MarcMcD Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 I’ll admit it. I’m a nerd. Mechanical devices are cool to me- and a ship is in effect a large machine with all of us onboard. Contemplating the behind the scenes tour, and was wondering if anyone had been on it- I’d they thought is was worth the money spent. Thanks in advance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouthernYankee Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 We have done the galley and bridge tours before but never the entire tour that goes into the bowels of the lower levels. Have heard from numerous fellow cruisers that have taken the inclusive tour that is fantastic and very educational and enlightening. We plan to do one of these in February when on the Oasis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coneyraven Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 One of the things that I really enjoyed and was surprised by, when we did the Pasta Making Class and the Sushi Making Class..... we got tours of the galley included. Very Cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazza Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 Hi. Are these open to 'anybody' or do you have to be high ranking C&Aers?! If they are open to all, what kind of $$ are you looking at please?! Thanks Barrie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 If you've never done a behind the scenes tour before, then yes, it's worth the money. Do it. 16 minutes ago, Bazza said: Are these open to 'anybody' or do you have to be high ranking C&Aers?! If they are open to all, what kind of $$ are you looking at please?! Available to all guests. You should see it listed as an option in your Cruise Planner. Bazza 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazza Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 Thanks Matt Not there yet. Will keep checking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazza Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 46 minutes ago, Matt said: If you've never done a behind the scenes tour before, then yes, it's worth the money. Do it. Available to all guests. You should see it listed as an option in your Cruise Planner. Hi again Matt Where will something like this appear on the planner? At present my 'headings' are: Dining & Beverage Entertainment & Activities Internet & More Spa & Fitness Shore Excursions Royal Gifts Photo Packages & Products Also, what do the photo packages actually give? Can't find out from the 3rd party site yet as my cruise is not showing! Thank you (again) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 I highly recommend the All Access Tour - especially if you are really interested in how things work behind the scenes. I think the price on this tour has come down some since we took it. I think we paid $150 each a number of years ago but I think it's a bit lower now. If that's the case, I really REALLY recommend it The Behind the Scenes Tours are nice but they will not give you the indepth information and access that the AAT does. We visited the crew areas including their dining room, bar and social quarters area (the nice lady that gave us the tour even took us to her personal quarters but I don't think that's normally part of the tour !), the engine room (although there was only limited access to some of that), the laundry, the cold and warm storage areas, the galley of course, the trash and recycling area and a nice tour of the Central Park area which was fascinating. This tour also includes all of the areas normally covered by the behind the scenes tours (theater, galley and bridge) but so much more too. You have to wear closed toed shoes and there is a bit of walking up steepish stairs but it's really a good tour, IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLA Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 Just now, WAAAYTOOO said: I think we paid $150 each a number of years ago but I think it's a bit lower now. If that's the case, I really REALLY recommend it We saw it as low as $119 on our Cruise Planner before Allure! WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjac Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 39 minutes ago, KLAconQueso said: We saw it as low as $119 on our Cruise Planner before Allure! KLA is correct. I booked for three of us on our Allure B2B next March at $119.00 each on the cruise planner. WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orange Crush Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 I believe it shows up under "Entertainment & Activities," it's not lumped in with the shore excursions. I thought it was really interesting and worthwhile, but I too am a nerd. It was really neat to see how much effort it really takes to run a cruise ship and get a peak at the crew areas. I wouldn't do it on every ship, but it's totally worth it to go at least once. WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 5 hours ago, Bazza said: Where will something like this appear on the planner? Entertainment & Activities Bazza 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 It's $99 on Anthem coming up. I did it on Harmony earlier this month for $119. I posted pics and a brief description in my recap in the Live Blogs. Scroll down to day 5. Harmony 9/30-10/7 Recap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 WOW ! $99. Now THAT'S a deal ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 1 hour ago, twangster said: It's $99 on Anthem coming up. I did it on Harmony earlier this month for $119. I posted pics and a brief description in my recap in the Live Blogs. Scroll down to day 5. Harmony 9/30-10/7 Recap Has that been on your cruise planner for a while? It still doesn't show up in mine for March... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craig403 Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 You'll get to see this cool machine! RestingBird 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 1 hour ago, Sabrinaklai said: Has that been on your cruise planner for a while? It still doesn't show up in mine for March... I booked ~45 days away, it was there from that point, listed under activities, same price both Anthem cruises. Heads up - long pants and closed toe shoes required (no flip flops). No video but photos are allowed (obviously). Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floski Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 I just looked thoroughly (I'm pretty sure) through my cruise planner and it isn't anywhere. Oasis in Jan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 For me it appears after selecting Activities, in the banner at the top for both cruises "All Access Ship Tour", plus in the list of 'Onboard Activities' below. Well look at that, darn it, Sprinkle Time Cupcake Decorating Class is full. Bazza 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floski Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 Still can't find it. Maybe my Oasis trip doesn't have it? They make it so freaking hard sometimes. WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 16 minutes ago, Floski said: Still can't find it. Maybe my Oasis trip doesn't have it? They make it so freaking hard sometimes. Just booked another Anthem cruise in January tonight and the tour is absent from the cruise planner. Hmmm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orange Crush Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 