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Q&A- Everything you need to know about working on cruise ships.

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👁️ 10K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 22:17
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Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I did my interview to work on Guest Services two months ago I was told I got the job but I haven't heard anything

I moved from steina into the shops because I was not really bothered about making money if I am completely honest with you

Virgin I was actually on the phone to my old manager the other day and and we were just talking about how good virgin was and how much we enjoyed it

I failed twice and I still work on cruise ships so you will be fine

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Email your recruiter every week until you get on board to make yourself a nuisance
✓Apply to work for Harding retail if you want to work in the shops
✓Consider the art department for good time off even if you have no interest in art
✓Do not buy uniform unless your recruiter specifically tells you to
✓If you get on board and hate it, you can quit

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Worrying about failing medical exams — Don't worry, it's rare to fail permanently; doctors often allow retakes or improvements
Fear of hating the job after starting — It's normal to feel this way for the first few months; give it time before deciding to quit
Not hearing back after an interview — Email the recruiter politely every week to stay on their radar

Questions This Creator Answers

QDo you get weekends off or a week off during your contract?
QHow much do you earn as a child care worker on a cruise ship?
QWhat should I do if I haven't heard back after an interview?
QHow can I change departments while working for Steiner?
QCan I work on a cruise ship at 18?

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Hey sailors, Yesterday, many of you asked me questions on my Instagram that I am going to answer in today's video. The questions are about working on cruise ships and ship life in general. I hope you find this helpful! ! PLEASE ASK QUESTIONS ABOUT HARDING RETAIL IN THE COMMENTS! --------------------------- TIMECODES -------------------- 0.00 Intro 0:52 Do you get a block of time off, during your contract? 1:49 How much do you earn, working in child care onboard? 2:31 I got the job but, I haven’t heard anything since. What should I do? 3:47 I worked for Steiner, and I now want to change departments. What department should I choose? 7:14 Can I work on a cruise ship at 18? 7:36 Do I need to buy a uniform before getting onboard? 8:39 What is IPM? 10:51 What is the best cruise line to work for? 11:33 I am worried about failing my medical. 13:12 Is the best job for time off, working in the shops onboard? 14:48 What will I do if I decide I don’t like working on cruise ships, once I start working onboard? 16:48 Will I need to dye my orange hair a more natural colour to work onboard cruise ships? 17:32 Can I cook for myself while onboard? 18:32 I haven’t heard anything from Harding Retail after a successful interview. What do I do? 19:15 More on the C1D Visa and the interview process. 20:38 Should I apply for cruise ships at 27 years old? 21:22 Harding Retail 21:55 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