NORWEGIAN Cruise Line has replaced calls to Maui with an additional overnight in both Hilo and Nawiliwili, in response to the Hawaii wildfires. The replacement is through to the end of the month, to avoid stressing local resources battling the fires. Norwegian is supporting local relief efforts with a donation...
NORWEGIAN Cruise Line has replaced calls to Maui with an additional overnight in both Hilo and Nawiliwili, in response to the Hawaii wildfires.
The replacement is through to the end of the month, to avoid stressing local resources battling the fires.
Norwegian is supporting local relief efforts with a donation of $50,000 to nonprofit charity organisation Maui United Way.
The cruise line’s team aboard Pride of America, which sails itineraries in Hawaii, has also begun to mobilise donations of surplus inventory, including clothes, towels, and diapers, to the Hawaii Community Foundation.
“We are deeply saddened to hear about the wildfires currently impacting the town of Lahaina in Maui,” Norwegian said.
“We have a very special relationship with the people and islands of Hawaii, as we sail to the beautiful state year-round.
“As always, our top priority is the safety and security of our guests and crew…we will communicate further updates as appropriate.”
Meanwhile Princess Cruises said it is continuing to monitor the situation, and is reviewing the itineraries of its upcoming voyages to Maui.
“Our thoughts are with the local community and all those affected by the devastating wildfires in Maui,” Princess said.
“If any adjustments need to be made to our published itineraries, we will advise guests and our travel advisor partners.”
The series of wildfires has killed almost 100 people in the popular cruise destination of Lahaina, and has destroyed the town’s harbour (CW yesterday).
