Q&A About Working On Cruise Ships. Working hours/ rules/ money/ friends etc

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Q&A About Working On Cruise Ships. Working hours/ rules/ money/ friends etc

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Күн бұрын

Hey sailors,
Today I am answering the questions that you asked me on Instagram about working on cruise ships. In this video, I have managed to answer 23 questions but there were a lot more so, please leave your question in the comments and I will answer it there or let me know in the comments if you would like me to do another Q&A video.
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@davidmendelson2110 Жыл бұрын

Hi Lucy, Your videos have been so helpful to me! I'm on my 3rd interview for an officer position as a training specialist with a well known cruise line and knowing what I'm getting myself into as well as hearing your point of view has really prepared me. If I'm successful and receive an offer I will certainly NOT be the youngest person onboard but knowing the job from a younger person's point of view will be a valuable asset as a crew trainer. Thank you for this channel!

@irenedavo3768 Жыл бұрын

Sounds fun!

@sheppiekays7395 Жыл бұрын

Hie David, congratulations on being shortlisted for the position of training specialist, please advise me on what courses to take in order to get such a position. I am currently employed as a teacher in South Africa and have worked as a Math Master trainer before. Thank you

@scottlewisparsons9551 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for another informative video. I am now in my seventies and am a quantity surveyor, so I will never be working as crew on a ship. However, my wife and I have done some cruises, the most recent being a river cruise in Europe last month. We have always been very mindful of how hard members of the crew work…and also just how the structured the levels of management are. We have enjoyed each cruise immensely and wish to thank cruise crews everywhere for their efforts to make cruising a great experience. Your efforts are appreciated. All the best from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

@FraserAtSea Жыл бұрын

Your story of how you got into cruising is fantastic - I love when people don’t even consider it, then it just appears!

@heidibreckenridge9131 Жыл бұрын

As an ex shopping I love to hear you talking about the new stuff more than the old stuff I already am familiar with. Thank you for yourime and effort.

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Thank you Heidi!

@josephsantos2113 Жыл бұрын

My wife and I are currently on Valiant Lady and have watched a lot of your videos to help us prepare for the cruise. I will say that your comment regarding the onboard coffee shop inspired us to bring instant coffee to offer to crew members as gifts and it seems to be a hit. Hopefully we will get the chance to see you before we disembark, but I imagine if you were onboard with us, we would have seen you already. Cheers! Also 10/10 would recommend Virgin Voyages.

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

So glad you're having a good time! Good idea bringing the coffee Joseph!

@GypsyWahine50 Жыл бұрын

OMG! As a fellow cruise ship worker- this would be an amazing gift!

@anadeealupu1458 4 ай бұрын

Headsup: you can also work on river cruises in Europe, including if you are from "non - western" countries of Europe, without a need for special visas, meaning if you are from eastern European countries such as Romania, there's cruises on the Danube...

@dennissmallin8742 Жыл бұрын

I could listen to you talk all day long. I love your accent.

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Thank you Dennis. 😊

@dennissmallin8742 Жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work. Because of your Chanel I have more respect for the Crew on the ships

@gabrielbernardes7682 Жыл бұрын

More Q&A videos !! I liked very much. Thanks for sharing!

@TheMrVauxhall Жыл бұрын

Excellent channel and content, thanks for that! Don't actually see the need for clickbaiting thumbnails ... you really do convince with insights and I hope that pays in terms of channel revenue.

@designdoctor247 Жыл бұрын

yes another q and a please 😀

@carlosdarioabadiano1993 Жыл бұрын

Awesome, I going to work in January 2023. Thank you for the mind condition topic. It is very important. Regards from 🇪🇨

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Thank you and good luck with everything!

@billieflowers1 Жыл бұрын

I love your energy. You are so so bright and smart!!! Thank you for making the videos!!!

@juniper617 Жыл бұрын

That’s so true about different accents. English is my first language and French is my second. I thought I was totally fluent in French until I went to Club Med and discovered that I couldn’t understand half of what the people from French-speaking Africa were saying. So that was a whole process I had to work on.

