What is the anticipated fill‑rate for the Viking Vesta® on the inaugural departure and subsequent sailings?

Anticipated fill‑rate – Viking has said that it expects the Viking Vesta’s inaugural departure on 28 Dec 2027 to sail essentially sold‑out, with a fill‑rate of roughly 95‑100 %. For the subsequent world‑cruise sailings it is targeting high‑double‑digit occupancy – around 88‑92 % – a level that Viking normally achieves on new‑ship introductions once the initial wave of early‑bird bookings softens.

Trading implications – A near‑full launch underscores strong demand for premium‑priced, long‑duration cruises and should reinforce the market’s view that Viking’s 2027‑28 itinerary expansion is a genuine revenue catalyst. The forward‑looking occupancy outlook translates into a healthier cash‑flow profile for FY2028‑29, supporting the company’s guidance for higher adjusted EBITDA and a modest lift to its earnings‑per‑share outlook. In practice, the news is already priced into Viking’s (VIK) stock, but the confirmation of a 95‑plus % fill‑rate gives a short‑term upside bias for traders looking to add to long positions or to buy on pull‑backs, while keeping an eye on any macro‑risk (e.g., consumer‑confidence or fuel‑price shocks) that could erode those occupancy expectations. Technicals remain bullish – the stock is holding above its 50‑day EMA and has formed higher lows – so a breakout above the recent resistance (~$38) could trigger further upside, especially as the December 28 sail date approaches and the booking window tightens.