WORKING ON A CRUISE SHIP | DECK DEPARTMENT | SAILING THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS

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After having a pretty crappy summer, decided to take a little working vacation. One of the best trips I've ever taken!
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@kakafoni 7 ай бұрын

What a fantastic storyteller you are. You could be working in a pitch black coal mine and still make fascinating content. Good luck on your next adventure!

@thatoneguy6725 7 ай бұрын

Now he's gonna go work in a dang cole mine lol this guy just doesn't stop

@thatoneguy6725 7 ай бұрын

Coal**

@justicejohnson1155 7 ай бұрын

Noo!! Sir you better let the woman and children go first 😂

@tomc.7520 7 ай бұрын

I've worked in a pitch black coal mine, trust me, this job looked a thousand times better.

@rdelrosso1973 7 ай бұрын

But in a Coal Mine, they have no dancers and no Restaurants!

@joeysheremeta4771 7 ай бұрын

I love all of your videos but this one hits different for me. I was a resident of Kauai and watched this ship come and go in and out of Nawiliwili so many times but have never stepped foot on it. You are a hell of a story teller and filmmaker. Thanks for sharing!

@Ms.Opinionated 7 ай бұрын

Some of best food I have ever had was in Kauai.

@bfhjjvfjkngg 5 ай бұрын

Same I lived in Kona for a few years saw this ship every Wednesday 5am on my way to work even had a few friends worked on it but never stepped foot on it thanks for the upload Joe

@mickfeagan4658 3 ай бұрын

Agree from Big Island. I had no clue lol 😂

@stephenwalton8507 3 ай бұрын

I took a cruise on the Pride in 2007. It's a good way to scope out the islands and decide which one to spend a few weeks on.

@SSAVAGEEE 18 күн бұрын

Yessah🤙🏼 just went down to Nāwiliwili yesterday and the ship was in!

@gregstamoulis6387 17 күн бұрын

Back in 2006 I worked for an airport maintenance company out of NY. My employer won a contract to provide maintenance at Hawaiian airports. By chance I was selected to go to Kauai. I was in my early twenties, single, and all I heard was that Kauai was for the "newlyweds, or nearly dead's"!!! Kauai turned out to be one of the most incredible experiences of my life. Kauai brought me a moment of calm I never knew possible growing up in Queens, NYC!!!! All the best to you my friend!!! Safe travels!

@Classicrocker6119 5 ай бұрын

I believe that this excellent video from Joe has done more for the cruise line industry than any Love Boat episode ever did. Joe not only is a great storyteller but was able to show how the crew members are really great people!

@WooWoo-co4jf 3 ай бұрын

Was the ship called Santa Barbara? I'm in the UK but as a child it was on tv midweek afternoons while I was at school, but a younger cousin, who was home with his mum used to call it Auntie Barbara :)

@jast3053 3 ай бұрын

Probably not. 😂😂get on it and find out lmao. RUNNNNNNNNNNN

@jeff7764 24 күн бұрын

No it hasn’t lol

@plthirty2 7 ай бұрын

The transition from above deck to below might have been the greatest shot yet.

@donaldwoodmancy1379 5 ай бұрын

I lived in Hawaii for 3 years in the late 1960's (I'm an old dude) and when we left, our Hawaiian friends and neighbors gave us an Hawaiian farewell at the airport. Your shipmate's farewell brought tears to my eyes and I don't cry for much. Like many others of your viewers, I am in awe of your story telling and editing skills.

@gabriellafox7948 3 ай бұрын

I could understand how that would pull at your heartstrings❤

@MsTruthSeekr1 3 ай бұрын

I, too, lived in Hawaii in the late 60s for 3 years. I'm 68 now. Hawaii has always felt like home to me. I returned in 94 and worked on the SS Constitution and SS Independence until March 2000. I dearly miss the Islands and its' People.

