Learn more about the Vikings, their lifestyle, and where the stereotypical horned helmet originated from.

Viking announced a new river journey through one of India’s most captivating regions is coming soon—and it promises an unforgettable blend of culture, comfort, and adventure. If you’ve ever wanted to ...

For many travelers, the idea of circling the globe by ship is the ultimate bucket-list journey. Few cruise lines have leaned into that dream more than Viking Cruises, which has built its reputation on ...

Do you ever wonder, as you watch the endless Viking River Cruise ads on public television, whether Viking actually delivers on its elegant, British-accented promise? You know the one: “Explore the ...

Misconceptions abound about Vikings. They are often depicted as bloodthirsty, unwashed warriors with winged helmets. But that's a poor picture based largely on Viking portrayals in the 19th century, ...

• Diana Dretske is a historian curator at Libertyville-based Dunn Museum, operated by the Lake County Forest Preserves. She writes the Lake County History blog for the Forest Preserves. This is her ...

Weigh the anchors and draw your battleaxes for the sixth annual Pirate Viking Summer Festival, setting sail on Saturday, Aug. 23, and Sunday, Aug. 24, in Edgewood at Wildlife West Nature Park. Eric ...