10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Working On Cruise Ships

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Working on a Cruise Ship is an extremely Taboo occupation. People from all over the entire planet have wondered what goes on in the World of Cruise Ship workers. Whether you work on the largest Cruise Ship on Earth or the smallest chances are crew members look back at their first contract and think about what they wish they know before their first day. Today I will be telling you 10 things I wish I knew before working on Cruise Ship as an employee.
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02:30- MONEY NEEDED TO START
04:29- WORKLOAD
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13:53 WORK/SOCIAL LIFE/HOOKING UP & DATING
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[@JSHIPLIFE]

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[@oldmanmusicguy4217]

So working in the entertainment industry what other responsibilities did you have on the ship?

[@JSHIPLIFE]

@@oldmanmusicguy4217 None. Just entertain for my contract

[@TheHollywoodList]

I know its a year old but is that a cold sore?

[@DivaDivine88]

How did you become a cruise ship performer?

[@JSHIPLIFE]

@@DivaDivine88 Auditions

[@jahboy699]

use to work on carnival and got fired I guess couldn't handle being in one area all the time so my mind just got messed up. I meet a lovely woman she was a guess we fell in love and I was seen going to her cabin and so they fired me lol hey I never regretted it because today I have a great job with a better salary but the experience was good for me, teach me a lot like obey the rules lol, oh and that lovely woman becames my wife.

[@darkandlovelyt4429]

Amazing 🙏🏾🙏🏾🥰🥰 I love happy ending

[@darkandlovelyt4429]

Never been on a cruise but my bf works with DCL for over 12 yrs now

[@joelscb]

🧢

[@MrJeep75]

Sounds like a movie

[@Cede90]

You fell in love 4 or 5 days

[@teshowmemarshall9027]

Ive been in the US Navy for 20 years now and It's funny how your experience of working on a cruise ship is almost exactly how it is working on a Navy ship. Thanks for sharing.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

I’ve heard the similarities are crazy! Thanks for watching!

[@rgruenhaus]

My 16 years in the US Navy included 12 years living onboard 3 ships and 30 to 40 sailors in a berthing is a little more restrictive and more like a prison! Sleeping over a sonar dome while sub searching can reduce sleep time!

[@Bozbaby103]

Ditto! Retired Navy lady here. Sooo similar.

[@sherri1374]

Thank you for your service!!

[@sherri1374]

Thank you for your service!!

[@AB-zq4fw]

When it comes to drinking on board. If you fail a breathalyzer, you'll get fired, loose all your certificates and drug/alcohol abuse charge will go on your record if someone does a background check( it will be on your record for 10 years). If any of you know you're going to fail a breath or urine test DO NOT DO THE TEST. You be fired for refusing but you will get to keep your certificates and you won't have a record!!! I've never heard anyone on KZbin talk about the implications of drinking on the ship in this way. I had to learn this at Piney Point during training for NCL.

[@dboc2000]

The cruise life seems like the restaurant life. I spent years in it and yes my work life became my social life, the late nights, the drinks, the cute girls you worked with. You know how it is when you're young and single. It is so much fun but at a certain point, I realized if I wanted a normal married life with kids I had to get out and I did. However the customer service lessons strengthened me and helped me become the better business owner that I am today.

[@goodgrief888]

Yes! I worked my way through college working as wait staff for cafes, fine dining restaurants, catering jobs, and diners. I am really grateful for those experiences because I learned how it is to work hard in a service industry. And now I know what it takes to make someone’s food come to their table on time, and how hard people work. I am always a good tipper, and I find that people who have worked in the service industry tip far better and treat wait staff better.

[@td4611]

I swear - I don’t know why I’m listening to all of this. It’s interesting but I will never work on a cruise line and I’ve only cruised once.

[@TravelLifestylesUnlimited]

I'm a frequent passenger (HAL) but have cruised NCL a few times. I really appreciate the depth you covered. You confirmed a lot of what I suspected. NCL had more US crew than I've ever experienced. I hope passengers treat crew better as a result of learning about the behind the scenes. The Crew is why so many of us return to HAL. I imagine fans of other lines might feel the same about the crews of their favorite lines.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

I 100% agree. I believe transparency is the key to everyone having an enjoyable experience. Thank you so much for watching!

