Viking Celebrates Naming Ceremony for Cruise Ship Mira in Italy

New Ocean Ship Viking Mira Officially Named in Venice

The newest ocean liner from Viking, Viking Mira, was officially named during a traditional ceremony in Venice, Italy. Rebecca “Becky” Webb Wilson — an attorney, author, photographer, and philanthropist — served as the ceremonial godmother.

The Viking Mira will now continue her inaugural season, sailing in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.

«We are proud to welcome the new Viking Mira to our award-winning fleet of elegant sister ships», — said Torstein Hagen, executive chairman of Viking.

«We are also very honored to have Rebecca as our newest Viking godmother. Her lifelong commitment to public service, exploration, and cultural understanding is an inspiration to all of us», — added Hagen.

During the naming ceremony, Rebecca used a Viking broad axe to cut a ribbon that released a bottle of Norwegian aquavit to break on the ship's hull.

Guests also enjoyed performances by Sissel Kyrkjebø — one of the world's leading crossover sopranos and godmother of the sister ship Viking Jupiter.

       
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About the Cruise Ship Viking Mira

Features:
All veranda staterooms, Scandinavian design, light-filled public spaces, and al fresco dining options.

Specifications:
Classified as a small ship, the Viking Mira has a gross tonnage of 54,300 tons and 499 staterooms that can accommodate 998 guests.

About the Godmother
Viking stated in a press release that Rebecca has dedicated her career to public service, philanthropy, and cultural engagement.

A graduate of Vanderbilt University and the University of Memphis School of Law, she began her career as a flight attendant with Pan American World Airways.

Later, Rebecca served as an Assistant United States Attorney and has held leadership roles with educational, healthcare, and civic organizations. She is also the founder of youth leadership initiatives focused on bridging social and cultural divides.

Notably, she was behind Bridge Builders — a youth leadership program whose aim continues to be overcoming prejudice and fostering meaningful connections among students from different backgrounds, which has so far engaged over 20,000 participants.

Photo caption:
Executive Chairman Torstein Hagen with Rebecca Wilson, godmother of the Viking Mira , and her husband Spence during the naming ceremony in Venice, Italy.

       
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