Q&A- Everything you need to know about working on cruise ships.

[@captainjohn49]

Lucy, Thanks for another nice video! Doing Q & A videos can be a pain, so kudos to you for doing another one! 😀 Please continue exploring the adventures of life! Wishing you Fair Winds sweetie! 😀

[@stidindikazi2373]

Hi Lucy loving your videos, you give me great detailed insight on cruise life downloaded like 20 of your videos to watch offline😅

[@Xristos888]

Hi Lucy, I would love a video about switching to Yachts as a former officer on cruises:)

[@ashleymatthews683]

When it comes to medicals its fair to point out you can be failed with no way out if you have chronic illnesses/disabilities or need for daily/weekly medication. It's really important to know that and if you do disclose illness status or medication intake can absolutely fail you and fail you for *life* in some instances (things Like HIV status/meds, Lyme disease, chronic illness, ADHD/ADHD medication, anxiety medication. Even psoriasis etc. Are often the first thing flagged) And people need to be aware of it. I.e if it's manageable without you needing to disclose *you can get all your meds in Port etc.* it's better to not disclose if you REALLY want the job

[@jenniferferreira9061]

Another excellent video. Thanks Lucy. ❤❤❤❤

[@KeriB1982]

Thank God! Another Lucy video!!!!

[@alanholck7995]

When you say 1000/month, does this include the ‘automatic gratuities’ that the cruise company adds?

[@fidel.himself5165]

Hi Lucy, thanks for refreshing our minds with the useful info, I was short listed by Harding last December, had a video interview there after and got a positive reply by January that my application is of interest to them, I've not heard from them this February but I will heed to your advice with a follow up email.

[@naijababe4real756]

Congratulations. I have been waiting for harding to schedule me since march 2023 after getting my C1D visa

[@fidel.himself5165]

@@naijababe4real756 wow.. meaning sometimes it can take like forever, that demands for a huge dose of patience.. thanks for sharing ur experience though

[@sailorspills3025]

please do a video about being a port shopping expert!

[@scottlewisparsons9551]

Thank you Lucy for another interesting video. I am seventy two and retired late last year from quantity surveying, no I don’t want to work on a cruise ship, or do anything else! Lol 😂 other than cruising as a paying guest! However, I very much have appreciated the crew on the three ocean cruises we have done so far, their service has been polite, kind and helpful. However, the Viking river cruise crew were very average indeed, which surprised me, all the other things were fantastic, such as the excursions, cruise director and ship upkeep and cleanliness. All the best from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

[@naijababe4real756]

Hi Lucy, Always the best. HARDING My schedule is takin as long as 11months. I'm fed up

[@stevenabrams5811]

Working on a cruise ship is like being in the military, there were months that we didn’t get a day off for one reason or another. When I joined $183- USD per month, when I went to Vietnam War in 1972.

[@rfernandes52]

Could you please make a video on Harding retail!

[@klaudios00]

I am. 35 and going back on cruises hope all will be ok

[@国培张]

thanks for sharing, it helps me a lot.

[@ahluvdrums]

Could you do a video on gifting Crew Members? I don't think you've answered this before. Of course tips are great, but what about small gifts from passengers? Is there anything that would be best to gift? Are there things people don't like being gifted? Do you have a favorite gift? I'm sure some lines of business get this more then others, same with tips, does this lead to any animosity on this ship? Are there people that deserve gifts that don't get them? And what are the tipping rules, aside from included tips. Who to tip? How much??

[@agenttechstreams3891]

Lucy when is your next contract ?

[@ElsaLoui]

Love q&a style videos!!!

[@elaherajabi624]

Hey! I’m scheduled to join as a photographer on a cruise ship at the end of April, and I’m curious about the scheduling process. Should I receive my schedule before joining the ship, or should I find out once I was onboard? Also, should I fly to Southampton for my departure, or was I able to fly from elsewhere? Appreciate any insights you can share based on your experience!

[@danterobbiati]

Hi Lucy, how are you? Can you talk more about bar career, and why do so many people like working there? and do you know which negative points. Tks

[@nataliamoncada1]

Hi Lucy thanks for the video!! All you say it’s absolutely true! And I was wondering how do you apply to virgin?