[@MegaJune08]

That last point is exactly how us veterans feel when coming back.

[@88bombshell1]

Oooo this is so much fun to hear. As a person with a performance background , I'm calling this vlog a winner on three levels: The authentic delivery. The depth of information. The earnest, funny persona.

[@zzanatos2001]

I would be perfect to work on a cruise ship. I'm former military and used to being isolated. I don't give a damn what other people think of me. I'm in very good shape, but I'm ugly as sin, so there's no worry about hooking up. I have a military pension, so money is not that big of an issue, and I'm super organized and used to working with people. I think I would be good at setting up and managing events and group activities. As a bonus, I also sing, dance, and tell lots of jokes.

[@michaelmaas5544]

Sounds like perfect fit for you!

[@susanpritchard7521]

Your girlfriend is absolutely fabulous and glad to get to "meet" her. So sorry regarding the car accident and the harm you suffered. Wow, that was so undeserved. I love your topics and videos. Someday I hope to see you on the big screen.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Thank you! And don’t worry I’m fine! Just a reminder of how crazy this world is! Idk about the Big Screen but we’ll see what happens!

[@mickeymcintosh3425]

Talking about your pay & folks going into debt reminded me of the Tennessee Ernie Ford song. "You load 16 tons, what do you get? Another day older and deeper in debt St. Peter, don't you call me 'cause I can't go I owe my soul to the company store."

[@benjaminrackley1893]

I spent 14 years on submarines and the adjustment when you get home after each tour is very much the same.

[@zhehhasu9887]

I actually found this pretty interesting considering the fact I am a army veteran and spending 29 months in Iraq. Nearest times I work from 12 to 18 hours a day in the emergency room so working 12 hours a day would be nothing for me

[@Gnwsxyz]

It's different inboard my friend.. ur stamina will be way lower onboard than in land

[@jazzfinger88]

Great video pal!! I thought you covered things real well. I have been a piano lounge act for a long time, and did a number of years on various cruise ships and various lines, including NCL. I thought you nailed it, when it came to communicating to the public, and potential new people, what to expect :) Keep on entertaining my friend!

[@treehuggin-liberal-urbanfa9850]

I enjoy your videos because you provide first-hand insight into the cruise industry. I've been watching your channel from the very beginning, and still look forward to your videos. I look forward to seeing more from you. Keep up the good work.

[@chrisg.7681]

Hey Jay, Sorry about your accident! Hope you heal quickly. Collect everything you can from the bum who hit you AND caused the accident. As always, I enjoy your insights and info. on cruising and cruise life. You do a super job! Take care.

[@Confused_Philosopher]

Cruise lines appear quite sketchy when it comes to adhering to labor laws. For one thing you are supposed to be paid during your training period. They sound like a sweatshop. They break labor laws such as not paying overtime for hours over 45hrs/week. They sound like an old mining operation where you owe your soul to the company store.

[@casablancavic]

I really enjoy your videos about cruise ships. Good job in the way you make them. You seem like a really chill dude.

[@DivaDivine88]

You're a real natural on camera.. informative and engaging with a very eloquent and friendly delivery.. I came across your channel after we spontaneously doing the information session and interview for NWCL.. Glad I came across your channel... I've already learned so much!

[@sabradouglas4746]

I will never work on a cruise ship but I do enjoy your videos! It's always interesting to learn how things I know nothing about work. Love the behind-the-scenes info and the stories that go with it, and would like to see more! Also, I know it's been said in the previous comments but your girlfriend is precious!

[@mosleygwen]

So sorry to hear about your accident, glad you’re ok

[@michelealkins616]

Thanks, Jay! Sorry to hear about your car accident. I hope you heal up quickly!

[@JSHIPLIFE]

I’ll bounce back before you know it! Thank you for watching!

[@richardtraeger696]

Great talk..if we ever meet on a carnival cruise..would enjoy buying you a couple of beers and hearing all of this again. Thanks for sharing.

[@shopper5969]

Interesting! My daughter used to work on a cruise ship in the art gallery then flight attendance. Loved working as a flight attendant all this were before the pandemic. Thanks for sharing and be safe.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

No way! I’m sure there were a lot of similarities for her! Thank you for watching!