11 hours ago, Floski said: Still can't find it. Maybe my Oasis trip doesn't have it? They make it so freaking hard sometimes. Try calling, either directly or via your travel agent. It's possible they aren't doing it that sailing or it sold out, but I'm willing to bet it's just hiding in the system. I think Royal Caribbean bought their IT systems from the Willy Wonka factory. I've called and asked about excursions and activities before and they've magically appeared in the cruise planner moments later. I suspect an Oompa Loompa fell asleep and my call woke them up. coneyraven 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coneyraven Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 6 minutes ago, Orange Crush said: Try calling, either directly or via your travel agent. It's possible they aren't doing it that sailing or it sold out, but I'm willing to bet it's just hiding in the system. I think Royal Caribbean bought their IT systems from the Willy Wonka factory. I've called and asked about excursions and activities before and they've magically appeared in the cruise planner moments later. I suspect an Oompa Loompa fell asleep and my call woke them up. I NEVER do anything via the web site. It's become way to unreliable. I find I get things done quicker with a simple phone call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjac Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 50 minutes ago, coneyraven said: I NEVER do anything via the web site Fear the turtle! coneyraven 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 16 hours ago, Floski said: Still can't find it. Maybe my Oasis trip doesn't have it? They make it so freaking hard sometimes. I've looked everywhere for weeks now and my cruise planner doesn't have it. We are 133 days out. I've always ignored these things in the past but this time we are bringing the kiddies and after a few cruises it's probably a good opportunity for them to see how it works behind the scenes. Hopefully they will appreciate more all the behind the scenes work it takes for them to have a good vacation. And if I can get it for $99 like @twangster then that would be a great deal. It's been around $120 on my last couple cruises. Floski 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 Not sure what the ages of the children are, but you probably should check. I think there may be an age limit on these tours. I really cannot remember. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 Just now, WAAAYTOOO said: Not sure what the ages of the children are, but you probably should check. I think there may be an age limit on these tours. I really cannot remember. Thanks @WAAAYTOOO. They are 9 and 11. But I will look into it if it ever pops up in my cruise planner. I don't even have that option right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 23 minutes ago, Sabrinaklai said: I've looked everywhere for weeks now and my cruise planner doesn't have it. We are 133 days out. I've always ignored these things in the past but this time we are bringing the kiddies and after a few cruises it's probably a good opportunity for them to see how it works behind the scenes. Hopefully they will appreciate more all the behind the scenes work it takes for them to have a good vacation. And if I can get it for $99 like @twangster then that would be a great deal. It's been around $120 on my last couple cruises. It just appeared today for Anthem in January. And its $79!!!!! Sold! It wasn't there yesterday. WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 4 minutes ago, twangster said: It just appeared today for Anthem in January. And its $79!!!!! Sold! It wasn't there yesterday. Oh my...I just logged into my cruise planner after I posted that it wasn't and now it is. Wasn't there yesterday either! It's $99 CDN which is about $79 US. Great deal! Sold here too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 9 minutes ago, WAAAYTOOO said: Not sure what the ages of the children are, but you probably should check. I think there may be an age limit on these tours. I really cannot remember. How's this for the wonky RC website....check out the restrictions....? JLMoran and WAAAYTOOO 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjac Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 6 minutes ago, Sabrinaklai said: How's this for the wonky RC website....check out the restrictions....? Now, I thought you folks in Canada were bilingual...oh wait, that's French. Never mind JLMoran and Lovetocruise2002 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 23 minutes ago, Sabrinaklai said: How's this for the wonky RC website....check out the restrictions....? Same with the US site. IT strikes again. The Google translation is interesting: Six (6) Children under the age of age are not allowed to attend, and children aged 6 to 18 years of age require at least one guard É RestingBird 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 1 minute ago, twangster said: Same with the US site. IT strikes again. The Google translation is interesting: Six (6) Children under the age of age are not allowed to attend, and children aged 6 to 18 years of age require at least one guard É I just used "Parent translation" about 20min ago. Texted a pic to my dad, and asked him to read and translate for me. @twangster since you've been on this tour before, I was just wondering how large each group is? I remember on the Allure my husband and I went on a complimentary galley tour and the group was so large it was hard to see anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 On Harmony there were 20 booked. Two didn't show so we were 18. They used a wireless microphone and each guest was given a small earpiece to listen to the guest speaker at each stop. I liked that because you didn't feel the need to all cram around up close and personal like some other cruise line . You could step back, look around, take pictures, etc. I'm hoping Anthem does the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 @twangster another question...Did you get to visit crew quarters? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 1 hour ago, twangster said: each guest was given a small earpiece to listen to the guest speaker at each stop That's a nice upgrade from when we did ours. We were luck b/c we were the only ones on our tour (go figure....$300 was waaaytooo much) so we didn't have any trouble hearing or seeing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floski Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 I've asked my TA to check on it for me; she should have me an answer this evening. It does seem like $99 is a good price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted October 28, 2017 Report Share Posted October 28, 2017 4 hours ago, Sabrinaklai said: @twangster another question...Did you get to visit crew quarters? Not on Harmony. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazza Posted November 3, 2017 Report Share Posted November 3, 2017 Happy days - appeared today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLMoran Posted November 3, 2017 Report Share Posted November 3, 2017 I have this in my Cruise Planner for both of my upcoming cruises: Freedom (147 days out), and Anthem (344 days out!). Freedom was something like $85 per person, Anthem a bit more ($95?). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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