Viking has welcomed its newest ocean cruise vessel to the small ship brand’s fleet. Viking Vela was presented to the cruise line at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Ancona, Italy, this week.

Viking has officially named its newest ocean ship, the Viking Vela. The company hosted a traditional naming ceremony for the 998-guest vessel in Trieste, Italy. That location is significant ...

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A luxurious new cruise ship is due to visit Portsmouth for the first time as part of her inaugural trip to the UK. Viking Vela, complete with swimming pool, spa and other amenities, will sail into ...

Champagne glasses clinked to celebrate the arrival of a brand new cruise ship on her first ever British voyage. Viking Vela, the latest boutique vessel to be built for Viking Cruises, sailed into ...

A ship’s traveler rating is provided under ... A total of 2 guests have reviewed Viking Vela, giving it a rating of 3.8 on a scale of 1-5. Disappointing overall experience but exceptional ...

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Indeed, the Viking Age, from A.D. 800-1100, was the age of the sleek, speedy longship. Without this crucial advance in ship technology, the Vikings would never have become a dominant force in ...

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While Viking Vela has a traditional propulsion platform, she is considered hydrogen-ready and can be retrofitted in the future, the cruise line said. This will be the first of many new ships as ...

Overall, the destination-heavy itineraries from Viking attract well-traveled, active adults and retirees who have the time to explore multiple ports of call. While you'll often find North American ...