Gwendy Posted January 16, 2023 #1 Share Posted January 16, 2023 Informed on Monday we would be missing Noumea because of engine problems which meant we could not get there on time. On board screen showing 17 knots at times (?), lots of on board activities programmed for time we were supposed to be in Noumea, obviously entertainment staff knew we were not docking well ahead of time. Also missing Port Vila, still going to Lifou and Mystery island now added. All a bit strange. All passengers were “graciously” given $50 as compensation. I suspect there is a problem with docking as there are now only 2 tender ports. Will see when we get back to Brisbane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare arxcards Posted January 16, 2023 #2 Share Posted January 16, 2023 How strange. Yes, the crossing between Brisbane & Noumea is tight. They normally run at an average of 19kn to get there for an afternoon arrival. Dropping Vila as well is puzzling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare arxcards Posted January 16, 2023 #3 Share Posted January 16, 2023 There is a storm front that will affect Vila from tomorrow afternoon. That may have something to do with them dropping their visit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted January 16, 2023 #4 Share Posted January 16, 2023 I think it may be the storm as well as timing issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hogbay Posted January 18, 2023 #5 Share Posted January 18, 2023 Lomanosa dropped Port Douglas and is overnighting in Cairns due bad weather . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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