Things I wish I knew Before Working For DISNEY CRUISE LINE

[@whiskeybravo9232]

Awesome vid! We love DCL so much and it’s because of cast members like you that make it one of the best experiences in the cruise industry!

[@xamy92x]

Fellow Brit joining the Disney Dream as a YAC in March and I just wanted to thank you for all your videos. They’ve been a godsend and really helped me prepare for my upcoming contract!

[@ashbull]

I hope they have given you some insight on what to expect. Obviously things change and develop so take what I have said with the expectation it might be slightly different when you get on. Congrats on being hired and enjoy it !!!

[@sallyanngarner223]

If one good thing has come from my contract being delayed with DCL it's the fact that I can watch videos like these to prepare myself a bit better! I spend weeks trying to find my white trainers to bring thinking there could be no markings at all but those Nike ones look great.

[@ashbull]

Shoes can be slightly stressful to find if you don’t know exactly what’s acceptable but any white ones full leather are good like those Nike. You can get reebok and the little uk flag on the side is ok. Alternatively they do sell shoes on the ship for like $30 and they are pretty good. They are comfy and work well although trying to get them can be time consuming as they might not have a size onboard you need.

[@rachelwilliams7831]

I accepted my offer this morning. Joining The Magic in June as YAC. Thank you so much for these videos really have helped me.

[@ashbull]

Congratulations with being hired!! Good luck on your contract and I hope you have an amazing time.

[@johanncross]

HAHSAHSAHASDHASHASHASHSAH THE MONEY PART GOT ME BY SURPRISE hooooly I felt that ahahahah Hugs from a crew member of Costa Cruises, and hugs from Brazil!

[@stephaniebollard2396]

Great video, covered a couple big ticket items I was trying to wrap my head around. Very helpful!

[@ashbull]

I’m glad you found it helpful. There can be a lot of stuff to think about and I tried to think of things I know I wanted to know about. If you have any other questions or anything you can think of that you want to know, give me a message and I can get back to you.

[@dcldan2521]

Thanks for all your service on the Disney Dream Good luck to you while we all wait for sailings to begain again. Much appreciated your Corona cruise videos. Just in case you did not hear the Dream set sail from PC yesterday for Brest France to join the Fantasy.

[@ashbull]

Thank you for watching I am glad you enjoyed the videos. I didnt know it was on its way to Brest so thank you for letting me know.

[@ceeespee2204]

As a sailor, you saying you're sailing is deeply offensive.

[@febypramanaputra7640]

Woow,, That's sounds great bro.. 👍 Thanks for all those information 🙏 👍

[@bec9696]

Nosey person here hoping you will just tell it like it is. I'm an Australian booked for the Wonder when it comes here next year. Tipping isn't the norm for us, like yourself in the UK. What's expected? I believe wait and stateroom staff get the tips. What about all the other crew? Especially those entertaining all those kiddies? Or do we tip those as we go? I've watched a few videos of people saying tip $1 here, tip $1 there, but nobody has mentioned the kids club's crew. And is $1 each time enough? In Australia it will be a coin🤣

[@ashbull]

So on the cruise guests are charged daily for a service fee which is for tips. These usually go divided for crew you won’t see but for the cruises over your side of the world next year you will have the option to opt out of this. For the kids club, that position doesn’t accept tips so if you give money to a youth activities counsellor they have to hand that in to the managers and it goes into a pot which the department uses to buy things for the whole department. If you want you can always bring sweets and chocolate and your kids can give them to their favourite staff member in the kids club, that’s more effective. It’s suggested you tip at least at the end of your cruise for your server at dinner( it’s the same person who serves you all cruise) and house Keeper. But it’s all down to you and what you think.

[@bec9696]

Thanks@@ashbull I really appreciate the reply - you have covered everything absolutely 🥰 Chocolates it will be! Again, thanks and keep enjoying what you're doing. It looks like so much fun

[@PeaceLovver]

Thankyou for the Shoe Idea...

[@aaronpiper731]

Bout to leave for my fist contract tomorrow super excited

[@ashbull]

Good luck, have a great time !!!

[@thebest545]

How did it go?

