jackg962 Posted January 24, 2015 #1 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Does anyone know if they offer a behind the scenes tour on the getaway. we did one on a carnival ship and they took us thru the kitchen and dowe where all the food is stored. We saw part of engine room and where the crew lives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xriva Posted January 24, 2015 #2 Share Posted January 24, 2015 There's been a behind the scenes tour on every Norwegian cruise we've been on. It's usually listed in the Freestyle Daily. There is a charge - I would have to find my notes but it wasn't unreasonable. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackg962 Posted January 25, 2015 Author #3 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Ok thanks. Last behind the scenes I did was on on a Carnival ship and it was pretty cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annmeat Posted January 25, 2015 #4 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Yes I saw it listed in the dailies at least 3 times on our cruise . I want to take it next time! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annmeat Posted January 25, 2015 #5 Share Posted January 25, 2015 (edited) I think that It was 80 dollars on Getaway Sent from my iPhone using Forums Edited January 25, 2015 by Annmeat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shorzka Posted January 25, 2015 #6 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Yes there is a behind the scenes tour on the Getaway. We asked about it at customer service when we first boarded the ship and were able to book it then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CP Tech Posted January 25, 2015 #7 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Yes.. It's $79.99/person and it's a lot of fun. Just did it the week of x-mas. Covers the following departments: Live Entertainment Main Galley (food prep and storage) Waste Management Laundry and finally some time on the Bridge. Well worth it. Lots of information and a nice walk down I-95. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noddingheadgirl Posted January 26, 2015 #8 Share Posted January 26, 2015 How many times during the week do they normally offer it && when would it have to be booked by?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpms Posted January 26, 2015 #9 Share Posted January 26, 2015 If memory serves me correctly they only offer it on Sea Days... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthlessBoss Posted January 26, 2015 #10 Share Posted January 26, 2015 How many times during the week do they normally offer it && when would it have to be booked by?? It's best to book it shortly after boarding. It all depends on passengers interest as to how quickly the group fills up. If it's anything like the one I took on a Carnival ship, it's awesome to see what really is going on under your feet, it's a whole new world there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noddingheadgirl Posted April 20, 2015 #11 Share Posted April 20, 2015 It's best to book it shortly after boarding. It all depends on passengers interest as to how quickly the group fills up. If it's anything like the one I took on a Carnival ship, it's awesome to see what really is going on under your feet, it's a whole new world there. Thanks, I've done it on the ncl jewel 4 years ago. Definitely will inquire about it right away :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sand and Seas Posted April 20, 2015 #12 Share Posted April 20, 2015 If you are Platinum with Latitudes, there is a free tour. You should see information on it in your room when you check in. We finally did this on the Dawn in early March. It wasn't as long as the tour they charge you for but it was very good and so I'm looking forward to doing this on the Getaway next month. Romeo, the Latitudes on board consultant, took us on the tour and he was great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demonyte Posted April 21, 2015 #13 Share Posted April 21, 2015 (edited) If you are Platinum with Latitudes, there is a free tour. You should see information on it in your room when you check in. We finally did this on the Dawn in early March. It wasn't as long as the tour they charge you for but it was very good and so I'm looking forward to doing this on the Getaway next month. Romeo, the Latitudes on board consultant, took us on the tour and he was great. On Jade couple of weeks ago the Platinum tour was finally called a mini tour because that's what it is - it is not comparable to the paid tour. From my experiences I would't call it "very good" but obiviously it's better than not having a tour at all. ;) Also good to hear that you had good Future Cruise Consultant, I've been on two different Platinum tours where the guides were abysmal and we were outright lied to because the consultants were so ignorant and unknowledgeable (there weren't different people telling about their respective departments like on the real, paid tour, so the guide's narrative was all we got). Edited April 21, 2015 by Demonyte Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dexddd Posted April 21, 2015 #14 Share Posted April 21, 2015 If you are Platinum with Latitudes, there is a free tour. You should see information on it in your room when you check in. We finally did this on the Dawn in early March. It wasn't as long as the tour they charge you for but it was very good and so I'm looking forward to doing this on the Getaway next month. Romeo, the Latitudes on board consultant, took us on the tour and he was great. For the Platinum tour you have to watch when they are having it as on some ships they schedule it at or overlapping with the CC M&G. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_sobe Posted April 21, 2015 #15 Share Posted April 21, 2015 The pay tour is much more inclusive than the free latitudes tour. We did it a few months ago and was surprised how expensive it was. They all sell out so book fast. But one reason it is so expensive is that EVERYONE gets a professional photo in a chef's hat in the kitchen. The photo is also in one of those photo book cases you would buy for an embarkation photo. So that is really $35 of the price. If you have 5 people in your family.....everyone gets the photo. Ours turned out really nice so I am glad we did it. The tour takes you behind the scenes of entertainment, kitchen areas, food prep, recycling room, laundry room, and the crew restaurant. It ends in the bridge which is really cool. You get to see all the instruments they use to maneuver the ship. I would say the tour is not for little kids. We had a 8 year old on the tour and he was very annoyed and impatient standing around for 90 minutes. Its definitely an interesting tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demonyte Posted April 21, 2015 #16 Share Posted April 21, 2015 It ends in the bridge which is really cool That is not granted and depends on the captain and several other variables like weather/traffic/etc situations that can limit access. I've been on full tour that only visited the bridge viewing room with 3rd officer meeting us there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goofygal531 Posted April 21, 2015 #17 Share Posted April 21, 2015 What time is the tour offered and how long does it run? Is there a dress code? On Carnival, long pants and closed toe shoes are required. I'm shocked to hear an 8 year old was in attendance! Usually, under 16 is prohibited from crew areas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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