40-Knot Winds Stranded 700 Passengers: Noordam Incident 2026

6,791 views · 67 likes · 2 comments · Jan 20, 2026 · 4:43 · Long
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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

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