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The two best resources for insurance are the Cruise Critic Insurance board and Trip Insurance Store’s website. It’s not the most modern but it has great info. Getting a solid policy is the easy part. I have found the most challenging part is getting help with claims. Smaller companies spend most of their time selling policies and may not be willing or available to service claims. I would suggest finding a company that has staffing to assist with claims which can be an unnerving process. Some of the favorites mentioned are great in selling good policies but unavailable to assist in the claims process.

The invoice only reads arrival at 7:00AM.

1) Likely private transfer 2) Return is on a Tuesday

Our Grand Hawaii/French Polynesia cruise arrives in San Pedro at 7:00AM. What is the earliest safe flight-departure time from LAX?

Thanks for sharing. Would it make more sense to take a van to Padova and then get the high speed train or take a train from Chioggia to Padova and then switch to the high speed train? Are the trains in the same terminal?

Do we need to order the tickets in advance or would a week early work? Is there an app you recommend such as Omio? Thanks so much!

We arrive in Chioggia. Would it be preferable to take a train to Florence from Padua or Rovigo? We intend to take a van to the selected train stations.

SORRY, I goofed! The end airport is SFO for a precise visit to San Francisco before departing from San Pedro. We have the SFO to LAX flight.

We are headed from SDF to LAX next Winter. We can connect at IAH, MSP, DEN or DTW. Is IAH the best choice to avoid weather related cancellations?

Thanks for the valuable info. Where do you do breakfast? Is the Doubletree breakfast worth getting? Or is there a breakfast place near by?

We are staying in Torrance pre-cruise. Does anyone have advice based on experience to help us decide between the Marriott Redondo Beach or the Torrance DoubleTree? Both have very similar ratings. Thanks

Typically are fares lower when first released or closer to departure. One can’t do both!

What is your strategy for finding deals on first class domestic flights?

So sorry for your loss. I hate to read stories like this. Based on Andy’s post above, what you were told is legally correct. I just wish someone would have some compassion and work with you on a win-win resolution. A fair ending will make you a customer for life! I would email tellus@viking.com. They do have some sympathetic souls. I believe one will get back to you. Good luck and keep us posted!

I think you will do great. People just do their own thing on Viking. It is very rare we hear people acting or speaking with an attitude of entitlement which we uncomfortably experienced on a luxury line. So for whom is a Viking cruise best suited? People who want to experience the world with people who are fun, curious, and like delicious food and wine on ships that are brilliantly designed.

The other issue to factor is the stress and expense should something go wrong and you miss the ship’s departure. Normally things work out but when they don’t it can be a colossal stressor.

Israel is among the easiest countries in the world to visit if one has a special diet. They are accustomed to people having a special diet (eg kosher). I have traveled to Israel with people who are vegan, vegetarian, diabetic, and mega fussy with little difficulty.

We are doing a week post-cruise in Paris and are looking for a nice but not fancy hotel in the Marais District. We prefer a hotel with a restaurant. Thanks

I think the OP is concerned a country may require a booster s/he, they have not received and not be allowed in a country.

Thanks. I was thinking some might be thinking: "Ok Boomer!" but most of us are Boomers! I'm just a sheltered Boomer!

Sorry to be dense. I don't get the response about either getting a Viking refund from Nordstrom or REI! @Selion and @LindaS272" Anyone tried to get refund of their Viking cruises from Nordstrom?"

This is crucial to have optimize your dining experience. We are vegetarians who eat fish. My wife prefers vegan food. Our needs were noted as @LindaS272 noted. Each night we received a menu and circled what we wanted. We turned it in the following day. The meals were adapted to meet our dietary needs. The food was outstanding. Also we found the Restaurant easy to deal with. The staff really cares.

Who should this information be sent to? tellus@viking.om? Someone else? I don't know the corporate structure. There are so many good ideas, there may be value in this becoming a poll to get even greater input.

This is a tough one with several risks. What would happen if a country changes its policy mid-cruise? Personally, I would consult with a travel insurance broker. Several are named on the cruise insurance board. Steve at Trip Insurance Store has a depth of knowledge.

Welcome to Viking! We have followed a similar path. We too were long time Princess travelers and Elite. We became disillusioned, experimented with a few “luxury cruises,” and finally found Viking in 2021. We have been very satisfied. Have a wonderful cruise. There is a lot of Viking information on this board. Be sure to let us know how it goes.