10 Things to Know Before Taking A Viking River Cruise
Viking River Cruises allow you to explore amazing world-renowned rivers like the Danube, the Rhine or the Elbe. You can even explore the far-off lands of Russia or China. A Viking River Cruise is an amazing way to take advantage of all the glorious things these destinations have to offer. My husband and I have taken 3 Viking River Cruises and each one is better than the last.
Before you hop onboard a Viking River Cruise though, there are a few things you should be aware of.
Things to Know Before Your Viking River Cruise
1. There are not many extra costs – Once you have paid for your Viking River Cruise, you are pretty much done. There are many things included in your cruise at no extra cost. Daily tours, meals and unlimited wine and beer with lunch and dinner are just some of those things.
2. They are casual – While you may want to pack some nice outfits for dinner, you need not do much more. These cruises are generally casual, allowing you to dress in comfort.
3. Inform the staff of special occasions– The staff will go out of their way to make your occasions special. So birthdays, anniversaries or any special occasions at all.
4. Wifi– Viking Cruises advertise that they have wifi on board and they certainly do. Since I work online it is important to have access to the Internet. I was able to submit any work I needed to while we cruised. So while you are cruising you should have no problem checking emails, uploading a video or using social media.
5. They are all about the destination – While the ship itself is incredible, these cruises are primarily about the destination. They encourage you to leave the ship and explore the culture and history of your destination.
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6. The food is amazing – The food alone is generally worth the cost of the trip. While you may not expect it, the fare is delicious and high end. Be prepared to eat, a lot.
7. Great for every age of adult – You must be 18 to board a Viking River Cruise, but any age after that will enjoy themselves. There are activities that will appeal to adults of every age and stage of life.
8. River cruises differ from ocean cruises – Ocean cruises are on a much larger ship and feature a wider variety of entertainment and restaurants. The Viking River Cruises allow for a more intimate experience. In addition, you usually dock overnight at one of the many ports and this gives you the chance to explore the destinations in the evenings.
9. Stress-free – Viking River Cruises are a great and stress-free way to explore several different places at once. They offer up an amazing opportunity to relax and travel without worries.
10. Don’t forget to explore the ship – No matter what Viking River Cruise ship you are on, take the time to truly explore the ship and take in everything it has to offer. You won’t regret it.
Before you take a Viking River Cruise you will want to be prepared. While there are a few things you should know, the most important of all is that you will enjoy yourself.
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