Is Working on a Cruise Ship Worth It in 2026?
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I did it for 10 years. You guys know I loved every second of it.
Cruise ships allow you to live a lifestyle that feels wealthy.
Working on cruise ships forces you into movement. You are no longer watching other people live their lives.
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Hey sailors, 🚢 I’M SPEAKING AT SAILAWAZE LIVE 2026! I’ll be a panellist at Sailawaze Live 2026 talking all things “How to Bag the Best Cruise Deals” — and yes, I’ll be sharing insider tips (and a little behind-the-scenes magic too 👀). 🗓 Saturday 21st March, 11am 📍 Allianz Stadium If you want to come along and see me live (and grab tickets at half price), you can use my exclusive discount code: 🎟 Use code: SWLUCY50 This gives you 50% off tickets (usually £10, now £5). Book here: https://sailawaze.seetickets.com/event/sailawaze-live-2026/allianz-stadium/3532412?OfferCode=SWLUCY50 More info about the event: https://live.sailawaze.com/ Would LOVE to see some of you there — come say hi if you’re attending! THIS VIDEO -------------------- Is working on a cruise ship still worth it in 2026? With inflation high, the cost of living rising, better Wi-Fi onboard, and more awareness around mental health — cruise ship life looks different than it did 5 or 10 years ago. In this video, I break down whether cruise ship jobs are still worth it in 2026 — not just financially, but lifestyle-wise. We talk about: – Salary vs inflation – Saving money in today’s economy – Living expenses being covered onboard – Wi-Fi and staying connected – Mental health awareness – Structure vs freedom – Travel and adventure in a screen-obsessed world Cruise ship life isn’t just about money. It’s about lifestyle, growth, momentum, and whether you want to be living your life — or watching it through a screen. So… is it worth it? Let me know in the comments: Do you think cruise ship life is better now, worse now, or just different? WORK ON CRUISE SHIPS ----------------------------------------- The Perfect Cruise Ship CV Template https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/cv-template/ What To Pack For Your Cruise Ship Contract -Packing List https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/packing-list/ Recruitment Agency List https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/recruitment-agency-list/ How To Ace Your Cruise Ship Interview https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/ace-your-interview/ How To Have A Good Roommate On Cruise Ships https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/roommate-guidelines/ Getting Your Cruise Ship Paperwork https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/getting-your-paperwork/ What To Expect From Your First Week Onboard https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/first-week-onboard/ MUSIC ------------ Subscription to Epidemic Sound WATCH NEXT ---------------------- How I got my job with Virgin Voyages https://youtu.be/r9jPl59Ddcg How to deal with an awkward roommate https://youtu.be/9IDQEA9WT9M FOLLOW --------------- Website I https://www.cruisingascrew.com Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/cruisingascrew/ Facebook I https://www.facebook.com/Cruising-as-Crew-305351116816700/ Twitter I https://twitter.com/cruisingascrew Pinterest I https://www.pinterest.co.uk/cruisingascrew/ Thank you for watching