We chose this cruise and Viking as we got great feedback from others.They were just the best staff ever,rooms were clean food was fantastic,not one person complained about the cruise ,and we all said would do it again with Viking.Off shore excursions were all included in the price ,No hidden nasty surprises ,all tipping was included,and best of all the wines spirits beer was in the price not like the others,and cocktails,by the end of the cruise my husband was called Johnny after Johnny Walker as there was one waiting for him every meal(and beyond) .The staff were all so HAPPY and they loved their work,it does make a difference.Embarking and disembarking was made easy ,we did nothing it all fell into place .At the end of the cruise they took us to the airport and the Viking staff even pointed out which way to our plane.Do your self a faver and go while you can enjoy the world.