How to Work on a Cruise Ship | Interview and After Hire Process

[@CosplayLane]

I have my skype interview tomorrow! Thank you so much for this video. I watched it over and over and am taking a ton of notes...

[@kaliyahrae]

Travelanes how was the interview ?

[@DanielRodriguez-io2me]

did you get hired!!

[@CosplayLane]

I got hired! I did 1 10 month contract on Pacific aria and then 2 months of Pacific dawn. Back on land now, they weren’t great

[@DanielRodriguez-io2me]

Travelanes oooh fr? cruise ship life isn’t that good or just that specific company?

[@CosplayLane]

Daniel Rodriguez nah, we were under the umbrella of carnival and princess. Which makes up the vast majority of most cruise ships in the world. However, there aren’t a lot of laws to protect workers. I had items thrown at me, coworkers, walls, and floors during meetings. Sexual harassment was insane- not just for the gals but even for the men from other men. I had a cabin outside 2 water tight doors that screamed at 6am every morning and blocked my way constantly, my room was moldy when I moved in (flies as well) but because my roommate was friends with the person that inspected her room she didn’t need to clean it- the walls of the bathroom were literally slimy. My cabin was without electricity for a week and I had to report it daily until someone fixed it (imagine getting ready and having to show up in full makeup and hair.. but getting ready in 100% blackness. Can’t even use iPhone light because couldn’t charge my phone- no power.) . I was told I’d work a maximum at 72 hours a week for 10 months. Instead, I worked on average 84. I was also told by princess that I could room with my fiancé, which they took back because he and I were different departments (some departments can live together, some can’t. Entertainment and electricians can live together. Shop and spa can live together. But entertainment and spa? No way.). My dad also was hospitalized and I was unsure if he was alive when I went to work that morning, and I actually got screamed at and told to buy a 1400$ plane ticket to go home if my home issues were “distracting me”. (My distraction? The department phone rang and I had the audacity to turn my head for .05 seconds towards the noise. The trainer that screamed at me apologized literally 10 months later during my second contract saying she was having a bad morning. Like that made that okay??). When I quit, 2 days before I left my timesheet was confiscated from me, even though I’m legally required to fill it out as a seafarer for every day. I saw this happen on my fist ship and the manager usually does this to add more “x”‘a to make it look like you are working a legal amount of time rather than the actual illegal hours we worked. One day my lunch and dinner breaks were taken away so I worked 14 hour straight without break on my period while not being allowed to return to my cabin to refresh my hygiene product, in which I got an infection from- the medical office actually confirmed that was the reason for my infection. I currently have friends on ships all over due to those contracts. No matter what the company, some of my friends haven’t been paid the last 3 months. Several of my friends on 6 month contracts have been on a ship by force for over a year- despite their country actually requesting their nationals on ships come home 3+ months ago. 2 cruise ships were recently detained in the uk for not paying crew and refusing to send them home. It’s a severe human rights issue. There are no human or body rights on ships, and almost no labor laws. The laws that do exist are broken happily even with the fines ships get they don’t really care. Oh and the best part of all: I was given a pay outline that was more than double than what I was actually paid. Because they gave me an outline that included tips. They then sent me to a ship in Australia with no tips. I got paid less than 2$ an hour. I wasn’t given a choice to go elsewhere and they told me the same hour they sent me to the ship itself. Most the bartenders and stewards had similar experiences about lied to pay. The cabin and food doesn’t actually make up for it. If you are the food you got norovirus, and if you were in your cabin it leaked, was moldy, and had alarms and watertight doors screaming. Not that it mattered I was only allowed in my cabin from about 10:30pm-6am 🤷🏼‍♀️. I highly recommend not supporting the industry until they do better. Mind you, I was treated better than other nationalities onboard. That should tell you something lol.

[@jonnjon1]

Just amazing. i will have an interview tomorrow, and this help me sooo much. Greetings from Colombia. (BTW nice smile)

[@Mrdiversedance]

Hope your interview went well. I am busy applying for entertainer rolea for cruiseship.

[@ClaRodiAmar]

How was you interview?

[@serenityjones9952]

How did it go with you all?

