Set Sail with Viking Cruises - A Bucket List Adventure Awaits!

May is a month for celebrating — and whether it's your birthday, a milestone moment, or simply the perfect time to treat yourself, there’s nothing quite like the gift of travel. If you've been dreaming of a luxurious, enriching journey, now's the time to turn that dream into reality.

Viking Cruises offers the perfect blend of luxury, cultural immersion, and slow travel — ideal for milestone moments or ticking off that long-awaited bucket list trip. From Europe's iconic rivers to the remote corners of the world and is one of the most incredible ways to explore the world? A Viking Cruise. With their award-winning ships, thoughtfully curated itineraries, and adult-focused travel style, Viking offers the ultimate bucket list experience — no matter your destination.

Why Choose Viking for Your Bucket List?

1. Small Ship Experience Viking’s intimate ships mean fewer crowds, more space, and access to ports that larger ships can’t reach. Whether it’s a river cruise through Europe or an ocean voyage to the Arctic, you’ll enjoy a more personal, immersive journey.

2. Culturally Rich Itineraries Each voyage is carefully designed to maximise cultural encounters — think guided walking tours, onboard lectures, and authentic local experiences. You won’t just see a place; you’ll truly understand it.

3. All-Inclusive Luxury With Viking, your fare includes so much more — shore excursions, Wi-Fi, wine and beer with meals, speciality dining, and even airport transfers. You can relax, knowing all the details are taken care of.

Where Will Your Birthday Cruise Take You?

Here are a few spectacular itineraries to consider:

• Grand European Tour (Amsterdam to Budapest) A 15-day river journey through the heart of Europe — castles, cathedrals, vineyards, and iconic cities.

• Viking Homelands (Stockholm to Bergen) A stunning ocean cruise through Scandinavia’s fjords, cities, and Viking history.

• Antarctica & South America Explorer A true bucket list adventure to the ends of the Earth — penguins, glaciers, and a sense of awe you’ll never forget.

• Australia & New Zealand Cruise Explore home and beyond in style, with immersive stops in iconic cities, coastal gems, and rugged natural wonders.

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Celebrate YOU with Travel

Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, retirement, or just a “because I deserve it” moment — there’s no better way to honour yourself than by experiencing the world in a meaningful way.

And if you’re not quite sure where to begin, that’s what I’m here for. I’ll help you find the perfect cruise, tailor it to your travel style, and make sure everything’s seamless from the moment you say “yes” to the moment you set sail.

Let’s Plan Your 2025 or 2026 Viking Adventure

Many Viking cruises book out 12–18 months in advance — especially the most popular ones. So if a Viking Cruise is on your travel wish list, let’s start planning now.

So, if you’ve ever said, “One day I’ll do that,” let May be the month you finally say, “I’m doing it!” Let’s make it happen.

💬 Get in touch today — and let’s make your next celebration truly unforgettable.

—Deanna Johnston NZ Travel Broker | The Travel Chick 🛳️