Originally Posted by
GUWonder
Maybe Norwegian is hoping to get some cruise lines to tide it over financially and/or is desperately trying to grab the attention of some competitor airline’s backers for an investment (that is unlikely to happen given the UAE has been on a cutback spree when it comes to airlines). I can’t see Aegean/Olympic having any real worry about this, and starting US service because of Norwegian isn’t going to happen.
the departure time from ATH is too brutal for cruise passengers. 11am and after is more cruise passengers friendly. The current schedule requires an overnight in ATH.
the departure time from ATH is more likely targeting ATH O&D market.