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An Illinois family's Hawaiian vacation turned chaotic due to a tsunami warning triggered by a powerful earthquake off Russia. While touring volcanoes near Hilo, the family faced a frantic rush back to port, witnessing hundreds of people stranded as their cruise ship departed. After a harrowing journey through congested traffic to a high school gymnasium, they spent 19 hours onshore before their ship returned. Norwegian Cruise Line offered a 20% cruise refund and reimbursement for island expenses.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.