40-Knot Winds Stranded 700 Passengers: Noordam Incident 2026
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The crew handled the situation perfectly.
It really demonstrates the skill and expertise of the tender pilots who were able to manage the situation and ensure safety if not comfort for everyone.
The Nordam continues its journey. Despite the brief squall, which made the visit to Kirwina Island much more memorable than anticipated.
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In this video: * The sudden storm impact off Kiriwina Island. * First-hand accounts from passengers Paul and Carol. * Why the tenders were safe despite the scary footage. * The rest of the Noordam's itinerary. Episodes: 0:00 - A Cruise Turn for the Worse 0:52 - The 42-Day Voyage & Arrival at Kiriwina 1:45 - 40-Knot Winds 2:50 - 90 Minutes on Rocking Boats 4:05 - How Tender Boats Handle Storms 5:10 - Passenger Reactions & Praise for the Crew 6:00 - Continuing the Journey to Auckland #cruise #storm #hollandamericaline #noordam #papuanewguinea