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RECIPES FROM Around The World

One of the most exciting parts of taking a trip is the chance to try the local flavors. Food allows us to connect with a culture and explore with more of our senses. Making international dishes at home is a great way to relive travel memories and find inspiration for your next trip.

We’ve rounded up three recipes from around the world to add a little international flair to your kitchen adventures.

Croque Monsieur

Simple, yet mouth-watering, the croque monsieur is a straightforward dish that makes for a decadent lunch or dinner. Sticking true to the French affinity for cheese, butter, and bread this open-faced sandwich is easy to make at home. Makes 8 open-faced sandwiches or 4 double-deckers (pictured).

INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp butter 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour 2 c milk 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp garlic powder 12 oz Gruyere, grated (5 cups) 1/2 c freshly grated Parmesan 8 slices of bread 8 oz ham, sliced but not paper thin

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Preheat the oven to 400º F.

2. In a saucepan, melt the butter. Add the flour and stir. 3. Slowly pour the milk into the butter and flour mixture and cook, whisking constantly, until the sauce is thickened. Once it is thickened, add salt, pepper, garlic powder, 1/2 cup grated Gruyere, and the Parmesan. Remove from heat and set aside.

4. Toast the bread on baking sheets in the oven. Remember to flip the bread to toast on both sides. 5. Once toasted, top each slice of bread with a slice of ham and cheese sauce. Sprinkle the remaining cheese (4 1/2 cups Gruyere) on top. 6. Bake sandwiches for 5 minutes or until cheese has melted.

Sipping this cool, tropical drink will transport your mind to your favorite beach destination. The bright colors and refreshing taste make this beverage a perfect complement to your summer relaxation. Makes one serving. INGREDIENTS 1 1/4 oz light rum 1 1/4 oz dark rum 2 oz pineapple juice 1 oz orange juice 1/4 oz fresh lime juice 1/4 oz grenadine*

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Combine all ingredients into a shaker. 2. Add ice and give it a 10-30 second shake. 3. Strain and pour into glass of your choice. 4. Garnish with a cherry or a slice of pineapple. *Note: The grenadine can be omitted if you don’t have it on hand, though it is key to giving this drink it’s typical red/orange color. Hawaiian Haupia

This traditional Hawaiian treat is popular in cakes, puddings, and pies, but the original Haupia is a dessert all on its own. Traditionally served in small, Jello-like squares, it’s a unique and authentic dish that is worth a try, whether it’s in your own kitchen or in the land of Aloha. Makes 16 2” square servings. INGREDIENTS 1 can full fat coconut milk (about 14 oz) 5 Tbsp cornstarch (4 for less firm texture) 5 Tbsp granulated sugar 3/4 c water INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place coconut milk in a small saucepan over medium heat. Note: It must be full fat coconut milk to properly set. 2. In a separate bowl, combine sugar and cornstarch, and add the water. Whisk until completely combined. 3. When the coconut milk just starts to simmer, add the sugar/cornstarch mix, and whisk. Keep whisking until the mixture thickens (about 10 minutes). 4. Pour into an 8x8 pan and allow to cool on the counter before refrigerating. Refrigerate at least 2 hours. 5. Cut into 2-inch pieces and serve.

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Welcome to extraordinary hosts and guests from around the world on our daily live stream sessions. Our library of additional programming is also at your fingertips on Viking.TV, from short documentaries, to reading lists and filmographies and classical music concerts, and so much more.

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Travel READS

Author Anna Quindlen wrote, “Books are the plane, and the train, and the road. They are the destination, and the journey. They are home.”

Although our worlds have temporarily gotten smaller, our imaginations continue to concoct whimsical and wonderful journeys. Hopping on a plane, or a train, or the road, is just a matter of opening the pages of a good book. It just depends on where you want to go!

The United States

LONESOME DOVE This Pulitzer-prize winner follows the stories of retired Texas Rangers and their adventures herding cattle through the American frontier. The classic themes of longing, life and death, and friendship may leave you wanting to read the other three books in this series!

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES AT THE WHISTLESTOP CAFE Give your brain a break with this charming portrait of a small Alabama town and its Southern sensibilities. The delightful narrative of a friendship that has endured heartbreak and tragedy will leave you smiling and feeling like you too are a patron of the Whistlestop Café.

JUST KIDS Patti Smith’s memoir provides a glimpse of her relationship with photographer Robert Mapplethorpe and of New York City in the 1960s and 1970s. Smith brings the excitement and vulnerability of the city’s avant-garde art scene alive through her poetic portrayal of the characters that lived it.