@vickikenton5439 2 ай бұрын

I was on Pride of America last week. It was a lovely experience and I am aware that the crew works so hard to make the passengers/guests have an amazing experience. We appreciate you! My family visited Lahaina and spoke with locals, and blessed them directly. My wish is that the island land is returned to locals, and that the state helps locals rebuild. 🙏

@HoneyKrisp69 14 күн бұрын

I worked on the ship last summer, I live on Kauai. Glad to hear you enjoyed it. I worked housekeeping/janitorial, 9am-9pm 7 days a week

@troyrockwell7744 6 күн бұрын

How much of the land?

@vickikenton5439 6 күн бұрын

@@troyrockwell7744 all of the land should be returned to the people of Hawaii.

@MsTruthSeekr1 3 ай бұрын

Hi Joe. I thoroughly enjoyed this video, which I stumbled onto tonight. I spent 3 years in Hawaii in the late 60s when my father was stationed there with the Navy. I absolutely fell in love with the Islands and her People. And so I returned in 94 to work on the SS Constitution and a month later, the SS Independence until March 2000. I worked as a cocktail waitress, then an Assistant Jr Purser, and for the last 3 years, in the Gift Shops. It was a dream come true. Watching your story brought back so many wonderful memories. I was fortunate to have enjoyed many shore excursions.... helicopter rides horseback riding, snorkeling, kayaking, bicycling down Haleakala, and riding in a bi-plane. Our itinerary was quite different than yours. We were able to sail past the lava flowing into the ocean on Thursday night as we sailed from Hilo to Kona. Absolutely breathtaking. I'm so glad you enjoyed your time with your Pride of America Ohana and that you shared those experiences with your viewers. Safe travels to you!

@GreameCumming 12 күн бұрын

😊pl if on NN😊 pl😢 kit 😮p

@whodat90 7 ай бұрын

I appreciate how you always make the video about the people you're with as much as the job you do. Thank you.

@JoeFranta 7 ай бұрын

The crew I worked with were the best part of the whole trip!

@lynnmonkres6451 7 ай бұрын

Thanks. We just returned from Hawaii after two weeks. We didn’t cruise but we did stay in Waikiki, Hilo, and Kona. I know what you mean about not wanting to leave!

@mikejones3rfs 6 ай бұрын

@@JoeFrantafuck the maritime industry.

@rudycarlson8245 28 күн бұрын

@@JoeFranta have you been on the Arthur M Anderson?

@pawpawmike7372 3 ай бұрын

Your story telling skills continue to get better with every video,my brother. You have a way of putting us all on board with you. Thank you from a person who will never get to have these experiences for sharing this with us. Safe travels.

@mlgauss60435 7 ай бұрын

This is something I wanted SO much to do with my life! When I was maybe 14 or 15, I bought a book about jobs on cruise ships. I studied that book so much that the pages were well worn. But, unfortunately, life had other plans for me. So, here I am, almost 70 years young, and I've yet to step foot on a ship. *sigh* Thank you for sharing your wonderful journey. It made my day/life. ❤ Mahalo

@tavius88 5 ай бұрын

Man I hope you go on one one day soon

@mlgauss60435 5 ай бұрын

@tavius88 is not going to happen. If you are young, do what you want now! Do not wait till it's too late, like me.

@tavius88 5 ай бұрын

@@mlgauss60435 I am only 34, I will do so, thank you

@TheOriginalMarimoChan 4 ай бұрын

@@mlgauss60435 What?? 70 is not old!! You can still go on a cruise and enjoy yourself! 😊

@APlateauQ 3 ай бұрын

Cruise ships employ people over 60+... Tons of jobs for people your age..just like Flight attendants also..

@nomanaleft8124 7 ай бұрын

I don't think I could go back to doing cargo ships after this. Great video as always, but this one, I think, is my favorite so far.

@roythousand13 7 ай бұрын

For real! Our boy Joe just got spoiled working on this ship!

@ramosteddy0687 7 күн бұрын

This is one of the U.S lowest maritime paying contracts every mariner should do at least once but the pay cut is almost half

@stuffnva 7 ай бұрын

Thanks, Joe, for posting this. We are Platinum NCL cruisers and have considered doing the HI circuit. We've seen the behind the scenes on other ships but appreciate your insight even more. You have shown us much more that the brochures possibly could have. We'll probably book in the near future.

