Viking Cruises Named “World’s Best” In 2019
When it comes to cruising and especially international cruises, a lot of people opt out simply because they don’t know what to expect. Many couples – and especially seasonal travelers – want the same amenities, comfort, and perks that you would receive at home or at a hotel while cruising the rivers and oceans of the world. Luckily, Viking Cruises has it all. Not only is the company a leader in the travel and cruise industry, but they have also been named the number one ocean cruise line four years in a row. Here’s why.
Viking River Cruises Best Cruise Line in The World
According to Travel + Leisure, there’s a good reason why readers are voting Viking Cruises are their favorite river cruise line in the world. It is a huge honor for the cruise line, as many travelers believe they set the standard when it comes to comfortable cruising, especially when it comes to their cabins, facilities, food, and service. Plus, there’s no denying that they are also at the top of the league when you look at their long list of itineraries and destinations, along with their excursion offers and activities and their value.
Viking Cruises has been designed for the traveler who has an interest in history, art, music, and cuisine. What makes the company so unique is that their ships are small enough to get their guests closer to their destinations with more of an intimate feel. They also give more time at each port and more overnights. And just to think, they’ve only been doing this for a short time now and are already ahead of the pack.
Chairman of Viking Torstein Hagen recently said, “It is an unprecedented honor for a four-year-old ocean cruise line to be voted the world’s best ocean cruise line four years in a row. When we set out to reinvent ocean cruising, we know travelers wanted something different and were interested in our destination-focused approach. We are pleased with the positive response from the travel industry and our guests. Thank you once again to the readers of Travel + Leisure for this prestigious award.”
All aboard for four years in a row as @TravelLeisure's World's Best Ocean Cruise Line!
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— Viking (@VikingCruises) July 10, 2019
Travelers Love Decor, Dining & Cultural Immersions
What’s more, a lot of travelers love Viking for their clean, sophisticated and Scandinavian-inspired décor. Even though there are always available American classics on board, guests can also dine at each one of their destinations. If that weren’t enough, there’s also a true focus on cultural immersion experiences both on board and on shore as well. There are Viking Chef-hosted trips to local farmers markets, tea at home with local residents and visits with local families and schoolchildren to give you a one-of-a-kind and unforgettable cruise.
Look for Viking in Travel + Leisure’s July issue, which is available on newsstands now. The full results of the awards can be found at the Travel + Leisure site here.
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