The most fascinating tour on any ship – behind the scenes
People on cruises usually look for tours in the places where the ship docks, but for some reason, they overlook one of the most fascinating tours available – a behind-the-scenes tour of the ship's operations. These tours usually take place on sea days when the ship is not anchored, last for two to three hours in small groups, and there are very few of them, so it's first come, first served. During the tour, you get a glimpse into areas where public access is restricted, and you receive explanations about the logistics and the opportunity to witness the daily operation of all the services of a "floating hotel" with thousands of people – how the kitchen is managed to serve thousands of meals a day, the food and beverage warehouses including enormous refrigerators and freezers on the lower decks and efficient inventory management, laundry and ironing on a massive scale, staff accommodation and recreation areas, and even the ship's control and monitoring rooms. This is a fascinating tour like no other, especially on the newer giant ships, and it's recommended to book it well in advance to ensure a spot.
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