The boat trip was scenic no question. Nonetheless I didn’t want to stay on the upper deck taking pictures of shores with pagodas the whole day. I ventured off to the lower deck of the back of the ship. A kitchen was located right above the engine room.

The staff were hesitant to let me enter at first. But when I told them I am an amateur chef back home their interest sparked. I helped them washing the dishes. Chopped some onions and garlic to their greatest pleasure. After everyone of them took a picture of me with their smartphone I was allowed to take some pictures myself. Sometimes you really have to earn your opportunity to shoot.