Last night, while checking into the Hilton Vienna, I had one of the most remarkable travel experiences of my life. The front desk clerk presented me with a gift, which I assumed was part of the … [Read more...] about Pre/Post River Cruise: In Vienna, Austria, A Tale Of Two Hotels
Six Points Of Differentiation: Viking Odin Review
After spending a week on Viking Odin, I now know there are at least six aspects that differentiates this vessel from its competitors. I'm not referring to aspects such as service and dining, because … [Read more...] about Six Points Of Differentiation: Viking Odin Review
Video: Viking Odin Attempting To Pass Under Bridge Two Inches Too Low
In this Avid Cruiser video, we show you the challenges of navigating parts of the Danube River during high water periods. The high water levels result not only from excess rain and melting snow but … [Read more...] about Video: Viking Odin Attempting To Pass Under Bridge Two Inches Too Low
Low Bridge Ahead: Two Inches Too Tall, Did Viking Odin Make It Under?
So did Viking Odin make it under the bridge I told you about yesterday? If you'll recall, she was two inches too tall to pass under a bridge crossing the Danube River (in case you missed the story … [Read more...] about Low Bridge Ahead: Two Inches Too Tall, Did Viking Odin Make It Under?
A Bridge Too Far: Viking Odin Two Inches Too Tall, Will She Make It?
At 8 p.m. last night, Viking Odin began to proceed upriver from Deggendorf, Germany, toward the Main-Danube Canal. We were running behind schedule thanks to Mother Nature. Rainfall and melting snow … [Read more...] about A Bridge Too Far: Viking Odin Two Inches Too Tall, Will She Make It?
The Passau Christmas Market: Gluhwein, Sengzelten, Puppet Theaters & An Early End To Our Cruise?
At the confluence of three rivers, Passau must be one of Europe's prettiest cities. It certainly has been one of the most beautiful on our Viking River Cruises' Christmas Markets voyage, which is … [Read more...] about The Passau Christmas Market: Gluhwein, Sengzelten, Puppet Theaters & An Early End To Our Cruise?