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Viking Holdings Ltd (VIK) operates at the intersection of luxury travel and maritime innovation, offering curated cruise experiences across all seven continents. This news hub provides investors and industry observers with essential updates about the company's strategic direction, operational milestones, and market positioning.
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Viking Holdings (NYSE:VIK) reported strong Q2 2025 financial results, with total revenue reaching $1.88 billion, up 18.5% year-over-year. The company achieved significant growth metrics including a 28.5% increase in Adjusted EBITDA to $632.9 million and diluted EPS of $0.99.
Key performance indicators showed robust demand, with 96% of 2025 capacity already sold and 55% booked for 2026. The company's expansion continued with delivery of new vessels and plans for Indian river operations. Financial position remains strong with $2.6 billion in cash and an undrawn $375 million revolver facility.
Operational metrics improved with 95.6% occupancy and an 8% increase in Net Yield to $607. Advance bookings show strong momentum, with 2025 bookings 21% higher than 2024 at $5.64 billion, and 2026 bookings up 13% at $3.88 billion.
Viking (NYSE:VIK) has announced the delivery of its newest river ship in Egypt, the Viking Amun. The delivery ceremony took place at Massara shipyard in Cairo. The vessel, designed to navigate the Nile River, will accommodate 82 guests in 41 staterooms and operate on Viking's 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary.
The Viking Amun joins four identical sister ships on the Nile, featuring Viking's signature Scandinavian design elements including a square bow and indoor/outdoor Aquavit Terrace. Viking plans to expand its Egypt fleet to 12 vessels by 2027, with five additional ships scheduled for delivery in the next two years. The company's broader expansion plans include 27 new river ships by 2028 and 10 ocean ships by 2031.
Viking (NYSE:VIK) has unveiled its new 2027-2028 World Cruise itineraries, headlined by a spectacular 142-day Viking World Cruise visiting 31 countries across six continents. The flagship journey, departing Fort Lauderdale on December 28, 2027, aboard the Viking Vesta, will feature 62 guided tours and overnight stays in 16 cities before concluding in London.
The company is offering multiple itinerary options, including an extended 170-day Viking World Voyage III, a 153-day Viking World Voyage IV, and a shorter 125-day Viking World Discoveries voyage. Passengers can enjoy special booking incentives until August 31, 2025, including free business class airfare, a $4,000 per couple shore excursion credit, and a $2,000 per couple shipboard credit.
Viking (NYSE:VIK) announced it will host a conference call on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss its second quarter 2025 financial results. The financial results will be released before market open on the same day.
The conference call will be available via simultaneous webcast on Viking's investor relations website. Investors can access the webcast replay for 30 days following the call at https://ir.viking.com.
Viking (NYSE:VIK) has opened bookings for its 2027-2028 ocean and expedition voyages across all seven continents. The company announced a new expedition itinerary, "Into the Antarctic Circle," offering travelers the opportunity to cross the 66°33′ line of latitude while exploring Antarctica.
The expanded deployment includes voyages on the new Viking Lyra, scheduled to join the fleet in 2028 for Mediterranean and Scandinavian routes. Viking's fleet offers over 100 itineraries across five oceans, featuring popular destinations like the British Isles, South America, Australia, and the Great Lakes.
The company is currently offering a Summer Sale through August 31, 2025, with reduced fares, potential free international airfare, and a $25 deposit for North American travelers.
Viking (NYSE:VIK) announced the successful float out of its newest ocean ship, the Viking Mira, marking a significant construction milestone at the Fincantieri shipyard in Ancona. The vessel, classified as a small ship with a gross tonnage of 54,300 tons, features 499 staterooms and can accommodate 998 guests.
Set to debut in spring 2026, the Viking Mira will begin its inaugural season with itineraries in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. The float out ceremony, which took place on July 31, 2025, represents the ship's first contact with water and signals its entry into the final construction phase.
Viking (NYSE:VIK) has announced its inaugural river voyages in India with the launch of the Viking Brahmaputra, an 80-guest vessel specifically designed for the Brahmaputra River. Set to debut in late 2027, the ship will operate between Guwahati and Nimati Ghat in Assam as part of the new 15-day Wonders of India itinerary.
The vessel will feature 40 outside staterooms with Scandinavian design, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, verandas, a Spa & Fitness Center, and a Sky Bar. The comprehensive itinerary includes an eight-day river voyage plus guided land programs in Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, with 13 included tours and visits to up to 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Viking is offering promotional savings of up to $5,000 per couple plus airfare from $999 through July 31, 2025.
Viking (NYSE:VIK) has achieved remarkable recognition in Travel + Leisure's 2025 World's Best Awards, maintaining its #1 position for Expeditions and securing top rankings for both river and ocean lines. The company has made history by simultaneously holding #1 rankings for Rivers, Oceans, and Expeditions from both Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler readers - a distinction no other travel company has achieved.
The recognition comes during the 30th anniversary of Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards. Viking has also garnered additional accolades, including multiple awards from U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Cruise Lines ranking, Forbes Travel Guide 2024 Star Awards, and Cruise Critic's 2024 Best in Cruise Awards.
Viking (NYSE:VIK) has named its newest ocean ship, the Viking Vesta, during a traditional ceremony in Split, Croatia. Norwegian journalist Lene Tangevald-Jensen served as the ceremonial godmother for the 998-guest vessel.
The Viking Vesta, classified as a small ship with a gross tonnage of 54,300 tons, features 499 staterooms with verandas, Scandinavian design elements, and various al fresco dining options. The ship will operate Mediterranean and Northern Europe cruises during its inaugural season.
The naming ceremony included traditional elements such as breaking a bottle of Norwegian aquavit on the ship's hull and performances by soprano Sissel Kyrkjebø and violinist Tor Jaran Apold. The event coincides with Viking's celebration of 10 years of ocean voyages in 2025.
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