What's the best way to land a job on a cruise line, is a good way to travel the world free?

Answer 1

You get to "see" the ports you're in but you don't have too much time off if you work on the ship. We talked to our stateroom attendant about time off, how she kept in touch with family etc., and she said its just a day here or there to get off the ship, run around and collect mail etc. and you're back on board. They work high amounts of hours and are on call the entire time. Ever seen how small the cabins are? You get to SHARE one with someone else who is working on the ship. Money is good tho since you can't spend and you get GREAT tips.

Answer 2

If you are a US citizen, your first step is to go to the Coast Guard and get a Merchant Mariners Document, commonly called a "Z-Card". From there go to a Union Hall and get on the list for job openings. As a "newbie", be prepared to to sail some rusty garbage scows and fishing trawlers in the Arctic, Bering Sea, or Antartica for a few years before you can even be considered for any type of warm weather position. If you do happen to land a cruise ship position, be prepared to work your *** off, the "Love Boat" is a Hollywood creation. You will not have an easy, happy-go-lucky job. Even though you are working cruise ships, you will still be a Merchant Seaman, and Merchant Seamen work hard and long hours. You work hard and play hard. Other ways to get into the Merchant Marines is to get a degree by attending a Maritime College; Maine Maritime, Massachusetts Maritime, Cal Maritime, etc.

Answer 3

Do you have any idea what it is like to WORK on one of those?

It might be fun.
I might be no fun at all.

Better to be informed than deluded.

Answer 4

try this cruise jobs web site:

http://www.cruisejobfinder.com/fm/cruises/

Answer 5

Beautiful dreamer.....nothing is free.