[@shermarkefrancis6785]

Wow this video is helpful lol I'm at the medical part right now but working on some cash to do it I'm really excited to be honest, hopefully goes well for me, i really love your video keep up the good work and may god bless you

[@micahwestgard3387]

I've been thinking about working on a cruise ship and I looked into it and found your channel and it's been really interesting and helpful!! ✌️😊

[@TouristtoLocal]

micah westgard I'm so happy it's helpful! Best of luck to you!

[@VanillaCoke64oz]

Did you ever do it?

[@Peacefaithjoy]

Thank you so much for all these informations! You’re really good and your smile is awesome, also your tip about it it’s great lol I hope get a job in a cruise ship in the future. I wish you all the best.

[@arshmonitor]

Awesome and helpful video..... Thanks.

[@spencerhein6533]

Hey I applied back in November for Royal as a sports staff member! I heard from my recruiter a couple days ago and we are supposed to discuss things! I’m not sure what this means but I’m hoping it means this is the interview! Love the vid as well. You’re smile lights up the room!

[@brightonbarnes]

What were some requirements for that and what’s like some of your job history (if you’re willing to give some)

[@spencerhein6533]

Brighton Barnes hello! I actually got the job! I’m just waiting on a contract. My past jobs were day camp counselor and a sports instructor. They said my position didn’t require a college degree which I don’t have so that worked out well for me. The requirements for the job were past experience in sports instruction and sports themselves. Also it’s not required but they would like someone to have experience with the flowrider.

[@brightonbarnes]

Spencer Hein Thats awesome man!!! Did you apply straight through the company’s website or through a recruiter?

[@spencerhein6533]

Brighton Barnes I went through a recruiter. You can do either one! Both work fine. Just a big requirement is you gotta be 21 or older.

[@Simplyliving-365]

You're so energetic and positive 😊😊

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thank you!!!

[@Kerrblur999]

your video is a miracle. lol Applying for Director of marketing .. i got to prepare for this interview.

[@rachelevanzoeren8473]

Hey Girl! I LOVE your videos! They are so helpful, I am going to be working on a cruise ship soon and your videos have prepared me so much. Keep it up :) xx

[@TouristtoLocal]

RACH VANZO I'm SO happy they have helped you! I know when I was about to go work on ships I watched a billion KZbin videos to get prepared!

[@Mrdiversedance]

Also working so hard for my dreams to come true. To become an entertainer for cruiseship.

[@Bearz710]

Kelvin Hayward My dream is to become a captain of a cruise ship, I’ll be attending a Maritime Academy soon then the navy and maybe after it’ll happen :)

[@ukart4623]

Thank you for your information.. this is helpfully me... hello

[@TouristtoLocal]

Happy to help!

[@dondiemaglines9330]

I wish the Hiring process here in the philippines is the same as easy as one two three :) Got hired from one of american brand cruise liner. but up until now still waiting for my joining date ...it's been like 3 months now

[@cherylsween6693]

Lovely video...

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks so much!

[@fernandosalazar4260]

Which cruise line are you hired at? I am in the middle of the hiring process for Disney and have an interview for Princess tomorrow!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Congrats !! I used to work for Carnival!

[@burningblue1254]

Did you get in? I am with Princess.

[@veronica.theswamphag]

These videos are so helpful and interesting :)

[@jisbinsanjose6231]

Nice video. You may also want to checkout the review of how to work on a cruise on my blog at *garyreviews. com/how-to-work-on-a-cruise-review/* Thanks. Pkl Hyatt.

[@oukiliomar5548]

Veronica Marie ,👋hello dear. Could u give me some details, how to apply for a company website.

[@weezalee9867]

How Long before you left for the ship did you receive your assignment and flight info ?

[@TouristtoLocal]

It was about a month! Such a long wait!

[@a.k.apanda8209]

My Goooood New Sub ♡ Ur awesome..... i have an interview to work in these cruise im sooooo exiteeeeed and nervous.... but i know thay job its mineee ! Thaaaanx Hun ♡

[@TouristtoLocal]

Awww you’ve got this babe! Thanks so much for the sub ❤️ you’re wonderful and I’m sending so many good vibes your way!

