Views, pro and con, on the new Viking Mississippi River Cruises.

[OnTheJourney]

22 hours ago, cruzsnooze said:

I read on another post that Viking charges gratuity automatically but it says they are recommended amounts on the web so  which is it? Can they be adjusted? If I were forced to do the buffet for most meals I won't tip the same as if I got a sit down with full service. 

Good point, but I always just do pre-paid, for any cruise. I hate to mess with trying to figure out tips for various onboard services.

[cruzsnooze]

23 hours ago, JazenW said:

You can adjust up or down at guest services.

Thanks for answering the question. I just needed to know if the options were my choice so I can make a decision based on my experience. The Mississippi is an American crew. My experience has been that American crews are not as service oriented as other country crew. I am reading the ship has mixed reviews so will keep options open.

[cruzsnooze]

Is there a gift shop on board the Mississippi? I have an OBC from the TA and don't know where to use it.

[JazenW]

Yes. Around corner from guest services desk. More an alcove off the "Living Room" area than a shop. Smaller than on Ocean and Expedition ships, maybe slightly bigger than on European river ships.