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Answering Your Cruise Ship Questions (Crew Life, Jobs & Reality)

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Creator's Key Takeaways

You do not need to swim because unless something goes seriously wrong, you're not going to be getting in the ocean, okay?

Do not quit your day job until you have been given a date where you're going to be joining your first cruise ship.

Apply as early as possible is what I would say.

It's definitely doable. Um, you know, even if they're not your even if they wouldn't be your first choice, it is still possible to have a pleasant living situation.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Send an email to lucy@cruisingcrew.com for personalized job search help.
✓Apply as early as possible, as the placement process can take up to six months.
✓Do not quit your day job until you have a confirmed joining date for your first cruise ship.
✓Take a universal adapter, a fitted sheet, a shoe rack, and earplugs when packing.
✓If you can't swim, consider taking a few lessons to get familiar with the water.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Physical disability may prevent working on a cruise ship. — It depends on the disability; you must pass an ENG1 medical and the disability must not impact your ability to do the job.
Need to be skinny or look good to work on a cruise ship. — You don't have to look a certain way, but you must be a healthy weight to pass the ENG1 medical and keep up with long hours.
Need to be able to swim to work on a cruise ship. — No, you don't need to swim, but a basic level is good for STCW qualification and enjoying beaches.
Choosing a roommate. — You don't get to choose initially; it's assigned by gender and department. You can request a change only if there are problems and space is available.

Questions This Creator Answers

QCan I work on board with a physical disability?
QDo I have to be skinny to work on a cruise ship?
QDo I have to be able to swim to work on a cruise ship?
QHow do I apply for a job on a cruise ship?
QHow long will I have to wait after completing my interview to be placed on board?

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YouTube Video Description↓

Hey sailors, You asked your cruise ship questions — so here are the answers. In this video, I’m answering some of the most common questions about working on cruise ships, especially if you’re thinking about getting your first job onboard. We cover: – How to get a job on a cruise ship – Whether you can choose your roommate – Do you need to be able to swim? – Do you need an STCW certificate? – Do you need a visa (and how to get one) – How much time off you actually get – And more If you’re feeling confused about the process or just want a clearer idea of what to expect, this video will help break it all down in a simple, honest way. Cruise ship life can be an incredible opportunity — but knowing the reality before you go makes a huge difference. 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