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Daily Mail
31-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Cruise passengers' Hawaii dream trip turns into night of hell sleeping on hard gym floor
Hundreds of cruise passengers were left sleeping on a hard, gymnasium floor after the ship suddenly sailed away without them amid a tsunami warning. Six hundred people were left behind when Norwegian Cruise Line's Pride of America pulled away from Hilo Harbor two hours ahead of schedule on Tuesday. The ship left early following an emergency alert triggered by a massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake. Many passengers were on ship excursions when they received emergency alerts for a tsunami and were unable to make it back to the boat in time. Tiffany Oliver was among those who didn't make it back and was forced to spend the night on the floor of Waiakea High School. 'We were stranded by Norwegian Cruise Line. Our tour bus arrived five minutes before the time they stated they were leaving and they pulled off anyway,' Oliver said. She added that they had, 'no clothes, no food, no nothing'. 'Norwegian, you left us stranded and then you have no plan for our survival,' Oliver said. 'You could care less about your guests.' Passenger Tiffany Oliver was among those forced to sleep on the ground after Norwegian Cruise Line's Pride of America left without her Another passenger described her fury at being left behind at the high school, branding the experience 'unbelievable'. 'I understand there are 9 buses of 45+ people stuck and no one who came out 5 minutes ago into the high school gym where they took us to address the passengers knows what the heck is going on,' Sharyn Stewart Dickersen wrote. 'He [NCL representative] claims they have people working to find hotel rooms, etc. All the NCL reps are completely worthless!' Another traveler known as Mandy described how her family was split up after the ship departed leaving her on land. 'They're terrified for us - we're terrified for us,' she said. Footage from Hawaii News Now showed families, including young children, stranded at the port, watching as the massive cruise ship pulled away just before 4pm local time. Other passengers who were on board as the ship departed captured video footage of the passengers desperately attempting to get on board. Many of the abandoned passengers had paid between $1,435 and over $4,000 for the week-long cruise around the Hawaiian islands, which doesn't include flights, shore excursions or additional fees. Norwegian Cruise Line later confirmed that the ship had departed early, 'to prioritize the safety of our guests and crew' after the state of Hawaii declared a state of emergency and issued a tsunami warning. 'Before departure, all guests were notified via SMS and advised to seek higher ground and follow instructions from local authorities if they were unable to return to the ship in time for its departure,' the statement continued. 'Guests participating in NCL shore excursions were brought directly to a local high school, a designated safe location in Hilo, where refreshments were provided for their comfort and well-being.' Those who had been on official NCL shore excursions were shuttled to a nearby high school gym, where they slept on the floor overnight. Another passenger who was stranded, Eric Anderson, told KHON2 that the local Hawaiian people were extremely hospitable and all came together to take care of the passengers. 'It really is a testament to that Aloha spirit,' he told the outlet. As of Wednesday, the tsunami warning had been downgraded and no major damage was reported. The ship returned to dock to pick up the stranded passengers. Many posted an emotional update on TikTok, confirming she made it back safely into her cabin where she can't wait to shower and sleep.