@mickmace4090 Жыл бұрын

Thanks that was very interesting. looking forward to the next Q&A blog. Keep the. coming

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Thank you Mick!

@MsTupperwarequeen Жыл бұрын

OMG your comments about friends really resonate with me. I’m not good with keeping in touch by phone/text, I don’t know why it just doesn’t do it for me, but when I meet up in person it’s always like we’ve never been apart! I hope all my friends know I’m there if the need me, but I’m not going to be calling/messaging all the time.

@MikeMiasuki-vy3xx Жыл бұрын

I really like your videos. They are very informative and entertaining. I am glad you are still cruising as crew. Please safe and take care of yourself.

@ParreChannel Жыл бұрын

I really love your videos! Thanks for all the info. I'm your fan!

@Hawkeye2001 Жыл бұрын

Loved this video. You've answered a lot of my questions. My dream retirement job: I am a Registered Nurse and have toyed with the idea of spending some time getting paid to travel.

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Yeah wonderful. VICKAND hire medical staff

@ynnaris Жыл бұрын

I'll be joining Virgin soon, as a Bar Server. I'll be more than happy to do an interview with u, if we got in the same ship hahaha. And again, thanks for the video Lucy 😊😊

@carldefoe4673 Жыл бұрын

Q.11 Everyone working aboard ship is very good at whatever it is they do. They are all professionals that have come highly recommended, or surpassed the competition to be there in the 1st place. There are no passengers on ships 😁. Lucy would be too modest to say that, of course😁.

@karinaym21 Жыл бұрын

Lucy, you should make a video talking about the thing the ship will provide you, like towels, how many pillows do you get, etc

@robmclaughlin420 Жыл бұрын

I bet that it would have been fun to do if it existed when i was in my twenties. Because it was not a thing, I went into the marines and did end up cruising to exotic ports of call all the same but a little different. Your videos are great, easy to listen to.

@brendanwhelton Жыл бұрын

Prettiest thumbnails on youtube, thanks!

@RaoulThomas007 Жыл бұрын

Note that Lucy does have a song about herself and diamonds. Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds! 💎

@ChelseaMeli Жыл бұрын

I have recently received my diploma in Recreation Therapy and have pondered on the idea of applying for the guest activities directing team. I am grateful to have com across your video!

@randellsamuel4097 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video, it encourages me to take the first step toward my dreams.

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Awsome. Yep, you can do it!

@robsarmiento2172 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for everything you share. You've helped a lot of new hires including me. I take this opportunity to ask you more information about IT jobs on board, There's almost nothing about this anywhere. Thank you again. Keep up the great work. God bless you everywhere you go.

@MAKstory Жыл бұрын

Your helpful content help me to get ready for my next interview. Thanks Lucy👍 keep going I love your contest a lot cuz it saved me

@shermarkefrancis6785 Жыл бұрын

Your videos are so amazing I'm at the medical stage now for royal Caribbean.

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Wonderful! That's awsome news. The medical is the easy bit. Good luck with everything! X

@shermarkefrancis6785 Жыл бұрын

@@CruisingAsCrew i have a question do you know if Royal Caribbean pay for your flight to the ship? Thanks so much.

@clairenamuwonge6011 Жыл бұрын

No they don't pay for your flight

@darkandlovelyt4429 Жыл бұрын

Would like know if disney pay for flights

@maurice491 Жыл бұрын

An outstanding video. Very informative and helpful. Thank you for all the hard work. Cheers

@loribarber4526 Жыл бұрын

On one of my cruises before the covid time I saw a hearing impaired person in the old time muster drill that was trying to be recognized….I know sign language and realized they were trying to speak out but weren’t being seen…I was rudely told to shut up because it was the muster drill …I was just trying to help the deaf person.

@billieflowers1 Жыл бұрын

??? What is your least favorite job on the ship?? What is your most favorite job ???? What do you do now????

