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How I Really Feel About Working On A Cruise Ship Now | Symphony Of The Seas

CHRIS WONG VLOGS
CHRIS WONG VLOGS
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👁️ 162K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 29:52

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents his experiences during a turnaround day on the Symphony of the Seas, beginning with a visit to Miami. He describes the process of crew members waiting for approval to go ashore and notes the logistical necessity of using land-based internet for video uploads. During his time in Miami and a subsequent visit to St. Martin, he reflects on the surreal nature of returning to these locations for the first time since the 2020 pandemic. He shares personal memories of his early career in the Caribbean and compares the current atmosphere to his previous contracts. After returning to his duties in the ship's casino, the creator transitions into a candid discussion regarding his professional future. He observes that while the cruise industry has largely returned to a sense of normalcy with fewer restrictions, his personal passion for the lifestyle has begun to fade. He expresses feelings of uncertainty about his long-term career path and the impact of ship life on his personal milestones compared to his peers. He concludes by encouraging others to join the industry during its current growth phase while admitting he has achieved his initial goals and is considering life beyond the ship.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Royal Caribbean Group
Barely Crispy
All-time creator consensus for Royal Caribbean Group
A Nibble

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

What This Creator Said
Creator Had Mixed FeelingsCruise Vlog🏅Authority Creator
Caribbean · Winter · 7 nightsFrom MiamiVeteran 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 working in this industry for quite a long time this is my eighth contract working as a crew member on board a cruise ship

the passion and excitement that I once had for me that has actually slowly started to fade

this will be an exciting time for you because right now I believe we are in a 10-year window where the cruising industry is trying to build itself back up

St Martin will always have a special place in my heart

Creator's Tips & Advice

Don't let my fading passion discourage you from working on cruise ships if you're starting out
Help the cruising industry rebuild during this 10-year window post-pandemic

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow does the creator feel about working on a cruise ship now?
QWhat is the current state of the cruising industry post-pandemic?

Topics Covered

Service CrewMehEntertainment CasinoMehWifi Connectivity1½ Sad BaconCruise Industry2 Happy BaconPort Destination3 Happy BaconItinerary Route2 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Miami1 Happy Bacon
St. Martin3 Happy Bacon
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