CNN
31-07-2025
- CNN
Hawaii breathes a massive sigh of relief after tsunami scare shakes islands
Wednesday evening in Waikiki ended in classic Hawaiian style, with a stunning red, orange and gold sunset, children laughing and splashing in waves lapping at the shore – and parents sipping cocktails from plastic cups. But just a day earlier, the mood was starkly different. A massive, 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula – tied for the sixth-strongest quake ever recorded – had triggered tsunami alerts across the Pacific. The alerts sparked frantic evacuation efforts in Hawaii, where many recall the horror of the catastrophic tsunamis that caused unimaginable damage and untold loss of life around the Indian Ocean in 2004 and in Japan in 2011. On Tuesday, residents and tourists were taking no chances. 'It's crazy … everyone is evacuating all at the same time,' said one tourist in a viral TikTok clip, capturing the chaos as crowds rushed for higher ground. Sirens blared. Rain drizzled. Panic spread. While some ran, others were stranded. Norwegian Cruise Line's Pride of America was among the vessels that left port early to escape the looming threat. Jeffery Booker, a passenger from Orlando, missed the cruise ship's hasty departure. 'One of the tour operators said, 'Get back to the ship as fast as you can,'' he recalled. 'But we knew we weren't gonna make it.' The tsunami advisory was lifted for all of the Hawaiian Islands as of 8:58 a.m. Wednesday local time, according to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center – and the ship returned to port. Cheers and hugs greeted those reboarding. From her lofty hotel balcony, Jenny Massey, visiting from California, had watched it all unfold. 'We stayed on the 28th floor all night,' she said. 'We were nervous, just looking down at the empty beach, watching the sirens go off.' Massey, a former University of Hawaii student, said the aftermath of the experience felt surreal. 'We love Waikiki … It's wild to see people back out like nothing happened.' Her son Brandon was less shaken: 'We get to swim at the beach now. The waves are really big. It's funner.' Zi Glucksman, a college student from New York staying on Oahu for the month, had stocked up on supplies with friends. 'We stayed calm,' he said. 'Now the beach is full again. It's kind of amazing.' Behind the scenes, the US Coast Guard was on high alert. Capt. Nicholas Worst, who commands Sector Honolulu, described a swift, strategic response. 'We moved cutters, boats, and aircraft out of the harbor right away,' he said. 'We had to be ready. For search and rescue, pollution control, anything.' He emphasized the stakes. 'Ninety-eight percent of Hawaii's goods come in by sea. The ports are our lifeline.' One of the most striking stories came from Doan Trang, a surfer and mom from Dana Point, California. When the sirens started, she grabbed her son, checked an evacuation map, and started walking uphill, continuing for nearly two hours. 'We weren't panicked, but we knew we had to move,' she said. 'Once we crossed the bridge and saw the tsunami zone sign behind us, I felt peace.' They waited out the advisory at a Vietnamese restaurant. She says the authorities did a good job warning everybody. 'Because you do have to warn people. You know, the Thailand and everything in 2004. It's a big thing.' After the advisory was lifted, beaches reopened. But authorities still urged caution, saying strong currents may linger. Trang returned to the water, exhausted but thankful. 'I watched the waves and thought, wow … what a night,' she said. 'Could have been a lot worse. It could have been a lot of damage. And you know how it would've affected an area like this – but it didn't.' By the time sunset came 24 hours later, Waikiki had bounced back. Droves of tourists splashed in the surf. Children built sandcastles and couples posed by the iconic Duke Kahanamoku statue. Hawaii had weathered a tsunami. And everyone woke up to another day in paradise.
CNN
31-07-2025
- CNN
Hawaii breathes a massive sigh of relief after tsunami scare shakes islands
FacebookTweetLink Wednesday evening in Waikiki ended in classic Hawaiian style, with a stunning red, orange and gold sunset, children laughing and splashing in waves lapping at the shore – and parents sipping cocktails from plastic cups. But just a day earlier, the mood was starkly different. A massive, 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula – tied for the sixth-strongest quake ever recorded – had triggered tsunami alerts across the Pacific. The alerts sparked frantic evacuation efforts in Hawaii, where many recall the horror of the catastrophic tsunamis that caused unimaginable damage and untold loss of life around the Indian Ocean in 2004 and in Japan in 2011. On Tuesday, residents and tourists were taking no chances. 'It's crazy … everyone is evacuating all at the same time,' said one tourist in a viral TikTok clip, capturing the chaos as crowds rushed for higher ground. Sirens blared. Rain drizzled. Panic spread. While some ran, others were stranded. Norwegian Cruise Line's Pride of America was among the vessels that left port early to escape the looming threat. Jeffery Booker, a passenger from Orlando, missed the cruise ship's hasty departure. 'One of the tour operators said, 'Get back to the ship as fast as you can,'' he recalled. 