Published July 9, 2023 1:07PM
SAN FRANCISCO – The Ruby Princess cruise ship set sail from Pier 27 in San Francisco on Sunday with 579 fewer passengers. The ship, which was scheduled for a 10-day Alaska voyage, had to cut its trip short due to damage caused by a collision with the pier.
The cruise line announced that the ship was ready to depart at 2:30 p.m. after receiving approval from the United States Coast Guard. The repairs were completed, and the ship passed inspection and certification.
Originally, there were 3,256 passengers booked for the cruise, but the number has now been reduced to 2,677 guests. The crew size remained the same at 1,161.
Guests were given the option to cancel their cruise with a 100% refund and a 50% credit for a future trip. Those who chose to continue their trip on the Ruby Princess will receive a 75% refund and a 75% credit for a future voyage.
Katherine and Patrick Hanson, a couple from Northern California, decided to remain on the ship despite the incident. They praised the captain and crew for their handling of the situation.
“The captain has been great, he has been notifying us step by step, making announcements,” Katherine Hanson said. The couple chose to make the most of their shortened trip, stating, “Let’s just roll with it, you only live once. It was an accident better to happen here than in the middle of the ocean.”
The ship had collided with the pier on Thursday morning, causing a gash in its underside. Crews worked tirelessly throughout the weekend to repair the hole in time for Sunday’s departure.
The Ruby Princess will make stops in Ketchikan on July 12 and Prince Rupert on July 13 before returning to San Francisco on July 16.
The cause of the initial crash is currently under investigation by the U.S. Coast Guard.
How did the Ruby Princess cruise ship sustain damage from a collision with the pier?
The Ruby Princess cruise ship embarked on its Alaska voyage from Pier 27 in San Francisco on Sunday, albeit with 579 fewer passengers than originally planned. The ship had to cut its trip short due to damage sustained from a collision with the pier.
After receiving approval from the United States Coast Guard, the cruise line announced that the ship was ready to depart at 2:30 p.m. The necessary repairs were completed, and the ship passed inspection and certification.
Initially, there were 3,256 passengers booked for the cruise, but now the number has been reduced to 2,677 guests. The crew size remains the same at 1,161.
Passengers were given the choice to cancel their cruise with a full refund and a 50% credit for a future trip. Those who decided to continue their trip on the Ruby Princess will receive a 75% refund and a 75% credit for a future voyage.
Despite the incident, Katherine and Patrick Hanson, a couple from Northern California, chose to remain on the ship. They commended the captain and crew for their handling of the situation.
“The captain has been great, he has been notifying us step by step, making announcements,” Katherine Hanson said. The couple decided to make the most of their shortened trip, stating, “Let’s just roll with it, you only live once. It was an accident better to happen here than in the middle of the ocean.”
The ship collided with the pier on Thursday morning, resulting in a gash on its underside. Crews worked tirelessly over the weekend to repair the hole in time for Sunday’s departure.
The Ruby Princess will now make stops in Ketchikan on July 12 and Prince Rupert on July 13 before returning to San Francisco on July 16.
The cause of the initial crash is currently under investigation by the U.S. Coast Guard.
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It’s disappointing to see more challenges for Ruby Princess Cruise Ship after the recent pier collision. Hopefully, the reduced passenger count will allow for a safer and smoother journey ahead.
It’s reassuring to see that the Ruby Princess cruise ship has taken proactive measures by departing San Francisco with a reduced passenger count after the recent pier collision. Safety should always be the top priority for such travels, ensuring a better experience for all on board.