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10 things I wish I knew before working on cruise ships- Reaction Video

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👁️ 5K views📅 6 months ago⏱️ 29:48
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Creator's Key Takeaways

Number one, beware of the officers. Okay, these are usually older men on board.

Number two, you are about to embark on a roller coaster of emotions.

Number five, you are going to have the time of your life.

Number six, working on cruise ships is going to change you for the better.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Have a good sense of character when dating officers.
✓Develop a radar for people who might lie about their home life.
✓Don't keep food in your cabin if you're trying to watch your weight.
✓Compartmentalize work and personal issues to maintain relationships.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Dating officers who may have hidden relationships — Be cautious and develop a good sense of character.
Weight gain due to buffet-style eating and social drinking — Practice portion control and avoid keeping food in your cabin.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the key things to know before working on cruise ships?
QHow does working on cruise ships change you emotionally and socially?
QWhat are the practical challenges of working on cruise ships?

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YouTube Video Description↓

Hey sailors, ⚓️ About five years ago, I made a video about things I wish I knew before working on cruise ships. I recently stumbled across it, and let’s just say, watching it back with everything I’ve learned since then was... entertaining, to say the least. In this video, I’m revisiting that old list and sharing how my thoughts (and a few realities) have changed over the years. WORK ON CRUISE SHIPS ----------------------------------------- The Perfect Cruise Ship CV Template https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/cv-template/ What To Pack For Your Cruise Ship Contract -Packing List https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/packing-list/ Recruitment Agency List https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/recruitment-agency-list/ How To Ace Your Cruise Ship Interview https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/ace-your-interview/ How To Have A Good Roommate On Cruise Ships https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/roommate-guidelines/ Getting Your Cruise Ship Paperwork https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/getting-your-paperwork/ What To Expect From Your First Week Onboard https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/first-week-onboard/ MUSIC ------------ Subscription to Epidemic Sound WATCH NEXT ---------------------- How I got my job with Virgin Voyages https://youtu.be/r9jPl59Ddcg How to deal with an awkward roommate https://youtu.be/9IDQEA9WT9M FOLLOW --------------- Website I https://www.cruisingascrew.com Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/cruisingascrew/ Facebook I https://www.facebook.com/Cruising-as-Crew-305351116816700/ Twitter I https://twitter.com/cruisingascrew Pinterest I https://www.pinterest.co.uk/cruisingascrew/ Thank you for watching