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WHAT IT’S ACTUALLY LIKE TO WORK ON A CRUISE SHIP 🛳️🙊 answering 100 of the most FAQs about ship life!

Jordan Bauth
Jordan Bauth
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👁️ 623K views📅 11 months ago⏱️ 45:17

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Editorial Summary

Jordan, a professional figure skater currently on her seventh cruise ship contract, provides a comprehensive overview of life as a crew member by answering one hundred frequently asked questions. The creator categorizes her responses into several themes, including work life, living conditions, social dynamics, and travel. She describes the unique, fast-paced environment of living on a ship, noting that while the experience is rewarding and offers extensive travel opportunities, it can also be stressful and demanding. Jordan details the realities of small cabin living, shared bathrooms, and the specific food options available in the crew mess. She addresses practical concerns such as limited Wi-Fi access, the lack of laundry services, and the importance of safety drills. Regarding her professional life, she explains the unconventional schedule of a performer and the strict rules governing crew conduct. The creator concludes that despite the challenges of being away from home and missing significant life events, the job is a highly recommended, once in a lifetime experience for those open to the lifestyle.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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

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

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I have been working and living on board a cruise ship for over six years now. So, this is currently my seventh cruise ship contract.

The hardest part about ship life is missing out on big important moments in friends and family's lives.

I would recommend this job to others 1,000% yes.

Just fully go for it and just be 100% open to all the experiences.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Be open to all experiences and stay true to yourself.
If you have an itch for this lifestyle, just fully go for it.
Communicate with your roommate to manage privacy in small cabins.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Missing important moments at homeGet used to being away and take it day by day.
Dealing with roommates in small spacesCommunicate openly and request cabin changes if needed.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like living on a cruise ship full-time?
QWhat is the hardest part of ship life?
QDo you get bored of visiting the same ports over and over?
QWhat happens if you don't get along with your roommates?
QWould you recommend this job to others?

Topics Covered

Service Crew2½ Happy BaconCabin Interior1½ Sad BaconSafety Medical3½ Happy BaconWifi Connectivity2½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Reykjavik4 Happy Bacon
Santorini2½ Happy Bacon
Stockholm4 Happy Bacon
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