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Is the Viking Sky for You? Our review.

Jan and Tracey Travels
Jan and Tracey Travels
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👁️ 17K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 16:35
What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleMediterraneanFrom AthensFirst-Time Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

the spa was fantastic yeah it really was I mean with no exaggeration it was the best thermal Spa we've ever had

the value for a Viking Cruise is absolutely fantastic

the food was okay with everything else that was just hitting out out of the park

the ship is absolutely just fantastic

Creator's Tips & Advice

Get the Silver Spirits drink package for $25 a day
Take advantage of the free excursions at every port
Visit the thermal spa, which is fully complimentary

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Food qualityDon't count Viking out because of the food; if you're a big foodie, this might not be the line for you
Entertainment qualityThe entertainment wasn't all that exciting, but the guitars and spa made up for it

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Viking Sky for you?
QWhat are the pros and cons of sailing on Viking Ocean Cruises?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing4 Happy BaconDrink Package4½ Happy BaconWifi Connectivity4 Happy BaconExcursions3½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconShip Condition4½ Happy BaconPool Deck4 Happy BaconSpa Fitness4½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Athens2½ Happy Bacon
Top: Athens Museum Excursion
Ephesus4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Ephesus Excursion
Istanbul4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Istanbul Walking Tour
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YouTube Video Description

Come along with us as we sail on Viking Ocean Cruises for the very first time and find out what we thought of the Viking Sky's ship, food, service, excursions, and entertainment during our Istanbul to Athens cruise. Below are the Amazon Affiliate links to some of our favorite items we've found helpful in our travels. (As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases) Our Recommended Cabin Gear OREI American to European Plug Adapters—So many cruise ships are equipped with 220 European plugs which are useless unless you have the right adapter. These are what are in our bags every time we cruise or travel to Europe. They come in an affordable six pack which you can find at this link: https://amzn.to/44ixS0U Strongman Tools Strong Magnetic Hooks—A couple of these 6- pack set of hooks are always with us when we cruise. Each individual hook can hold 30lbs of weight and is ideal for hanging coats, hats, and even the hangings shelves described below . Get your set of these useful magnetic hooks at this link: https://amzn.to/3UDrVbJ Whitmor 5 Section Closet Organizer—Unfortunately, drawer and shelf space is sometimes limited in some cruise cabins. That’s why we always bring at least one of these inexpensive closet organizers which gives us plenty of room for our folded clothes. We’ll usually use a couple of magnetic hooks described above to hang these from the ceiling in the corner of our room. Here’s the link where you can get yours: https://amzn.to/3w3GvQn Our Recommended Camera Gear DJI Osmo Pocket 3--You’ll usually see Tracey using this in almost all of our videos. Love this wonderful, small and versatile camera. Basic Camera: https://amzn.to/3UDJJDF Creators Combo: https://amzn.to/4beP6OP GoPro Hero12—This is the best action camera we’ve ever used. Whether taking videos on the Zodiacs in Antarctica, snorkeling in Papua New Guinea, or scuba diving in Bonaire, this camera is always in our hands. Find the link to get yours here: https://amzn.to/3UkTcy1 Peak Design Slide Lite Camera Strap—If you still carry a DSLR or Mirrorless camera like Jan does, this is the perfect strap to use. What is great is that this fully adjustable strap can be configured to be worn across your body, putting the weight of your camera across your back as opposed to your neck. Plus, it offers a bit more security when traveling through high pick-pocket areas. Get your Slide Lite Strap here: https://amzn.to/3xW6pWR Our Recommended Cruise Wear 5.11 Long Sleeve Shirt—This long sleeve shirt is perfect for excursions in cooler climates are perfect for this long sleeve shirt and the multiple, large pockets is the reason why it is Jan’s go-to shirt when flying. Passports and boarding passes fit effortlessly in the breast pocket. Get your 5.11 Long Sleeve shirt here: https://amzn.to/3ybg5wr UNibelle Linen Beach Coverup #1—This is one of the two coverups that are always in Tracey’s luggage. Not only is it great for hanging around the pool, but it is also great to put over a tank-top when out and about in port. Get your UNIbelle coverup here: https://amzn.to/44ngiZu UNibelle Linen Beach Coverups #2—This is the second coverup that Tracey always has on the ship. Just like the coverup above, it’s great whether by the pool or into the port. Get your UNIbelle coverup here: https://amzn.to/4a5j8n8