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A welcoming group of waitstaff aboard an MSC cruise ship, dressed in crisp white uniforms with bow ties and smiling as they prepare to provide guests with exceptional dining service.

How Much Do Cruise Ship Workers Really Earn? The Truth About Their Pay

January 13, 2026

A collage of three TikTok screenshots featuring cruise ship crew members discussing pay and working conditions. The first shows a young man speaking from his cabin, the second shows a woman answering a question about saving money on board, and the third shows another woman explaining how crew pay is tracked and calculated.

What Cruise Ship Crew REALLY Get Paid (According to Crew Members Themselves)

December 3, 2025

The back of a captains head with a sign pointing at him saying "How Much $$$?"

The Real Salary of a Cruise Ship Captain (Plus the Perks)

September 10, 2025

A cruise crew member in a white uniform shirt helps a female guest inside a small onboard shop stocked with wine bottles, snacks, and folded blue towels. The crew member appears attentive and friendly during the interaction.

Crew Say These Are the Best Cruise Lines to Work For

August 15, 2025August 14, 2025

A group of dancers in black rehearsal outfits practice a choreographed routine in a spacious dance studio with mirrors and high ceilings for a cruise. The image appears to be a recording, as indicated by the on-screen timer and red recording dot. A person in the foreground, possibly the videographer, is sitting with their leg visible in the frame, wearing jeans and black shoes.

Cruise Ship Performer Reveals the Jaw-Dropping Salary She Actually Took Home Each Month

August 11, 2025

Split image showing a woman in an orange shirt grimacing with disgust while standing near a docked ship on the left, and a luxurious white cruise ship sailing in calm blue waters under a bright sky on the right—suggesting a contrast between expectations and reality of cruising as crew.

Cruise Ship Worker Reveals the Truth About What Really Annoys Crew Members

June 24, 2025

Chris Wong, a well-known Royal Caribbean vlogger and casino host, sits inside his cruise ship crew cabin, smiling at the camera with personal items and a crew uniform visible in the background. The image offers an inside look at crew life aboard a Royal Caribbean ship through the lens of Chris Wong's popular vlogs.

Cruise Ship Worker Shares Payslip Revealing the Amount He Gets Paid Per Month

June 17, 2025

A couple embraces and smiles on the deck of a cruise ship at sunset, with the ocean stretching out behind them. The woman wears a light dress and heels, while the man is dressed in white, both glowing in the warm golden light.

Do Cruise Ship Crew Hook Up With Passengers? Here’s What Really Happens

May 28, 2025

A large white cruise ship sails through turquoise waters near a tropical island lined with palm trees under a colorful sunset sky. In the top right corner, a circular inset features a young woman named Alley standing in front of a different cruise ship, Utopia of the Seas, with a text overlay and an arrow pointing to her. The image combines a scenic maritime view with a promotional or personal travel highlight.

How This Cruise Ship Dancer Went From $300 a Week to $19,000 a Month

April 2, 2025February 28, 2025

A waiter in a crisp white jacket meticulously sets a table in the Queens Grill restaurant on Cunard's Queen Victoria, exemplifying the White Star Service standard. The elegant dining room features large windows, polished wood accents, and fine glassware, ready for a luxurious dining experience at sea.

The 5 Best Cruise Lines to Work For

December 17, 2024April 22, 2024

The back of a captains head with a sign pointing at him saying "How Much $$$?"

Revealing What Cruise Ship Captains Really Earn

August 11, 2025March 27, 2024

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What’s in Your Wallet? Factors Affecting a Captain’s Pay
Size of the Ship
So, Who’s Cashing In the Most?
Becoming a Captain
The Captain’s Working Hours
Perks of Job
The Final Word
Today’s Top Cruise Deals
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