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Working on a Cruise Ship | Expectation vs Reality

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πŸ‘οΈ 847K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 13:28
What This Creator Said
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Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I've now been to over 40 ports across 16 new countries around the world

the truth is that yes when you work on a cruise ship it does become easier than ever to travel to different countries

the cabins are small it's small it's really small they're really small they don't have Windows

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Sign up for free crew shore excursions to get off the ship early with guests
βœ“Be mindful of all board time to avoid getting fired
βœ“Understand that work comes first and may limit exploration opportunities

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cabins are very small and often shared β€” Understand that you'll be sharing space with others; some cabins are bigger but not typical
Limited travel time due to work schedules β€” Work comes first; some crew never get time off in port, but entertainment roles may have more free time

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the reality of working on a cruise ship compared to expectations?
QHow does travel work for cruise ship crew members?
QWhat are the cabin conditions like for crew?

Topics Covered

Cabin Interior2Β½ Sad BaconService Crew2 Happy BaconEntertainment Nightlife3 Happy BaconExcursions2Β½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Mos (Montenegro)2Β½ Happy Bacon
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🚒 EXPECTATION VS REALITY | Life Working on a Cruise Ship ❀️✨ If you're struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Click https://betterhelp.com/wanderlustalley for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. #ad πŸ”ΈπŸ”ΈπŸ”ΈπŸ”ΈπŸ”ΈπŸ”ΈπŸ”ΈπŸ”ΈπŸ”ΈπŸ”ΈπŸ”ΈπŸ”ΈπŸ”Έ Welcome to a breakdown of some common cruise ship life expectations!... vs what the reality really is πŸ‘€ I hope you find this video helpful and/or interesting 😊 Happy to answer any questions 🫢 ⭐️my insta: @wanderlustalley 😊 Thank you to all my lovely interviewees! Graydon: Lead Vocalist in Saturday Night Fever; Canada Callum: Dancer in Saturday Night Fever; United Kingdom Jeff: Stage Staff; Philippines Tanay: Photographer; India πŸ’‘ LED LIGHTS: https://amzn.to/47Gqrlq 🚒 CRUISE SHIP LIFE ESSENTIALS: https://amzn.to/44s9TuU πŸ“Έ CAMERA GEAR: https://amzn.to/44mgiaK Intro: 0:00-0:27 Travel 0:27-2:50 Low Pay 2:50-4:28 Everyone Loves It 4:28-6:50 Small Cabins 6:50-8:12 Parties 8:12-10:34 Dating 10:34-13:12