Following the success of Viking River Cruises, a new cruise line was born this evening with the advent of Viking Ocean Cruises, and with it comes the reveal of the line’s first ship, the Viking Star (rendered above). Launching in 2015, the new endeavor offers quite the value proposition and looks to create a new category in the cruise industry.
Infinity Pool (Copyright © Viking Cruises)
We will surely followup with an extensive evaluation of everything that is to come, but let us for now whet your appetite with an impressive list of bullet points and alluring artist renderings of this intriguing new cruise ship.
Atrium
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Viking Star
All Veranda Room Ship
928 Passengers
48,000 Gross Tons
Casual Dress Code
Two-Deck Observation Lounge
Dining Room with Al Fresco Windows
Infinity Pool and Magrodome Pool
Spa with Sauna and Chill Room
Deluxe Veranda Stateroom (Copyright © Viking Cruises)
Impressive Inclusions
Private veranda stateroom
A guided excursion in each port of call
Viking’s Culture Curriculum: deep immersion in the destination through classes or performances of music, art, cooking, dance, history and cinema
All onboard meals
Wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board
Coffee, tea and soft drinks any time on board
24-hour room service
Free wi-fi
All restaurant reservation fees
All port charges and government taxes
The Spa Pool (Copyright © Viking Cruises)
For more information on the Viking Star, read The Birth of Viking Ocean Cruises here and visit Viking Cruises‘ website here.
The renderings continue below (click on an image to enlarge)…
Explorer’s Lounge
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Wintergarden
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Wintergarden Lanai
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Pool with Fire Pit and Magrodome
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Aquavit Terrace
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World Cafe
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Atrium Sitting Area
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The Restaurant with Windows that Open to the Promenade Deck
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Aquavit Terrace
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What do you think about this entirely new cruise line and the Viking Star? Please feel free to share your opinion in the comments section below…
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