@gregoryturner2366 Жыл бұрын

I have some questions 1, How you received mail? 2, What type of phone plan? Like your videos very informative

@ifthakermalik7917 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for helping with lots of information for new joining ones again thanks a lot

@marcioabyara Жыл бұрын

how not to love this woman

@Atem_S. Жыл бұрын

That thumbnail... Can already imagine Major Lazor on board... Wild night indeed!

@tiisetsochele Жыл бұрын

I’m watching from South Africa. I’ve been binge watching your videos for a week now. I really want to join VV! I applied for the company before I even watched your videos now I 100000% only want to work for VV. I’m not even going to apply for any other ship. I want this one and this one alone.

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

That's awsome. I wish you luck man!! Hopefully see you onboard

@josiesbizzaradventures7846 Жыл бұрын

i’m also from SA! i hope you get the job 🤍

@tiisetsochele Жыл бұрын

@@josiesbizzaradventures7846 they didn’t respond at all to my applications (I applied for multiple posts) and it’s been over a month. I’m so discouraged now 🥹

@WiredForFlight Жыл бұрын

A 2nd Q&A would be great!

@daniellabrowne2776 Жыл бұрын

Would absolutely love a part 2!!!

@aliciaflowers2100 Жыл бұрын

Some cruise lines do offer shorter contracts, the cruise line I work for offer seasonal contracts people join in busier seasons for very short periods of time so it doesn’t always have to be a career move especially for cruises with a youth club you don’t have to work many hours depending on the ship and management

@JeoRX Жыл бұрын

Hi lu! Thank you for your videos it's very very helpful. ☺️ Hope you R doing fine there. Lots of love from Philippines!

@rayjackson7421 Жыл бұрын

Great Video Lucy!

@kathrynhelm4176 Жыл бұрын

Hi Lucy, I just found one of your videos (9 hr cancellation😫) and then binge watched 6 videos. Love, love, love. I am a long time cruiser and I have always enjoyed getting to know the staff all around the ship as I tend to take longer cruises. I have a question I’d like to ask…I always tip my cabin steward the standard and add additional. I have a long cruise coming up in September but this time I thought I’d bring a gift for my steward as the “extra” thank you. What do you think of this idea (someone mentioned a SIM card with pre-paid data) and what would be appreciated? Thank you if you have time to answer. A senior traveler.🥰

@kittychatalot Жыл бұрын

More q and a's please.

@MiceDnP Жыл бұрын

Idk why but honestly.. for a non-english speaker at least, understanding people that are not from english speaking countries are often much more easier rather than interesting accents that aren't your regular American, Canadian, typical British ones that are a lot harder - Kiwi, ozzy, irish or scottish for example.

@dutchrice6668 Жыл бұрын

Beings you have worked on my cruise lines and your the only one doing this type of video...great job! Question: What type of theam cruise is the hardest/most challenging on the crew and or cruise line?

@therealunordinaryx9rapper721 Жыл бұрын

Just applied to virgin and Disney 🎉

@Ashanti12316 Жыл бұрын

Hey Lucy. Would you be able to do a video on what it’s like to be a photographer on a cruise ship? If you could do an interview with one?

@brunopsba Жыл бұрын

I have a friend at the Valiant! Look for Victor, he's a bartender. Tell him I asked you to interview him... Cheers!

@jclgts10 3 ай бұрын

Good advices. Thank you

@williamspain3860 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this interesting cruise info

@designdoctor247 Жыл бұрын

can u make a video about how ships get ready for a storm...like i heard they close the balaconies ...how do they do that? and what noises r normal...i mean if the ship started squeeking i might freek out IF i did not know those noises r normal.

@katherinerooney7896 Жыл бұрын

You are amazing and I really enjoy your honesty and straightforwardness.

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Thank you Katherine!

@timothyzorzi2897 Жыл бұрын

Q1: What cruise lines have you worked on? Q2 What line did you enjoy most and why? Q3 Which line has the greatest percent of experienced crew? twz

@bcy5414 7 ай бұрын

I love your honesty and candor in your videos! I've followed you on TikTok! #cruisingascrew

@tonybryer3449 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting video. Question: For those crew who get cash tips (possibly in a mix of currencies), what do they do with them? Hide them under the pillow or is there a crew bank?

