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I Was Crew on a Cruise Ship - Here’s What REALLY Happens with Passengers…

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👁️ 23K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 8:43
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Creator's Key Takeaways

Are crew members allowed to hook up with passengers? No. But does it happen? Yeah.

I have never heard of a crew member and a passenger meeting and it developing into something else.

I do not recommend you do this, but if you have decided that you're going to, I need you to know that it is not going to be a long-term thing.

It wasn't worth it, which makes me a bit of a hypocrite.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Do not engage in romantic or personal relationships with crew members as a passenger.
Crew members should not exchange numbers or social media with passengers.

Questions This Creator Answers

QAre cruise ship crew members really hooking up with passengers?
QWhat are the rules, and what actually happens behind the scenes?
QAre crew allowed to have romantic or personal relationships with guests on board cruise ships?

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YouTube Video Description

Hey sailors, Are cruise ship crew members really hooking up with passengers? What are the rules, and what actually happens behind the scenes? In this video, I’m spilling the tea on one of the cruise industry's most asked (and spicy) questions: Are crew allowed to have romantic or personal relationships with guests on board cruise ships? As a former cruise ship crew member with 10 years of experience on ships like Virgin Voyages and Disney Cruise Line, I’ve seen a LOT—and I’m here to tell you the truth. I’ll break down the strict rules cruise lines have in place to prevent relationships between crew and passengers, why those rules exist, and what really happens when those rules get broken. We’ll talk about: Real stories from crew members who crossed the line. Why cruise companies care so much about this rule. What passengers need to know before flirting with the staff. My own experiences (yes, I bent the rules—but not how you think!). Whether you're a curious cruiser or thinking about working on a ship, this video is a must-watch if you've ever wondered what happens below deck… literally. 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