stackyFACTSBelow the shimmering pools and buffets lies an industrial labyrinth the size of a factory. Modern cruise ships have hidden morgues, onboard jails, and massive desalination plants that process millions of gallons of seawater daily. This hidden underworld keeps floating cities functioning seamlessly.
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