Our Cruise Was Cancelled Halfway Through

Cruise With Ben and David

Cruise With Ben and David

👁️ 196K views📅 5 days ago⏱️ 35:25

Uniworld River Cruises

Viking Cruise Lines

What This Creator Said

1½ Sad Bacon

Creator Had Mixed FeelingsCruise Vlog🏅Authority CreatorSponsored

❤️ Best for CoupleOtherFrom PassauOccasional Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

We were having such an amazing time on this ship behind us until things went really badly wrong.

The water levels in Europe on the Danube we're sailing the Danube from Passau in Germany to Budapest in Hungary.

It is probably the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in. It is wonderful.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Be aware that river levels can fluctuate, causing cruises to be canceled or shortened.

✓Check the fitness levels and mobility requirements for river cruises as they can involve a lot of walking and coach travel.

✓Be aware that docked ships may have limited views due to being positioned close to other vessels or river walls.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

River levels affecting travel — Be aware that rivers can get too low or too high, affecting navigation.

Mobility and physical activity — River cruising can be tiring with lots of walking and coach tours; check if the ship has lifts and if the itinerary suits your fitness.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat happens when a river cruise is canceled halfway through due to low water levels?

QHow do different cruise lines compensate passengers for itinerary changes?

QWhat are the potential downsides of river cruising regarding mobility and views?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing4 Sad BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconItinerary Route2½ Sad BaconDrink Package4 Sad BaconDining Buffet2½ Happy BaconSafety Medical1 Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Budapest4 Happy Bacon

Top: Sunset cruise on a local boat

Vienna3 Happy Bacon

How to read the Trip Bacon Score

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Sad Bacon — creators took issue with this

Meh — no strong opinion either way

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YouTube Video Description↓

Find out why our cruise could not continue. Go to https://squarespace.com/benanddavid to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code benanddavid This video is sponsored by Squarespace. ------------ ⭐ By joining our Patreon, you’re not just helping us… you’re becoming part of this journey. In return, you’ll get full bonus videos made just for you, early access, ad-free viewing, behind-the-scenes content, a monthly live video call, a postcard, your name in our credits, and so much more. Join now: https://www.patreon.com/benanddavid Check out our NEW travel channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Ben-and-David --- 00:00 Our Cruise was Cancelled Halfway Through! 09:32 The Hidden Flaw of River Cruising: Blocked Views 11:28 Comparing Cruise Line Cancellations (Viking vs. Avalon vs. Uniworld) 14:15 Important Warnings: Activity Levels & Mobility Needs 15:44 The 5-Hour Bus Transfer to Budapest 16:48 Arriving in Budapest & Hotel Check-In Chaos 17:52 Trying Authentic Hungarian Goulash & Lángos 20:25 Marriott Hotel Breakdown & Value Reality Check 25:32 Exploring Budapest On Foot 26:54 Magical Sunset Night Cruise on the Danube 30:52 Final Morning & Journey Back to Yorkshire 31:48 2 Weeks Later: Final Verdict & Complaint Update