realities of living on a cruise ship… / day in the life on odyssey of the seas 🌊 🛳️

hi, I'm kristine!! I am currently a professional dancer/showgirl onboard Royal Caribbean's Odyssey of the Seas!
In today's video I take you along on a typical sea day in the life as a cruise ship dancer aboard the Odyssey of the Seas! I take you along while I do my laundry, go to conditioning and rehearsal, go to dinner at Playmakers, & watch the Book!
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[@xxeditingislifexx]

Maybe you’ve showed this in another video, but I’m curious to see/know what food options/places are for crew members. I assume they’re different at least slightly for crew vs guests.

[@momsurvival8147]

Love you talking about how you honestly feel about working on a cruise ship. It’s not negative it’s just honest and I think it’s important for someone trying to decide if they want to do this type of job to hear the up’s and downs not just all the beautiful travel photos. Loved seeing your day it was so cool. Most will never think about what goes on behind the scenes so thank you so much for giving us a look into your life. Last thing you talked a lot about your friends be talented but YOU are too. 🎉keep videos like these coming please 🙏

[@kristinekugler]

This is so sweet! Thank you so much, I’m glad you enjoyed the video!! ❤️

[@JoshuaTClark81]

Kristine, I totally get it, with the feelings of being "stuck" Spent many a month on a ship in the Navy, so I understand what shipboard life is like. Lots of love, a brother in Christ.

[@kristinekugler]

Glad you can relate, thanks for watching!

[@sillyjilly1855]

I loved hearing her perspective of how people paying to go on the cruise seems strange in the POV of an employee working on the ship. I can sort of relate, as I’m a retail worker and seeing people deliberately come into the store is kinda funny to me since many days I dread going there. For a cruise ship worker, I can see how this feeling would be even greater when you put into account that people are paying thousands of dollars to come to what is essentially your workplace. Completely different side of the spectrum, for sure… 😅 Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Kristine! 😊

[@kristinekugler]

yes exactly!! aw glad you enjoyed! 💖

[@sillyjilly1855]

@@kristinekugler Of course! Glad to hear from you and know that you read your comments, it means a lot :)) Also, a bit off topic but, if it’s okay with you of course, I’d love to see a video of the crew member only areas/decks aboard the ship? I’ve always been curious what it looks like on the lower decks. Just a suggestion for future a video!

[@jackiemarshall3711]

Kristina you just gained another subscriber because of how honest you were about working on a cruise ship for so many months at a time. I have cruised twice and I loved it but it was only for 7 days. Ya'll are "stuck " for how ever long your contract is for unless you get seriously sick or get fired. In respect to eating and relaxing as long as employees are respectful I don't see why ya'll can't eat and lounge with the guest during non busy times. And I believe that the mess and your lounge areas need to look just like the guest areas and have the same food.

[@kristinekugler]

That’s so kind, I’m glad you enjoyed my perspective!!

[@IndieCindy3]

This was cool to watch! Thanks for sharing a glimpse into your life with us like this. It’s so interesting to see what people do for work/how they live.

[@kristinekugler]

That is so sweet! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@darktheme1400]

I always enjoy your vlogs, they’re so uplifting your smile is infectious. I look forward to the next one.😊👍🏾

[@kristinekugler]

That’s so sweet! Thank you so much!

[@mariebrooks7341]

Your video is sooo cute. You're posting some relevant, interesting stuff Kristine. Love watching your content. Your channel should grow a lot because you are so relatable. Keep posting and enjoy the time on board.

[@kristinekugler]

That is so kind, thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@eatme0099]

Thank you for sharing! Definitely makes me more appreciative of the hard work crew members put into the entertainment of cruises!

[@kristinekugler]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lystramcburnie3297]

You were referring to the Messina Straight. That’s where you see mainland Italy on one side and Sicily on the other. Very interesting, cause Sicily is a part of Italy. Loved being able to see it.

[@Joy.Elizabeth]

Awesome video just subscribed. I love seeing what it's like working on a cruise ship and what made me subscribe was how you didn't just share the positives but also the negatives too. And how you took the negative and tried to look at it from a positive standpoint like how you were talking about how you get to be where people spend thousands to be. such a great outlook so thank you for sharing that! praying for safe travels! 💖🙏

[@kristinekugler]

Thank you for that! I definitely try to work on myself in that aspect because it could be so easy to be negative so I try to see the glass half full! Glad you enjoyed it! 💛

[@xeres14]

It's funny. The thoughts you share @ 5:35 I think myself when I'm at work in Manhattan. At lunch when I'm walking around I see many tourists and it's just funny that here these people are who traveled however far and paid however much money to get here and lodging and such and we just ended up at the same place at the same time. I'm there because it's my job and they choose to be there.

[@kristinekugler]

I’m glad you can relate, it’s such a weird feeling!! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@Barbielovespink]

Stumbled across your videos today. Loving your channel! You’re doing amazing!🫶🏻

[@jucsmiles5922]

Thanks for sharing your day with us and adding the date at the beginning. Enjoyed the video.