[@AllTheBestVideos]

Did you have to pay for internet?

[@tahoe9813]

Love your videos! Will you go back when they sail again?

[@ashbull]

Cheers mate, I can't say for certain as i don't know when they will go back to sailing, a lot can happen or not happen and like many crew new employment will have to be taken and then we will have to decide later.

[@ericmanders2661]

I would love to see a video explaining the "privileges". What levels have access to what perks?

[@ashbull]

I will add it to my list although even for me perks confuse me as it always depends on the managers of your department and other departments on whether you can actually use that perk or not. Its very fluid and I am often confused by it all.

[@AllTheBestVideos]

Having to pay for internet is crazy

[@jake_benjamin]

Could you do a video comparing your time at ymca camps vs Disney cruise line? I’m going from ymca camps to Disney cruise line in the near future and would love to see something like that! Cheers

[@ashbull]

Yeah I can look at making a video like that which looks at working at both places.

[@jake_benjamin]

Ash Bull that’d be awesome man, appreciate it✊️

[@Rachel0400]

I'm here because I came across an advertisement on a job board for waiting staff for DCL but it requires having 1 year previous professional experience as a waiter/waitress. I came to this video to see if it was worth it going getting that professional experience and applying in a years time if they were still looking for people but I don't think it is with the internet etc. Oh well time to keep looking

[@ashbull]

The internet onboard is constantly changing and more is being offered to the crew. Don't let it put you off its a great experience and a lot of fun at times.

[@submarineattack]

As a Canadian I am looking forward to these cheaper data rates lol.

[@sophiewallace3256]

Hahah that money montage 😂😂

[@ashbull]

Love me a money montage haha

[@shalimartomada8902]

Great video! Had fun while watching it 😄 Is it hard for Asians to apply at DCL? How do you apply at DCL and What tips can you give to have a bigger chance of being hired? It would be a dream come true working there as a photographer, dude 🤧❤️

[@danielphillips7195]

Dope vid Ash👍🏽 Question: Did Google Fi work for you in the ship (cabin) at all? Or only on land/ in port? I heard you say you uploaded videos while onboard, and if you did this at sea with Google Fi then color me impressed; I’m signing up TOMORROW 😳

[@ashbull]

You won't get any phone signal in the ship in crew areas/cabins. You'll be able to use the crew internet where you get access to WhatsApp and iMessage and some messaging services free. I got service with google fi on the top deck from the ship's mast and it didn't cost me any extra whereas using a normal phone and service is very expensive when it connects to the ship's satellite

[@danielphillips7195]

@@ashbull Ah, amazing. Definitely making the switch. Thank you Ash!

[@darkandlovelyt4429]

I'm joining u guys soon🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@davidfernandez5055]

Thank you for this Video Ash! I still have some questions about how I will get paid. But what worries me the most is the SHOES subject. Hahaha. So you say that Air Force are correct? I will be working as a steward, should I bring those or will I be asked a different kind? Thanks in advance.

[@ashbull]

So the shoes I wear will be different to your shoes in your department. They will hopefully give you more information about that and I think they give you shoes for your role.

[@davidfernandez5055]

@@ashbullThank you so much for your reply! :)

[@funandfun9516]

Thank you so much!!!

[@travelwiththetwins_kari]

Can you guys have your laptops in your room and do you have internet on that...if so is it free or do you pay And do you think you will go back to work on the ships when they sail again..if so do you know which ship you you would be on?

[@ashbull]

You can have laptops and you can connect to the internet but you have to pay for the Wifi.

[@lukeh350]

hi mate, so just curious do you get any time to leave the ship and explore the islands? or do you just stay on the ship for the entire time? thanks.

[@ashbull]

You can get off and explore. It just depends on your schedule but usually most people can explore. Sometimes you might not be able to get off one day but on another you can.

[@silvanadossantos475]

This is very useful. Thank you so much. Just one question, are there cruises sailing from Europe?

[@ashbull]

Yes there are. The Disney Magic spends the summer months in Europe doing the Mediterranean and then up to Northern Europe. After that it comes back to the us for the winter months.

