It was such a relief to board this beautiful vessel and not have any concerns about safety or coordinating our activities during our 18-day trip. All Viking staff were extremely polite, friendly, and helpful in every way. We particularly appreciated the daily supply of clean and comfortable linens and towels. The bed, pillows and comforter were unbelievably comfortable and we slept very soundly. The very timely and clear communications were very helpful. Not only did we have an itinerary in our room every evening, we also had a daily presentation in the relaxing bar to explain what to see and expect on the next day's tours. The Cruise Director, Dominic, deserves special mention and praise for his endless patience and good humor. He took a personal interest in all passengers and made us all feel like his personal friends. He is also extremely funny, and a talented singer. He added an additional quality of delight to the cruise that is difficult to quantify. Kudos, Dominic! The tours were first rate, with extremely knowledgeable guides who also possessed excellent communication skills. We learned so much about history, and loved the beautiful cities we visited. The food and drink were gourmet quality and delicious. Good variety and many options. I am lactose intolerant, and the wait staff remembered my dietary restrictions and made good recommendations. The bar staff excelled in preparing my nightly Old Fashioned, and on many occasions offered free champagne, roses, chocolate dipped strawberries, and other surprises that were very much enjoyed, and very much appreciated. Thank you! Oh, the free movie selection on TV was great! I enjoyed watching "The Sound of Music" after visiting Salzburg, Austria - where it was originally filmed. We cannot thank Viking enough for all the attention and care they gave us during our trip. They deserve a bigger gratuity than was suggested! BTW - We've also taken the Mediterranean Odyssey Ocean Cruise. Both trips were an excellent value. Thanks!
Beautifully furnished and extremely efficient. Loved the veranda! The linens were luxurious and comfortable. The TV had many movie options and news channels. The toiletries were top quality and I loved them. A superior experience! Thanks!