[@kristinekugler]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@jasondwyer7476]

Thanks Kristine i really enjoy your videos and seeing this side of cruising.

[@kristinekugler]

So glad!

[@FrogsWithTies34]

Your roommate recording your rehearsal was so fun!! She seems absolutely adorable and your friends/dance mates are an absolute riot omg❤️

[@kristinekugler]

Thank you so much!! I love them and they definitely add some good commentary to my videos :)

[@clarafreeman5859]

Miss you krusty can’t wait to see you August!💗

[@kristinekugler]

miss you clara!! 💓💓💓

[@blackorchid2261]

You're so talented! I found your lovely vlog yesterday. Thanks so much for sharing your life. 🍃🌿

[@kristinekugler]

Thanks so much! 😊 Glad you enjoyed!

[@KathleenArkes]

I worked for Princess many years ago in the youth center. You are very lucky as your crew accommodations are HUGE compared to what I had back then! Your videos are fun to watch in this new Era of cruising!

[@kristinekugler]

I love when ex crew members tell me about their experiences!! Thank you for following along!! ❤️

[@nunaa.5247]

The blackpink song is amazing for your dance I love it

[@jerryskeepero]

Strong Lady 👊 you go girl!

[@kristinekugler]

Thank you!!

[@Lesleycb71]

Watching you go through conditioning was quite interesting for me as I did gymnastics as a child and some of the things you did were what we had to do during what was called "tension training."

[@kristinekugler]

So cool!! I grew up loving gymnastics too but never pursued it as much as dance!!

[@mslollypop2298]

What an interesting and fun video. Keep up the great work.

[@kristinekugler]

Thank you! Will do!💛

[@geraldinemanurip]

Always love your vlogs!! Is The Book show is another version of The Silk Road show?

[@kristinekugler]

Thank you!! and yes! The Book has several numbers from Silk Road + some extra scenes :)

[@user-bc1bd5ig7b]

You make a good point regarding ppl willing to pay thousands for such an experience. Unfortunately most...well, many prefer being told what to do & when to do it > be given specific parameters so that they don't have to think too much > it really has become a problem...see apathy

[@fishyonhangon2567]

Yes Jesus loves you!!! You are blessed! Love you sister! See you in paridise!!

[@carine4318]

Wowza 😮

[@ngalahansel6066]

Wow, I am a Cameroonian and will be joining a Christian organization called Mercy Ships which is a hospital ship (not much fun like in your case haha). It was very nice to see you have a sticker on your laptop that says 'Jesus Loves You'! I was going through KZbin for videos that show what it's like living on a ship and your video has kind of helped me get a sense of what to expect on the 'Africa Mercy'

[@toothdoc8206]

I live in bangkok. My friends often joke about living where millions of people spend a lot of cash to visit for vacation.

[@kimmibres497]

Hello Kristine, I just discovered your channel and love your vlogs in particular because I was a shoppie with Royal Caribbean from 2004 to 2011 and its so interesting to see the differences from then to now. Thank you for sharing. I just have a question please I'm curious about.. do HR or Royal have particular guidelines for you or any crew members sharing crew areas or crew or ship information on social media? It was a big no no when I worked for them.

[@arianamathews7059]

ooh id love to know too!

[@cruisenuts2846]

very interesting

[@jbuehler00]

Had you done aerial work before this? I'm so intrigued and impressed!!!

[@kristinekugler]

I had veryyy little, had only taken a couple classes in silks. All my skills have come from doing aerial conditioning this contract! Thank you!!

[@SherryAnnOfTheWest]

I can't dance and I don't have any other marketable entertainment talents ... I hate to clean, I am a lousy waitress and the thought of working in the laundry doesn't appeal, I doubt I'd make a decent bartender (although I DO love to mix drinks ... for myself ... LOL) ... but I'd also LOVE to live on a cruise ship for months at a time!!! Even if I had work or a job to do --- You're right ----people do pay tons of cash to vacation where you live! Of course, the fact you have a lot of talent and ambition and a good work ethic makes it possible. Thanks for sharing your day.

[@kristinekugler]

That is so sweet!! I’m glad you enjoyed my video!! Thank you!!

[@alkruzins1168]

Very positive vibes Great smiles always Scrapbook super idea KK what software do you use U buy international SIM card? Which is best? Nice behind scenes stuff Team building from hotel director is brilliant Staff need it Well documented day Thanks

[@kristinekugler]

I use Final Cut Pro x and I use a Google Fi sim card :)

[@PrimaDina]

Do the guest bars/cafes also have iced coffee ???? :D Thats what I always miss when im on board on tui or aida

[@kristinekugler]

Guests have a Starbucks!

