We wanted to experience Viking's new ocean vessel which is the best experience ever. I am ready to go again on September 2017. Everything was impeccable and I do mean everything. Having a veranda is the best. We love viking and have done the river cruises as well which are excellent. We are sold on Viking Cruises. The staff is the best and we are always made to feel special. The excursions and choices are perfect and seamless with getting off the ship and to the buses. I've never experienced a cruise whereby the captain is visible and eating in the venues with the passengers. All other ships have one night dinner with the captain which is too formal for me. I love the choices of restaurants on Viking Star. The health club is state of the art too. I didn't miss a work out. We love the bathroom in the cabin which was also spacious and comfortable.