Disappointing and boring

Item: Viking Orion
Rating: 3.1
Author: bluediamond9

Viking Orion Cruise Review to Bermuda

bluediamond9

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Reviews: 2

Helpful Votes: 57

Overall rating:

3.1 out of 5

Sail date: July 25, 2021

Ship: Viking Orion

Cabin type: Suite

Cabin number: 8004

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 3 years ago

Review summary

Overall very disappointed. This is advertised as a luxury cruise and I was looking forward to the food which was no better than most chain restaurants. Our schedule kept changing and the 2 ports were very boring

Embarkation

5 out of 5

Embarkation was excellent once we got thru Bermuda''s Covid requirements

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5

Some food was great - but some just mediocre - nothing impressive about the food in any restaurant - was expecting better quality

Onboard Activities

1 out of 5

There is nothing to do on the ship but read - and the constant classical music will put you to sleep - main pool area was always very hot and humid - but the stern pool was lovely

Entertainment

1 out of 5

boring

Service and Staff

4 out of 5

Our room stewards and bar personal were wonderful - However the main dining room was very rushed and the female sommelier was nasty and ignored us.

Ship Quality

2 out of 5

ship was very clean - but not my style - why the fireplaces and fur/wool throws when we are in 85 degree weather!!!

Cabin / Stateroom

4 out of 5

Smaller than expected

Ship tip

Bring a good book - there are no activities onboard and excursions are limited

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Disembarkation

5 out of 5

Fast and efficient

9 Comments

VikingCruises 3 years ago

Thank you for sharing your experience with the cruising community, bluediamond9. Although we are saddened to learn some aspects of your voyage were not as enchanting as you'd envisioned, including our culinary offerings and onboard activities, we've taken note of your feedback. We appreciate your understanding of necessary itinerary adjustments, which are often determined by local port authorities and implemented with your experience and safety in mind. As mentioned, we've recorded your remarks, however we welcome a continued discussion should you wish to share more at TellUs@vikingcruises.com. We're grateful for the opportunity to respond and wish you all the best.

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AuntPinkie 3 years ago

Thanks for sharing your experience. Sorry this cruise didn’t meet your expectations!

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javawoody 3 years ago

Interesting review

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daisydoozy 3 years ago

We have seen tv shows (Dream Cruises) that feature Viking ships and they look boring to us. We will probably always stick to the big ships. Sorry you wasted your money. Viking isn't cheap.😟

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jenyfur 3 years ago

Go on a carnival cruise if you’re looking for a party chaotic atmosphere

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profile 3 years ago

Thanks for sharing.

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GoldenRivet 3 years ago

Izrgreen Good pickup.

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izrgreen 3 years ago

Sorry you were disappointed. Appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

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GoldenRivet 3 years ago

Wow. Not the Viking I have experienced. Did the COVID restrictions add to your disappointment?

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