[@SweedleColaco-xu8mj]

Hi Kristen, Your video is so good. Whenever you feel lonely and low read the Bible. Jesus is with you all the time.❤❤❤

[@juliabrown2479]

This is so fun and interesting. Do you mostly hang out with other performers or do you have friends from other departments?

[@kristinekugler]

I have friends in different departments but the cast all lives/works together for so long that we definitely become a tight knit group :)

[@ariannareyher]

Hey!! First of all, so excited for your new contract! I’m in the process of auditioning for a role on Allure and was wondering about something: you mentioned that someone was new to your cast and you had to reblock. Did this new person join the ship/cast later than everyone else? Is that common? I thought everyone’s contract starts/ends at the same time. Any info would be great. I’m nervous/excited about this potential adventure for me :)

[@kristinekugler]

Thank you!! No it’s actually very rare! It’s usually if someone gets injured, they’ll bring in a replacement for our shows (normally someone who’s already done those shows before so it’s easy to place them in). It would be very rare for a new hire to be offered a replacement contract first! So the majority of the cast starts and ends at the same time! I hope it all works out, good luck!!

[@benji8287]

This is such a cute video! I was wondering, what editing software do you use to edit your videos?

[@kristinekugler]

Final Cut Pro X!

[@cynthiacyprus]

hihi! i love your videos, I've just recently started watching. I have a question, though, what do you use to edit your videos?? I tried to see just by pausing the video XD but I still couldn't figure it out! Thank you!

[@kristinekugler]

I use final cut pro x!

[@cynthiacyprus]

@@kristinekugler thank you so much!

[@kathrynschannel4422]

question, do your alarms work on the ship? how do you know when to get up especially with an inside room?

[@kristinekugler]

yes they do :)

[@DanielleHNewZealand]

Really enjoy watching your video. Did I hear a Kiwi/New Zealand accent in your dancing part of the video?

[@kristinekugler]

We have lots of Aussies in my cast!

[@estefyhidalgo]

How long are you staying for? Loved the video

[@kristinekugler]

my contract is 11 months, 9 months on the ship :)

[@maaikerooze8695]

Hi Kristine, are you not in the book as a dancer? Is that a different cast than the effectors and showgirl?😊

[@kristinekugler]

Yes! There’s a Theater cast and a 270 cast on board so they perform the Book and we perform Showgirl and Effectors! I love having 2 casts on board because we’re all friends and support at each others’ shows!

[@ash06101985]

why are there two different performance casts? we noticed this recently when we were on ovation; i would have thought there would be 'x' performers and you'd all do all the shows regardless of being in the theatre or two70

[@kristinekugler]

There is a 270 cast which does the show in that theater (usually more shows a cruise) and then the Theater cast performs the 2 production shows. It would be very exhausting if the same performers performed in all 3 shows!

[@eric0380]

The way Australians say the words know, no or go is so hard to pronounce and unique lol

[@ZeldasZebras]

What laundry bag do you use?

[@kristinekugler]

I like to have one with straps so I can carry it like a backpack, I bought this one at Walmart!!

[@jadzia1071]

So do you have to pay for the meals/drinks/snacks you get, or do crewmembers get complimentary meals? This might be a dumb question.

[@kristinekugler]

The crew mess is complimentary :) We only have to pay if it’s a specialty restaurant (like sushi, hibachi, italian)!

[@joel98z]

Great video, I love the real talk.. We cruise on RCI alot and I am fascinated about the crews like. Curious to know would you take a contact on the Icon?

[@kristinekugler]

Thank you!! Personally I wouldn’t only because I’m a dancer and they are mainly casting vocalists because Icon will have musical theater shows! But the ship looks amazing!!

[@joel98z]

@@kristinekugler Thanks for the reply and your perspective. Most crew members I ask that question to don't want to because of the craziness of being on a brand-new ship. I was on Explorer a few months ago and attended the Captain Corner I asked the same question and his answer was an adamant "NO" .. :)

[@CarliJeen]

What program do you use to edit your videos??

[@kristinekugler]

Final Cut Pro X :)

[@theworldoffunninez7467]

what editing app do you use?

[@kristinekugler]

Final Cut Pro X :)

[@umeshyadavkld22]

Nice video mam

[@crimony3054]

How much would I bring with me?

[@lancechaykin3878]

Avid cruiser here. This was a very interesting watch. Stay humble young lady.

[@kristinekugler]

Thank you!! 😊

[@lexisievert6428]

did i hear blackpink?

[@lexisievert6428]

yes i did. slay

[@sarinaconstantine5615]

Us musicians get the captains facts lol

[@frederick5253]

P r o m o s m

[@bigalsimmons1]

Why people pay 2k or more for a week you get paid 2k or more (depending on your job/department you work in)😂

[@richardnone5644]

please stop using all my makeup i need it more than you

[@stephenmaher2265]

Do y’all do that wild workout everyday? Hope there is a good dr on board for the clumsy folks like me😉

[@kristinekugler]

Once a week! Most of us still work out on our own in the gym as well :)