Life Onboard Cruise Ship

Cruise Ship

1.  ​Working Conditions

Working condition on cruise ship
  • You will work 7-days a week onboard for approximately 10 to 12 hours per day
  • Your assignment will be from 4 to 9 months onboard ship
  • There will be shifts off but you will never get full day off.
  • When the ship is in port, you may take the opportunity to go ashore to tour, shop, dine after duty hours.


​​2.  Accommodation

Life onboard cruiseship
  • You will get cabin with up to 4 bunk beds, desk and chair, T.V. and telephone. Space is very tight.
  • Crew members share cabins with one, two or three team members, depending on the position.
  • All roommates are responsible for keeping your cabin clean and tidy at all times.
  • Towels and linens are provided once a week.

3.  Food

Crew mess on cruise ship
  • You have to go to crew mess to have meals and snacks.
  • You get half an hour off for each mealtime when on duty.
  • Meals are buffet style; You have to serve and clean up your dish after meals.
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​4.  Amenities

Crew Gym on cruise ship
  • The Crew Gym is available for all crewmembers. 
  • Crew shop is available for buying toiletries, cigarettes, chocolates, and other necessities needed onboard.
  • There will be Crew Bar with strict operating hours and rules.
  • You are not permitted to become inebriated or intoxicated while on your assignment contract. 
  • You are not allowed to drink alcohol while on duty. 

5.  Uniforms and Laundry

Crew Laundry on cruise ship
  • Crew uniforms will be issued to you onboard.
  • Crew uniforms and work clothes are cleaned free of charge.
  • Laundry machines and dryers are provided free of charge for the crewmembers for personal use.
  • You will be required to use non-slip safety shoes while on duty. 

6.  Communication

Internet on Cruise ship
  • The Internet Café is available for all crewmembers at posted hours. You may have to pay for internet access.
  • Phone cards will be available onboard. ​
  • Wifi is readily available throughout the vessel. You can bring your own electronic devices to use. You will need to purchase internet access/minutes and configure accordingly.
  • Your family and friends can send you mail via your office. 

7.  Dating Onboard

dating on Cruise ship
  • Dating fellow crewmembers is allowed.
  • You will have the opportunity to work and make lifelong friends with crewmembers from around the world.