{"id":8594,"date":"2022-04-14T16:03:06","date_gmt":"2022-04-14T13:03:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shipowners.fi\/?p=8594"},"modified":"2023-05-02T08:46:03","modified_gmt":"2023-05-02T05:46:03","slug":"debut-month-was-a-big-success-for-the-new-viking-glory","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shipowners.fi\/en\/debut-month-was-a-big-success-for-the-new-viking-glory\/","title":{"rendered":"Debut month was a big success for the new Viking Glory"},"content":{"rendered":"

The response to Viking Line\u2019s new flagship, Viking Glory, has been overwhelming and the number of bookings, which currently exceeds 350,000, has exceeded all expectations. In its first month in service, Viking Line has already reinforced its market share to over 70% on the Turku-\u00c5land-Stockholm route as more than 70,000 passengers sailed on the new vessel in March. In addition nearly 280,000 passengers have booked a trip and are waiting for their turn.<\/strong>
\nOn March 1, Viking Line\u2019s new flagship, Viking Glory, was launched in service on the Stockholm\u2013Mariehamn\u2013Turku route. It is one of the world\u2019s most climate-smart vessels and offers passengers top-class comfort and a wide range of experiences. More than 70,000 passengers have already managed to enjoy wonderful vistas through the large windows that provide views of the world\u2019s most beautiful archipelago.<\/p>\n

During the launch, there was uncertainty about placing a new vessel in service given the impact of the Covid pandemic on travel. But people\u2019s interest and sales have both exceeded expectations, and since tickets went on sale almost 350,000 passengers have booked a trip on Viking Glory.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith Viking Glory, we now have not just a new cruise concept but indeed a full-out cruise experience with an international atmosphere on the Baltic Sea. Many guests we\u2019ve spoken to have compared their experience on board to a modern city hotel with lounge bars, piano players, jazz trios and modern DJs. They say we\u2019ve created something new on the Baltic Sea, and that\u2019s high praise,\u201d says Johanna Boijer-Svahnstr\u00f6m<\/strong>, Communications Director on Viking Line.<\/p>\n

Now that travel restrictions have been lifted, there is also increased interest in cruises, cabin holidays and hotel packages among people travelling to both Finland and \u00c5land.<\/p>\n

\u201cAfter a long and challenging period, we can see that interest in cruises and holiday travel in nearby areas is growing and to some extent approaching normal, which is a little extra special this year given that \u00c5land is also celebrating 100 years of autonomous rule in 2022. The whole of \u00c5land is celebrating, with all kinds of exciting events during the spring and summer, including musicals, exhibitions and concerts, so there are at least 100 reasons to visit \u00c5land this very year,\u201d adds Johanna Boijer-Svahnstr\u00f6m.<\/p>\n

Book your tickets for Viking Glory here<\/a><\/p>\n

Read more about Viking Glory<\/a><\/p>\n

Read more about \u00c5land 100 years<\/a><\/p>\n

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For further information:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Johanna Boijer-Svahnstr\u00f6m, Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications<\/p>\n

johanna.boijer@vikingline.com, tel. +358 18 270 00<\/p>\n

Christa Gr\u00f6nlund, Communications Manager,<\/p>\n

christa.gronlund@vikingline.com, tel. +358 9 123 51<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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