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Moving to WORK on a Cruise Ship! | Cruise Vlog 1

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๐Ÿ‘๏ธ 2K views๐Ÿ“… 1 years agoโฑ๏ธ 18:48
What This Creator Said
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๐Ÿง Best for SoloCaribbeanFrom MiamiFirst-Time Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I've been hired as a photographer for Norwegian Cruise Lines this is my journey for the next 6 months

the joy is a 170,000 ton mega ship with an overall length of 1,100 M

the first day on the cruise ship was completely overwhelming

it was really cool to be back there the island is absolutely gorgeous

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Bring collapsible luggage to save space in small dorms
โœ“Keep medical documentation easily accessible during boarding
โœ“Use duct tape or padding to prevent blisters from crew shoes
โœ“Apply sunscreen regularly when working outdoors

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Overwhelming amount of information and training โ€” Take time to collect thoughts and digest information gradually
Navigating the massive ship interior โ€” Expect to feel lost initially; it takes time to learn the layout
Adjusting to crew schedule and sleep โ€” Function on about 7 hours of sleep per night, with early mornings and late nights

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat does it take to work on a cruise ship?
QWhat is the first week like for a new crew member?
QHow do crew members adapt to ship life and training?
QWhat are the living and working conditions on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship?

Topics Covered

Embarkation1 Happy BaconService Crew3 Happy BaconSafety MedicalMehShip Condition2ยฝ Happy BaconCrowd CapacityMeh

Port Highlights

Miami3ยฝ Happy Bacon
Roatan3ยฝ Happy Bacon
Top: Photography of people getting off the ship
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YouTube Video Descriptionโ†“

Becoming a photographer working on the Norwegian JOY for the next 6 months. Join me as a learn what it takes to live life on the seas. In this video I move from my home in Canada to work on a ship travelling through the Caribbean. We visit Roatan island off the course of Honduras and I give my thoughts for the first week on board. Stay tuned for new videos every week as the adventure continues.