Viking Continues to Win Awards for Best Ocean and River Cruise Line

Viking once again won multiple awards, this time in USA TODAY 10BEST 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards that were announced this week.

Viking was ranked #1 in seven categories in USA TODAY 10BEST 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, including Best Ocean and River Cruise Line.

USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards are nominated by a panel of travel experts, including Cruise Fever, and then voted on by readers.

Viking was named #1 in the following seven categories:

• Best River Cruise Line
• Best Ocean Cruise Line
• Best Alaska Cruise
• Best Cruise Line for Shore Excursions
• Best Adults-Only Cruise (Viking Mars)
• Best Cruise Ship for Dining (Viking Star)
• Best Cruise Line for Solo Travelers

Torstein Hagen, Chairman and CEO of Viking, said the following:

“We are honored to be recognized by USA TODAY readers for both our river and ocean voyages,”.

“We have always done things differently in the travel industry—we focus on the destination, and we do not try to be all things to all people. These awards are a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire Viking family across our fleet.”