Sails were adopted in Scandinavia by approximately the seventh century. Only fragments survive, but evidence suggests Viking sails were roughly square shaped and made of wool dyed in bold colors ...

They could cross the open oceans under sail and then switch to ... during which the Norse perfected longship design, coincides with the eruption of seaborne Viking raids on the monasteries and ...

Viking Saturn sails to a variety of destinations in northern ... Travelers love the ship's clean Scandinavian design and compact size, which allows it to dock in smaller ports that larger cruise ...

Enjoy all this while sailing on board one of the state ... the award-winning vessels of Viking have been recognized for their small ship luxury, streamlined Scandinavian design, refined onboard ...

Viking's newest Nile River ship, Viking Amun, has been floated out of the shipyard, marking a major construction milestone ...

The vessel features 499 all veranda staterooms, Scandinavian design, light-filled public spaces and several al fresco dining ...

Viking has announced that its newest Nile River ship, the 82-guest Viking Amun, has reached a significant maritime milestone. Viking Amun has been “floated out” marking a major construction target–the ...

The most striking discovery was the biggest longship yet found, 119 feet long, with room for at least 72 oars and a crew of 100. With its draft of only about three feet and a huge, 2,175-square ...