[@yamez8785]

Did you get tbe job? What position and cruise line?

[@vidkris1535]

“In a couple of days”?! It takes a few months! On the waiting list to get down to 1! If you’re applying from outside the us.

[@anamariachilo6503]

hi! i am from Argentina, right now im preparing for my first interwiev and I'd love to receive some additional tip so you can really help me. I'm excited about this. My experience is as a cook. kisses!

[@yamez8785]

Hola Ana, how it went? Did you get the job? And what cruise line?

[@jessicasawchuk3302]

i got an offer, did my background check but haven’t heard back since. it’s been 2 weeks. should i contact them again or wait?

[@colinkless111]

Hey I just signed my offer letter today! I was wondering about how long it will take to get all the required pre ship duties finished.

[@TouristtoLocal]

CONGRATS! That’s amazing! So happy for you :) it should take between 1-2 months!

[@colinkless111]

AHH Thanks for replying! Good to know!

[@colinkless111]

Also been bingeing your vids to get ready lol thank you so much

[@cavitenaelskereuropa8523]

Hi,always interested in working on a cruise ship,but dont know whats the first thing to do..

[@maximilianomina809]

Hey! How long did it take the company to get in touch with you? After you send your resume.

[@samrenehart]

Did you have to get a TWIC and MMC to work for Carnival? I applied at Norwegian and they required those before you could board the ship, and I figured that was standard for all cruise ship employees. Thanks!

[@TouristtoLocal]

I never even heard of those!!! We didn’t need it for carnival! Just a medical evaluation and background check

[@Onion_Knights]

I am now feeling that excitement XD i am hired! Just need do some medical bodychecks and then trainings, and then i am onboard!

[@TouristtoLocal]

YAAAAAAAS so happy for you! You're going to have such an amazing time! Which ship??

[@Onion_Knights]

Tourist to Local its going to be one of the starcruises, but which ship is not known yet

[@satakshichannel5544]

Chris Ng hi friend ..its happy to know this you hired. Iam also interested to work in cruise ship. Can you share me how to process ?

[@Onion_Knights]

The Mt. Everest hi, its quite easy really for star cruises. But dont know about other cruise lines. They did an open interview and the rest is just waiting for their call. Just keep an eye for their open interview. Or, find out their email address, email your resume and photo over and hope that they call. I did try applied for a casino position for carnival, same thing, email over resume and they will email u back (though i am not sure whether that the "real" agents for carnival). Cruise ships wont hire u directly, they go through hiring agents. Once hired, will go through medical checks, some assessment test and then training and u are all set

[@satakshichannel5544]

Chris Ng thank you for suggestion which social media do you use?? I mean whatsup or facebook? can I get?

[@Pablopinion]

Hi Juliana! Please help with one question: Do you know if people with scoliosis is allowed to work onboard? I've been trying to find an answer but it has been impossible. 🙏 Thank you!

[@dinukaravimal1591]

Nice video. You may also want to checkout the review of how to work on a cruise on my blog at *garyreviews. com/how-to-work-on-a-cruise-review/* Thanks. Pkl Hyatt.

[@tanyakamvumbi722]

Hi l am really interested in working as a service/housekeeping stewardess. I would be happy to get some more tips and guidelines from you

[@burningblue1254]

Ask me what you want to know.

[@justincrawford2280]

Hey I’m going to a job fair for Norwegian next week for a show production gig , I am heavily tattooed! I’m just curious if that may hurt my chances?.

[@burningblue1254]

Its sad to say but they will ask you on the application form if you have tattoos. If they are small and not visible in shorts and a short sleeve shirt you might get away with it. But if you say yes, you likely won't get a job.

[@arnabmitra4348]

I just gives interview in web for carnival ratings in 22 nov .But still I didn't get any reply from them about any positive or negative news.

[@Milusc7]

Hello. I'd like to know if cruise ships hire accountants?. I liked your video. Thanks.

[@burningblue1254]

Yes they do. I started out as a junior assistant purser and was an auditor, inventory controller etc. Now I am the Chief Purser. I am a CPA.

[@asishkumar3810]

Can I know the website where I can apply for??

