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Why Crew Members Quit Their Cruise Ship Contracts Early"

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👁️ 32K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 16:58
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I have been over in my many other videos it's Work Hard Play Hard the learning curve is steep the hours along the selfimprovement is difficult

it takes about two months 6 weeks to two months for you to really start enjoying the experience

the rules can make people feel a little bit claustrophobic

the good stuff outweighs the bad

Creator's Tips & Advice

Give yourself time to settle in and start enjoying the experience
Learn to self-soothe and rely on yourself
Be patient with yourself and everything you are coping with

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Overwhelming multiple life transitions at onceGive yourself time to settle in and start enjoying the experience
Homesickness during transition periodRecognize it's normal and usually occurs before ship life gets really good
Long hours and work culture shockUnderstand it's a 'work hard play hard' environment with rewarding time off in destinations

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhy do crew members quit their cruise ship contracts early?

Topics Covered

Service Crew1½ Sad BaconWifi Connectivity2½ Sad BaconDining Main3½ Sad BaconSafety Medical2 Sad Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Hey sailors, This video delves into the various reasons why crew members may choose to leave their cruise ship contracts prematurely. Whether you're considering a career onboard a cruise ship or already working in the industry, this insightful exploration offers valuable insights that can help you navigate the challenges you may encounter during your tenure. By understanding the factors that lead to early contract departures, viewers can better prepare themselves for the realities of working onboard and develop strategies to overcome difficulties they may face. Whether you're seeking reassurance or practical advice, this video provides valuable insights to help you navigate your cruise ship career journey effectively. Thanks For Watching! xx TIME CODES ---------------------- 0:00 Intro 4:46 The Rules 7:35 Relationships 9:34 The Long Hours 11:16 Seasickness 12:45 Homesickness 14:17 Just Not For You 16:31 Outro 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