Cruise Ships

Cruise ships are some of the biggest vehicles in the world. They are like floating cities with restaurants, pools, and even water slides. Thousands of passengers live on board while the ship sails to exciting places. Cruise ships visit beautiful islands, historic cities, and more.

Life on a Cruise Ship

A big cruise ship can carry over 6,000 passengers and 2,000 crew members. There are swimming pools, movie theaters, rock climbing walls, and ice skating rinks on board. Passengers can eat at many different restaurants. At night, there are shows and live music.

How Cruise Ships Work

Cruise ships have powerful engines that can move these giant vessels through the water. They make their own electricity, enough to power a small town. Fresh water is made from seawater using special machines. A cruise ship captain uses GPS and radar to navigate safely.

Fun Facts

• The largest cruise ship, Icon of the Seas, is five times bigger than the Titanic.
• A big cruise ship uses about 250 tons of fuel per day.
• Some cruise ships have surf simulators, go-kart tracks, and roller coasters on board.

Did You Know?

Cruise ships produce so much food that the kitchen on a big ship might prepare over 30,000 meals every single day!