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how I pack for a 7 month cruise contract as a crew member 🧳🚢 working on the 2nd largest cruise ship

Jordan Bauth
Jordan Bauth
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👁️ 98K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 28:39

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Editorial Summary

A professional figure skater prepares for a seven month cruise contract on the Utopia of the Seas. As part of a startup team for a new show, the creator details her extensive packing process for a Caribbean itinerary. She begins by organizing activewear, noting that she lives in athleisure due to her job and frequent workouts. She explains the benefits of free laundry on board while selecting various leggings, shorts, and workout tops. The creator then moves to her main closet, selecting staples such as flannels, linen button-downs, bodysuits, and vests for different settings, including smart casual guest areas and crew spaces. She also manages a large selection of dresses, skirts, and swimwear, admitting that she struggles with packing light because she prefers having many clothing options. The process concludes with her organizing her carry-on bag, which includes essential electronics, personal items, and her figure skating equipment. She emphasizes the importance of keeping her skates in her carry-on to ensure they arrive safely. The video ends with her expressing gratitude for her professional growth and her channel's progress as she prepares for her next adventure.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Utopia of the Seas
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for Utopia of the Seas
Solid Strip

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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Caribbean · 210 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I am headed to my sixth cruise ship contract on the Utopia of the Seas

I feel so grateful for this opportunity but I've got nothing packed since this is my sixth cruise ship contract

The itinerary for this contract is the Caribbean we are going to be only visiting two ports the entire time

I'm a professional figure skater so I'm one of the entertainers on board

Creator's Tips & Advice

Pack for a tropical climate since the itinerary is Caribbean with only two ports
Use free laundry on board to reduce the number of clothes needed
Bring a spare set of clothing in your carry-on for travel emergencies
Write out a physical list of things to do, buy, and pack for better organization

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Packing too many clothes for a long contractUse laundry facilities weekly and pack versatile pieces

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to pack for a 7-month cruise contract as a crew member
QWhat to bring for a Caribbean itinerary on a new ship
QHow to organize packing for a long-term contract

Topics Covered

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