[@siggylorain]

hey how long was the entire process from the time you send your resume to the time you got your flight info? I'm a pastry cook and would love to work on a cruise and travel. thanks for all the videos I have learn a lot 😁

[@TouristtoLocal]

ciarn harris hey! It took about 3 months total :) good luck to you!!!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thank you! Well I've heard it does depend on available assignments. Sometimes it does take a few months. My advice to you is to continuously reach out to your supervisor, and send an email every two weeks saying "hello! I was just wanting to check the status of my assignment and was curious if you've found a job placement for me". Just kind of bug them for a bit until they find you something haha!

[@natasha55ful]

Hello i accepted the job offer from a cruise ship company .They paid for my medical results and now we are waiting it takes they told me 2 to 3 weeks as soon as they have them they will email me for next step Does it rely takes so long for the medical results ? Any idea? Thank you

[@eustacewalwyn338]

hi, thanks for the video, it was really helpful, and the information you provide is very useful. I've been thinking a lot about working on a cruise but I'm wondering if there is any position for a personal trainer or something related to fitness, do you know anything about it?

[@TouristtoLocal]

yes there are!!!!! I'm not sure how exactly you apply, but I know Steiner is the company most people apply through!

[@burningblue1254]

Yes there are in the fitness center. My cruise line does and so do most of them. Apply through the cruise line recruiters. Steiner or Canyon Ridge run the spas but the fitness center are cruise line employees.

[@emmaemma7915]

wow...i like your ethusiasm..fyi, i am qualified for the final interview with the carnival cruise line soon in November..i am really excited and nervous at the same time..can you share some tips on what to expect during the interview, for example what kind of question will they asked the candidates..i am apllying for the waitress position and i hope your information can help me to get prepared for the interview...thank you so much!

[@TouristtoLocal]

congrats on the interview! good luck to you! the waitress position might be a little bit of a different interview than I had, but some questions I'd expect are "why do you want to work for carnival?" "Have you ever been away from home for a long period of time?" "have you ever had an experience with a difficult customer?"

[@emmaemma7915]

Thank you so much for the sharing...feel a little bit of relief..i will be prepared with all these possible questions..finger crossed...i really appreciate your help..who knows we will meet sometimes in the future...maybe on board lol...

[@sanjanak.r227]

Hey, i am very much interested in working on a cruise ship, i am about to graduate from college. I have a question to ask that i am very nervous about, so my question is... I have a visible scar on my forearm because of which i couldn't become an Air-hostess, will i be rejected in cruise line too? on the bases of the scar on the forearm!

[@burningblue1254]

They will ask you about tattoos on the application form and you will say no.

[@katievigunas2497]

Hi! I just had an interview with carnival for the fun squad. It’s been about a week since I interviewed on hirevue. How long did it take for you to hear back after your interview? Love your videos.. thanks!

[@outshriek]

Hey! I just applied for a media manager position at carnival (so not the same but still in the entertainment dept). I applied and completed my interview aug 2 and heard back that i got an interview on the 20th, so I’d say about two to three weeks.

[@katievigunas2497]

outshriek thanks so much for that info:)

[@outshriek]

Totally! I’ll try and let you know if i get it 😅

[@katievigunas2497]

@@outshriek Hey! I just heard back today that I got a second interview as well!! Let's keep each other posted. It'd be cool if we ended up on the same ship if we got the job. Good luck!!!

[@outshriek]

Katie Congrats! You’ll kill it!! Good luck!

[@deanvandeventer8000]

hello i have a question ,how long does the prosess to from starting the application to being on the ship working ??? cool video

[@hobbesthebrainslug12]

I also want to know this

[@burningblue1254]

Usually about 2 months

[@uniquelyflynn3999]

Is there any 3-4 month contracts or ( i have Disney exp. and many years of hotel management) married and family of five and wife doesn't want me to apply for 9 month gigs...she would be ecstatic if hired for say a 4 month contract but we are not sure if that exists.

[@TouristtoLocal]

I have heard of a few people getting shorter contracts, but that typically needs to be brought up during the interview to see if they would be flexible.

