For three turbulent centuries, the glimpse of a square sail and dragon-headed prow on the horizon struck terror into the hearts of medieval Europeans. Indeed, the ...

like Viking ships and modern ships. Other European ships also tended to be tall, with superstructures ascending from the stern and bow. Having so much hull above the waterline meant that there was ...

When you think of cruise ship design, you might imagine enormous crystal chandeliers, neon-lit casinos or showy waterslides. Yet, in a sea of extravagance and excess, Viking is charting its own ...

Countless sailing experiments with replica ships continue to confirm the excellence of Viking ship design ... While similar modern devices do work successfully (as seen in the NOVA program ...

Launched in May 2021, Viking Venus features modern amenities and a contemporary design. The ship holds 930 passengers at double occupancy and 465 crew members. Amenities include multiple pools and ...

Norway has proposed restrictions on large cruise ships sailing through hazardous waters during storms, which could impact off-season itineraries.

Viking traders carried a set of folding scales which they used to weigh coins to make sure they got a fair deal. The Oseberg ship was found in 1904 and is now in a museum in Oslo, Norway.

In under two hours, you can time-travel from modern Copenhagen to a 10th-century Viking ship, 17th-century castle, or 19th-century fairy tale. While today's Denmark is small – roughly twice the ...

Currently Running Through January 31, “Wave Season” Offer Applies to Small Ship Voyages Across All Seven Continents LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Viking® (www.viking.com) (NYSE: VIK ...