Secrets of the World's Most Expensive Cruise Ship - Episode Guide

This series goes behind the scenes to reveal the secrets of the floating six-star hotel the Seven Seas Explorer. Can the crew deliver perfection to guests with the highest expectations?

Time is ticking away until the maiden voyage.

The Seven Seas Explorer prepares to leave Southampton on a cruise around the Baltics, but as 700 new guests board the vessel various challenges await the crew as the terrible British weather threatens to scupper the lavish Sail Away Party. Every Sunday at sea, the Explorer puts on a spectacular no-expenses-spared Sea Day Brunch, though after a rocky start it remains to be seen whether it will meet the expectations of the demanding guests. Meanwhile, there's is a first in the 20-year career of cruise director John, as he receives a special invitation from the guests of the £8,000-a-night Regent Suite.

The Seven Seas Explorer heads to St Petersburg in Russia, the most popular destination of the Baltic cruise. While guests are away on land, the cleaning team works in full force, facing one of the most important jobs - cleaning the giant 6,000 crystal chandelier in the atrium. Meanwhile, a new butler starts on board and it remains to be seen how long it will take for him to find his sea legs. Towards the end of the trip, cruise director John takes a huge gamble after being called into action to find replacement entertainment.

Cameras explore the Seven Seas Splendor as it sets sail on its maiden Yuletide voyage this Christmas. Temperatures are soaring as the six-star floating hotel sets sail around the Caribbean, and the pressure is higher than ever on board. Will staff be able to maintain impeccably high standards? And what does it take to host spectacular festivities at sea, when no expense has been spared?

The Splendor is in Iceland for the very first time in its history, embarking on a cruise that will take in some of Scandinavia's most stunning scenery. And it's not just the port of call that's different: Lizzie is the brand-new social hostess, or as she's affectionately dubbed, "The First Lady of the Ship". Formerly a cruise ship singer/dancer, it's the first time Lizzie has stepped into this role, where she's responsible for all the social aspects, from cocktail parties to hosting dinners, crafting activities and games. Lizzie is hoping to prove to her bosses that she is worth re-hiring after her probation period ends. But it's not plain sailing. No sooner does the ship leave Iceland than stormy weather scuppers its planned docking in Heimaey, resulting in an unexpected day at sea. This means the crew need to keep the high-paying passengers entertained throughout the day without any planning. We get a thrilling glimpse into what money can buy on board this six-star floating hotel, which even includes an extensive pillow menu on offer to guests, from water pillows to buckwheat pillows and even a tri-side anatomic pillow! With over 150 excursions included with every cruise, Destinations Manager Roland is a very busy man. But when a call comes in requesting a bespoke, off-menu trip, he has his work cut out. With just a few days to put together the trip of a lifetime, can Roland deliver an excursion to remember? At the conclusion of the cruise is a dazzling, no-expense-spared 4th of July celebration, bringing together the whole entertainment team to end the voyage with a bang. Will the party be a hit with the guests? And can Social Hostess Lizzie blow passengers away with her solo number?

The World's Most Expensive Cruise Ship is continuing its journey through the majestic fjords of Scandinavia. The pressure is on for Assistant Cruise Director Lucy, who has to step up unexpectedly and cover for her boss, Lorraine. With a ferociously busy cruise ahead, and unpredictable weather conditions, it will be a baptism of fire for Lucy, who has never had to run the show alone before. Will she be able to deliver the holiday of a lifetime for her guests? Also helping run the on-board entertainment is rookie social hostess Lizzie. With brand new guests boarding, she has another chance to impress her bosses and prove that she is worth hiring when her probationary time on board ends. It'll be no easy feat, as Lizzie is not only tasked with organising a wedding vow renewal ceremony in under 48 hours, but also making sure that the ship's solo travellers are well looked after. Lorraine returns at the end of the cruise - but will Lizzie have done enough to secure a new contract? Along the way, General Manager Franck reveals the mammoth budget spent on flowers alone to adorn the decks and shows his utter perfectionism when he tours the ship to make sure there's not a rogue speck of dust in sight. Chief housekeeper Pitchie has her work cut out to make sure over 350 suites are six-star perfect in under four hours.

In Bergen, the company's food tsar arrives onboard the Seven Seas Splendor to check fine dining standards are being maintained, a new entertainment team take to the stage, and there are tears as veteran captain Felice hands over control. Plus, a look at the ship's laundry emporium, where Mr Ju and his team wash thousands of items every day.

