Barcelona’s Palau de la Música

Look beyond Barcelona’s grand icons and you will discover the unusual music venue of Palau de la Música. Join Karine inside this architectural masterpiece and tribute to Catalonia.

Asia

Flavors of the Mekong

History, culture and friends—all rolled into one delicious and creative feast. Explore the floating markets along the Mekong Delta and master the culinary art of rolling your very own Vietnamese Spring Rolls with Karine.

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Beijing Hutongs

To experience an authentic slice of real Chinese life, step into the hidden corners of the hutong alleyways, an ancient maze of traditional courtyard houses linked by narrow corridors.

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Chinese Language Lesson

Learn a few useful Mandarin words and phrases with Jessica, your Viking tutor. Nĭ hăo!

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Chinese Medicine

For millennia, the Chinese have balanced their energy with tai chi, acupuncture, herbal medicine and more. Join Karine and learn more about their approach to healthy living.

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Chinese Porcelain

Join Karine as she learns about the history of Chinese porcelain, an art form created during the Han Dynasty and shaped by artisans from the Song, Ming and other dynasties.

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Chinese Superstitions

Why do many Chinese office buildings lack a fourth floor? What color attracts prosperity? Join Karine and learn about some of China’s time-honored beliefs.

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Cooking with Karine: Noodles

Watch as onboard Viking Chef Fong gives Karine a hands-on lesson that reveals some traditional culinary secrets that go into preparing the world’s finest noodles.

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Food in China

Venture into a Chinese night market to sample some of China’s most beloved delicacies. Join Karine and discover the secrets of hot pot, Peking duck, homemade noodles and more.

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Forbidden City

Karine helps reveal the heart of China’s greatest mystery. Once closed to all but royalty, now this legendary “treasure box” is open to guests like us.

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Secrets of Chinese Tea

Legend has it that tea was discovered 5,000 years ago. Learn about the beloved beverage’s place in Chinese culture, lore and medicine.

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Shanghai Acrobats

Dexterity and strength, passion and focus. Join Karine backstage as she watches some of the world’s most courageous artists perfect their gravity-defying acrobatics.

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Shibaozhai

Learn about mysterious Shibaozhai and the Bridge of Luck, beautifully situated in the middle of the mighty Yangtze. Join Karine as she unveils the secrets of this twelve-story temple.

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Terra Cotta Warriors

Visit Xian, China with Karine, where you will marvel at arresting images of the famous Terra Cotta Army, sculpted in the 3rd century BC and still being excavated today.

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The Art of Calligraphy

In China, calligraphy is not just a form of writing but it is a revered form of art that dates back millennia. Join Karine and learn its timeless secrets from an expert calligrapher.

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The Story of Silk

From humble silkworms to beautiful custom silk jackets, learn how the most famous fabric of China is made as Karine takes you on a fascinating visit to a silk factory.

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The Three Gorges

Enjoy a scenic journey with Karine through China’s most dramatic region, the Yangtze River’s Three Gorges, and learn about some of the area’s residents, past and present.

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The Wonders of China

Home of the iconic Great Wall, China embodies a rich history set against a backdrop of breathtaking landscapes.

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What to Do in China?

Have a little extra time on your own while exploring China with Viking? Karine has a few recommendations for you, from tai chi in Beijing to exploring Taikan Lane in historic Shanghai.

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Yangtze School

Meet some of China’s next generation of enthusiastic citizens when you join Karine and Viking guests on an inspiring visit to a Viking-sponsored elementary school on the Yangtze River.

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Yuyuan Garden

Chosen by the wealthy Pan family as the location of their retirement home, the Yuyuan Garden is a serene example of a traditional Chinese garden—juxtaposed against the backdrop of Shanghai.

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Scandinavia

King Haakon of Norway’s Daring Escape in WWII

Follow the riveting story of King Haakon, who evaded the Nazis during their invasion of Norway, then continued to lead his people from the UK throughout the conflict.

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Norwegian National Romanticism

Trace Norway’s inspiring journey to full independence—a pursuit that gave rise to the Norwegian National Romanticism, a movement that came to define what it means to be Norwegian.