@JoeFranta 7 ай бұрын

Awesome. The HI circuit never got old. So beautiful.

@johnhoye6584 7 ай бұрын

The only cruise I have been on. Very awesome. There were some ugly American tourists. Most passengers were great though. Every islander I talked was incredibly friendly.

@joedzny 7 ай бұрын

OMG you absolutely need this in your life...W went earlier this year and it was worth every second.

@howieGI 6 ай бұрын

Do it. As an Aussie family, we enjoyed this back in 2017. Magic cruise bookended with time on Kauai and Waikiki. This video sure brought back the memories and great to see the crew appreciating the beauty of the place too.

@lawerencestimpson2280 6 ай бұрын

Did this cruise years ago!! A bit pricey,but well worth it!!! Take advantage of the extra shore programs.Great coffee,pineapple,and rolls for breakfast.

@jamesdean780 7 ай бұрын

It also has no casino which means it does not stink of tobacco smoke. Smoking is only permitted on the starboard quarter, It also has blue exterior lighting because of migratory birds. Very unique. Highly recommended.

@aliced8678 7 күн бұрын

What a lovely video! I will never be in Hawaii. I have a disability and I’m 70 and alone other than the great network of supportive friends. your video was more than an engrossing distraction. It was a mini glimpse into the lives of those who give others wonderful memories for the rest of their lives. Your descriptions and images of Hawaii were a welcome break of beauty and insight. Looking forward to more of your videos! Excellent job! Thank you! ❤

@ChristopherNips81 7 ай бұрын

Amazing job, Joe! I'm so happy I was able to share such a great experience with you! I've worked on that ship for 5 years on and off since 2005, and you captured the essence of its spirit and crew. 🤙🏼

@thereissomecoolstuff 7 ай бұрын

That is great to hear? I’m on a holland America ship as we speak doing a Montreal to Fort Lauderdale repositioning cruise. Definitely not the same as the Spirit. My question to Joe is would he comeback? Do a different trip and comeback like you did Chris. This looks to be about the chillest ship work their is. Nice job on the drones.

@ChristopherNips81 7 ай бұрын

@@thereissomecoolstuff Hey, I'm a little confused on your message about the Spirt. Can you clarify? I obviously can't speak for Joe, but I returned for a multitude of reasons over a long stretch of time. I was a Jr. Waiter my first contract and would not have returned for that position again. However, I did return as the golf professional on board and did that for several years. I returned most reacently with while Joe was on board, but I was a Deck Cadet learning about the bridge, navigation systems, and deck work. As Joe mentions, the pay is significantly lower than other U.S. Flagged Ships and is the ONLY reason why I will not work for them (at least right now) as a 3rd Mate. I've enjoyed my time with NCL in Hawaii, but I do love other aspects of working elsewhere and the better pay it comes with.

@thereissomecoolstuff 7 ай бұрын

@@ChristopherNips81 without knowing your background I thought you came back to work on the spirit because it’s different than conventional ship work. Would Joe consider sailing on her again inspite if the pay. That’s all. Thanks for the reply.

@ChristopherNips81 7 ай бұрын

@@thereissomecoolstuffAh, I think there's some confusion as this ship is the Pride of America. I was just saying he captured the spirit of what it is like to work on board this ship. Or am I the one that's confused? lol

@thereissomecoolstuff 7 ай бұрын

@@ChristopherNips81 not at all. All I wanted to know is would he go back and do another trip. I get the money thing. I think I would as getting sea time as chill as possible might be nice once in a while. You definitely work hard on the ship.

@Pixel_Pelican 7 ай бұрын

I'm working as a deckhand for a smaller line of cruise ship and so far it has been just like that lots of friends and new adventures all the way from Alaska to the Puget sound but now reaching the end of my contract 6 months in of 12h days and no days off I'm really starting to feel burned out. But watching this really gave me the motivation I needed to finish this contract and finally head home. Awesome job! And Fair weather to you!

