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When booking your excursions, book your paid excursions first.  They are not yours until paid for and then go back for the included excursion booking.

On 6/21/2022 at 7:44 PM, Mich3554 said:

You didn’t mention wanting to see the menu before you sailed, just before you made your reservations.  TBH, I have yet to make a reservation before I sail and make reservations for both restaurants once I’m on board.  

I have only been in V cabin who gets no advance reservations for dining.  I do it when I board but I do wish we had an idea of proposed schedule with description so we could get things in order before we board.  A lot of activity on the first day on board so we could at least have a plan.

On 7/26/2021 at 6:53 PM, Cienfuegos said:

Our 2019 Viking Cruise docked at the "yacht pier" in downtown Barcelona, alongside the World Trade Center.  It was exceptionally convenient.

It docked there when we were on it but that was an unusual location as we were first assigned to the second location after you cross the bridge. We were notified of the  switch a few weeks before the cruise.  I have learned that Barcelona had established some new rules about docking so that might effect where you dock as well. Your overnight might not be at the location we are speaking of.  Do plan the extra days in Barcelona.  There is so much to do .  We Stayed at Hotel Gaudi, across the street from Paulau Guell which is shown on most maps.  Our room overlooked their rooftop and we could see the Columbus Column and the Med. from our balcony.  The rooftop of the hotel had 360 degree view.  About a half block off Las Ramblas, the center of old town.

22 hours ago, FirstTimeFreddy said:

Viking Daily - Viking Venus

Day 6 - Split, Croatia

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Let me say that our included tour was wonderful.  Well worth your time.

On 7/18/2021 at 6:33 PM, slewis7 said:

Not enough, if any, to make a lasting impression.

 

Edit: I just mentioned this thread to my wife and she suggested I add specifically that the DV1 closet space was on the small side.

All V and DV cabins have the same size closets.  People complained about storage space, then they started adding extra drawers in the closet.  I've only been on the Star in V cabins and there was more than enough storage space for 13 and 15 day cruises.  I you bring a 50 lb bag and a carry-on you will have space for everything in these circumstances and you can use the suitcase under your bed for a few extras, if needed.  I needed warm and cooler clothes for both trips. If the drawers are in the closet, you looses some hanging space but you have those drawers.  I travel with friends and have the closet the same on both sides is ideal in my situation.  No one feels they have to compromise.

They also have room to open up the dining room for al fresco dining but I've only seen it in videos.

On 7/25/2021 at 9:13 PM, rizello said:

Hello:

 

We are booked on the August 13 Malta/Greek Isles itinerary.  We have booked several paid excursions for the trip, but would love to hear from travelers going before regarding what excursions were worth it, which ones were less interesting, etc.

 

We booked the paid excursion in Malta for a walking tour in Valetta and Mdina.  Pricey, but looks very interesting.  Curious if anyone else has done it.

 

I am not sure when the Greek Isles itinerary starts, but if someone has insights on some of the excursions, it would be greatly appreciated.

 

Thanks!

On Youtube, Cruise Companions is doing a cruise out of Malta.  The are doing a few episodes about preboarding and anticipation and then day by day vlogs.  Don't know about your cruise so it may not be the same but it will give you ideas about your cruise.  I'm pretty sure they are also first time Viking cruisers 

This is where we docked in 2016 and I have seen more recent reports that also docked there.  We did an off ship excursion that met us in the terminal the both days and delivered us back on time.  Much cheaper than the Viking options.  With doing the Viking options, most will begin and start at the ship so that will take more traveling time in the day.

On 4/16/2021 at 2:46 PM, TayanaLorna said:

oh that is HAS a planetarium

They are not on every ship.  I believe only 2 ships have them and the Venus(the newest) does not.

So, I have only stayed on deck 3.  One V1 and one V2.  I was in Clay's cabin,  3010 and heard no noise from the theater.  This is a port cabin.  V1 I was in 3074.  heard no noise, again a port side cabin.  I was usually at the shows or during the days, I was on excursions.  In the 2 cruises I only had 2 sea days.  If you don't involve yourself with the destinations you might experience something that I didn't. 

Rules for the excursions seem to be evolving daily, as more get vaccinated.  By your cruise it might be back to where it was.  Alla here.  19 hours of tour in 2 days.  Early in Hermitage, loved the restaurant meal.  Could not be happier.

So this isn't your cruise and I have seen no info but if enough people are on the excursion from the ship dining times will be extended.  Example; Viking Homeland Berlin day.  We wanted to go to Chef's Table but were getting back late and were told to get back to the cabin and then come n down. 66% of Berlin excursion and dining  hours would be very flexible on our return around 8:30.

42 minutes ago, Minnie29 said:

Thank you for your comments which I find extremely interesting. 
we are very excited now to experience all that Viking Ocean has to offer. It sounds amazing. As you commented, the Cunard public spaces are incredible and very Art Deco. We loved the atmosphere but for me the cabin lacked that five star finish, especially the bathroom.
From what I can gather the cabins onboard Viking ships are sophisticated elegance with all the modern touches. We splashed out and booked a Penthouse veranda for some extra room. 
We have already reserved two nights in Manfredis and we can’t wait to sample the food there. Any recommendations?
 