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The Distinctive Bunad, A Statement of Norwegian Pride

The traditional Norwegian bunad is one of the country’s most iconic expressions of cultural identity. Join Karine as she explores the history behind this unique attire.

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The Northern Lights Explained

Join Dr. E.C. Krupp, the director of Los Angeles’s Griffith Observatory, on a journey into a deeper cultural and scientific understanding of the surreal aurora borealis, the natural phenomenon known as the northern lights.

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Aquavit: A Taste of Norway

Aquavit means “water of life” and is Norway’s national spirit. Join Karine to learn more about this old favorite and find out which vegetable is a key ingredient.

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Chairman’s Choice: Norwegian Salmon

Join Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen and Corporate Executive Chef Anthony Mauboussin as they compete in a cucumber salad cook-off in The Kitchen Table, our onboard cooking school.

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Composer & Violin Virtuoso Ole Bull

Hear the mesmerizing sounds of violin virtuoso Ole Bull. Join Karine to learn more about the life of an icon whose performances left audiences spellbound across the globe.

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Dale of Norway

Learn more about our Norwegian heritage and pride at the Dale knitwear factory. Meet the people behind the iconic Viking Dale knitted sweaters and find out what inspired this unique garment.

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Discover Bergen

So many treasures await in the colorful, historic port of Bergen, from the old harbor steeped in Hanseatic history to the home of Norway’s greatest musician, violin virtuoso Ole Bull.

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Discover Stockholm

Set amid 14 islands, Stockholm is a mosaic of natural beauty, fascinating history and timeless traditions. Enjoy a glimpse of this remarkable city rich in a maritime past and vibrant culture.

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Explore 100 Years of the Nobel Prize

Browse the extensive collection of Stockholm’s Nobel Museum and gain insight into the inspired thinking, courage and perseverance of the Nobel laureates who have changed our world.

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Explorer Leif Eriksson

Join Viking as we chronicle the story of Leif Eriksson, the Norse navigator who set out to explore the seas west of Greenland and discovered America, 500 years before Columbus.

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Explorer Roald Amundsen

On December 14, 1911, Norwegian Roald Amundsen became the first person to reach the South Pole and secured his place in history as one of the great explorers.

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Family Fish Farming

Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at a most unusual profession: Norwegian aquaculture, once a small industry in the 1970s, is now one of its greatest exports. Join Karine for an introduction to this fascinating world.

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Fish On! Norway

Majestic vistas and tranquil waters. Norway is home to some of the world’s best fishing and there are many ways to test your skill. Join Karine as she shares a few of the ways locals practice their craft.

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Friele: The Taste Norwegians Love

Go behind closed doors with Karine for an insider’s look at the process that brings Friele, Norwegians’ favorite coffee, to life and learn about the fascinating art of “cupping.”

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Gjetost: Norwegian Goat Cheese

Meet some of Norway’s four-footed locals, and learn about this quintessential Norwegian brown goat cheese as Karine shares the story behind gjetost.

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Husmanskost: A Taste of Norway

Over the centuries, Norwegians created national dishes based on the seasonal availability of ingredients. Karine and the manager of Frognerseteren share some typical husmanskost dishes.

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Norway’s Penny Loafers

Join Karine as she explores the origin of this much-loved shoe known as Weejuns in America, so named in honor of its Norwegian ancestry. Learn how it made its way to America and how it played a role in Norway’s World War II history.

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Norwegian Language Lesson

Learn a few useful Norwegian words and phrases with Rikke, your Viking tutor. Skål!

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Shrimp Peeling in Bergen

Join two shrimp-peeling experts as they demonstrate their different methods. Try both and see which technique works for you. Then savor your hard-earned meal with white bread and a glass of chilled white wine!

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The Essence of Norway: Edvard Grieg

Edvard Grieg composed some of Norway’s most beautiful music, including the much-loved Peer Gynt. Visit his home, listen to his music and admire the natural beauty that inspired him.

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The World of Edvard Munch

Join Karine on a journey into Oslo’s renowned Munch Museum, where you will enter the world and mind of master expressionist Edvard Munch, painter of The Scream and more than 40,000 pieces of art.

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