So, I knew there would be at least one or two wanting to argue. Thankfully just one or two... here are my answers; Murt22: Thank you! I agree. It's not a reason not to book. Squawkman: Thank you for the info, as well! Much appreciated. Perigrina652: I am not judging... IF you read what I said you will see that this is what I have been told by the friends who have taken Viking Cruises, which was one of my concerns. Rather than judging me for my concern, as you have, people like Murt22 and Squawkman simply addressed my concern.
As to why I would still book, as Murt put it, this is not a reason not to book. Heidi13: As I said, I have taken several cruises, BUT my cruising experience is limited because in my experience there is less adventure to be had on cruises. I prefer adventure tours where you push yourself to your physical limits. Therefore, I have curtailed cruises... they are pleasant and lovely but a little canned. Still, I'd like to take my partner on this cruise. As for being "good citizens," I just could not disagree more! In fact, that very attitude is the only real reason I would not want to book with Viking.This is a vacation! Wearing leggings is not being a bad citizen! Lordy! That is too limited a life view for me. It also seems to me, at least, an uptight, highly-rule bound, mildly elitist view. Judgement? Yes, I suppose so. But you did nail my fear. A ship full of that is not what I want to do. That said, I'm happy to travel with people who believe differently than I do. Just don't shove it down my throat. Eggtuary: Thank you as well!! It really does help a lot, and takes the hard-edge off the previous comment by Heidi, making me feel safer to take this cruise. Much appreciated!