Veendam propeller issue cancels cruise from Québec

Passengers embarked Saturday in Québec City where the ship stayed overnight and was scheduled to depart at 4 p.m. Sunday. All guest services and safety systems on board were fully operational, the line said.

A HAL spokeswoman told Seatrade Insider specifics on the exact problem and where repairs would take place were still being assessed. It has not been determined if a drydock is needed.

Passengers will receive a full refund of their cruise fare and a future cruise credit of 100% of the fare paid. The line also assisted passengers with travel arrangements home.