[@silvanadossantos475]

@@ashbull thanks for your answer. I am dealing with all the papers papers now, medical test and so on. I hope to be ready by november...so I am just wondering what my itinerary would be.

[@Globalskimmachine]

Ridiculous, cant get how companies are still getting away with treating people like this. Probably has to do with people being focused on divisive issues instead of realizing the companies don't care about you no matter what you "are"

[@nadinegronous9664]

I was on the Spring 2020 CEP and the day we had to leave housing was the day the people from my course were going to have a talk with recruiters about moving on to DCL after our program. I hope one day I’ll get the opportunity to try for the cruise line

[@ashbull]

Good luck i hope you get the chance as well

[@Trinionahship]

Hi I have an interview in august what shpuld I expect

[@denco.outdoorsman1821]

What’s the best way to apply for a job on Disney? It seems like that process can be quite overwhelming and am curious if there’s a way that’s better. Thanks

[@ashbull]

It can be a very long process and there isn't really a best way other than know and understand it can take a while. Its all about patience

[@hoboonwheels]

How can they NOT give crew free wifi???????? That absolutely does not make any sense.

[@vidkris1535]

Are you allowed to choose which age group you work with on your first cruise and there after? like I don't really like working with young kids the 3-11? Year olds, I'm more used to edge and vibe age groups the tweens and teens.

[@TravelingStageManager]

I love that Tshirt!!!! Where can I find one??

[@ashbull]

I got that on the Disney Dream. It's a nice shirt. they have similar ones from the parks but not sure if you can buy the cruise line version on land.

[@rosariopone8987]

So let me get this straight about the WiFi topic I had the interview with the recruiter for Disney Cruise line and she sad the WiFi is included and always available for me But just right now I saw your video and you sad the WiFi isn’t not included and I have to pay 10$ for just 250mb ? If you can answer it would be very helpful pleaseeee

[@ashbull]

So internet on the ship does cost money, prices are always subject to change but it’s around that price range. Now disney might currently be giving limited free internet for crew. The last time I was on there we were getting 250mb free a week but that was just as a special thing. They might not continue with that by the time you get on there. I can’t speak on what it will be. You will always have free WhatsApp and iMessage so you’ll have the ability to communicate and message family and friends back home.

[@bro-hk5xz]

i have a few questions can you please answer... do you have to pay to use snapchat? are you sometimes paired up with the other gender to live with in a cabin? are the foods that staff are given as nice as the ones for guest??? do you get sick alot?

[@ashbull]

To use Snapchat you'd have to use an internet package it's not something you can freely use all the time like WhatsApp. You will not be paired up with someone from the other gender. The only time this can happen is if you are married. The food is ok, it gets very repetitive. It's not guest food so its not as nice or fancy but it keeps you alive :)

[@Taylongbrake]

Nice shirt, sir. Where’d you get it? ;)

[@ashbull]

I hand stiched it myself.

[@lilianacadete3921]

hi!! i just receive the email for the interview for assistant dinning but i'm pretty scared cause there aint no videos like this talking about it xD

[@ashbull]

First up congrats on getting an interview!!! Don't be scared just sell yourself and talk about what you know and your experience. Think about times you gave good service and other examples they might ask for. you can do it, Good luck and let me know how you get on!!!!

[@alenallaw]

Same lol

[@CazyMetalhead]

Hey, joining on septemebr. How much is it as of today? Still same price? anc can you make a crew gym video?

[@user-dr2jr6du8t]

Thanks bro

[@menelikmason7683]

So if i got a game in my room,is the wifi slow as well?

[@glen_is6445]

Hi Ash! Your videos are extremely helpful for us anticipating our first time working on DCL. I do have a few questions: 1. How big/many bags/luggage are recommended for first timers? because I wouldn't want to over-pack and at the same time, under-pack as well. 2. Which part of the ship are cabins for crew usually located? 3. Do we pay to do laundry like those DIY laundry shops or is it totally free of use? 4. Are there any dedicated spaces for people who are religiously active say Chapels for Christians, prayer rooms for Muslims, etc.? 5. How may break times are normally allotted for the crew given that work hours are definitely longer than the usual? I hope this isn't a lot and that I hear from you soon. Don't get tired of filming! Your videos are really informative. Stay safe

