Fears over Red Sea situation benefit cruise tourism in the Caribbean
29-02-24
Continued fears over violence in the Red Sea forced Virgin Voyages to divert its upcoming Resilient Lady repositioning voyages from Australia to Athens. Now, the shipping line is canceling all of its plans for the 2024/25 season, which included a second season in Australia.
"Following these recent changes and based on the regional and governmental advice we have received, we remain very concerned about potential escalations in the Red Sea over the next 12 months," the line said in a statement. "This significant and ongoing conflict places unacceptable risks to safe passage through the region for our seafarers, crew and vessel (Resilient Lady)."