@livenfree 3 ай бұрын

That's just insane. They don't give you days off. Inhumane I'm so sorry they treat people like that

@dlagrua 7 ай бұрын

This was an absolutely GREAT video tour of a beautiful cruise ship and parts of Hawaii. Once it began to play I had to listen to it until the very end. Joe you are very lucky to have experienced this cruise from a workers perspective. Your video expressed how the terrific crew shared love and friendship with each other. It was like a big family that embraced one for all and all for one. There were some very touching moments.

@markolippmaa9567 5 ай бұрын

As a student at the Maritime Academy, I find your videos inspiring and they provide an amazing vision of life on ships.

@JellyCatGaming 7 ай бұрын

Found your channel, binge watched all the content, Found out I have a phobia of being in the open sea. Now I wait to live vicariously through your videos. Thanks dude! Cool stuff.

@acd138 7 ай бұрын

Dude, you’re giving me the bug. All your videos inspire me to just get out there. I just went through a loss and I’m finding I’m not as tied down as I have been the last few years. There’s this freedom after loss, I’m not sure what to do with my life. This might be it.

@davidoakley3812 7 ай бұрын

Your never to old for a career change

@x...CrankyOldMan...x 7 ай бұрын

Go for it, you only have this one trip. Make it a good one.

@roythousand13 7 ай бұрын

acd138, go for it, brother! Life is too short, and you don't want to leave with any regrets!

@urcousinfromboston9052 7 ай бұрын

Joe can tell a story like no other !!! Go for it!!

@moebeddah2288 7 ай бұрын

You'll regret it when you become as old as me (76). Conformity and expectations stifled my traveling jones. Wish I could go back. Go for it, brother!

@atomsmash100 7 ай бұрын

The Pride of America has a very interesting history, and being the only U.S. flagged cruise ship, it has a unique set of challenges. You gave your viewers a great look behind the scenes, with a great speaking voice, and a great presentation. Simply an excellent video! There's nothing like being out in the beautiful Hawaiian islands. They are truly touched by the gods.

@nomadickneads 7 ай бұрын

I miss it so...

@LulaJake 2 ай бұрын

I wonder how much more it costs to register a ship in the USA compared to the cheap ones that everyone else uses.

@Kolohetom 7 ай бұрын

This video actually choked me up a little. I worked this exact same itinerary onboard the beautiful SS Constitution and the SS Independence ‘84-‘92. I was on the entertainment staff and sailed 4 months on/two months off, but seeing the ports, the “crew only” deck (if they only knew…hehe), Kalapaki beach on Kauai, the excitement, the sadness, and the emotions of “Aloha week” and the breathtaking vistas upon sail away as the Hawaiian musicians performed Honolulu City Lights on deck, etc., brought the memories flooding back. Well done sir, and my hat’s off to you. Aloha malama pono! 🍻

@femountain 6 ай бұрын

I love your subtle and low-key stories where you depict the everyday life as a sailor. I am probably too old now but if I could live my life over I would have become a sailor. Wish you fair winds and following seas, sailor

@scottwheeler2494 7 ай бұрын

This ship is unlike any other in the world by virtue of being the only US flagged ship. The vast majority are manned by folks making a small fraction of this vessel. Even with Joe saying he had to take a paycut. The rules for employees (except officers) are very different because they have to attract staff. The ship only exist because of the Jones Act ( a good thing despite what you might hear). But my point is don’t compare what you see here to any other cruise ship. Trust me, the guy in Joe’s job on any other NCL ship is damn happy to be leaving when it his time to go home.

@SPIKESPIEGEL1969 3 ай бұрын

can you please elucidate? What’s the significance of it being a US flagged ship? Aren’t all cruise ships that operate near the usa UF ships?

@scottwheeler2494 3 ай бұрын

@@SPIKESPIEGEL1969 short answer NO.. this is the only one. Longer answer, because of the Jones Act in order to travel between US ports and haul freight or passengers, you must be a US flagged vessel. To qualify it has to have been built in the US and have a total US crew and master. Only this ship was built in the US and even that is up for debate. Too complicated to go into here. The ship has had its issues. Keeping a crew has been hard as they are very very expensive compared to what other ships pay. Many say the crew does not compare to usual foreign staffed ships, especially the hotel and dining staff. American are too lazy and unwilling to work for dollars a day say some passengers. I don't know as I have never traveled on it. But it is definitely different from the usual cruise ship.

