There is a lot of speculation about how the boat sank and if it was only bad weather that played a part, or if any man-made factors contributed.
The Egyptian Red Sea governor has ruled out the possibility of a technical error behind the sinking. He made it clear the boat was safe and went through all the necessary checks.
Meanwhile, the Egyptian navy has been taking the lead in the rescue operations. It is understood this is still going on, as no official statement has said otherwise.
But the survivors have been kept away from the press. The local authorities say they are in good condition.
"We’re surprised that our Foreign Office can’t pressure anybody in Egypt," says Jenny's father Michael.
Sea cruises and diving tours are very popular among European tourists who visit the Red Sea, known for its clear waters and magnificent marine life. The Sea Story sailed off from Marsa Allam on a five-day trip that was supposed to end in Hurghada, another famous resort.
There are now concerns the incident could have serious repercussions on the tourism industry in the area.
Jenny, who works for the Devon Wildlife Trust and Tariq, an IT professional, had visited Egypt a few times before, and also went on diving trips in different countries around the world, the family said.
Pamela says: "Everything Jenny and her husband do is highly considered; they do proper research before travelling anywhere. They are not the type of people who take anything at face value."