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How Old Is Too Old, To Work On Cruise Ships?

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👁️ 25K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 12:11
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I was 19 when I started my cruise ship career and my first glimpse into the cruise ship world was at the Steiner Training Academy in London

the general consensus is that as we get older we have less energy

how old do I actually think is too old I'm gonna say 60

you are going to go to some amazing places you are going to meet some incredible people and make the best friends of your life

Creator's Tips & Advice

Be aware that cruise ship work is non-stop with no weekends
Consider sharing a cabin with someone of similar experience level
Talk to your family about being away for four to six months
Check out career guides on the creator's website for CV templates and interview tips

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Being too old to work on cruise shipsAge depends on the job; energy is key for some roles, experience for others
Sharing a cabin with a strangerYou are most likely going to share a cabin; try to share with someone relatively new to cruise ships

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow old is too old to work on cruise ships?
QDo cruise lines prefer younger crew members?
QWhat should mature individuals consider before starting a cruise ship career?

Topics Covered

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