Many Lines Offering Behind the Scenes Tours For a Fee

One of the new trends in cruising is the “Behind The Scenes Tour” for a fee.  Passengers on most cruise lines now have opportunity to book an excursion that never leaves the ship, but instead gives them an insiders view of many areas that are off limits to the ship’s guests.
History
In the “golden age of  [...]

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Carnival’S New ‘Behind The Fun’ Tours Offer Unique Insight Into Line’S Shipboard Operations

MIAMI (July 23, 2009) – For those who want to get an insider’s look at the inner-workings of a Carnival “Fun Ship,” the line has created Behind the Fun, a guided tour that provides guests with a unique insight into the company’s shipboard operations.
Currently available on the Carnival Valor and Carnival Conquest, the program will [...]

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Princess Cruises Debuts New “Ultimate Ship Tour” with Launch of Ruby Princess

SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (September 2, 2008) — Most cruise ship passengers are aware that behind the scenes of their relaxing cruise vacation there’s a bustle of activity to deliver an excellent experience, but few have gotten an up-close look at these inner workings. This will change in November with the debut of Ruby Princess [...]

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