Meanwhile, those staying in a balcony room, such as Oosthuizen and her husband, can wake up to a sea view every morning. As for personalising their room, “we bought a lot of hooks to hold my handbags, and that’s about it,” she laughed.
For those wondering how it’s like for the crew members who’re also going to be onboard the entire journey, they’re also well-taken care of. Cruise director Michele Scarpato describes it like “ship within a ship”.
“We have an extensive and spacious area designated for crew members, which is strictly off-limits to guests. We have our own quarters, recreational area, gym, bar, laundry, and even our own supermarket! We also organise events for the crew – even though this is our workplace, it’s also our home for now,” he said.
