Expedition Perspectives: Jørn Henriksen (2:19)

Jørn Henriksen, Director of Expedition Operations, relates his passion for the landscape and wildlife of the Arctic and why our subject matter experts are uniquely positioned to lead Viking guests in the polar regions both on shore and on board.

Expedition Perspectives: Damon Stanwell-Smith (2:02)

Dr. Damon Stanwell-Smith, Science and Sustainability Manager of Expedition Operations, describes the transformative power of the polar expedition experience and the enrichment provided by Viking partnerships with the world’s leading academic and scientific institutions.

Curated Libraries & Recommended Reading (3:22)

We are pleased to partner with the iconic London bookshop Heywood Hill in the creation of our onboard libraries and Expeditions Recommended Reading lists. Chairman Nicky Dunne explains the history of this literary institution and the value of reading carefully selected books before embarking on your journey.

Jørn Henriksen: Recommended Reading (2:38)

Jørn Henriksen, Director of Expedition Operations, shares his favorite book selections related to Svalbard and our Arctic itineraries.

Damon Stanwell-Smith: Recommended Reading (1:57)

Damon Stanwell-Smith, Science and Sustainability Manager of Expedition Operations, shares his favorite book selections related to our Antarctic itineraries.

Discover Norway's Mountain Code (2:05)

Join members of our Viking Expeditions team as they share Norway’s mountain code, the Fjellvettreglene. To aid hikers, these nine safety rules are written inside the wrappers of Kvikk Lunsj chocolate bars, a traditional Norwegian treat.

Going Ashore in Antarctica (3:44)

This short briefing was created by the IAATO (International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators) for visitors traveling on ships who will make landings in Antarctica and surrounding islands.