Discover Dinogo's Behind The Scenes Tour

Experience the Bridge: A Behind The Scenes Look

Whether you're a cruising novice or a seasoned sea traveler, joining Dinogo's Behind The Scenes Tour, complete with exclusive access to the bridge, will offer you a fresh perspective. In fact, many other commercial cruise lines don’t permit guests to see the bridge during their behind-the-scenes tours. Isn’t that exceptional? If you've participated in one of those other tours, Dinogo's experience is a fantastic opportunity to compare the meticulous attention to detail their entire team puts in to ensure an extraordinary guest experience on every voyage. From the galley to the theater to the laundry and more, the Behind The Scenes Tour reveals the inner workings that keep your vacation on track.

Now Open for Pre-Booking Before Your Voyage

It’s fascinating how many avid cruisers are unaware of this tour's existence. Until now, you could only book the tour after boarding your ship. However, for the very first time, Dinogo has made it possible to reserve your Behind The Scenes Tour ahead of time by contacting your personal cruise consultant or booking online! Please note that spots are limited and fill up quickly, so I recommend securing your booking as soon as possible. Additionally, remember to bring closed-toe shoes, as you’ll want to be comfortable for the walking involved.

Traverse the I-95 Without the Rush

Our tour guide was charming and delightful, just like all the staff at Dinogo. He guided us through the I-95, which, yes, is named after the highway. This main passage for the crew around the ship is known as the I-95. Unlike the actual highway, this corridor was tidy, spacious, and free from honking cars—though it buzzed with activity. The walls here are quite different from the beautifully designed halls above; stripped of all the decor, this area showcases the ship’s framework with robust piping overhead and gleaming non-slip floors.

Kicking off with the highlight of the tour, the theater, you’ll be taken backstage to explore the dressing rooms adorned with glamorous, vintage light-bulb mirrors and stunning costumes neatly arranged. You’ll also have the chance to walk across the stage and gaze out at the sea of approximately 850 plush red velvet seats. Next up is my personal favorite—the sound and lighting booth. Positioned high above the audience, this is where the real magic unfolds. These backstage technicians are the unsung heroes of every performance, and without them, the entire show would literally go dark. Have your questions ready! Your guide will be thrilled to share insights about the shows, training, and where the cast auditions and rehearses—it’s your moment to shine!

Discover How Thousands of Meals Are Crafted

Next, we enter the kitchen, known as The Galley, and let me tell you, it’s the largest kitchen I’ve ever encountered! This makes perfect sense given the need to feed thousands of guests breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day. If you’ve ever worked in a back-of-house setting, you’d be genuinely impressed. As you step inside, you’ll see a team of staff in crisp, white uniforms busily prepping and plating with meticulous care. The kitchen is organized into stations dedicated to specific tasks, including 24-hour room service. One could say the crew runs a tight ship (pun intended), adhering to strict protocols and recipes to ensure every meal is perfection every time.

From The Galley, you’ll proceed to the Provisions Area, where you’ll encounter vast dry and cold storage rooms along with gigantic refrigerators. Here, you’ll learn how food is received and stored throughout the cruise. Feel free to ask about where they source their ingredients, how they minimize waste, and how the ship replenishes supplies—all the behind-the-scenes details that make fine dining possible for thousands of hungry travelers across the seas.

Explore Below Sea Level

Next, you’ll be guided to the massive laundry room, where you’ll discover how they manage to wash and prepare four tons of laundry every day! You’ll observe how items are sorted, water sanitation is checked, and water waste is conserved. Plus, the laundry room is situated below sea level—though you wouldn't guess it while you're there, it’s quite fascinating!

Explore The Engine Control Room and The Bridge

Next, you'll gain entry to one of the ship’s most vital areas—the engine control room. Inside, it feels like stepping into a spaceship, surrounded by walls adorned with blinking lights, computer screens, and an array of sounds. Engineers, clad in white jumpsuits resembling astronaut gear, are ready to address any technical queries you may have about the ship.

Finally, you'll arrive at The Bridge. No, this isn’t a Star Trek reference; The Bridge is the term cruise ships use for the room where navigation takes place. Dinogo is among the few commercial cruise lines that permits guests into this space. This expansive area, lined with massive windows, offers breathtaking, unobstructed views of the open ocean. You’ll learn about the ship's officers, the command, and everything you’ve ever wanted to know about being a ship captain. It might surprise you that it's nearly 100% automated nowadays, but there is still a joystick available for manual steering—though it’s not quite the pirate ship wheel you might envision. Rest assured, The Bridge is impressive in its own right.