thecruiserofships Posted March 9, 2014 #1 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Do any ships still offer any FREE galley tours? I was going through my first cruise pictures today on the Ecstasy (2007) and I came across my photos from the ship's free galley tour that was held on the last sea day. The tour was really neat and enjoyable. I wish that I would be able to someday tour the galley again (not Behind the Fun Tour, but for free). I also thought I would share my galley tour photos: http://www.embarkandaway.com/1/post/2014/03/carnival-ecstasy-galley-tour.html I am not implying that is was a cutback at all. This probably didn't cost any money to run, but it cost the crew's time and energy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine5715 Posted March 9, 2014 #2 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Nope, no more free gallery tours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodey Posted March 9, 2014 #3 Share Posted March 9, 2014 they offer it only with the behind the scenes tour and they charge for it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfadj Posted March 9, 2014 #4 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Other choice is if you do chefs table you do spend some time in the galley. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thecruiserofships Posted March 9, 2014 Author #5 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Other choice is if you do chefs table you do spend some time in the galley. I forgot about this option. Is the chef's table any good? Is it worth the price? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thecruiserofships Posted March 9, 2014 Author #6 Share Posted March 9, 2014 they offer it only with the behind the scenes tour and they charge for it... This is what I was afraid of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funcruiser1234 Posted March 9, 2014 #7 Share Posted March 9, 2014 No, they do not seem to offer the galley tour besides the Behind the Fun tour and Chef's Table (all for $$$). There may be a few exceptions to this depending on who is running the ship at a given time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christmas Posted March 9, 2014 #8 Share Posted March 9, 2014 No, they used to offer it for Platinum members. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATHENA3 Posted March 9, 2014 #9 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Years ago the galley tour and bridge tour were free for anyone. But now they charge for the tour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boat Drinks 88 Posted March 10, 2014 #10 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Do they still have the "behind the fun" on the dream? Any idea how to sign up for it or how much it costs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thecruiserofships Posted March 10, 2014 Author #11 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Thank you to all for the information! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pine Bluff Posted March 10, 2014 #12 Share Posted March 10, 2014 For a while, they were a perk for Platinum members, a private galley tour. Another perk the Platinuim members lost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carnival Beerleader Posted March 10, 2014 #13 Share Posted March 10, 2014 (edited) For a while, they were a perk for Platinum members, a private galley tour. Another perk the Platinuim members lost. Did not know you were platinum Edited March 10, 2014 by Carnival Beerleader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pine Bluff Posted March 10, 2014 #14 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Did not know you were platinum I was already platinum when they launched the program. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deborahjo Posted March 11, 2014 #15 Share Posted March 11, 2014 We did a galley tour 2 years ago on the Valor. It was listed in the Capers on our Liberty cruise in October. Have they stopped it. There was no charge for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Dave Posted March 11, 2014 #16 Share Posted March 11, 2014 If I recall correctly (and I could be completely wrong with the dates), didn't they stop offering these tours around the time when norovirus outbreaks became more wide spread? Think about it, if you have a nasty little bug who has a favored vector with food transmission, do you want to expose the ships primary food supply to someone who is potentially ill and might not be aware of an errant sneeze? Not everything has to be related to "cutbacks." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lerin Posted March 11, 2014 #17 Share Posted March 11, 2014 I forgot about this option. Is the chef's table any good? Is it worth the price? Yes, actually it's worth much more(but don't tell Carnival that) I wrote about it and included several photos in my Miracle review posted in my signature. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug910 Posted March 11, 2014 #18 Share Posted March 11, 2014 If I recall correctly (and I could be completely wrong with the dates), didn't they stop offering these tours around the time when norovirus outbreaks became more wide spread? Think about it, if you have a nasty little bug who has a favored vector with food transmission, do you want to expose the ships primary food supply to someone who is potentially ill and might not be aware of an errant sneeze? Not everything has to be related to "cutbacks." ...Well said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thecruiserofships Posted March 11, 2014 Author #19 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Yes, actually it's worth much more(but don't tell Carnival that) I wrote about it and included several photos in my Miracle review posted in my signature. Thanks for sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pellaz Posted March 12, 2014 #20 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Do they still have the "behind the fun" on the dream? Any idea how to sign up for it or how much it costs? Every Carnival ship offers the BtF tour (except possibly on cruises-to-nowhere). The price is $55 on ships without a steakhouse and $95 on ships WITH a steakhouse, and it will be held the morning of your last (or only) sea-day. You book it the moment you board, at the Shore Excursions desk. It usually sells out. Absolutely no cameras or cellphones allowed. They WILL check. It involves a fair amount of walking and climbing stairs, and you must wear closed-toe shoes. You get some schwag, including at least one free photo with the ship's captain; the items vary based on the cost and length of the tour. Tours last around three hours; the more expensive tour normally lasts longer (although mine didn't). I'd say it's worth it to take the tour once. I've taken it three times and will probably do so again, but I really enjoy behind-the-scenes maritime stuff. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfadj Posted March 12, 2014 #21 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Every Carnival ship offers the BtF tour (except possibly on cruises-to-nowhere). The price is $55 on ships without a steakhouse and $95 on ships WITH a steakhouse, and it will be held the morning of your last (or only) sea-day. You book it the moment you board, at the Shore Excursions desk. It usually sells out. Absolutely no cameras or cellphones allowed. They WILL check. It involves a fair amount of walking and climbing stairs, and you must wear closed-toe shoes. You get some schwag, including at least one free photo with the ship's captain; the items vary based on the cost and length of the tour. Tours last around three hours; the more expensive tour normally lasts longer (although mine didn't). I'd say it's worth it to take the tour once. I've taken it three times and will probably do so again, but I really enjoy behind-the-scenes maritime stuff. :) Did it on the Glory just over 3 years ago and it was awesome. Lasted close to 4 hours probably because I asked lots and lots of question. Worth doing once dont think I would do it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boat Drinks 88 Posted March 12, 2014 #22 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Every Carnival ship offers the BtF tour (except possibly on cruises-to-nowhere). The price is $55 on ships without a steakhouse and $95 on ships WITH a steakhouse, and it will be held the morning of your last (or only) sea-day. You book it the moment you board, at the Shore Excursions desk. It usually sells out. Absolutely no cameras or cellphones allowed. They WILL check. It involves a fair amount of walking and climbing stairs, and you must wear closed-toe shoes. You get some schwag, including at least one free photo with the ship's captain; the items vary based on the cost and length of the tour. Tours last around three hours; the more expensive tour normally lasts longer (although mine didn't). I'd say it's worth it to take the tour once. I've taken it three times and will probably do so again, but I really enjoy behind-the-scenes maritime stuff. :) Thank you very much Pellaz! We leave on the Dream Saturday and we will try to book that when we get on the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pearose Posted March 13, 2014 #23 Share Posted March 13, 2014 What is a behind the scenes tour, what does it include and how much is it? Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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