VIKING LINE FERRY GABRIELLA - 2-NIGHT CRUISE STOCKHOLM-HELSINKI-STOCKHOLM, Stockholm

Departure is from Stadsgården in Stockholm city centre, just a few minutes from the Old Town and Skeppsholmen. Bromma Stockholm Airport is 11 km away. After the overnight crossing, the ship docks in central Helsinki for a 6-8 hour stopover (10:10-16:30 local time), giving you time to explore Helsinki on foot or by tram before reboarding for the return. Arlanda Airport is 42 km from Stockholm city centre; the Flygbussarna airport coach costs about 415 SEK return and runs from Cityterminalen. Public trams and buses serve the port directly.

Choose from several categories: inside cabins (windowless, most affordable), sea-view cabins with a window, outside cabins with panoramic windows, suites with a balcony, and family cabins with two bunk beds plus a double. All include air conditioning, heating, TV, internal phone, hairdryer, and private toilet/shower. Higher-category cabins add a complimentary minibar. Cabins on deck 5 and above tend to be quieter; the cheapest inside cabins are compact but practical for sleeping. Allergy-friendly cabins with wooden floors are an alternative to the standard carpeted rooms. Soundproofing is good, and the ship is stable even in rough weather.

The main Buffet restaurant offers breakfast (continental, American, Full English/Irish, vegetarian, and gluten-free options) and dinner with local and international dishes. À la Carte & Seafood Bar, Grill, and Bistrotek serve dinner. Coffee & Joy offers lighter meals and snacks from breakfast through dinner. All restaurants provide vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options on request. Breakfast cost depends on the restaurant and is not included in standard cabin rates - you can pay per meal or add it in advance via customer service. The buffet dinner is paid per person per meal. A minimarket and a snack bar are also available. Bringing your own food is allowed, but alcoholic drinks cannot be brought onboard.

Wellness facilities include a paid spa and wellness centre with a sauna, hot tub/jacuzzi, fitness/spa locker rooms, and a sun terrace. Massages - back, head, foot, full body, and couples - are available for an additional charge. Spa packages and a relaxation lounge are also on offer. For entertainment, there is live music, shows, karaoke, a nightclub/DJ, a casino, and bingo most evenings. Kids have a supervised kids' club, indoor play area, outdoor playground, and evening entertainment. The ship is family-friendly, and children's activities are free.

The front desk is staffed 24 hours and offers currency exchange, tour desk, and lockers. Free luggage storage is available, useful for exploring after check-out. A minimarket and a large duty-free shop sell groceries, snacks, drinks, and souvenirs. For business travellers, a paid business centre and meeting/banquet facilities are on board. A paid shuttle service can be arranged. The ship is wheelchair accessible, with cabins featuring grab rails and emergency cords. Security includes 24-hour CCTV and smoke alarms. Check-in is smooth even close to departure; no credit card is required for boarding if the booking is fully paid.