Reputation of Viking Ocean Cruises and the extended time at sea. We had high expectations of this cruise and Viking overwhelmingly exceeded everyone of them. The ship was immaculate, food was over the top delicious, entertainment was great , stateroom and attendant… the best, and ALL staff on the ship - from the officers to the maintenance people were FABULOUS!!! We left from Fort Lauderdale and arrived in Barcelona. Viking arranged a 3 day stay for us in Barcelona which was beautiful with wonderful people. Hotel accommodations were excellent along with breakfasts provided! It also included all transportation to and from airport and hotel and airfare from Barcelona back to US.
The ship was outstanding in all ways. Each restaurant was excellent with fantastic service - far, far above our expectations. All decorations were a very classy Nordic look. The Explorers Lounge was an extremely nice place to have a drink and relax as the ship sailed. BEST TRIP EVER!!
Clean, spacious, lots of storage and huge bathroom with large shower.