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Is Viking as good as they claim? We find out. Viking Venus Experience Vlog Part 1

Visit With Us (Rich and Helen)
Visit With Us (Rich and Helen)
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πŸ‘οΈ 55K viewsπŸ“… 5 years ago⏱️ 12:19

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Editorial Summary

The creators document their first experience aboard the Viking Venus, a new ocean cruise ship. They begin by describing a quick and efficient embarkation process and a personal muster drill. The vlog provides a detailed look at their penthouse veranda stateroom, noting the inclusion of a built-in minibar and a coffee machine. A significant portion of the video focuses on the strict health and safety protocols in place, including daily PCR testing and temperature checks. The creators also highlight the ship's technological features, such as touch screens located throughout the vessel that provide menus and itineraries. The experience includes afternoon tea in the Winter Garden and pre-dinner cocktails in the Explorers Lounge. For their first dinner, they visit the Chefs Table, an Asian-themed premium dining venue. They conclude that the upgraded drinks package provides good value, especially when paired with the wine flights included at the specialty restaurant. The video ends as the ship departs from Portsmouth to begin a seven night cruise.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Viking Venus
Bacon Bliss
All-time creator consensus for Viking Venus
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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❀️ Best for CoupleOther · 7 nightsFrom PortsmouthFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

embarkation was the quickest and easiest we have ever experienced

wow that was so easy and yes you have to watch a master video in your room but after that it's all done much better than the old way

why wouldn't you want to be in this room i mean it's incredible

that is probably the best peking duck we've ever had i mean it was just oh unbelievable

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Watch the safety video in your room before the muster drill
βœ“Upgrade your drinks package for better value at specialty dining
βœ“Keep the white disc on you for track and trace at all times

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

PCR test process β€” It's manageable; just follow the instructions and be patient
Safety protocols β€” Viking takes safety seriously with sanitizer stations and temperature checks

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs cruising after the restart easy or too complicated?
QHow is Viking dealing with pandemic safety measures?

Topics Covered

Safety Medical4 Happy BaconService Crew3Β½ Happy BaconValue Pricing3 Happy BaconCabin Balcony4Β½ Happy BaconDining Specialty4Β½ Happy BaconEmbarkation4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Portsmouth4 Happy Bacon
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