[@PhotoArt208]

Jay. Thanks for your insightful and honest explanation of what life is like for a crew member.

[@jeremyhardee8609]

Military life is similar to coming home from combat deployment and us not being able to reintegration into society so we immediately 2 months after being home volunteer for another combat deployment

[@bjjones1968]

I've been retired since 2012 and have this urge to go on another deployment. Civilian life is nuts.

[@adellis24]

Bru I'm sorry to hear about the incident, no one deserves to be assaulted especially on top of being involved in a car accident. Thanks for always being informative and entertaining, keep up the great work, Cheers !

[@JSHIPLIFE]

It’s life. Things happen but I’ll bounce back! It’s what I do:) Thank you for all the support!

[@saritaporterwatson5273]

I agree, I hope he sued that driver.

[@CurtisWilliamsDomain]

I really appreciate you for giving the heads up. It's my first time going on a cruise line. Being the outgoing fun outspoken man I am I will take heed yo your advice and people watch in the beginning and not be so fast to show that really fun side. Your videos are definitely informative and very beneficial I appreciate you my man🎉

[@gr8ofnetwork289]

This is extremely loaded and productive video for me. I am edging closer to being a cruise ship Nurse. Every point duly appreciated bro. Counting on your video for more

[@thandongwenya8009]

Crazy how i want to join as a nurse aswell but in a few years time, do you know by any chance if nurses are also officers?

[@franchellestevens1393]

Sorry to hear about your accident hope all is well enjoy ur video great information

[@JSHIPLIFE]

It’s ok. I’m feeling better.. Just have to press charges. Thank you for your concern and I really appreciate you supporting the channel!

[@PhinAI]

Eloquently stated. Interesting perspective and insights. Thank you for sharing.

[@DivaDivine88]

What are we in 2002, or in 2022?? The idea of having to deal with counting minutes for phone calls and janky WI-FI is just 🙄😮‍💨🤦🏾‍♀️..

[@michellewalbey8060]

THANK you so much FOR shareing and not cussing thank you

[@toddb6576]

First time I have ever seen an ad in a video that was not annoying. Tres bien Jay.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Thank you!😁

[@johnpetersonjr5680]

I really appreciate your video because I am one of those guys that eventually would like to get a job working have a DJ you putting this video out helps me understand what kind of lifestyle in a living on a cruise would be and I can make a better decision on if that's what I really want. I have applied before 4 Carnival

[@nibbles187]

Awesome video Justin, I really enjoyed all this information!

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Thanks Nibbles! Hope you’re doing well!

[@LifeOfBrianUg]

Thanks for sharing your experience, it would be nice to have a separate playlist for your work on the cruise ship.

[@proudafricanamerican7586]

Thank you. Continue doing you. Screw the haters. Most are just jealous because they cant or know how to socialize with different group of people and cultures.

[@DreiAndreiS]

Thanks! I’ll add to communication section also on the ship is many different nationalities and they have they own cultural stuff, religion, ect. It’s also important point for communication I guess.

[@leslietrent3682]

Very informative. Sorry about your accident. Thanks for sharing.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Thank you! And don’t worry I’ll be fine! Thank you for watching!

[@monykalynf3604]

Really interesting-thanks for sharing! Hope you are a quick healer-sucks about car accident and wow-assault on top of it? Glad you are OK!

[@mrs6968]

You tube is one strange rabbit hole a video from this channel popped up on my home page I really dug the content so I subscribed bell on and now I'm being bombarded with countless cruise ship channels which as of last week I had no clue this or any of the other cruise ship channels ever existed. Long story short I'm sticking to this channel and that's that

[@Fishyneil]

That was very interesting and insightful. Thank you, Jay.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

I did my best even with a busted lip😂 Thanks for watching!

[@simonmannjoro2314]

So how much does assistant store keeper earn monthly?

[@BrookeLyn39]

I enjoy your honesty.

