Viking Star Ship Info
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On this page you will find Viking Star features, history, sister ships, and useful facts provided by Cruisedeckplans.com. Look at the bottom of the page for the LIVE TRACKING position of Viking Star
Viking Ocean Cruise Line
General Information
The
Viking Star started sailing in 2014. Former names: none. The Viking Star is registered
in Switzerland. The Viking Star has 464 cabins.
You can expect between 928 to 928 passengers on a typical sailing. This means
that at the higher number (usually peak and holiday sailings) Viking Star has a space ratio of
51.5.
(A space ratio less than 33 means that you may find the ship crowded in areas. A space ratio greater than 39 means that
there should be plenty of space for each passenger.) When this ship isn't sailing at capacity the space ratio can be as good
as 51.5.
The Viking Star has
465 crew members on board. There are 2 passengers for every crew member on board.
There are self serve laudromats on this ship.
Sister Ships
The following ships share the same class as this ship. This means the basic design and layout of the ship
is the same. For the most part the cabins will be identical among these ships, but may be decorated differently.
2014- Viking Star
2016- Viking Sea
2016- Viking Sky
2017- Viking Sun - No longer sailing
2018- Viking Orion
2019- Viking Jupiter
2021- Viking Venus
2022- Viking Mars
2022- Viking Neptune
2023- Viking Saturn
2025- Viking Vela
2025- Viking Vesta
Accessibility
There are 2 special needs cabins on this ship. These cabins have been modified for accessibility purposes.
9 Decks
There are 9 on this ship. The highest deck number is 9. The number of decks with passenger cabins is 6.
100% Balconies
This is the percent of the staterooms on board have balconies.
Other Information
This is the 1st in a series of identical vessels, built in 2015.
All Viking ships are for cruisers 18 or older, and offer many complimentary amenities including all shore excursions, wine and beer, access to the Nordic Spa, and the infinity pool. They all also offer energy-saving hybrid engines, and solar panels. Viking ships itineraries feature fewer sea days and longer port days, including overnight port stays.
There are 465 staterooms total, all with balconies, king-sized beds, luxury bathrooms with heated floors and plenty of bath products, satellite phone, free wifi, smart HDTV, and 24-hour complimentary room service.
Signature features on this ship include 2 swimming pools, a covered pool deck with a Jacuzzi, Bar & Grill; Viking Living Room, two Cinemas, Wintergarden poolside area, Aquavit Terrace (outdoor bar lounge with Infinity Pool and Hot Tub), Piano Bar Lounge (Torshavn), dedicated sports deck with a Walking Track and Outdoor Gym/Yoga area, Theatre Lounge & Bar, Lobby Bar, and various shops and brand boutiques.
Another unique venue on this ship (and all Viking ships), is the Snow Grotto, which is a spa retreat with powdery snow falling from the ceiling, which is said to be very therapeudic. Also in the spa complex is a sauna and steam bath, hot tub, fitness center, beauty salon, and salt-water thermal pool. This area is complimentary to all guests.
Dining options on board include a main Restaurant (dining room), buffets (Viking Deli, World Cafe), Aquavit Terrace (alfresco), specialty restaurants (Italian Grill, Chefs Table), and Private Dining.
Viking Star Ship Stats
Item | Detail |
---|---|
Year Built | 2014 |
Years Old | 10 |
Tons | 47,800 |
Speed | 15.0 knots |
Length | 745 feet |
Beam | 94 feet |
Total Cabins | 464 |
Crew | 465 |
Expected Passengers | 928 to 928 |
Expected Space Ratio | 52 |
Total decks | 9 |
Decks with cabins | 6 |
Viking Star Features
Activities
- 2 Outdoor Pools
- 1 Whirlpools (hot tubs)
- No Rock Climbing Wall
- No Flow Rider
- No Ice Rink
- No Bowling
- No Zipline
- No Waterslide
- No Water Park
- No Ropes Course
- No Mini Golf
- No Sports Court
- Jogging Track
Features
- No Casino
- No Cigar Lounge
- No Chapel
- No Arcade
- Show Lounge
- Hair Salon
- Spa
- Fitness Center
- Library
- No Bridge Viewing Area
- Outdoor Movie Screen
- No Teen Lounge
- Passenger Promenade Deck
- Sea Viewing Lounge on upper deck
- No Adult Only Outside Lounge Area
- Ship will have complimentary Wi-Fi with restrictions at sea by accommodation type and free in-port.
Live Cruise Ship Tracking - Viking Star
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Smoking Policy
- Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas, staterooms, and balconies
- Smoking is permitted in a designated outdoor smoking area