As our first river cruise we chose the company that impressed us most. This was from reviews here on Cruise Review to their marketing videos and phone conversations with reservation staff. To support our rating, today I have just booked with Viking for another river cruise in 2017.
It was a pleasure to sail on a 2015 build ship that looked as if it had just been launched and outfitted. Clean as a new pin, bright and airy with plenty space for it 190 passengers.
As can be seen here from other reviews Viking staff are excellent in manner and appearance.
High class hotel standard. Superb maid service.
French Window more than adequate. Don't see a need for veranda upgrade.
Beautiful shower room
Comfortable beds
42" TV with movies and live view of front of ship
Full central heating
Bose Sound System