Cruising often conjures up images of kids overcrowding the pool, herds of people being shuttled from place to place and forking out for exxy extras but Viking is changing this perception by shaking up the cruising game.
Destination focused. Carefully curated. Culturally immersive.
As the world’s leading small ship cruise line, Viking offers an array of highly inclusive itineraries and outstanding onboard services. While they offer all this, they also pride themselves on not being all things for all people.
Here is a checklist to see if a Viking cruise isn’t for you.
You enjoy watching the cabin walls
There are no inside staterooms on Viking ships, leaving your poor eyes to witness the beautiful European vistas while being forced to breathe fresh air.
You’re not into floating galleries
The idea of a large collection of historical artwork adorning hallways doesn’t tickle your fancy. Let’s not even mention the self-guided audio tours available.
You adore the sound of screaming children
If the gentle roar from a herd of children is your preferred background noise, perhaps Viking isn’t for you. They are strictly adults only, with an emphasis on serenity.
You look forward to paying for annoying extras
Are you the type of person that loves reaching into your pocket every day on holidays? Do you enjoy paying port charges, surcharges, meal charges, spa charges, water charges, fresh air charges … oh wait, haven’t the cabins been mentioned? Anyway, the point is Viking include these services in their upfront cost.
You always back black when it’s red
Instead of the sparkling lights of Paris, you’d prefer to watch a flashing coin machine gobble up all your spare change. There are no casinos on board Viking ships so you can spend your hard earned money making memories onshore.
You have no interest in leaving the ship
With fewer sailing days and unique excursions at each port, Viking is ideal for immersing yourself in a destination. Viking also specializes in resident historians and guest lecturers eager to enlighten you with each new location. But don’t worry; you’re just here for the sun-baking right?
Your suitcase is best bulging with ball gowns
Viking has no formal nights, so no need for the arduous preparation that comes with them. Just relaxed atmospheres to enjoy destination-focused dining with a side of iconic cultural performances.
You don’t understand the cafe culture fuss
Prefer a sachet of instant coffee over a freshly extracted latte? Viking’s complimentary specialty coffee and tea probably wouldn’t mean much to you then.
Viking Cruises aren’t a generic experience designed for everyone and that’s precisely the point. They aren’t for everyone – but they may just be for you!
If you’re still not convinced, head over to the Viking website here.
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Written by Jess Buchan, a Karryon contributor.
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