Angry passengers are on a hunger strike on a luxury cruise ship. Their trip to Antarctica stopped because the ship had an engine problem.
The SH Diana is a fancy ship that just started its journey last year. It was going to Antarctica but had issues earlier this week.
Passengers are protesting the canceled trip to Antarctica. Courtesy of Swan Hellenic
Passengers paid a lot of money for their tickets, between $8,882 and $12,689. They are upset that the cruise company, Swan Hellenic, will not give them all their money back.
One passenger said, “This trip was a dream for many of us.”
The ship has many amenities, like a pool and a spa. It left Cape Town, South Africa, on November 13. Passengers were excited for a four-day adventure in Antarctica.
But the ship had problems, and the captain canceled their trip. Passengers could choose a 50% cash refund or a credit for future cruises.
The ship is now going slowly to fix the engine. It will arrive in Ushuaia, Argentina, soon.
Vocabulary List:
Passengers /ˈpæs.ɪn.dʒərz/ (noun): Individuals traveling in a vehicle such as a ship train or plane.
Protesting /prəˈtɛstɪŋ/ (verb): Expressing an objection to something.
Amenities /əˈmiː.nə.tiz/ (noun): Features that provide comfort convenience or enjoyment.
Adventure /ədˈvɛn.tʃər/ (noun): An exciting or unusual experience often involving risk.
Upset /ʌpˈsɛt/ (adjective): Feeling unhappy or disappointed.
Refund /ˈriː.fʌnd/ (noun): Money that is given back to someone.
