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exploringmore.com ON LOCATION WITH KARINE Karine Hagen, Sr. Vice President of Viking, shares her travel and lifestyle tips to help you get the most out of your adventures The past year has been particularly special as we launched more new ships on the seas and the rivers. As well as exploring new places, I have been focusing on incorporating well-being into my travels. Here, I have shared some of my insights that can help you to maximize your own experience as you explore more of the world with us. I do love walking my dog, Finse, every day EVERYDAY WELL-BEING I try to incorporate elements of wellness into my routine whenever I can, especially when I am traveling. I walk wherever I can and avoid elevators if possible. And I always carry my own bags! If I do indulge in a spa treatment, which is rare, I love a foot massage. In China, a foot massage is Verona is my new favorite Italian city Da d with French chanteuse Mrielle Mathiew like a ritual; they bathe your feet in warm water infused with Chinese herbs before giving your feet a little taste of heaven. If you fancy a similar treat but you are not in China, The Spa on board our ocean ships offers a wonderfully relaxing and indulgent 80-minute treatment called Royal Nordic Feet. TO UNWIND AND RELAX I take a bath; nothing soothes the soul, marks the end of the day and prepares you for a good night’s sleep as well as a luxurious bubble bath! I also love listening to good music and I try to tune in to the British radio station Classic FM from wherever I am in the world. Finally, fresh air is so important to me. I am not a big fan of indoor gyms, but I do love walking my dog, Finse, every day and any time spent outdoors is well-being time in my world. HISTORIC VERONA I have been exploring the delights of Verona, most famous for being

ON LOCATION WITH KARINE Viking Sky in Tromsø, Norway the setting of Romeo and Juliet, and it is my new favorite Italian city. The Old Town is pedestrianized and full of charming houses, shops and small restaurants, and it has a lovely ambience. I am so pleased that we will soon be incorporating Verona and Lake Como as a new pre- or postcruise extension. PACK LIKE A PRO I have become very good at living out of suitcases over the past few years! Here are some of my packing tricks that can maximize space and order, while minimizing wrinkles: •Roll your clothes: the clothes crease less and somehow seem to take up less space. •Keep plenty of ziplock bags: the largesize heavy-duty, transparent kind are best. Great for organizing cosmetics, and anything else that leaks! Or look out for little pouches and travel bags. •Placing a sheet of Bounce (fabric softener) in your bag helps to keep your clothes cling-free and smelling fresh. Start your day with a healthy smoothie VITAMIN BOOST On our ocean ships, the Viking Bar serves a delicious green drink packed with goodness. 7 oz (200g) fresh spinach 3 celery sticks 1 pineapple 2 apples 2 lemons 1 T grated ginger 1 tsp turmeric powder 2 C (500 ml) water Mix well in a blender and serve. The perfect way to kick-start your day. Serves 4. My favorite bag and luggage brand is Longchamp. The bags themselves weigh very little, they last forever and I think look nice, too! longchamp.com Go online: You can watch videos of Karine’s latest travels at exploringmore.com EXPLORE MORE 2019 | VIKING.COM 125