[@ashbull]

First off congrats on being hired and thank you for wathcing the videos i am glad they are helping. Ill try and answer the best I can below: 1: So depending on where you are coming from. If Disney book you a flight with two allocaetd baggage alloweance i say bring two bags. I always did. I always brought a suitcase and a duffle bag. But 1 bag is also enough. You have to remember about space in the cabins. Two large hard suitcases will be difficult to store and can make living in a a cabin misrable especially if your roommate has large cases as well. 2. The crew cabins are varied and are not in one particular part of the ship. They could be forward,Aft or in the middle but they will all be on the lower decks pretty much under the water line. 3.Laundry is free. They have washing machines and dryers and also provide washing powder. Your crew uniform will be washed by the crew luandry but your own personal clothes will be washed by you in the free machines. You can always buy your own detergent as well if you prefer a softer wash or a different smell. 4.There are some and they often have rooms that get booked for those reasons. worship groups or indiviual worship is catered for on the ship so if you need time and a private place you'll have options. 5. This one varies by department. There are strict maritime labour laws that govern how many breaks we have in a 24 hour period. I can't really advise on breaks as each department runs differently but youll have your break to sleep/socials and then you'll have your meal breaks. Its a tiring place to work and it is long hours. Thank you for your kind words. Good luck with everything and if you have more questins let me know. Ash

[@sseccoondd01]

Hello Ash, i have a question, i am starting to work at DCL in a short time, i see wirecard got sued for fraud, do you know if they change the payment method?

[@ashbull]

So that wirecard was a different company to the wirecard company that was used for payment. They were a smaller company owned but run separately from Wirecard who had the issues. The company has changed its name to make sure people know they are different so it’s now called northlane who provide the payment options for crew. Do not worry about there being security issues with your payment method. I’ve never had any issues.

[@ilanamilberg6617]

Odd question, you mentioned that Facebook messenger works but not for videos. Do gifs work on Facebook messenger to send and receive those messages? 😄

[@ashbull]

I’ll be honest with you I don’t know. I can’t remember if I had been or if I sent any. That is a random question haha I assume you mainly communicate through gifs then

[@ilanamilberg6617]

@@ashbull Yes, I use a lot of gifs lol they're so fun 😂

[@saurabhahuja7129]

Any idea how much Waiter get paid onboard Disney cruise line?

[@ashbull]

I do not know the figures for that. I believe they get paid a set wage but then their role includes tips so it could vary but I think they get paid included the tips a very good amount.

[@aldiwalttv8068]

I hope i can join with DCL as soon as possible i do the interview on september/28/2021 godbless 😊😁🙏💎

[@ashbull]

Good luck with you interview, I hope it went well!!!

[@aldiwalttv8068]

@@ashbull thangkyou i pass the interview already currently i'm accepted from this company to start my journey thanks god🙏😁💎

[@ashbull]

Congratulations 🎉 well done.

[@90cadejan]

Which position?

[@rikeshgoli4198]

I am Indian I completed 1 interview How much time take to client interview

[@ashtarmelendez8003]

Hi Ash! Do the cast members have access to the gym?

[@ashbull]

There is a special crew gym that crew members can use on board. This is in a private crew only area. They usually open for nearly 24 hours a day they only close for A few hours for cleaning. Some crew depending on privileges will have access to the guest gym.

[@ashtarmelendez8003]

@@ashbull thank you immensely for this. I’ve been asking around and researching with no luck. ❤️

[@michaelmadrid6046]

I have a question, so working for DISNEY CRUIS LINE IS IT GOOD PLACE TO WORK or no

[@ashbull]

Yeah, it's a good place. It's hard work with long hours but overall Its good.

[@sofialo6755]

Hi! Would my mail app work better than using whatsapp to communicate with my relatives? or is it about the same speed?

[@behindbarsbali4542]

Great video, give me a lot information abt dcl. Is Couple ID allow for the crew who didn't married yet?

[@ashbull]

hellooo., Im glad you like the videos. When you say couple ID do you mean in as in IDs for Disney Discounts and park entrence or for the ship? or do you mean crew members who are couples on the ship and living with each other? sorry if i am mis understanding.

