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Writer's pictureJason Leppert

Viking Ocean Cruises: The Next Big Thing in Cruising Value is Here

Viking Cruises has and continues to make waves on the rivers with its Viking River Cruises brand, and now it is at it again on the high seas with its new Viking Ocean Cruises ships. The company’s mission is simple: luxury level cruise travel offered at an astounding value.

At first glance, Viking cruises aboard the new Viking Star and Viking Sea (pictured above) are approaching luxury pricing, and certainly quality, but when one considers the breadth of inclusions, the per diem breakdown puts it much closer in line to lower premium level cruise costs.

Inclusions start with the usual meals and basic drinks but extend well beyond to alternative restaurants (save for The Kitchen Table shore excursion and dining experience); 24-hour specialty coffees, teas and room service; wine, beer and soft drinks during lunch and dinner; self-service laundry (full-service for suites); Wi-Fi internet and one shore excursion in every port. The latter two are usually only included with the upper echelon of cruising.

Even all port charges and government taxes are bundled in, and the spa and fitness center facilities are also free of charge. Only treatments cost extra. Otherwise, the ships’ f

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