Popcorn Juice

Chuck and I always talk about the crew on the Viking ships. They truly are the best of Viking in every way. As I’ve said 1000 times, the ships are lovely, the decor is simply beautiful Scandinavian, the food is spectacular and the ports of call are interesting and educational. But what makes Viking our number one choice is the crew. Unless it were for my safety, I’ve never heard the word “no” on a Viking ship. If they have to turn down a request, it is met with a “that is not possible but…” so that an absoutely suitable alternative is suggested. 

So why would I title this post “popcorn juice? “ Well, after over 463 days on Viking ships, I found out on Thursday that I could get fresh squeezed orange juice in the world café. It never occurred to me to ask for fresh squeezed orange juice but when I did, it was, “Oh yes ma’am I will bring it right to you.” I love fresh squeezed orange juice, and I commented when she brought my juice back to me that I wished I had known this 463 days ago of Viking trips. Lindwie smiled and said, “ Madam, all you ever have to do is ask. We will try our best to give you whatever you want. If you ask for popcorn juice they will figure out a way to make it for you”. Every morning since my first glass of freshly squeezed orange juice when I enter the world Café, it is brought to my table without my asking. Whether it is a special sorbet made for me by the pastry chef or an omelette made perfectly just for me or my favorite crackers delivered to our room just because I mentioned to someone that I loved the crackers, Viking will always go far beyond what is expected to make every dream, wish or request come true. Read more