P&O Cruises Australia cancelled the ultimate cruise of the Pacific Encounter resulting from Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Based on a press release despatched to booked company, the cruise that was set to depart on March 8, 2025, is not going forward.
Set to be transferred to Carnival Cruise Line in mid-March, the vessel was scheduled to sail from Brisbane for a seven-night cruise to the Pacific Islands.
“Based mostly on the present state of affairs and the continuing uncertainty of the flow-on impacts to the Port of Brisbane from the cyclone, we made the troublesome choice to cancel your cruise,” P&O stated.
“We have been very a lot wanting ahead to welcoming you onboard, and we share your disappointment at having to cancel as a result of ongoing uncertainty of this one-in-50-year storm,” the corporate continued.
Based on the assertion, company don’t have to contact the corporate as bookings will probably be routinely cancelled.
The cruise fares paid, together with any pre-paid gadgets, packages, and shore excursions, will probably be totally refunded.
P&O additionally suggested company to contact their journey insurance coverage suppliers for claims on any out-of-pocket bills associated to the cancellation, reminiscent of flight cancellation charges.
“We once more apologize for this impression in your vacation, and we recognize your endurance and understanding,” P&O added.
Carnival Cruise Line Australia additionally up to date its company on the continuing impacts of Alfred on its vessels and operations.
“We need to thank our company for his or her understanding these previous few days because the Carnival Luminosa and the Pacific Encounter stay at sea whereas Alfred handed by way of southeast Queensland,” the corporate stated.
“Alfred has now been downgraded to a tropical low, and we predict a post-storm evaluation of the Brisbane port amenities to happen tomorrow morning, Sunday, March 9,” Carnival continued.
“As soon as that evaluation is full, cruise ships can return to Brisbane,” the corporate added, noting that the Pacific Encounter is anticipated to dock on the port on March 11.
After having a three-night cruise cancelled final week, the Luminosa is anticipated to function a shortened cruise beginning on March 9.
“We hope to have you ever embarking on the 4-day voyage later than scheduled, whereas protecting the deliberate itinerary,” Carnival stated to booked company.
