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Work on a Cruise Ship

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

Revealing What Cruise Ship Captains Really Earn

July 2, 2026June 30, 2026

Small boats moored along a riverside promenade in a Maastricht, Netherlands under a bright blue sky.

Cruise Captain Removed After Failing Alcohol Test at Belgium Waterway Checkpoint

June 16, 2026

Costa Luminosa cruise ship sailing on open water beneath dramatic storm clouds.

Cruise Director Awarded €130K After 18 Years of Temporary Contracts

May 11, 2026May 10, 2026

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 9, 2026

Cruise crew member all alone in room

Cruise Ship Crew Expose the Dark Side of Working at Sea

April 30, 2026

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

April 20, 2026

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 Pay Slip Revealing the Amount He Gets Paid Per Month

April 6, 2026

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 16, 2026April 3, 2026

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

February 12, 2026

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

January 25, 2026January 23, 2026

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)

January 18, 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

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Why Crew Pay Is So Confusing (And Why Social Media Gives the Wrong Idea)
How Cruise Ship Pay Actually Works
Jobs That Earn More: Commission, Sales & Specialist Roles
The Ship You Work On Makes a Massive Difference
Typical Salary Ranges Across Departments
Why Many Crew Still Feel Wealthier at Sea
Can Crew Actually Save Money Working on Cruise Ships?
How Crew Are Paid (Cash, Bank Accounts & Delayed Paychecks)
Should You Work on a Cruise Ship for the Money?
Watch the Full Video
Final Thoughts
Today’s Top Cruise Deals
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