Up Norway Celebrates UNESCO Recognition

Up Norway, Scandinavia’s premier curator of sustainable luxury travel, invites travelers to experience Norway’s newly UNESCO-recognized ‘seterkultur’ (summer farm culture), a living heritage that honors the sustainable mountain farming practices, deep-rooted traditions, and artisanal craftsmanship that have shaped Norwegian identity Read More …

PhotoStorybook: Viking Sky Culinary Delights

Sailing with Viking Ocean Cruises, we returned to Viking Sky, a ship we had enjoyed when first launched several years ago. At the time, Viking Sky was one of the first three ships in the Viking Ocean Cruises fleet. As Read More …

Up Norway Partners with InRetreat to Launch Wellness Retreats

Up Norway, the leading curator of sustainable luxury travel experiences in Scandinavia, has launched a new partnership with InRetreat, a Norwegian wellness brand known for its transformative yoga and mindfulness experiences. Together, they will offer an exclusive series of guided Read More …

New Tour Exploring Norway’s Western Fjords

Discover the stunning beauty and cultural richness of Norway’s Western Fjords on a NEW 9-day curated adventure. As travelers increasingly seek destinations that offer pristine landscapes and cultural authenticity, this tour immerses guests in the heart of Norway’s most iconic Read More …

Day By Day: Our Viking British Isles Experience

Revisiting Viking Sky First Impressions Coming back to any cruise line speaks volumes to how well travelers were satisfied on a previous visit.  Big ship cruise lines have robust past guest programs that aim to reward loyalty. With those, benefits Read More …

Sailing Viking: The Magical Ship Swap

Sailing with Viking River Cruises brings their culturally curious travelers to interesting places around the world on carefully curated tours.  On themed voyages, we have traced the steps of master artists on Viking’s Portraits of Southern France itinerary, traveled through Read More …

Beyond Cruising: A Cowboy Ranch in Wyoming

Ranchlands is excited to formally open the 80,000-acre Paintrock Canyon Ranch in the Bighorn Mountains of northern Wyoming. Guests will immerse themselves in ranch life, explore the surrounding areas on horseback, fly fish, hike, and experience the natural world in this unique landscape. Read More …

Guide: How To Follow Our Viking Ocean Cruise

You are invited to follow along on our summer sailing with Viking Cruises, a 15-day ocean itinerary titled British Isles Explorer.   Look first to ChrisCruises on Instagram feed for daily posts while we travel.  As the name of the Read More …

Tips For A Smooth Sailing With Your Furry Friend

Sailing the open sea with your beloved pet is a dream come true for many pet owners. However, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable voyage requires careful planning and preparation. To help you make the most of your seafaring journey, we’ve Read More …