This was my second Viking Cruise and it was even better than the first one, and I didn't think that was possible. From the staff that met us at the airport to every person on the ship everyone was friendly, helpful and a pleasure to be around. The food was superb and the wait staff always remembered we had the Silver Sprit package and offered suggestions for great wine parings for dinner.
The excursions were well planned and the guides very knowledgeable. The Beer Tour of Cologne was perhaps the most fun and laughs I have had in a long time. The German singers that were on one night were great and the entire dining room singing along with them was wonderful.
Our fellow travelers were interesting and enjoyable to meet and get to know. I made several friendships that have continued well after the trip and we are looking forward to planning another Viking Cruise in 2018.
The French Balcony was an upgrade form our first trip and it was well worth the additional cost. It was nice to be able to have such a nice view right form the room.