@jons9721 Жыл бұрын

Do you find it strange that Virgin never really seems to push shopping compared to other cruise lines where it's constant promotions and selling? Virgin shops almost seem to exist just for browsing between shows and eating. I can't imagine the staff earn much commission there

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

I agree. It's a very different approach but that was actually their goal. They didn't want you to feel any pressure. I would say we ear just as much if not more comission because it's a more pleasant environment to buy in.

@carolesrepublic Жыл бұрын

Hi Lucy. I’m Carole from Nigeria. Love your videos

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Thank you Carole!

@elizabethtrejos285 Жыл бұрын

Hey Lucy! can you give us a update about of the new virgin ships coming up? and also about how are he interviews via linkedin? thanks for all your amazing videos and info.

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Hey Elizabeth. I can do that. Thanks for the suggestion! What are you applying for?

@natyruadez 4 ай бұрын

Good day, Can you help me about cruise jobs as a housekeeping please?

@christopherzokhuma9694 Жыл бұрын

I think there some mistakes regarding applying jobs, I'm from India and i apply through the company website.. Not necessarily you need to go to agent, it's up to you if you want your work done by agent you can apply from agency and if you'd like to do by yourself then you can apply from the company website. It's nothing related to where youre from I guess if I'm not mistaken..

@ywueeee 10 ай бұрын

you could do an interview without their name or showing their face anonymously and still get all of the juicy bits like a podcast, given they're anon you'll likely get more details and more views

@rivervisual7802 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the instant coffee gift for crew. How and when should I leave it for them?

@pallomaandrade5617 Жыл бұрын

Loved the video! Have you ever met a hearing impaired crew member? I have zero hearing in one ear and I am curious if I will be accepted.

@NathanR82 Жыл бұрын

I’ve just recently discovered your channel. Awesome stuff. What if you are on your contract and have a death in the family or a major family emergency, can you go home for that period?

@riversidemall4439 Жыл бұрын

Lucy thanks for sharing

@minolinushara1121 Жыл бұрын

Joining the Aida aura this week

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Woo amazing! That is super exciting!

@williamburns3211 6 ай бұрын

We Yankees don't have an accent. Yours is very cute though.

@RandallMorris222 Жыл бұрын

Lucy, I have a question. I have heard that VV encourages crew to have a social media presence. What form does that encouragement take? Are you given time, perks, financial compensation, or any other tangible benefit, or is it more just moral support?

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

There is no real benefit but they are just supportive if you do.

@loribarber4526 Жыл бұрын

Love that you said shoulders or midriff was more sexy…lololol

@danielcaceres3049 Жыл бұрын

Hey Lucy. Saying hi from Nicaragua. Hope you see this comment.

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Hi Dan. Thanks for watching!

@antoniocaesar4650 Жыл бұрын

Hi Lucy, really love your videos. Just have one question. From your observations, how demanding is a job in the engineering department? I'm certified as an electrician, hvac tech and plumber and have considered applying

@michaeldiller9606 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoy your content. Can you visit ship Doctor, and if yes is there a fee? Also, how does one receive prescription medication while aboard?

@acrophobe Жыл бұрын

part 2 please!

@didiermcginnis Жыл бұрын

Hi love the videos I'm planning on getting into this kinda work,quick question how you the ships payout,straight to your bank account or you get paid abroad the ship or whatsoever?, I'm just curious

@parthgoud Жыл бұрын

i m from india, love ur videos ❤️

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@stevewbolanz3539 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos. Is there a church in a cruise ship? Do people worship if there is not a church?

@sarahann530 Жыл бұрын

They have a church for every denomination on board 🙏

@stephanmatthewurbinamerren4876 Жыл бұрын

hope you see this all.the way from honduras

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Heeeey, Stephan!

@fatiboubide936 9 ай бұрын

Love your videos 🌹I was selected for interview for Luxury retail sales associate role ,do u have ideas about it please 🙏🏻 ?

@marieazrak1951 7 ай бұрын

Can a person who is epileptic work for Cruise

@billieflowers1 Жыл бұрын

How long are the musicians on board for????

