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Why Jumping Ship is the Worst Idea for Cruise Ship Crew

Why Jumping Ship is the Worst Idea for Cruise Ship Crew

Even today, there is a very real distinction between economies across the world. For many in developing nations, living in the west can seem like a dream come true. For cruise ship crew, the temptation to jump ship lurks at every port as the picturesque landscape and squeaky clean seaside towns beckon. The lure of jumping ship is great as we often perceive western countries, particularly the US, as lands of great opportunities, high salaries and a good life. The…

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Facilities for Cruise Ship Crew

Facilities for Cruise Ship Crew

Life at sea for a cruise ship crew revolves mostly around work. Long hours with no days off make up every day of your contract. However, cruise line companies ensure that cruise ship crew have a number of facilities at their disposal to keep them happy at work. Accommodation & food Room and board is paid for by the cruise ship company. Typically, each crew member shares his or her cabin with another, most often of the same sex. Only…

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Safety From Infectious Diseases on Board

Safety From Infectious Diseases on Board

Considering the thousands of passengers embarking on each cruise trip, and the hundreds of crew changes occurring every month, there is no dearth of viruses and germs all around. Cruise ship crew may be insured, depending on the company policy, but as always, prevention is better than cure. One of the most common illnesses on cruise ships is gastrointestinal disease. Often, norovirus is the main culprit. This is highly contagious and because the disease spreads easily, can turn into an…

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How to Get a Cruise Ship Chef Job

How to Get a Cruise Ship Chef Job

Some of the most coveted positions in the marine hospitality world are cruise ship chef jobs. For those passionate about the culinary arts, these careers offer exciting new avenues, higher-than-normal pay – for developing countries at least – and excellent exposure. So how do you get a job on a cruise ship? The first thing to do is to determine whether or not you are indeed cut out for this type of job. Understand the environment you will be working…

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Are you physically and mentally healthy for cruise ship jobs?

Are you physically and mentally healthy for cruise ship jobs?

Staying healthy is an important part of life, not just work. But with cruise ship jobs, this aspect becomes doubly important. Living and working relatively far from land can pose problems although all cruise vessels offer some sort of medical aid on board. However, they’re not taking any chances. In order to get on board in the first place, you will need a medical certificate, signed by an authenticated or approved doctor. Your recruitment agency – like Kamaxi Overseas –…

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Why Working On a Cruise Ship Could be your Dream Job

Why Working On a Cruise Ship Could be your Dream Job

So much of our lives is spent working. There is no better way to live than being engaged in a job you love. For this reason, there are many who look to working on cruise ships as dream jobs thanks to the variety of opportunities available and the work environment. Here are just a few reasons why working on a cruise ship could be your dream job: A booming industry Everyone likes to get on the bandwagon of a booming…

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What to Expect from Cruise Ships of the Future

What to Expect from Cruise Ships of the Future

The future of cruise ships is already here. Technology has advanced to a great extent and is being incorporated by companies at a quicker pace than ever, solely to enhance the guest experience. Everything a cruise ship company does is aimed at setting itself apart and creating a brand identity – something to differentiate itself from all the other players out there. Cruise ships are combining a powerful mix of technology, service and marketing to create not just memorable holidays,…

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How USPH regulations bring in cruise ship guests

How USPH regulations bring in cruise ship guests

In a large industry, nothing can work smoothly without rules and their implementation. With most big cruise ship companies plying in the Caribbean having headquarters in the US, it is imperative that they follow applicable laws. The United States Public Health or USPH ratings are taken as the gold standard among cruise ship companies around the world as to the quality of hygiene on their vessels. Ships are inspected typically twice a year, and these visits come unannounced. This means…

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How To Avoid the Most Contagious Cruise Ship Illnesses

How To Avoid the Most Contagious Cruise Ship Illnesses

A cruise may be a holiday, but if even one person – crew or passenger – has a gastrointestinal disease or any contagious illnesses, all hell can break loose. It is hard to keep track of passenger hygiene and cleanliness. Cruise ship crew, however, can be called upon to be more diligent. Gastrointestinal disease affects the digestive system, causing cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and fever. It is debilitating to say the least and highly contagious. The reason why gastrointestinal diseases…

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Do’s and Don’ts for Cruise Ship Crew

Do’s and Don’ts for Cruise Ship Crew

As a crew member on a cruise ship, knowledge of the rules that govern life on board is vital. Living and working on a floating hotel brings with it a whole new parameter of safety and conduct. The rules are strict and those that involve interaction with guests are stringently enforced, risking crew with a dishonourable discharge should they be flouted. Below are a few of the main points to follow and avoid. DO’s Punctuality Crew members are expected to…

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