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flag A 2026 cruise encounter sparks memories of a 2020 Viking Star voyage, highlighting a shift toward quieter, culturally immersive Mediterranean cruises.

flag On day four of a seven-night cruise from Nice to Palma de Mallorca, the author, aboard Atlas Ocean Voyages’ World Traveller in Marseille, sees the Viking Jupiter nearby, triggering memories of their 2020 first cruise on the sister ship Viking Star. flag That journey, focused on the northern lights, introduced them to a quieter, more refined cruise style marked by thoughtful lectures, elegant dining, and serene ambiance—distinct from the loud, theme-driven ships they previously associated with cruising. flag The experience reflects a growing traveler preference for smaller, culturally immersive, and destination-focused ocean voyages in the Mediterranean.

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