Viking Ocean Cruises: 7 Inclusions You’ll Love (& 4 Hidden Costs You Need to Know!)
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I consider them upper premium, so they would be about the same level as Oceanana. You know, really good companies, small ships, very destination focused, very inclusive.
79 of the 87 excursions that Viking offers, you actually have to pay more for. That means for 90% of excursions you got to pay more for.
If you're 65 or younger, more often than not, it's going to be cheaper to buy Alian's insurance if I set that up for you.
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Are you thinking about booking a Viking Ocean Cruise—or maybe you've already booked and you're wondering what's really included in the price? 🤔 You're not alone. In this video, your Trusted Cruise, Tauck Tour and Africa Safari expert - Shawn Power, shares exactly what’s included (and what’s not!) in a Viking Ocean Cruise so you can confidently plan and budget like a pro. Highlights Include: ✅ 7 key inclusions you can count on with Viking 🚫 4 surprise costs most travellers don't expect or need to decide the best way to book them 🎁 How to get one of those extra charges covered—for free! Viking Ocean Cruises are an upper premium option that offers outstanding value—but only if you know what you're getting into. Whether you're a first-time cruiser or a luxury travel veteran, this guide will help you decide if Viking is right for your next adventure—and how to avoid costly mistakes. Want to see if your Viking cruise qualifies for a free perk like covered gratuities or onboard credit? Reach out at www.shawnpower.com Need a deeper dive on topics mentioned in this video? Check out these videos for bonus insights: Is Viking the right Ocean cruiseline for you? https://youtu.be/__1HjWjYdKA?si=9mRQNbBInA7cxE0E Here are 3 top tips to get the best deal on your next Viking Cruise! https://youtu.be/xHnBOm0COiw?si=lHcN523rgwycREEY In this video Shawn talks more about the type of shore excursions that Viking includes in their price and gives examples of those that are not: https://youtu.be/CqbiHzKqZpU?si=yvKMAl1te5KZ4rKi What's the food like on a Viking Ocean Cruise? https://youtu.be/Fpde1e_39Go?si=ihpA9AOF-6VE_52P Should you have Viking Ocean Cruises book your airfare or should you take care of that yourself? This video gives you all the details: https://youtu.be/ZEXaPhjxk0c?si=eUfurtQPnQ5mWtE9 Is it best to buy your Travel Insurance through Viking Ocean Cruises or through a 3rd party... watch this to find out now! https://youtu.be/RYvDHOCyLd8?si=DakljWtv9vnLUI5-