to October.
Maritime Executive reports they said that their newest ship, the Odyssey of the Seas, would be repositioned to Florida for its eventual introduction into service.
In a press statement to USA Today, Royal Caribbean International said, “Due to the unrest in Israel and the region, Odyssey has not been able to complete the preparations required to operate from Haifa as planned.” President of the cruise line, Michael Bayley, followed up with a statement on social media saying that the current situation made it unsafe for passengers and crew and cited the uncertainty as the reason for the cancellation.
The Odyssey of the Seas immediately departed Haifa, stopping briefly in Cyprus, where she met up with of her fleet mates. She has now departed sailing to Civitavecchia, Italy, where she is expected to arrive at the end of the week. ..reports Maritime Executive online.
Maritime Executive reports they said that their newest ship, the Odyssey of the Seas, would be repositioned to Florida for its eventual introduction into service.
In a press statement to USA Today, Royal Caribbean International said, “Due to the unrest in Israel and the region, Odyssey has not been able to complete the preparations required to operate from Haifa as planned.” President of the cruise line, Michael Bayley, followed up with a statement on social media saying that the current situation made it unsafe for passengers and crew and cited the uncertainty as the reason for the cancellation.
The Odyssey of the Seas immediately departed Haifa, stopping briefly in Cyprus, where she met up with of her fleet mates. She has now departed sailing to Civitavecchia, Italy, where she is expected to arrive at the end of the week. ..reports Maritime Executive online.
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