**A family's planned trip to Disneyland Paris was canceled due to Eurostar disruptions caused by an unexploded World War II bomb, leaving them heartbroken as they anticipated making cherished memories with their daughter.**
**Make-A-Wish Trip Canceled: Heartbreak for Family After Eurostar Delays**
**Make-A-Wish Trip Canceled: Heartbreak for Family After Eurostar Delays**
**A terminally ill girl's dream vacation to Disneyland Paris derailed by a bomb scare.**
A Birmingham family is experiencing heartache after their eagerly anticipated Make-A-Wish trip to Disneyland Paris was abruptly canceled due to disruptions on Eurostar services. The cause of the delays was the discovery of an unexploded bomb from World War II near Gare du Nord station in Paris.
Toni Mannion, the mother of five-year-old Daisy, who suffers from a rare metabolic disorder known as Nonketotic hyperglycinemia (NKH), expressed her devastation. "We're gutted," she said, emphasizing their intention of creating special memories on this once-in-a-lifetime trip.
Despite hopes that service would be restored following the bomb's defusal on Friday afternoon, Mannion was unable to arrange alternative transportation to the French capital for her daughter, whose health conditions require significant care. "I know that Make-A-Wish will try to reschedule, but it's just so disappointing," she remarked, her voice breaking.
Travelers were also affected throughout Friday, facing interruptions as many found themselves stranded across the Channel, uncertain of their return. However, some, like Vicky and her mother Jo, chose to adapt to the situation and extend their stay in Paris. "We decided to make the most of the situation," Vicky mentioned, noting their spontaneous visit to iconic locations like the Eiffel Tower.
Frustration mounted for others, as numerous travelers reported issues with the Eurostar app, including a couple from Nottingham, Bob and Mavis, who expressed distress over lengthy wait times and hotel expenses incurred due to the disruptions. "We've been stuck trying to rebook all day long," Mavis lamented.
While the Eurostar's chief safety officer Simon Lejeune apologized for the travel complications, the emotional toll on families like Mannion's remains profound. With Daisy's limited life expectancy, moments to cherish, such as their planned outing to Disneyland, become even more precious.