@scottytissue73 7 ай бұрын

Wow Joe you have turned into one of the greatest occupational video producers on KZfaq. Very well done. Never really had an interest in the mariner life, but your vids have me fully engaged bro! Keep up the great work! Always looking forward to your next adventure....

@summergilmer1318 29 күн бұрын

Sir you nailed it. I worked on the Pride of America for two contracts 2011-2012. Your video describes my memories perfectly. From “Kona Day”. The color of the water to living two lives. A work life and a social life. Everything you filmed was still the same. The bunk curtain. The hallways. The uniforms from hotel to bar. Coming into port. All of them. Drill day. I was a vice captain on a tender boat. Some parts were hard. But so many amazing memories I will never forget. Thank you for this. And Yes the bbq on the back!

@okiejammer2736 3 ай бұрын

Discussing your lifeboat duties along with the song, 'Nearer My God, To Thee'. Dude. That is Titanic detailed and creative. Well done.

@Bill_N_ATX 7 ай бұрын

I have been to the Islands several times. By myself, with my family, with a few girlfriends. I took my Mother on that cruise right before she passed away and it was something I’ll cherish till it’s my turn to go on. After watching this, I want to schedule my next trip the Kauai, see the Canyon, maybe go fishing and of course, go spend a day at Polihale State Park with the white sand beach and the amazing cliffs of the island behind you. If I was you, I’d be tempted to take a work-cation every couple of years and spend a few months on the ship to recharge the batteries of your soul, like only Hawaii can. If I want to do it, it costs me several grand. Mahalo.

@urcousinfromboston9052 7 ай бұрын

U r talented in more ways than one Joe, wow..That chant from Oli was something special!! Kauai is unreal, went sky diving there 10 years ago. sending Prayers to the victims from the fires!!!!

@vahinewahine916 6 ай бұрын

i've watched a bunch 'ship crew vloggers' (is there a better phrase?) and your storytelling is so compelling in a different way. The others I've seen tend to be very cutesy, everything is the best thing ever, everyone's my BFF, etc but this just felt so real and honest without any sugary coating.

@fanetem 2 ай бұрын

as an crewman in another life over 20 years ago and also a guest on this ship in 2014 , thank you. i really like your videos and the editing . the more people learn about the life of a crewman the better will be. fair winds

@joejenkins3379 7 ай бұрын

This is the first cruise ship video that actually makes me to go on the cruise.

@ducky1496 7 ай бұрын

I took this cruise in ‘18. Great to see all the cool sights again!! Also really neat to see the behind the scenes stuff!! Thanks Joe!! Much better job than delivering Bud Light!!! 😂😂

@JoeFranta 7 ай бұрын

Haha its also much easier on my body then delivering beer!

@maddybee4523 7 ай бұрын

@@JoeFranta Thank you so very much for this video. I took a trip on the ship August 12 and had an absolutely wonderful trip. We did not stop in Maui for the trip nevertheless was great thank you for the behind the scenes section of this video.

@siberia1409 7 ай бұрын

Joe, I am so glad you got to experience working on a cruise ship. Norwegian used to have three ships in Hawaii. Pride of Aloha, Pride of Hawaii and Pride of America. I worked Security of Pride of Hawaii, and it was the newest ship in the world when I got on it! Kona was my favorite stop. Don't forget to give me a shout next time you make it to the Port of Houston.

@anitamendez116 8 күн бұрын

Bra….Great Video. Mahalo for sharing the beauty of our Islands and our people. You are feeling more emotional on this goodbye because you got “hit” with the “Aloha Spirit”. Nowhere else on earth can compare. Mahalo Nui Loa. ❤

@rolo7110 4 ай бұрын

We are locals and just returned from our first cruise on NCL. We absolutely loved it and are thinking of making it an annual event. You’re right, the perspective of seeing the islands from the ship is unique and something we’ve never experienced. Maybe one day, you’ll be back. Best wishes to you!