Mexico & The Caribbean

MERMAIDS IN PARADISE Dark comedy meets mystery in this quick read about a couple honeymooning in the Caribbean. They meet a marine biologist who drags them into a fantastical tale when she claims to have discovered a group of mermaids in the waters nearby.

THE LACUNA The odyssey of one man’s life begins in Mexico and weaves through the art, history, and communist tensions of the 20 th century. He struggles to find his identity as he is tossed between Mexico and the United States. With an eccentric supporting cast of Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and Lev Trotsky, The Lacuna paints a vivid picture of place and character.

WHAT HAPPENS IN PARADISE Elin Hilderbrand has been called “the Queen of the Summer Beach Read,” and this blend of mystery and romance takes readers straight to St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The tragic death of a husband brings the protagonist and her kids to the island where they discover their family is not as perfect as they assumed.

WHAT ARE YOU READING TO ESCAPE RIGHT NOW? Share your travel book of choice with the hashtag #TravelReads!

Europe

THE VACATIONERS A family vacation to the Spanish island of Mallorca starts in a celebratory mood but quickly spirals into drama and awkward encounters. As we look forward to our own family getaways, The Vacationers serves as an entertaining reminder that every family has its messes, even on vacation.

BEAUTIFUL RUINS From the romantic Italian coastline to the rowdy throngs of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, this novel takes readers across the lifetimes of its captivating characters and watches them unfold as they continue to follow their dreams.

MY LIFE IN FRANCE Immerse yourself in a new culture through the eyes of beloved chef Julia Childs. If her descriptions of the French countryside don’t inspire your wanderlust, her personal transformation will.

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In each row, chose the option that you prefer. At the end, you’ll total up your answers to see which type of vacation you should talk to your travel agent about next!

 Umbrellas in your drinks  Work up a sweat on the trail  Pack your sunscreen  See a show in a theater  Listen to the waves  Step through time in a museum  Enjoy the silence of nature  Cook over the campfire  Take a dip in the ocean

OR OR OR OR OR OR OR OR OR

 Coffee in a cafe  Find your zen with a massage  Pack your raincoat  See the stars at night  Listen to the local musicians  Sail along the shores of a lake  Learn a new language  Taste the whole menu  Try on the latest fashions

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Mostly Blue  It’s time for a dose of island life! Whether you find yourself watching the sunset over the horizon in Hawaii or strolling the beaches of the Caribbean, you are ready for a relaxing beach vacation. With an all-inclusive resort or a tropical cruise, you can escape to the world’s stunning shores and find the peace you’ve been searching for.

Mostly Teal  Escape to those wide-open spaces! You’re ready for deep breaths of fresh air. Whether you opt for outside in a U.S. National Park or embark on a safari in Africa, you want a chance to reconnect with the world around you. Nature provides us all with a place to get back to our roots and take a break from our busy lives.

Mostly Coral  Sight-see in the city! You’re a cultureseeker, and you have probably missed visiting museums, theaters, and restaurants in recent months. From London to Paris to Chicago, the world is full of vibrant cities where you can learn, listen, and laugh the days away...and you plan to, as soon as you can!

So what are you waiting for?

Reach out to your travel advisor to talk about your quiz results and how you can make your travel dreams a reality!

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DESTINATIONS: FROM THE CARIBBEAN, TO EUROPE & MORE Caribbean, The Bahamas, Mexico, Europe, Bermuda, Alaska, Hawaii, Canada & New England, Panama Canal, Australia, Trans-Atlantic, Trans-Pacific

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CARNIVAL PANORAMA

Carnival’s newest Vista class ship, Carnival Panorama™, is sailing out of Long Beach, CA and visiting top spots across Mexico’s postcardperfect Pacific coast. Destinations include Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas, and more. • Home port: Long Beach, CA • Destination: Mexican Riviera • Sky Zone, the first indoor trampoline park at sea! • Carnival Kitchen • Carnival WaterWorks & Skyride • Havana Bar & Pool • Family Harbor & Havana Stateroom & Suites • Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse |

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MARDI GRAS

In 2020, you will be able to sail on a new ship that will change the cruise world, Mardi Gras. Carnival is not just paying homage to their first ship — in cruising circles, this name suggests innovation and signals the start of something big.

• Homeport: Port Canaveral, FL • Destinations: Western & Eastern Caribbean • First ever roller coaster at sea with BOLT™: Ultimate Sea Coaster™ • Six Distinctive Zones : Grand Central, French Quarter, Summer Landing,

La Piazza, Lido, The Ultimate Playground • Emeril’s Bistro 1396™ — Emeril Lagasse first-ever restaurant at sea • 20 different stateroom categories