World's longest cruise sets sail from London
The Viking Cruises ship Viking Sun has embarked on an eight-month 'round-the-world trip, said to be the world's longest cruise. Viking Cruises has just launched its "Ultimate World Cruise" -- a 245-day luxury journey aimed at setting the Guinness World Record for the longest continuous passenger cruise. "Our Ultimate World Cruise is the most extensive itinerary available in the industry, nearly double the length of our previous world cruise itineraries. What you won't find on a Viking ship are casinos or kids (cruises are limited to passengers 18 or older). In May, the company hit headlines when its Viking Sky cruise ship was left adrift in stormy Norwegian seas due to engine trouble.