Cruise: Channel 5 documentary shows strict staff rules on ‘world’s most expensive’ ship | Cruise | Travel

Along with artwork worth $6million (£4,386,810) and stunning chandeliers worth $4million (£2,924,540) adding glitz and glamour to the ship’s aesthetic, even the appearance of the 500+ staff is part of the experience.

In Channel 5’s documentary, Secrets of the World’s Most Expensive Cruise Ships, these regulations can be seen put into force at one of the staff’s daily “grooming inspections”.

In one scene, while the kitchen staff are putting the finishing touches to some of the mouth-watering dishes due to be served up, the waiting staff are under observation from the French fine dining restaurant manager Renato.

For Renato, looking the part is of the utmost importance when serving guests at mealtimes.

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