The Seven Seas Splendor is on a Baltic Odyssey, with stunning views readily available from the passengers' panoramic balconies. Taking in impressive destinations such as Norway and Latvia, the ship is nearing the end of season at sea and the crew on board want to go out with a bang.

In charge of all the ship's entertainment, Cruise Director Lorraine is laying on a special night on board, called Crew Capers. An exhilarating variety show performed at the end of the cruise, it's the chance for crew members to perform in front of the guests. And Lorraine is using her twenty-five years of experience to debut a brand new dance: the Synchronised Flamingos. She has the outfits, but does she have the crew members? After one of her performers fails to show at rehearsals, it's a nervous wait until the big night.

Meanwhile, Executive Head Chef Ronald and Food and Beverages Director Roberto are preparing for a show-stopping evening of indulgence beneath the stars, an open-air barbecue on the top deck of the ship. But in order to pull off the extravagant event, they'll need to close all 5 of the high-end a la carte restaurants and band together every single chef on board. High risk, high reward. But will the romantic and luxurious barbecue be a success?

Also gunning for glory is Cape Town native and beer-loving Sommelier, Donovan – protégé to the respected and lauded Head Sommelier, Georgiana. She has ear-marked him as her successor when she leaves the ship for a well-earned break, but hers are big shoes to fill. In order to make sure Donovan is up to the challenge, Georgiana sets him a series of tasks. Will his performances be enough to convince her that he is worthy of wearing the coveted Head Sommelier jacket?

The majestic Seven Seas Splendor is docked in Southampton, ahead of a stunning cruise around the Mediterranean. Welcoming guests on-board this 6-star, floating palace is a new entertainment team – Midlands-born social hostess Annabel and her real-life partner, Australian Assistant Cruise Director Alex.

Annabel and Alex met seven years ago when they were both dancers on a cruise ship. They have been working together ever since, and although they retired from dancing some years ago, their boss, Cruise Director Lorraine is eager to see them back on stage. The couple have a couple of rocky rehearsals because leaping and pirouetting around a stage on the high seas is no easy task. So when the ship's highest-paying guests are invited to watch their audacious performance, will their ballet dazzle or will rocky waters threaten to scupper their pas –de-deux?

Newly-promoted Head Sommelier Donovan, is also under pressure to give the guests everything they could want - and more - by laying on a variety of tasting events, offering up unusual high-end wines. Donovan realises just how many plates he has to keep spinning in his new role, as he aims to deliver flawless service to the ship's 732 thirsty guests.

Some of the passengers joining the ship are on an extra special 65-night Grand Voyage. Since they've shelled out tens of thousands for their holiday of a lifetime, the crew really need to impress with truly unique excursions, including wowing them with a magical evening in a fairy-tale French Chateau.

Along the way we drop into the boutique that carries three million pounds of precious jewels and meet the team in charge of continuously polishing the ship's three miles of brass on board.

In this sun soaked and fun filled episode, the Seven Seas Splendor continues its luxurious cruise around the Mediterrannean. But will the cruise be over before it even begins? Captain Luciano has an anxious wait as Port Officials in Lisbon hold up almost two hundred passengers in the terminal. Missing his departure slot could have a serious impact on the rest of the cruise.

For many on board, it's the start of a once in a lifetime voyage. But for Cruise Director Lorraine, the journey is bittersweet as it signals the countdown to her leaving the ship for a well-earned holiday. Having always put her staff and the guests first, leaving behind close friends isn't easy. But to ensure she goes out with a bang, Lorraine is planning one last lavish party for the ship's returning passengers. Free-flowing champagne, performances from the entertainment team and bottomless caviar and canapes is a sure-fire way to ensure the passengers have the best party ever. But is there a surprise in store? General Manager Massimo is hatching a plan to say goodbye to Lorraine on stage.

With all the gastronomy available on board, it's hard to imagine the ship ever running out of the world's finest produce. But after a steep uptake in olive oil whilst the ship sails through Europe, Executive Head Chef Ronald is faced with a dilemma. Luckily for him, Veteran Maitre'D Jorge runs an olive oil business in the Portuguese countryside. Unluckily – the olive groves are two hundred miles away from the ship. Can they get the precious cargo back on board before the ship leaves for Spain?

Going behind the scenes on the world's most luxurious cruise ship, cameras follow Head Sommelier, Georgiana, as the Seven Seas Explorer prepares for a special visit to Bordeaux. The programme also takes a look below deck at the unique connoisseur drinks cellar, with a £3000 bottle of cognac, and follows the work of the night crew as they prepare the ship for the next morning.