Elite Traveler Spring 2022

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Owner’s Suite VIKING OCTANTIS AND VIKING POLARIS , VIKING RIVER CRUISES

Best-known for culturally intoned river sails and spirited ocean itineraries, the ever-sophisticated Viking Cruises has responded to the world’s fascination for adventurous quests with the 2022 launch of two expedition vessels. With plans to venture to remote ports and delve into ‘best-at-sea’ enrichment, programs have been created to allow guests to work side by side in laboratories with onboard scientists doing real-life destination studies. Guests staying on one of the smaller-sized ships (less than 400 passengers) will be treated to many of the same stellar amenities as the rest of Viking’s fl eet. Complimentary expedition equipment — kayaks and Zodiacs — will take guests closer to wildlife than imaginable. Enjoy these tutorials in supreme comfort in either ship’s 1,223-sq-ft Owner’s Suite, a two-roomed refuge that features a living/dining area and bedroom, plus an almost 800-sq-ft private garden with a Norwegian wood-sided hot tub and outdoor dining table. Depart April 9 on the Viking Octantis to explore the tropical islands of Barbados, St Barths and more on the Caribbean Connections cruise. From $10,995 per person. Contact reservations, +1 800 304 9616, vikingrivercruises.com