@sfmc98 7 ай бұрын

Mann, that was amazing. That was a very well-composed short film. You have grown so much since I first watched your videos about training! I literally laughed, cried, was awestruck, inspired, informed and just went on the journey with you. I had no idea about this ship, and you presented such a wonderful, honest portrait of it, they should pay you even more after publishing this because I can't imagine not wanting to go! Not a wasted shot or second of footage here. I do speed up your narration because I have ADD haha but that's you and you shouldn't change it. Seriously, my favorite moment was Ali giving you that gift. I was literally weeping.

@darleneworden6874 3 ай бұрын

Wow, what a great video. Thank you for the perspective of being a part of the crew. Passengers should watch this to see all the hard work and effort the crew does on their behalf.

@toddbrown4935 3 ай бұрын

Joe, you are such a talented chronicler. Your videos are masterpieces. Thank you for showing us your world. Stay safe out there!!

@Bjornontour 7 ай бұрын

Dude,you are truly one amazing guy,Joe!! This was by far your best vlog,hands down,and I’ve seen them all here on your KZfaq channel.Big up big man and lots of love from Liverpool,Merseyside! ♥️

@remaguire 7 ай бұрын

I lived in Hawaii for around 10 years and the Na Pali coast is definitely the most awe-inspiring sight in the islands.

@NFS305 7 ай бұрын

Kalalau!

@mistycarreiro114 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for everything that you and crew do to make the ship beautiful. It may be the prettiest ship I’ve been on. So very well taken care of. We have been home for less than a month and every day I miss Hawaii. Thank you for a lovely trip down a not so distant memory lane.

@RobertBardos 7 ай бұрын

Great show Joe preciate you showing us along. Safe journeys

@pooh3657 7 ай бұрын

Best video yet! I agree with almost everyone else here, you are a fantastic story teller! The tears were literally flowing at the end. I hope you continue to have such experiences in the future and that we get to vicariously follow along.

@phillipkoestel6557 7 ай бұрын

Joe thanks for bringing us along for the ride, it looked like a true once in a lifetime experience!

@steveduncan8649 7 ай бұрын

Great video! You have a great way of engaging with the audience through your narrative. Thanks for making this and sharing it. You sharing your life behind the scenes is very interesting and makes me appreciate all the hard work even more. I took this cruise 16 years ago. What a great adventure!

@xmtryanx 7 ай бұрын

What a blast from the past! I worked POA in 2006-2007 and this brings back so many memories! Thank you so much for sharing!

@leekillman802 7 ай бұрын

Been on that cruise as a passenger, experiencing all the things done. The moments at the Napali Coast were awesome, bringing back special memories.

@jtlbz 7 ай бұрын

Awesome journey thanks for sharing it with us❤

@ellennicholson9608 6 ай бұрын

One of your best Joe, thank you for taking us along !

@eileenammendolea1776 7 күн бұрын

This was a fascinating video from beginning to end. I deeply appreciate all the work done by all on board. Thank you for sharing this with us.

@dbenadon 7 ай бұрын

Joe, another great video. Thank you for sharing your extraordinary journeys with us.

@johnclark5609 7 ай бұрын

Beautiful job! Never will forget my flight night after 20 years living on the Big Island. Memories flooded my mind.

@neilreid2298 7 ай бұрын

So cool to get another vid from you Joe! Love your work. Your music selections are awesome- I listen to them when I go for walks. Many thanks- keep up the great work!

@josesteens6948 4 ай бұрын

Such a great video, seeing the cruise through your eyes. We've done this cruise twice, first in 2015 and again late 2022. I love everything about Hawaii, but the vegetation captures my heart, time and time again. To be able to see the variety the islands offer, in just one week, is unbelievable. So glad you felt the same. We passengers couldn't enjoy any cruise if it wasn't for the crew! I know a little about it, my husband and I met on a passengers ship, both crew then, cruising the Rhine and the Mosel in Germany, 44 years ago. May you enjoy many more travels....good luck and thank you, Mahalo and Aloooooha!

@bobuncle8704 7 ай бұрын

What an experience. So glad you got to see this before the troubles on Maui.

