Celebrity Infinity Cancelled — Stranded in Athens — Now What

Editorial Summary

The creators recount their experience after their February 3rd Celebrity Infinity cruise was cancelled, leaving them stranded in Athens, Greece. They describe the significant ripple effects of the cancellation, noting that many passengers were not notified until the day of the cruise and faced unexpected financial burdens. The couple details their attempts to navigate the situation, including a failed plan to visit the island of Hydra due to ferry cancellations and a taxi strike. They explain how they had to repeatedly adjust their travel plans, moving from a planned hotel stay to a seaside town called Matapan to avoid flight delays and hotel shortages in Barcelona. Despite the logistical challenges and the costs associated with changing flights and hiring transportation, the creators conclude that they made the best of the situation by experiencing local Greek culture, food, and island day trips. They also provide an update regarding the February 27th sailing, noting that the ship has begun sailing trials. While they have yet to receive reimbursements for their expenses, they emphasize that no one was injured during the initial incident.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.