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Ex Crew Member Exposes 5 Secrets Passengers Aren’t Supposed To Know About

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👁️ 137K views📅 11 months ago⏱️ 10:38

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A former cruise ship employee shares five insights regarding life on board from a crew perspective. The creator first explains that crew members profile passengers to determine their personality, potential for tipping, or level of importance. This behavior can influence how staff interact with guests, such as bartenders using familiarity to encourage repeat business at specific bars. Second, the creator addresses privacy concerns, noting that cameras can monitor balconies and that guests may face fines for activities like smoking. Third, the video discusses crew compensation, clarifying that many employees earn significant money due to currency exchange advantages, despite the hardship of being away from family for long periods. Fourth, the creator observes that while many staff members are genuinely happy, some are merely performing a role to manage the stress of dealing with difficult passengers. Finally, the creator reveals that room stewards are aware of much of a passenger's private behavior, from cleanliness habits to late night arrivals. The video concludes with a recommendation to treat all crew members with respect due to their professionalism.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

From the minute you step on board, you are being watched and you are being talked and well, gossiped about.

There are cameras on board cruise ships that can see your balcony.

Some crew members out there are making a lot of money.

Cruise ship room stewards know everything that you do on board your cruise.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Tip your room stewards, especially if you are a messy person.
Be aware that crew members profile passengers to tailor service.
Understand that balcony activities may be monitored by cameras.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Being profiled by crewCrew members profile passengers to tailor service; it's a natural human behavior.
Privacy on balconiesCameras may monitor balconies; ensure activities are appropriate to avoid issues.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat secrets do cruise ship crew members know that passengers aren't supposed to know?
QHow do crew members profile passengers on board?
QAre there cameras on cruise ship balconies?
QHow much money do cruise ship crew members make?
QDo crew members genuinely enjoy their work or are they putting on an act?

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Service Crew1½ Happy BaconCabin BalconyMehDining Room Service1½ Happy BaconSafety MedicalMehEntertainment Nightlife1½ Happy Bacon
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