@KenCarr 7 ай бұрын

You’re story telling and video production is getting great! This one was over the top, thanks

@carine4318 7 ай бұрын

So appreciate all you and your work family do

@donnathompson4259 7 ай бұрын

I enjoyed this video so much because I just cruised on this ship September 9, 2023. Thank you and others for working so hard behind the scenes so that we could have a good time.

@brandonlbarfield 7 ай бұрын

Great storytelling as always Joe. You really are a gifted content creator!!

@chggjhn 7 ай бұрын

Joe! Just keep getting better! Excellent video, insights, and narrative.

@barbaramiller407 8 күн бұрын

Thanks for taking us with you. I felt the energy of the crew for sure. Very emotional.

@cathyholt5215 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for letting me re-live my Hawaiian cruise memories. Nothing like the islands! I enjoyed seeing it from a crew point of view.

@wherecondorssoar7175 7 ай бұрын

Good stuff Joe. What a great video. When I get to Heaven, I'm working on a ship like this for a thousand years or so. Then I'm going skiing for a couple hundred years. Thanks for sharing!

@Lif3tec 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your journey, especially the chant of appreciation such an amazing and personal moment! ..no words.. big love bro

@Repo8971 3 ай бұрын

Very grounded and obviously doesn’t take life for granted. Very appreciative.

@tomithot261 7 ай бұрын

Great video ... I have done this cruise for years prior to Covid. Am so glad to hear that the amazing staff is treated well ... actually have fun! Thanks for sharing, it makes me feel eager to return to cruise with staff that enjoy what they do. We certainly love it!

@brucehiggason4656 7 ай бұрын

Joe, this is definitely one of your best episodes! I thoroughly enjoyed it. Keep them coming……

@reggie63455 7 ай бұрын

Thank you Joe you do the things I've wanted to do but since I've become disabled i can no longer do so u live my dreams thru your videos so thank you again joe and please continue with your journeys

@kentpitman5811 7 ай бұрын

Awesome video Joe! It was great crossing paths with you. You shared some faces and places that made the "adventure" more of an experience! :)

@BobOMKE858 7 ай бұрын

Joe, excellent perspective. Thanks for sharing it. We were passengers in March 2023. So impressed with the ship, the crew AND the islands. Best vacation ever!

@jefferyholland 7 ай бұрын

Pretty sweet tour to pull. Hate to see it end Joe, but life goes on and the next adventure is right around the corner.

@autisticsimon12 7 ай бұрын

He acted like he was there for years, yet it was only 8 weeks, he know jack shit about life by spending 8 weeks in a country spending only a FEW HOURS a week on shore. Its a stupid as spending 2 weeks on vacation and thinking you know everything about the place.

@gladethomas8158 7 ай бұрын

Awesome post as usual. Would love to see a behind the scenes video on how you bring this all together with such thorough and professional videography while you’re an employee that could be replaced at a finger snap. Keep telling your stories 👍🇨🇦

@JoeFranta 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for this. Creating these videos takes me quite a bit of time and I do put my all into it!

@nathanwahl9224 7 ай бұрын

Good PR for the lines, they probably don't know or don't really care, as long as it's not a bunch of negative stuff.

@jordantrae2280 7 ай бұрын

I went on this cruise almost 15 years ago. Thank you for showing the other side of things.

@danihutch 7 ай бұрын

I am sold on this cruise. I love that the crew seem to be having fun too. Thank you for sharing this!

@mitchellbarnow1709 7 ай бұрын

Joe, you are absolutely amazing and your videos are priceless, especially now with Lahaina, Maui being burned down with so many lives lost. Thank you so much for releasing this incredible work of art!

@ronniedavis3273 7 ай бұрын

Great video Joe! Loved how you got to spend time enjoying the areas in which you landed! What is next?

@juanrodriguezjr451 11 күн бұрын

This channel is the reason I absolutely love KZfaq. I appreciate you! Great content. Living vicariously through your videos!!

@a.k.5597 7 ай бұрын

This video randomly came up on my feed and l was captivated from start to finish. Not only was the scenery beautiful, the narration was top -notch. Super impressed. Subscribed.

