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Feature Articles
You will find all the latest articles about working on luxury cruise lines here! All of our articles are original content and are written by real-life crewmembers and cruise line hiring staff - with the sole purpose of giving you all the information you need about living and working onboard a luxury cruise ship. We generally post articles weekly, and most of them can be found right here. Click on any headline below to read the full article. And be sure to click the 'view more articles' link at the bottom of the page to read articles you may have missed.
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Cruise Ships and the Environment
Renee Ruggero
Cruise lines take the environment very seriously and they want the public to see that they do, too. Negative images of illegal dumping, prompted all cruise lines to employ an Environmental Officer on each of their ships. What is the role of the Environmental Officer and what are cruise ships doing about the waste that is produced onboard? . . .
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How to Get an IT Job on a Cruise Ship
Renee Ruggero
If you are computer savvy, there are a few different cruise ship jobs you should apply for. As technology advances, the need for qualified crew has also increased. Whether you went to school for computer science or you can teach basic software applications or you're just really internet savvy, there's a cruise ship job for you. To find out how to get one of these jobs . . .
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Overview of the Port and Shopping Guide
Renee Ruggero
Are you self-motivated and revenue-driven? Do you have an entertaining personality combined with sales ability and public speaking skills? Then you should consider the cruise ship job as a Port and Shopping Guide. Find out more about this lucrative cruise job. . . .
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Getting a Cruise Job - Does Age Matter?
Renee Ruggero
Contemplating a career change with a life at sea, but worried about your age preventing you from getting hired? This is a common concern among many of our members over the age of 35 looking for a cruise ship job. But does age really matter? How old is too old? And how does a mature applicant increase their hiring potential? . . .
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Overview of a Holland America Techspert
Renee Ruggero
Part entertainer, part computer guru, the Techspert is one of the newest cruise ship jobs and it is exclusive to Holland America Line. What are the daily responsibilities of the Techspert and what personal and technical skills are required for the job? Learn what you need to know about getting hired as one of HAL's Techsperts . . .
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Do You Want to Work for a Small Cruise Line?
Renee Ruggero
Working for a small cruise line has its advantages. For the most part it isn't on everyone's radar for getting hired by one of these cruise lines. But don't under estimate a small fleet, get to know some of the major players in the small cruise line market . . .
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Do You Want to Work for a Large Cruise Line?
Renee Ruggero
Is working for a large cruise line better than working for a smaller cruise line? Is it easier to get hired by a larger cruise lines or a smaller cruise line? Which cruise lines are the biggest? These questions and more are answered . . .
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Using Social Media to Find a Cruise Job
Renee Ruggero
Finding a cruise ship job is ultra competitive, but using social networking websites could put your resume on the top of the pile. Learn how to use popular social media websites like Twitter, Linkedin and Facebook to find your dream job in the cruise industry . . .
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7 Top Tips For Getting A Job On A Cruise Ship
Tomas M
In this inspiring article a member reveals his 7 top tips that helped him land a job on a cruise ship. But it wasn't all plain sailing. You'll discover how he was rejected again and again by all the major cruise lines, and how he kept himself motivated for over a year before finally getting hired by a company who had already rejected him twice . . .
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Cruise Ship Recruitment Scams
Renee Ruggero
The allure of finding your dream job on a cruise ship can be a lengthy process, so it's no wonder why some job applicants fall prey to cruise ship recruitment scams. Learn how to spot and avoid a recruitment scam before becoming a victim. Plus see a real example of a fraudulent cruise job offer letter . . .
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Using an Agency to Get a Cruise Ship Job
Renee Ruggero
Cruise line applicants wanting to use a hiring agency to land their dream cruise ship job need to know some basics. How do you choose a legitimate cruise line hiring agency and what steps are required to ensure the best chances for getting hired? . . .
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How To Get a Job On A Superyacht - Exclusive Interview!
How do you fancy working on luxury Superyachts owned by the rich and famous? In this exclusive audio interview, superyacht crew member Matt Brown reveals how he has spent the last 5 years getting paid to travel the world, meet celebrities, have fun and earn a great tax-free income! Best of all, Matt lays out the steps he took to get the job and shows how you can do this too . . .
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Cruise Ship Resumes: Effective Career Objectives
Renee Ruggero
The "Career Objective" section of your resume is crucial in capturing the employer's attention. If this opening sentence doesn't grab the reader's attention immediately, it may cost the applicant the chance of being contacted for an interview. Use these tips to write an effective objective on your resume . . .
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New Cruise Ships and Job Opportunities for 2010
Renee Ruggero
The cruise ship building boom for 2010 is looking strong, even stronger than 2009. This is great news for all those looking for cruise ship jobs. The bottom line is that close to 12,000 cruise ship jobs will need to be filled for 2010. Do you want to fill one of these jobs? . . .
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The Cruise Industry Waiting Game
Renee Ruggero
Waiting for a cruise line employer or cruise agency to get back to you is the most painful part of the application process. How long should you wait before contacting them and what can you do to improve your chances of getting an interview or getting hired for your dream cruise ship job? . . .
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