[@imacrayzcritter]

I didn’t get to work on ships, but back in 2004, Feld Entertainment decided to start a spin-off of Disney on Ice, Disney Live - basically stage shows without the ice. It would open in the Pan-Pacific. I decided to audition for fun. I got a callback audition the same day and a call with a job offer by that evening (after a different audition no less). I didn’t even care what the contract was. I was ready to sign! I have trouble making and keeping friends and unfortunately the same went for that job. The biggest plus was seeing places like New Zealand, Australia, Thailand, and Japan. The downside? Not only did it feel like high school, you are working, living, and seeing the same 45 people day in and day out. I spent a lot of money too, but the experiences of that spending were worth it. I didn’t drink, but I loved to get out there and see a city in my downtime. Would I do it again? Absolutely, but I wish above all else, that I prepared myself differently mentally. The important thing I tell people when they are considering touring/cruising for a living is: can you stand the idea of living and working with the same people for months on end? I didn’t ask myself that at all. I just thought of the travel and nothing else. All 10 things you mentioned definitely related to my experiences.

[@camillecrichlow8138]

Very informative! I had a friend say they missed an opportunity to work on a cruise. Seeing this i don’t think they would have enjoyed it

[@TerrificTara]

J, so sorry that you were in a craptacular car accident!! I hope that you heal quickly 💜 It was very informative about crew member life on a cruise ship. I’ve heard people think it’s going to be the greatest job ever and then reality HURTS after they start working. I agree that there should be more information for prospective employees. I like how you shared your experiences and maybe it will help someone in the future. Great job, J!

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Don’t worry! I’ll bounce back soon! And yeah it honestly does depend on the person. That’s why I fully believe in transparency. No time or money wasted on either end.

[@christieo2739]

I wish you a speedy recovery from the car accident and the assault. It’s so sad that we have so many dirtbags in the world today.

[@lawrenceflowers2680]

After 13 years with Carnival you get use to the life! . What can I say? Bedroom wrestling 🤼‍♀️ is what end up taking me of the ships 🚢 when I finally did the last bedroom wrestling with the girl that became my wife. So! To some it up.What did I got out of working on ships an international wife and three children! Love 💕 them with all my heart, thank you Carnival Cruise Line!

[@JSHIPLIFE]

That’s amazing! I’m so happy for you!

[@rogermoore27]

'To SUM it up' 👀

[@malayjia1023]

😂❣️

[@grneal26]

Love the David Goggins book in the background!

[@sosoblessed1]

This was very different and very enjoyable!

[@spirituallifecoachinginsti7207]

I have been a passenger on 5 cruises......Norweign NCL & Celebrity......No plans to work on ships, however good info here. I love cruises....!!! New York City here.....tks for your channel.

[@HowardT1879]

This advice is gonna help so many people.

[@vonbradley5920]

Great video, very interesting. Sorry about your accident. It is unbelievable that someone will fight you just because an accident. It's a lot of crazy drivers on the road stay safe and file assault charges people need to learn control.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Exactly.. On top of that it was an accident that they caused. Crazy world we leave in. Thanks for watching!

[@rgruenhaus]

Sometimes I wish I could give 2 thumbs up! Great video.

[@reyantaylor4119]

Amazing video!! Thank you!

[@darleneeastburn7639]

Interesting video. So much has happened I see !!!

[@mickiesadventures]

Hope you feel better!

[@rvstewart4211]

Agree with everything you said! In fact I’ve shared this video with several people who reached out wanting to gain employment in the cruise industry! Well done keep up the good work!

[@kevincollins7862]

Your very accurate on what you are saying I've worked on ships for like five contracts had alot of fun tho I adapt really fast

[@vanceb1]

Add to the communication issue: language differences. I'm retired from the USCG and used to do exams on cruise ships. We would look at various pieces of equipment to make sure everything is as it should be. I was with the safety officer on one exam and asked him if they could pull a fire extinguisher out of it's cabinet so I could check it. He said something to one guy in English. That guy translated it into whatever language the other guy spoke. He took the extinguisher out and discharged it all over the deck (it was carpeted). The safety office looked at me with a welcome-to-my-world expression and just shrugged. If anyone is wondering, we rarely ever found anything major wrong. The cruise industry is very serious about safety and they don't let stuff stay broken for very long.

[@morrisvanderslice1735]

Glad to hear you were not seriously injured in that car accident. Cheers!

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Same!

[@jhors7777]

Thank you for posting this helpful video

[@viktoriousextensions394]

Great insight!

