Luxury cruise liner Crystal Symphony was diverted to the Bahamas after a U.S. judge granted an order to seize the vessel as part of a lawsuit over unpaid fuel. (Photo: Bruce Smith) ASSOCIATED PRESSP assengers on a two-week luxury cruise were kept on board an extra day when the ship suddenly changed course. It’s not unusual for cruise ships to make an itinerary change even after a sailing is underway. Cruise contracts typically stipulate that the cruise line has sole discretion to change an itinerary with no obligation to financially compensate the passengers for any inconvenience. “Please note that we are not able to comment on pending legal matters at this time,” said Crystal Cruises’ statement.

Source: Forbes January 24, 2022 14:59 UTC