Last year at this time, this space featured a look ahead — 2012: The Year of the River Cruise. Certainly, we were informed and expected 2012 to be a good year for river cruising. What … [Read more...] about River Cruising 2013: A Look At Some Of The New Programs In The Year Ahead
Viking River Cruises introduces Memories of Mandalay Itinerary
For California-based Viking River Cruises, the focus as of late has been on the company's innovative new Viking Longships, of which 24 will be in service by the end of 2014 in one of the largest … [Read more...] about Viking River Cruises introduces Memories of Mandalay Itinerary
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?
Water Levels and European River Cruising
This week, Ralph Grizzle is sailing aboard Viking River Cruises’ elegant new Viking Odin, one of six Viking Longships that entered service this year, and part of a larger order that will see ten … [Read more...] about Water Levels and European River Cruising