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Welcome to Northern Viking Explorer!
We are Ken and Andrea, passionate cruisers who love exploring the world one port at a time. From relaxing days at sea to vibrant destinations in the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico and beyond, we share our cruise adventures, honest ship reviews, and insider tips to help you plan your perfect voyage. Travel Explore & Discover with us as we navigate the seas and uncover unforgettable experiences together.

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MSC Poesia Alaska Cruise Day 7: Victoria, B.C., Humpbacks & Orcas 🚢

Day 7 of our MSC Poesia Alaska cruise brought an unforgettable day of whale spotting followed by an evening in Victoria, B.C., Canada. It was our last full day aboard the ship, and we enjoyed a relaxed morning before some of the most exciting wildlife encounters of the week. Victoria is one of our favourite …

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MSC Poesia Alaska Cruise Day 6: Sea Day, Dirty Dancing & White Night

Day 6 of our 7-night Alaska cruise on the MSC Poesia was a full sea day, giving us a chance to slow down a little while still enjoying plenty of activities, food, and entertainment around the ship. From a fascinating whale presentation and lunch at Le Fontaine to two completely different Dirty Dancing experiences and …

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MSC Poesia Alaska Cruise Day 5: Dawes Glacier & Juneau Trolley to Mendenhall Glacier 🚢

Day 5 of our 7-night Alaska cruise aboard the MSC Poesia was one of those days that felt like we packed two completely different Alaska adventures into one. We started the morning sailing through the dramatic scenery of Endicott Arm toward Dawes Glacier, then spent the afternoon in Juneau on a trolley excursion out to …

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