Cruise lines change routes due to early and powerful storm

By Ivan PetrenkoJul 7, 2024 02:30 AMNews
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Hurricane Beryl has intensified into a Category 5 hurricane, marking the earliest occurrence of such a powerful storm on record. This development has led several cruise lines to alter their itineraries to avoid the dangerous path of the storm.

Beryl initially made landfall in the Windward Islands, which include popular destinations like Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent, and Grenada. The hurricane had escalated to a Category 5 storm, with maximum sustained winds reaching 165 mph as it traversed the eastern Caribbean Sea.

In response to the hurricane, several cruise lines have modified their routes. Carnival Cruise Line has canceled a stop in Grand Cayman for its Carnival Horizon ship, opting instead to visit Cozumel, Mexico. Disney Cruise Line and Norwegian Cruise Line have also adjusted their schedules to ensure the safety of passengers and crew.

Celebrity Cruises has rerouted its Celebrity Beyond ship, changing the dates for stops in Bonaire and Aruba. Royal Caribbean has made similar adjustments for several of its ships, including the new Icon of the Seas, which will now visit Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico, instead of St. Maarten and St. Thomas. A Royal Caribbean spokesperson emphasized that guest and crew safety is their top priority and that the company is closely monitoring the storm's progress.

Princess Cruises has not yet changed its itineraries but is actively monitoring the situation. A spokesperson assured that their ships are equipped with advanced technology to navigate safely and that the fleet's flexibility allows for quick course adjustments to avoid adverse weather conditions.

This year's Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be "above normal," with predictions of 17 to 25 named storms, eight to 13 hurricanes, and four to seven major hurricanes. As the season progresses, the potential for further disruptions to travel plans remains high, necessitating continuous vigilance and adaptability from travel operators and passengers alike.

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