'But we knew we weren't gonna make it.' The tsunami advisory was lifted for all of the Hawaiian Islands as of 8:58 a.m. Wednesday local time, according to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center – and the ship returned to port. Cheers and hugs greeted those reboarding. From her lofty hotel balcony, Jenny Massey, visiting from California, had watched it all unfold. 'We stayed on the 28th floor all night,' she said. 'We were nervous, just looking down at the empty beach, watching the sirens go off.' Massey, a former University of Hawaii student, said the aftermath of the experience felt surreal. 'We love Waikiki … It's wild to see people back out like nothing happened.' Her son Brandon was less shaken: 'We get to swim at the beach now. The waves are really big. It's funner.' Zi Glucksman, a college student from New York staying on Oahu for the month, had stocked up on supplies with friends. 'We stayed calm,' he said. 'Now the beach is full again. It's kind of amazing.' Behind the scenes, the US Coast Guard was on high alert. Capt. Nicholas Worst, who commands Sector Honolulu, described a swift, strategic response. 'We moved cutters, boats, and aircraft out of the harbor right away,' he said. 'We had to be ready. For search and rescue, pollution control, anything.' He emphasized the stakes. 'Ninety-eight percent of Hawaii's goods come in by sea. The ports are our lifeline.' One of the most striking stories came from Doan Trang, a surfer and mom from Dana Point, California. When the sirens started, she grabbed her son, checked an evacuation map, and started walking uphill, continuing for nearly two hours. 'We weren't panicked, but we knew we had to move,' she said. 'Once we crossed the bridge and saw the tsunami zone sign behind us, I felt peace.' They waited out the advisory at a Vietnamese restaurant. She says the authorities did a good job warning everybody. 'Because you do have to warn people. You know, the Thailand and everything in 2004. It's a big thing.' After the advisory was lifted, beaches reopened. But authorities still urged caution, saying strong currents may linger. Trang returned to the water, exhausted but thankful. 'I watched the waves and thought, wow … what a night,' she said. 'Could have been a lot worse. It could have been a lot of damage. And you know how it would've affected an area like this – but it didn't.' By the time sunset came 24 hours later, Waikiki had bounced back. Droves of tourists splashed in the surf. Children built sandcastles and couples posed by the iconic Duke Kahanamoku statue. Hawaii had weathered a tsunami. And everyone woke up to another day in paradise.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NYSE:NCLH) Welcomes New Independent Director Linda P. Jojo
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has been active recently, with the board welcoming Ms. Linda P. Jojo as an independent director and announcing enhancements for its ships, Norwegian Epic and Pride of America, to bolster the guest experience for the summer season. Meanwhile, the launch of Norwegian Aqua has added a new dimension to its offerings. Despite reporting a net loss for Q1 2025, the company's stock price moved upwards by 1.88% over the last month, slightly countering the 2.7% market decline during the same period. These developments might add weight to the broader market moves. We've identified 1 weakness with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings and understanding the impact should be part of your investment process. Uncover 16 companies that survived and thrived after COVID and have the right ingredients to survive Trump's tariffs. The recent steps taken by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, such as welcoming Ms. Linda P. Jojo to the board and enhancing their cruise ships, are likely to resonate positively with stakeholders, highlighting the company's commitment to improving guest experience and operational efficiency. These developments align with its broader strategic initiatives like the Norwegian Aqua launch, aimed at augmenting both revenue and earnings margins through fleet optimization and enhanced service offerings. Over the past five years, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' total shareholder return, including share price appreciation and dividends, was 10.60%. This performance offers a contrast to its one-year return, which matched the broader US market's 9% gain but lagged behind the US Hospitality industry's 11.6% rise in the same period, showcasing a mixed performance relative to peers. Analyst narratives surrounding revenue and earnings forecasts remain cautiously optimistic. The Aqua's introduction, coupled with app upgrades aimed at increasing pre-cruise revenue, may bolster both revenue and net margins, despite macroeconomic uncertainties. However, achieving the consensus price target of US$24.82 remains contingent on operational and financial metrics improving, as the current share price shows a 32.4% potential upside compared to this target. Investors are encouraged to evaluate these targets against their own expectations of the company's trajectory. Take a closer look at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' potential here in our financial health report. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include NYSE:NCLH. This article was originally published by Simply Wall St. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
