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Question 11
11. Hari and Reyna booked a honeymoon package at Anya Resort (AR) in Palawan
which included transportation from Batangas to Palawan, and vice versa, via M/B
Prinsesa owned and operated by AR. Despite PAGASA storm warning bulletins,
M/B Prinsesa proceeded to ferry Hari and Reyna from the port of Batangas to
Palawan. While in open seas, the boat was hit by big waves and eventually
capsized, drowning Hari and Reyna. When sued by the heirs of the couple, AR
denied liability on the ground that it is not a common carrier, as M/B Prinsesa is
not available to the general public or other tourists, and exclusively ferries resort
guests and crew members. AR further argued that they did not charge Hari and
Reyna separate fees to board M/B Prinsesa. Are the arguments of AR correct?
Discuss your answer.
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