Make Memories on a Viking Ocean Cruise

I am excited to tell you about the Viking cruise we enjoyed in October. I am a huge fan of Viking river cruises, but this was our first Viking OCEAN cruise. It certainty did NOT disappoint!

Viking is well know for river cruises, but they diversified in 2015 with their first ocean vessel. They now have a fleet of six identical ocean ships with worldwide itineraries. They offer popular cruises in the Mediterranean, Scandinavia and Northern Europe. The ships also visit Asia, Australia, New Zealand, the Americas, Caribbean and Africa. For those wanting a truly one-of-a-kind experience, they have around-the-world cruises!

These "small ships" have just 930 guests on board. The decor is very elegant with a modern Scandinavian design. These photos were taken by my husband in the "Explorer's Lounge", which quickly became my favorite spot on the ship. The multi-purpose area is great for a light breakfast, a quiet area to read during the day or a relaxing drink at night. You can see for miles with their telescope!

The cruise was truly top notch! The ship was gorgeous, the food was amazing and the service was impeccable. I know why they have won the highly acclaimed "Travel & Leisure #1 Ocean Cruise Line" award for three years in a row! With their smaller ships, Viking can dock in places where larger ships cannot. This access allows them to offer more culturally rich outings.

Viking cruises are adults ONLY and an excursion is included in every port. Their modern staterooms are spacious, and each one has its own veranda. In addition to the main dining room, they have two specialty restaurants that are included in the price. We enjoyed the selection of fine wines and beers that were complimentary with both lunch and dinner. I loved having afternoon tea in the "Wintergarden".

Viking have some wonderful promotions with special contracted air prices. Contact me if you would like information on any of their ocean and/or river cruises. I would be happy to help you plan a dream vacation!

Don't delay - the rooms sell out quickly!

I fell in LOVE with Savannah!

I have just returned from a weekend in Savannah and can't wait to tell you about it!! 

I have never spent more than a few hours in this interesting city. I was excited for the opportunity to spend more time there. For those of you who have not been there yourself, Savannah is the oldest city in Georgia. It is bursting with Southern charm, amazing food and one-of-a-kind stores. It reminds me of Charleston, SC - another great weekend getaway.

Savannah is very picturesque with a network of squares and charming cobblestone streets. Be kind to your ankles by wearing good walking shoes! A great way to see the city is the hop-on-hop-off Trolley Tour.

Our hotel was on the riverfront, and the views were amazing. There are several major hotels in this area. I would recommend a stroll along the river. We discovered that they offer a free ferry taxi service from the hotels that was FUN - and very convenient.

Bring your appetite when you visit Savannah! There are so many great restaurants to try. Those who visit in the fall can sample Southern-inspired food at the popular Food & Wine Festival, which is held at the Georgia Railroad Museum. You never know what you will see when dining. We enjoyed a Southern meal on the waterfront - and watched the steamboat go by!

No visit to Savannah would be complete without a stroll down Broughton Street. Browse in the locally-owned boutiques and stop to have some coffee. Visitors fall in love with Savannah's Southern hospitality, enchanting architecture and beautiful Spanish moss.

Contact me to plan your Savannah getaway. It's a great destination for a winter break. I would be happy to share our own Savannah experience and help plan yours!