[@uniquelyflynn3999]

@@TouristtoLocal I was a cast member at Disney World DRC (call center) what site posts for just the disney cruise line? (its not on disney careers)

[@erinskeete192]

Did you get hired on the interview or did you wait a few weeks after to know you got the job?

[@TouristtoLocal]

The interview was via webcam and I answered automated questions (there was no interviewer). Then I got scheduled for a 2nd in person interview and they told me i was hired then!

[@erinskeete192]

Tourist to Local Amazing. I had a Skype interview yesterday so just waiting to hear back now. Congrats and thanks for this x

[@kaliyahrae]

Erin Skeete did you get the job?

[@saurabhotari2242]

Heya ! I am planning to work as a Personal trainer for cruise line. Can you help me with some tips regarding this. Hope to know from you soon. Thanks in advance.

[@felixhanglimboo6888]

Me too

[@celiwemkhize2153]

Hello dear don’t know if u can help me can u tell me process of visa with NCL!!?? How did u do ur visa Nd u paid for it Nd which account coz am not sure of the account number sent to me !!Please confirm

[@ClaRodiAmar]

Hello my son want to work for American cruise lines, how is the process to apply?

[@burningblue1254]

Go to their website, it will explain how.

[@aalovlogs6991]

Yap I have one question that's I am very interested but when I was applied then they are asking for pay money,so what's that is it fake or right

[@burningblue1254]

Fake yes.

[@jocelynhall7669]

I just had my interview a week ago , and they said I would need a second one, did you ever had a second interview?

[@6833]

Jocelyn hall actually my daughter had 3 interviews. Good luck!

[@yamez8785]

How it went?

[@burningblue1254]

They almost always want a second interview if they are considering you.

[@sidkoranga5745]

I want to work in cruise ship It is possible to pay money or get to cruise job.

[@burningblue1254]

Here is a tip ladies. On your application they will ask you if you have tattoos. If you say yes, you likely won't get offered a job. If you can't see it under normal clothing you might be ok. But unless its on your butt or something you run the risk of someone seeing it on your back or tummy and reporting it.

[@BornFancy]

Hello! I am goi g to be applying for Carnival in the next few weeks for entertainment staff, and I was just wondering if you had any tips on getting over the nerves of the first few weeks?

[@TouristtoLocal]

BornFancy no way?! I will hopefully see you on the ships some day! Are you nervous about applying or about actually working on the ship?

[@BornFancy]

Tourist to Local That'd be great! I'm a bit nervous for the interview (Interviews always make me nervous) but more so just the first few weeks of getting used to all the public speaking and using the mic. I've been on 6 cruises so I know what I'd be doing, it's just having the confidence the first few weeks and getting over those initial nerves I guess. From what I've seen your first week they let you watch and shadow everyone? And then your second week you do it by yourself? Was that first week enough time to get used to it? The scheduling, the speaking, all the different things you'd have to do? :)

[@TouristtoLocal]

BornFancy omg I can relate so much to how you're feeling. I was sooooo nervous to do my first activities, and I cried a lot my first week because I felt like everyone had stronger mic skills than me. But it does get easier over time. I'm on my second contract and I'm FINALLY figuring out my persona on the mic. It does take time, and practice makes perfect! You will train for your first and maybe second week simply. Y shadowing, then they'll put you on activities that are easy, like trivias and activities hosted by several people. And as for the confidence thing, you just have to remember that you were chosen for a reason. It's so easy to compare yourself to the other hosts, but just stay true to yourself and things will work out well for you!

[@BornFancy]

Tourist to Local Thank you so much! That helps a lot!! :)

[@BornFancy]

Tourist to Local Can you tell me all the different activities that you host or can host?

[@Axversum]

is there an age limit like what if ur over 30? how often do they do drug test?

[@TouristtoLocal]

No age limit! Just so long as you are physically fit! I never got drug tested, but there was a random drug test once a month and I never got chosen!

[@Axversum]

Tourist to Local thnx alot i am on the journey of a career switch and this is something i have been wanting to do for quite a while now..btw how are the wages?

[@burningblue1254]

There was a 70 year old working on my ship.

