First Impressions: Aboard Viking Polaris On The Great Lakes

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Hi from Killarney, on Georgian Bay in Canada! We are now on our third day aboard Viking Polaris, and so far, the trip has been great. This is my first time sailing on one of Viking’s expedition ships, and the ship itself has been one of the biggest standouts. At 378 guests, Polaris falls somewhere […]

Viking Grows Its Longship Fleet With The Viking Eldir

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Viking has taken delivery of the Viking Eldir, its newest 190-guest Longship, which will sail the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers. The ship brings Viking’s signature Scandinavian design, Aquavit Terrace and two-room suites to itineraries including the Grand European Tour and Christmas on the Rhine — part of a fleet expansion that will bring Viking to 112 river ships by 2028.

Mississippi River Cruises: Compare 2026-2027 Lines & Prices

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Mississippi River cruises offer one of the most immersive ways to experience the history, culture and landscapes of the United States. Stretching more than 2,300 miles from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico, the Mississippi flows through America’s heartland, connecting 10 states, dozens of river towns and some of the country’s most iconic cities. Whether […]

American Cruise Lines vs Viking: Comparing Mississippi River Cruises

AMERICAN CRUISE LINES VS VIKING

If you’re looking at cruising the Mississippi, you really have two choices: American Cruise Lines or Viking. A few smaller companies do offer shorter trips of three or four days, but those are more regional outfits and not the focus here. For most travelers planning a weeklong or longer itinerary, American and Viking are the […]

Coming In 2027: Viking’s First River Cruise Through India

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Viking has announced its first-ever river cruises in India, launching in 2027 with a new 15-day Wonders of India itinerary. The journey will include an eight-day cruise on the Brahmaputra River aboard the Viking Brahmaputra, a purpose-built 80-guest vessel currently under construction. Sailing between Guwahati and Nimati Ghat in the northeastern state of Assam, the […]