Viking has been voted a ‘World’s Best” for rivers, oceans and expeditions in the 2025 World’s Best Awards by Travel + Leisure readers.

“This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire Viking family around the world,” Torstein Hagen, chairman and CEO of Viking, said in a press release.

“From the beginning, we have chosen to do things differently,” he said. “We remain committed to that philosophy as we continue to welcome more curious travelers to experience the Viking way of exploration around the world.”

Viking was once again named No. 1 for Expeditions, a position it has maintained since its first year of eligibility in that category, and was voted one of the World’s Best river and ocean lines.

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Viking also was rated No. 1 for rivers, No. 1 for oceans and No. 1 for expeditions by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler. No other travel company has simultaneously received such honors by both publications.

This year marks the 30^th anniversary of the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards – an annual celebration of excellence across the travel industry. Since 1995, Travel + Leisure, the largest travel magazine brand in the U.S., has invited its discerning readers to cast their vote for the World’s Best in cruising with consideration in the following categories – cabins/facilities, food, service, itineraries/destinations, excursions/activities and overall value.

The recognition continues to build on Viking’s accolades. In addition to awards from Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler, Viking was named Best Luxury Line, Best Line for Couples and Best Line in the Mediterranean in U.S. New & World Reports’ 2025 Best Cruise Lines ranking for the fourth consecutive years.

Viking’s ocean ships also have been rated and “Recommended” as part of the Forbes Travel Guide 2024 Star Awards, an annual independent evaluation for luxury travel brands.

Additionally, Cruise Critic honored Viking with seven awards across the Luxury (Ocean), River and Expedition category’s 2024 Best in Cruise Awards.

                                                     About Viking

Viking was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused journeys on river, oceans and lakes around the world.

Designed for curious travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cruising, Hagen often says Viking offers experiences “For the Thinking Person.

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