how much do I spend working on a cruise ship?! 🏝️🛳️ what’s included, budgeting, taxes, expenses!

Editorial Summary

Jordan, a professional ice skater working on the Explorer of the Seas, documents her expenses and lifestyle during a five day cruise. The video follows her through a turnaround day in Miami, where she visits a local brunch spot and completes a grocery run at Publix. She details the financial aspects of her job, noting that while she receives a salary, she manages her own expenses such as Ubers and occasional meals off the ship. Jordan explains that many necessities, including gym access and meals in the crew mess, are provided for free as part of her contract. She also addresses viewer questions regarding Wi-Fi costs, tax deductions for work-related items like makeup and athletic wear, and how she manages to save a significant portion of her income. The cruise concludes with her totaling her weekly spending at $59.50, noting that the cost was slightly higher than usual due to treating herself at the end of her contract. She emphasizes that being smart about spending on food and shopping is essential for saving money while working at sea.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.