[@PumiNxumalograce]

Thank you Lucy your videos are super helpful

[@claudiaheystek4880]

Hi Lucy, thanks for this video, it really helped me a lot! My question that I have is with regard to HR and working in the HR department. I will have a Bachelors’s degree in Social Work at the end of this year and as far as I understand, with that degree I can go into HR. Like you said in one of your previous videos, is that I need to have an exit strategy. Thus, my exit strategy would be to gain experience in HR on a cruise, so I don’t have too big of a gap in my CV when I return back to South Africa and want to continue working in that field. What I was wondering is, what is your opinion on this? Do you think it’s worth it to work in HR if I also want to see and explore the world while working on cruise ships, or is it not worth it? I also wondered what their time off and living conditions look like, cause I can’t seem to find many/any people talking about working in the HR department on cruise ships? Sorry for all these questions, but if you could please give me advice on this or steer me to someone who can, it would be greatly appreciated!🌸

[@reigle4]

My granddaughter and her boyfriend are 20 and 21 yrs old and American and want to work on a cruise ship to be able to travel. That is the first priority over the amount of money. They want to be together and stay together on the ship since they already live together, What ship and what job do you recommend? They both have tattoos (nothing offensive)

[@SiveRyan-d4e]

So that surname harding was one of the skaters in the Olympics back in the 1990's that got banned from the Olympics. There is also a road in Indianapolis that used to be named that but they changed it to stage road 37 and I69 now. A person with that name showed up at charity's middle school and highschool I am pretty sure she was related to the skater that got banned. There has been a lot of spiritual crap happened to me. But thank you for the information for the cruises. And also Branson is a town in the USA. Anyway have a great day.

[@barjamlin7962]

This may be a bit esoteric, but my wife and I are hoping you can give us an insider’s view of the life of ship’s medical crew. My wife and I are both experienced A&E nurses and are considering working on a ship for the travel. Any info or advice you have would be appreciated.

[@amandamcclare7314]

Sending lots of love back to you ❤

[@stephendoane1093]

Great job young lady.

[@Roboman1174]

Have you ever spoken to anyone in the tech sector aboard a ship, I was curious if you have like system administrators and tech support on the ships and what kinda pay is there?

[@captainjohn49]

Roboman, you ask a great question! I haven't seen Lucy do a video interview with any IT personnel, but I do know there is a need for experienced IT, Admin, and software troubleshooters on-board. Especially with the newer ships and more forward-leaning cruise lines, where every guest is using the ship's app on their phone and every POS device is linked to accounting dept, etc. As for the pay? I have no clue. But, if you're good at this (not just passed the exams, but really good and experienced) I suspect you could get very good pay, although competing globally please understand there are many talented/experienced IT pros in developing nations that work for a fraction of what US professionals get paid. Please research and apply, and let us know. 😀

[@yash-pq8ty]

I would like to know about harding retail after i got C1D visa in how many days i would get a schedule for the ship.

[@josyms7849]

#2 Lucy when discussing rates are you talking GBP or USD?

[@animefreak963]

would you be able to talk about the IT Techs on board?

[@Erinkuchar]

Do you get free WiFi, unlimited food, drinks?

[@a3iuuu]

Is it possible to work as professional photographer? How to approach? Thank you

[@FernandoGonzales-cz8kr]

Hello Lucy¡, I have one question; perhaps you can provide me with some advice. How long can it take until one first contract gets their first assignment? I have been waiting for more than one year to join the cruise ship but I constantly get delayed (whenever the date is close, the assignment vanishes or it gets delayed 3 more months). I have tried to contact the company but they continue telling me the same: Assignments are based on operational needs, i have to wait. It is getting frustrating, you know.

[@jenniferferreira9061]

I have a question. How early do they ask you, if you want to do another contract? You said you do your contract , then you get 3 months off. Do you have to take the 3 months off? Or can you just stay on the ship, and start another contract?

[@captainjohn49]

Jennifer, it depends. LOL 😀 Going by what Lucy has said in other videos, unless you are a total screw-up at work your manager will offer you the opportunity to sign-on to another contract while you're still on-board working your current contract. Most crew wish some time off between contracts, and the average is 6 - 8 weeks off (it is up to you). Some crew have just signed-on to another contract starting right away with only a few days between but that is very rare. And some decide they want more time at home and choose to not sign a new contract right away and simply go home and then make a decision later to re-apply or not (this is I believe what Lucy did at the end of her last contract?). Of course the issues become what job openings they have, on what ships, and when these openings are occurring...so, you DO have to have some flexibility. I'm sure Lucy can give you a more detailed answer based on your specific job/contract/cruise line, etc., but I hope I helped explain it? Good Luck! P.S. BTW, it is rare, but sometimes you'll be asked to "extend" your current contract a month or two longer, this is usually when they have a staffing shortage, etc., and this isn't a new contract, just a short extension.

[@jenniferferreira9061]

@@captainjohn49 thank you for answering my question. I think you covered all the bases. I appreciate it so much. I hope you have a wonderful day 😊.