@jameshicks914 7 ай бұрын

Great job of editing and music. Joe --you ROCK!!

@user-tr6mm7dp7u 7 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed your position here on a Cruise ship. Learned some different tools on a different kind of ship.

@OldTimerGarden 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for taking me along on that journey with you. I've cruised most of the Caribbean ports as a passenger. Nice to see the Hawaiian experience through a crew members eyes.

@dennisshoffner5201 Ай бұрын

I deeply appreciate you making and sharing these videos. I’m seeing a side of life I didn’t know anything about! Having spent 12-years in the Navy I’ve spent a fair amount of time on ships. Your experiences and mine are worlds apart! Thanks!

@genepatterson4375 7 ай бұрын

This was an excellent video. Your narrative was top notch, the views of the island’s breathtaking. You showed your experience in a classy tongue in cheek manner where you worked and yet enjoyed yourself in your free time. Definitely not a cargo ship adventure but one where some people could find a great nitch to spend their career. Fantastic job.

@dedewebb1425 7 ай бұрын

All I keep saying is OH my goodness!!! This is freaking beautiful and amazing to see. Thank you for sharing your work with us and showing the beauty of Hawaii!! Now, I'm ready to book a cruise there!!

@AndyB718 3 ай бұрын

Great video Footage and ty to all the hard workers that make cruise ship trips special.

@Spray-N-Pray 3 ай бұрын

Glad you had a good time on your cruise ship work adventure. I admire how much you enjoy the ship life and it really looks like you're doing what you were meant to do. Happy for you man.

@kevinwpatterson 7 ай бұрын

Story telling is on point my man. As always.

@bigmike14121 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Joe! I needed the beautiful distraction of 1 of your coolest stories. I know you're not missing the great lakes, however, journeys lead in all directions. Travel safe & keep us posted. With appreciation my brother..

@comealongwithme8768 7 ай бұрын

Great video thank you. Brought back many memories. I was part of the final build and delivery team and sailed many times on that ship for weeks at a time once it was safely delivered. Thank you for taking me back to those fun days

@susanlilley-rizos9906 7 ай бұрын

I just discovered you, Joe, and this video had a big impact on me. It almost made me cry looking at the Nepali coast and the way you spoke about it so reverently. I almost forgot that Hawaii is a magical place. Thanks for reminding me.

@Grits_and_Glamour 7 ай бұрын

I saw this ship Twice going up the Columbia when I worked on the river a couple years ago. Magnificent ship and great video. ❤

@torgeirbrandsnes1916 7 ай бұрын

Wow! What a blast of a vlog! No wonder you teared up when you left the ship. This needs to be on my list too! Good job as always. Keep up the good work. Be safe!

@lindawoody8501 7 ай бұрын

A wonderful cruise. We did this trip probably 2007 or so and enjoyed it tremendously. Thanks for the fun and interesting look at behind the scenes from the deck crew viewpoint!

@Van_The_Man 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for, not just another, onboard crew experience. Your appreciation for your work ethic, work attitude, narration, really made your video different and wonderful. Mahalo.

@nalentocha 7 ай бұрын

Fantastic Video Joe! Been watching since the Piney Point days and finally a video I can relate to. I spent a year on the POA in 2015 during a five year run with NCL working in the theatre as a lighitng tech. This ship was by far the best out of them all. Loved the scenery and the people, and the crew bar was always a good time 😁 Brings back some good memories watching this. Keep up the great work!

@suzinazsuzinaz9445 7 ай бұрын

I’m sailing on this ship in march. You made me realize I definitely picked the right ship for Hawaii! Your video is beautiful you’ve really expressed what Hawaii really is!

@craigroosa9321 7 ай бұрын

What a gift you have for telling and showing the working side of life and making every moment interesting ! Another well done video ! Safe travels and cheers !

@TheOriginalMarimoChan 4 ай бұрын

You are well loved. I've lived here all my life and even went to a Hawaiian school and no one ever chanted an oli for me, what an honor you received! I loved this content so much that I went and subscribed. Your story telling comes from the heart and it's something that gives me great joy. Mahalo for sharing your gifts with the world.