As you sail with Viking each new day brings a different port, and with it plenty of time for shopping. Join Karine as she explores the sweet gifts to be found in Passau, Germany; Vienna, Austria; and Budapest, Hungary.

Learn about Port wines with Karine Hagen as local experts in Porto, Portugal describe the history and production of Portugal's famous Port wines. This fortified sweet red wine, is produced exclusively in the Douro Valley in northern Portugal.

Soups are an integral part of Russian culture. Every dinner starts with a homemade soup, always made from scratch and with the freshest ingredients. Sampling these tasty creations is a great start towards understanding Russia and its people.