[@philiphigginson7377]

Hi Lucy i was working on the QV sorry missed you i must been busy .

[@Harish236d]

Please make a video on Harding retail... Specifically experience needed to get a job in sales on a cruise ship I have 1year experience in car sales in India, will that experience help me get the job?

[@HariSeldon913]

I know it likely depends on the size of the ship, but how large is the medical staff on board and do you know if it's really competitive to get in?

[@alanholck7995]

On cruises I’ve been on many of the medical staff seemed to be older & retired from other medical careers. But this may just be observation bias on my part.

[@alexanderi1105]

I’m 20 and turning 21 this year and I’m an Australian, can I start applying to work as a sales assistant on a cruise ship now or do I have to wait to apply?

[@reneeyounes9994]

What u can exepect from commission on retail sales? Cz the basic salary is very low...if u give me idea with retail sales associate spa what should i accept aa 8% commission on my sales...thank u beauty 😍

[@CHRISHURST-v2p]

Hi..can I work in the shops at 18 on any cruise line? Thanks. 😊

[@ElGringoLocoOficial]

Should I do the physical and all the certifications before applying or will the cruise line certify me? I applied to a job and was immediately auto- rejected. I thought this may be why.

[@captainjohn49]

No, do not do your medical, etc. until instructed to do so by the cruise line or your recruiter directly. Lucy details these procedures in the past 5 or 6 videos here, and in her career guides, have a look and you'll see. As for auto-rejected, it is likely your are applying for jobs that the cruise lines do not hire directly, rather you need to apply to the company contracted for those jobs, and/or apply through a recruitment agency for the nation of your citizenship and/or for the particular job you're seeking. Again Lucy explains these things in detail in her career guides and in other videos here. Wishing you good luck and fair winds!

[@AcerDyan]

Can you swop ipm with another worker or can someone Else cover you for ipm?

[@tomholland5580]

conditional contract, hey there, i think you have sort of answered this, so sorry for the repeat. signed a conditional contract to join a cruise ship 3 weeks agp. During the interview I was told I would commence working in April to roughly October. April is fast approaching and have emailed very politely ,3times,asking what the next steps are, with no response; is this normal?

[@DNELLEB]

Did you ever hear back and start your contract

[@jithendranagakumar204]

Tell me interview questions ma'am

[@loganhenifin2000]

Royal Caribbean says that I only need to be 18 to apply on their ships. I’ve planned for many months to apply when I turn 18, but I’m a bit worried now….

[@sailorspills3025]

yeah you can be only 18 to join royal and carnival... all the rest are 21 and over

[@sarah1490]

Your accent sounds very familiar but I cant quite place it... do you live in the north west?

[@josyms7849]

Lucy is in the Birmingham/Midlands part of the Uk

[@eltoncarvalho9456]

Is your accent from Manchester?

[@littlebigman6957]

What is a child care worker.????

[@josyms7849]

Looks after small children for a few hours so the parents can have a break

[@Erinkuchar]

They work in the kids club. They run activities.

[@suryansh2202]

Why you avoid my question

[@NorthernAnt]

Stunning lady

[@Hasanescobargaviria]

Are you kidding? What is 1000 dolar per month. I cant understand why young and talented people work in cruise jails for 1000 dolar per month! I understand people from undeveloped counturies but most people are from Europe and USA I think. 12 hours a day is like being a slave.

[@GYX2021]

That’s why you don’t see many crew from the US.

[@Hasanescobargaviria]

@@GYX2021 I don't know but even in turkey we get 900 USD per month approximately for 8 hours to 10 hours work. Why should I imprison myself in a ship then I will pretend I am having fun for a few hours if they let me see zoos or touristy places. It is not worth for it.

[@josyms7849]

But had a lot of free time off as the shops are closed whilst in port.

[@Hasanescobargaviria]

@@josyms7849 maybe you are right. But this job doesn't look like it will give you a future, no family, no marriage, limited to 6 moths contract. You just can survive 😅. I don't know maybe it is nice job to someone.

[@Hasanescobargaviria]

But I am praying for all workers all around the world, May Almighty make their life easier and make their dream come true and lead all of us to the right path. Because I reckon too much sin is committed in those ships, I feel like that I don't know , I guess too much adultery happens there. People lose their dignity and go far away from God day by day. I even saw a girl posted a note on social media '' I need an eggplant 🍆'' exactly like that. She was beginning for a penis desperately, that's very sad to see a young lady derogates and leave her honor and dignity like that. I never witnessed such thing in my life.