@preciousemenike6309 Жыл бұрын

Hi Lucy please i will like you to interview a waiter

@adeshramcharitar3795 Жыл бұрын

Hello. I have been following you for some time. I do enjoy your videos and find them very informative. I am trying to join the cruise line industry over a year now but have been unsuccessful. I have no shipboard experience but I have over 3 years working experience. Can you take a look at my resume and tell me what I can do to improve it ? Will really appreciate the help.

@robertrp3757 10 ай бұрын

Love you

@Sammyjane72x Жыл бұрын

What happens if your a dual national when you work for the cruises.

@benperrotte6946 Жыл бұрын

How long does it take to get hired on Virgin Voyages? How’s the work to life ratio?

@loribarber4526 Жыл бұрын

Do they have full time handicap like hearing impaired or visually impaired workers to help the sailors?

@dreamercraftcorner Жыл бұрын

What is the oldest person u seen working on cruise ship. What the average age😊

@caroladams7249 Жыл бұрын

I don’t drink alcohol, is it ok for a person to buy a case of Say, Coke & keep it in your room??

@stargazer7644 Жыл бұрын

I think you're technically not supposed to, but on Royal Caribbean I've hand carried a box of cokes on board with me, and had no problems. I do also buy the soft drink package though, so that might make a difference too (they're not losing any money on me). I bring the cans because it's more convenient to keep them in my room than to run to the other end of the ship to constantly refill my cup in the freestyle machine. They will confiscate alcohol if they find it though. I've also packed boxes of cokes in my checked luggage, but have had the cans break open - the luggage is handled very roughly.

@smokie4848 Жыл бұрын

i cant recall what they call crossing the equator or the date line do they do that on course ships i know they do on cargo ships just not sure whats it called good vids is there a age limit also

@LAAM619 10 ай бұрын

The shops are open 10-11 and your there that whole time?

@trucker_rob Жыл бұрын

Was it me or did she skip the part how much she makes or how much in general the cruise pays salary?

@anyone4269 Жыл бұрын

What is a lou roll?

@sheppiekays7395 Жыл бұрын

Hie Lucy, I am qualified Zimbabwean teacher currently teaching in South Africa. I am in a senior management position but I believe that it's time for a new adventure after 19 years in the teaching field. I need your advice on what I can do, what sort of positions can I apply for in the Cruise ship?

@l.a.f.8555 Жыл бұрын

Do you know of anyone that after been working on a ship for a month or less wanted to leave? And if so what happens? Does this person have to pay his/her way back home? Is he/she obligated to stay till the end of the contract? Greatings from Bcna☺

@CruisingAsCrew Жыл бұрын

Hey, great question! I Will do a video on this but yes, if you decided to go home you would have to pay for your flight back home.

@l.a.f.8555 Жыл бұрын

@@CruisingAsCrew Thank you for answering. Is just that I find cruises contracts way to long..Maybe if would be 1 or 2 months contracts I would apply🙂Love your videos!!!!!

@lennyj3300 2 ай бұрын

Mmm i love me some Lucy ❤

@mikedonahue6582 Жыл бұрын

I dont see many Americans working on ships. Are there any?

@bjm0120 Жыл бұрын

Do you know any diabetics working on a ship?(mainly thinking type 1 as that’s what I have)

@andrewjackson9417 Жыл бұрын

Don't you think British people can understand very thick accents better than most? Look at the US and yeah there's south and New England, but the differences are in degrees. Go to the UK, you've go hundred of different accents and they often use different slang. F'rinstance most of my family is in Leeds, my Grandma's best friend was from Ireland then moved to Leeds when she was a young girl. I mean you might well hear the word fizzog, or the term got the monk on. I know I can understand almost anyone speaking English regardless of their accent. I was born and raised in Loughborough.

@philiprice7875 Жыл бұрын

you can tell the difference between east and west Belfast accents so even 300 yards never mind 30 miles

@andrewjackson9417 Жыл бұрын

@@philiprice7875 That's awesome! I'll bet you understand all accents.