[@MidniteAdventures]

Stressful waiting period is so true! I almost finish with documents and stuff but then we received announcement we have to do more extra vaccine shot and wait for the few week days interval so it will took more months to wait before the signing contract, visa, flight and joining date.

[@cpgood9971]

Thanks for this. I have always wanted to try this type of job

[@akenatonjames5280]

I'm from Trinidad and Tobago thanks for your information

[@debbief2882]

Good advice, thanks.

[@BJ-bi9xv]

straight up WB!

[@pequenofp]

Thank's for the video

[@chrispalacios_18]

Ok thanks you I'll be on board in a month aprox. Thank you

[@lovedfriend2020]

Great video! Hope your lip gets better soon.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Thank you! I’ll be good as new in no time!

[@gonzocruiser4221]

Very interesting. Appreciate your insight.

[@susantokles5042]

Very interesting video J.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Thank you!!!

[@ghsvideosreviews5499]

Thank you so much for this video.

[@17thUnicorn]

Amazing!!

[@benjobe9346]

Worked on NLCA back in 2004 2005 and lot you said was true then as well. And yes lots of time in the passenger bars gets expensive.

[@robinkregelscott]

I’m sorry about the accident and altercation. Be safe.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

I’ll heal up and keep moving! Thank you!

[@ellenfalveycarroll4489]

Get well soon 😊 🇨🇮🙏💙

[@theresa7744]

That was quite interesting 😊

[@emikocastro5180]

Great advice

[@robertwhite4176]

I wish we would have met you one one of our cruises on NCL. Love you shows.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

I’ll be on A LOT of ships in 2022! So maybe you’ll see me!

[@canuckeh1613]

Very informative. Thanks...

[@tru2dadell]

Very informative. Thank yiy

[@michellejones8144]

After two months working on RCCL and left and didn’t look back. People need a day to rest. Currently active Duty Navy. In my opinion working on a Navy ship is more tolerable than working on the cruise ship.

[@olasamueltosin]

Same here. I left RCG

[@frankieroberson3398]

Thank You; Very Informative; Great Vlog!!!!

[@eleanor4482]

Great lessons here for newbie crew members. Thanks for sharing.😎

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Thank you for watching!

[@Mamaren17]

I leave for pride of America in NCL in two days and all of this is great information thank you

[@JSHIPLIFE]

I hope you enjoy it! Glad I was able to help in some small way!

[@thetravelgoods2760]

I was supposed to work that ship! June 2020 but you know what went down… finally got the nerve to do it and the pandemic blocked me!

[@paulhayes7468]

Damn bro RIP

[@daegudiva]

I have always enjoyed your videos and your presentation keeps getting better and better. Also you and your GF make an adorable couple 💑

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Thank you! I appreciate you☺️

[@kgindustries2937]

Good intel.

[@sonyamitchell7224]

Insightful on becoming a crew member.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Thanks!

[@ibeanjerkinov5325]

You did good bro you got to see the world. And have some fun but it's hard. And during covid? Ouch!

[@EugeniaLovely]

Very interesting video thanks for sharing

[@chirstinegarcia8866]

Thank you 😊

[@JSHIPLIFE]

No. Thank you☺️

[@reidtraininggroup8273]

The real-world adjustment is a SERIOUS thing. And something that we are not prepared for at all.

[@henrytheh]

Awwww Jaaaaaaaay 😢 ... So sorry to hear about your mishap ... Get well soon! 😊 Luv your vids ... This one was insightful as well as "entertaining" ... Cracks me up when folks forget that when they take your comments too seriously 😆 Personally, as a software developer, I can't see myself being able to work for a cruise line unless they want me to teach a class on board ... Not! 😂

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Don’t worry I’ll be good as new soon!☺️ I always look forward to the people that take things too seriously… It’s just interesting because I make the disclaimer clear as day! Who knows. You might actually like it if you were to go on board!

[@carolinapantherfan4330]

interesting🔥🔥🔥

[@kellyssong]

Great video, Justin! I’m sorry you were assaulted by the other driver. 😔

[@JSHIPLIFE]

It’s a crazy world we live it, but I’m going to just press charges and keep it moving!

[@glennmoyers4956]

I am considering retiring from my job of 23 years and taking a job on s ship. Thanks for the 4-11