Manfredis has many choices but the prime rib has been rated the best steak at sea.  It's all subjective.  Not really a bad choice in the place.  my choice for a restaurant experience is Chef's Table, though it sometimes gets a bad rap from diners with conservative taste buds.  I'm not opposed to some variety in the menu but not adventurous but open and have always enjoyed the meals here.  I try to make every change to broaden my taste and not my budget.  Some have spoken well of the sushi in the world Cafe but this is not my dish.  Success Cake, Split Pea Soup and waffles in Mamsems have been praised and the Pool Grill has good Pool Grill food.  I loved the variety of World Cafe to start the day off and the waffles here are a little different than Mamsem's.  The coffee at the Living Room Bar wins the taste test.

Can't tell you about the line you mentioned but I think on Viking that would require a different booking.  I know under past conditions, if you change a name the booking is cancelled and you are required to rebook.

On my last cruise, both he got a referral discount and  so did I that was used as a discount of the cruise we were booking.  We did not have to wait until we took another cruise is my point.

On 5/14/2021 at 2:24 PM, SantaFe1 said:

Well, you can still get them without the drinks package, you will just have to pay for them.

I think you are paying for them if you get the drinks pkg., they just charge you up front so no money at the time of consumption.

Steve Rhodes has just posted about this on his website on Facebook  He's signed for a Bermuda cruise and will post more after that---if it goes.

On 4/11/2021 at 8:31 PM, dwlmg said:

It is very disappointing that Viking could support the Around England, Bermuda, and Iceland cruises as quickly as they did on My Viking Journey while support for the Mississippi cruises has been 'Coming Soon' for a year.

Very easy to understand since they have been sailing in the areas you said they are supporting.  They still are finalizing things on the Mississippi.

I've done V1 and V2.  In the past you can not make dinner reservations until yo board.  Never really had a problem getting them but I usually board at the first opportunity(11 am).  You can check the excursions for the ports on the itinerary portion of your cruise webpage on the Viking sight.  The included will be noted as such on each day.  The other excursions will probably be offered but they can also change by the time of booking.  I have experienced walking tours that are included so the destination makes a difference.  You should be able to make reservations for that 60 days out from sailing.  If you don't get what you want, keep trying because things can be added but there is no waiting list so it's up to you.  Also, most of these excursions  will have more than one group at each time listed.

On 4/7/2021 at 9:03 PM, TakingFlight said:

In fact I’ve gotten the impression that the correct procedure is to call Viking and speak with whatever agent answers the phone. They can always solve my issues and seem happy to do so. 

I have done 2 cruises with Viking and really liked my agent but he is now training.  Anyway, I was interested in doing the Med Odyssey cruise but there was only one listed.  I inquired if they might be canceling that cruise but he assured me that there would be more announced but he didn't know when.  A day or two later I called and spoke to whoever answered the phone and told them of my situation.  He was able to tell me when they would be offered and when they would go on sale.  I called my agent and informed him and we were booked on the first cruise to be up for grabs.  Great cruise in 18.  He wondered how I got the information and I told him I just called the company and someone there had the answers.

5 minutes ago, ClevelandKid said:

Hi all,

 

Got a quickie question - we have done 2 cruises but because we had shore excursions every day we never got around to the spa.  Now we will be doing a cruise with some sea days and thus some free time.  I know that spa treatments require a reservation (and cost), but the spa facilities - the sauna, whirlpool, and grotto, do you need a reservation if you are not getting a message or a facial?  On the webpage it does not say, nor does it say if there is a fee for using the facilities.

 

Thanks!

there was no fee for using the facilities without booking a service.  At the time of my last cruise no reservations were needed but that might change with the new guidelines.

World cruises are a completely different animal than the regular cruises.  A lot of sea days and things are not the same as regular cruising.  You may or may not have the opportunity to sign up for 'cooking classes" until you board.  They sometimes offer a scaled down version of "Kitchen Table', at a cheaper price(usually on sea days, as you don't go the market with the chef and as my understanding, they are not open until you board.  The regular "Kitchen Table" experience can be booked before you board, when it is time for you to sign up for excursions, when offered on your cruise.

I recently read that Viking has been to Panama City, Florida and was scoping out the location for a Gulf Coast Cruise.  Not on the schedule yet that I know of.  It will be done on the Star, according to the report.  I don't know anything about any other ports.  I think there is something that says you have to make a stop on an Ocean cruise in one foreign country but I'm not sure.  Wonder how that would be arranged?  I think they might be looking for ways to put the ships to work while things are still pretty much in the air.  Anyone else heard about this?

I have not done this but I assume you can drop them off anytime.  They are certainly up on the ship as there are usually many with early trips to the airport.  You might contact TellUs@Vikingcruises.com

6 hours ago, Liz Masterson said:

I'd probably have a cocktail party every night if I had the chance! I'd invite you all in!  I love making new friends and why not share the bounty! 🙂 Sigh... alas it would need to be an upgrade for me. 

It was a last minute upgrade for Flashfearless on his first cruise!