[@emiliacrespin3419]

Hello ash I have a question.when you have to do the wet drill pst training Do you have to float for a minute..? I can not do yet

[@ashbull]

If i remember correctly you will be wearing a lifevest for wet drill so don't worry too much about your swimming.

[@Frostydog-zp2xv]

So I have one question how does payment work for DCL do you only get paid per contract or is it a yearly wage

[@ashbull]

So you get paid every two weeks based on your contracted wage. When you go on vacation you do not get paid but Disney pay you a small bonus which gets paid to you before you debark the ship and then you get paid again when you rejoin the ship.

[@ashbull]

to add: For Americans, payments can be made into a bank but for internationals they are paid on a special prepaid card which can then be transfered to your home countrys bank or you can spend your money straight off of that card.

[@Frostydog-zp2xv]

@@ashbull thanks!

[@charleeirving5901]

Hi! I’m just wondering how you signed up for Google FI living in the UK😅 it won’t let me, I’m not sure if I’m on the wrong site 😬

[@ashbull]

So I ordered mine while in the USA when I got to the ship. You have a ship mailing address. Then you can put it in your phone and it needs to connect in the US first before working anywhere.

[@charleeirving5901]

@@ashbull lovely, thank you!

[@ThePhenomenal1x]

Hey I just got hired as a general technician can you tell me how life is for them?

[@ashbull]

Congrats on being hired thats awesome !!! They have a pretty good life on board. I think they have a varied work load for them that keeps them busy and somtimes they work late as well but on the whole i think they have a good job. Good perks as well.

[@roxannenuttell2271]

Anyone a assistant waiter for Disney?

[@joycealmeida6526]

Since we can use the WhatsApp for free, is it possible make video calls or only text messages?

[@ashbull]

So it's only for messages

[@santiagogarriz9581]

How many contract for the 1st timer crew or new hire housekeeping custodial

[@rikeshgoli4198]

January 17 i completed 1 interview how long does it take to client interview

[@ashbull]

All process are different and depending on the country you are coming from. Just be patient and if you have anything you need to do get that done as soon as you can. Good luck

[@katlynnbos1790]

Do you know what its like to work as a chara ter on the ships?

[@Xxfen1xphyrexX]

DO the security cast members have the same size rooms?

[@ashbull]

I belive so, I beleive they are still 2 people per cabin but they could be 3 but I can't be sure.

[@Xxfen1xphyrexX]

@@ashbull oh screw that then lol

[@andrewabel9913]

BTW the wire card doesn't work in every country like South Africa

[@ashbull]

Really? I did not know that, thank you, that is good info

[@pooransingh2604]

How much pay for galley department commi level??🤔

[@ashbull]

Hello, I'll be honest I do not k now what the pay scale is for the the galley deparment, sorry.

[@pratikbhandirge8818]

Do you get free internet on ship for crews?

[@ashbull]

No there is no free internet for anyone crew just also purchase internet.

[@justmyopinion8531]

Hi sir...do they allow crew to use cp while in the hallway?

[@ashbull]

What Is cp?

[@rosariorusselferrao689]

Is the crew laundry is free

[@ashbull]

Yes, it is you have free access to laundry. The ship also has free laundry detergent if you want to use theirs. It is in big tubs right with the washing machines. You can also buy your own if you have a certain brand you like. Your costume(uniform) is washed by the laundry department but you have to wash your own clothes.

[@pattyyetty3496]

Sir how did you get to order the google fi sim?

[@ashbull]

I ordered it from the Google fi website and had it delivered to the ship.

[@woodsman9427]

how do you apply to disney cruise line it my first time applying

[@ashbull]

You can apply via the Disney cruise website and I believe they use agencies depending on what country you come from.

[@user-dt8hh9ni4r]

Is the wifi slow

[@ashbull]

Yeah it can be as we are at sea and lots of people use it. For example I replied to your comment two weeks ago and it only just arrived now, very slow.

[@ceeespee2204]

Sorry you've used your entire pay check calling your family. Go back and check the kidnapped children chained up in the bilge.