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10 things to consider before working on a world cruise

Cruising As Crew
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👁️ 20K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 17:09
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Creator's Key Takeaways

why being on a world cruise as a crew member isn't all it's cracked up to be

you are going to be working a lot of hours which means you're going to need to rest in between shifts

if you have a job with targets it's probably a commission based job you're not going to make much commission

the food is very very hit and miss because again we're in barcelona every week we order pretty much the same food every week

Creator's Tips & Advice

Take rest days to avoid burnout, even if it means missing a port
Be prepared to spend money daily while exploring ports, making saving difficult
If you have a target-based job, expect lower commission due to passenger spending habits
Manage seasickness, as sea days are busy for crew
Establish a routine when possible to conserve energy
Be ready for frequent money exchange and bank card issues

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Burnout from overworking and lack of restTake rest days, even if it means missing ports, to avoid burnout
Difficulty saving moneyAccept that saving may not be possible; prioritize experiencing ports
Managing seasickness while workingPrepare for seasickness and understand sea days are busy for crew
Lack of routine leading to exhaustionTry to establish a routine when possible to conserve energy

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhy might a world cruise not be ideal for crew members?
QWhat are the challenges of working on a world cruise?
QHow can crew members manage burnout on a world cruise?

Topics Covered

Service Crew1½ Sad BaconItinerary Route2½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity1 Sad BaconSafety Medical1½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Alaska2½ Happy Bacon
Barcelona2½ Happy Bacon
France2½ Happy Bacon
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