Image of the Day: Let There Be Fireworks!

A huge crowd of local residents and visitors gathered along the harbor in in Bergen, Norway to enjoy the fireworks display celebrating Viking Star’s christening on May 17th.

The Viking Star is the first ocean going cruise ship, owned by river cruise company Viking Cruises. The christening ceremony itself was a special treat for the local fans as it coincided with the celebration of Norway’s National Constitution Day.

The ship, which is currently sailing the Baltic and Mediterranean, will be operated by Viking’s ocean division, named Viking Ocean Cruises.

World Maritime News Staff; Image: Viking Cruises