[@MM00999]

Hi i am a nurse, 3 interview already finished, last was technical interview and it was awesome, after that interview I got a mail, that you application is being reviewed and we will contact you if we need further information, Could u pls tell me what is next, its already a week gone after final interview

[@rajuchavan1259]

Hi what is the age limit for waiter job bcoz I'm 28 and I want to apply for waiter job in cruise ship

[@burningblue1254]

there is no age limit.

[@jaeedriscoll1183]

Did you have to get fingerprinted for your pre-employment process ?!! Please get back to me ASAP !!!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Jaee Driscoll ooh good question! I did not! The just did a full FBI background check on me, which took a month and a half to complete!

[@jaeedriscoll1183]

Tourist to Local ❤️ thank you for getting back to me ASAP !! I was just asking bc I just got accepted to work on a cruise line I go to training in April .. and I’m extremely excited !!! I know we have to take a drug test which is no problem and I’m assuming they already did my background check .. but it took her about a week to get back to me so idk .. I was just trying to get an idea on what to expect at the actual training !! Thank you !!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Jaee Driscoll no problem! Next you will have to do a medical exam with an approved facility, and once that is done you’re all set to sail and you’ll get your ship assignment!

[@jaeedriscoll1183]

Tourist to Local Awesome ❤️ will I have to do my medical exam at home before I go to training? Or when I’m at training in the state they fly me too ?? And will THEY pay for it ? Or will I have to have my Medicare and insurance ??

[@TouristtoLocal]

Jaee Driscoll ooh it really depends on the cruise line you will work for. I’ve only worked for Carnival, and they did not pay for the medical, it was all out of your own pocket. I also didn’t have a training before...I just showed up to the ship and started working hahahaha! So I’m not quite sure how it will be, I wish I could help more!

[@Suman12724]

hlow sistr can u tell me do princess cruise ship recruitmnet department after interview do ask for membership regustration fees of $150 to pay before job... for other country.. except usa can u tell me ..sistr

[@kaymoore9342]

Scam

[@burningblue1254]

None of the legitimate recruiters will ask for money. They are paid by the cruise line. Go to the cruise line website and look for careers.

[@laarniven9441]

what cruise line you are working ?

[@TouristtoLocal]

Carnival!

[@rahulg8504]

Sister i got a chance to work in princess cruise shipping company in california .unfortunately they will offering 300$ for registration fees this is genuine or not please reply .i hope you will get back reply.. Thanks

[@TouristtoLocal]

That doesn't sound legit. The only thing you should need to pay for is your medical exam and background check.

[@rahulg8504]

@@TouristtoLocal i get offer letter also so i dont know that is fake or not can you help me

[@amyhebert5481]

What is the minimum age requirements? Is it 21?

[@ftngie]

Amy Hebert 18 most the time but it may vary with different cruise line. Look at their website!

[@1991mallick]

Hi

[@antonioc4390]

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[@pranaybutale9754]

mam please coming live

[@philybrowne8239]

Do EU citizens need a visa?

[@burningblue1254]

Have a US C1/D visa (if you are not a Canadian or US citizen/resident)

[@hanifsaiyed775]

If I need job in cruise ship how I got

[@burningblue1254]

Go to the cruise lines website.

[@pranaybutale9754]

hi mam

[@1991mallick]

Plz help us

[@krisflair4677]

If you were on the same ship as me I would definitely date you !!

[@VanillaCoke64oz]

Shes married lol

[@d.stoorsingh8377]

Hi dear ur looking so beautiful

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@malayali.machan96]

Please help me mam please job me

[@pradyumnakulkarni2928]

So beautiful you are 😍🥰

[@rishiraj4626]

I have a tattoo on my arms .

[@burningblue1254]

They don't hire people with visible tattoos.

[@azkhan3560]

most beautiful girl 👧

[@kennedymukasia7434]

Hey beautiful how are you I'm from Kenya I want to work on cruise ship soon and I need you a advice 🙂🛳️

[@Peacefaithjoy]

Thank you so much for all these informations! You’re really good and your smile is awesome, also your tip about it it’s great lol I hope get a job in a cruise ship in the future. I wish you all the best.