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1. Activity/Entertainment Positions
   Cruise staff positions are often entry-level social positions. This job is for the enthusiastic and extroverted only. An assistant cruise direct . . . keep reading
   
   
2. The Very Best Time to Apply for a Job on a Cruise Ship!
   By Neil Maxwell-Keys
   There are certain times of the year when you actually have a much better chance of getting a job on a cruise ship. Here are the times of the year when YOU should be applying and why doing so could dramatically increase your chances of success . . . keep reading
   
   
3. How to Get a Job with Disney Cruise Lines as a Dancer
   Disney Choreographer Dave Charles gives us the inside scoop on how to get a job onstage as a dancer onboard with Disney Cruise Lines . . . keep reading
   
   
4. Checklist: Is Working on a Cruise Ship Really for You?
   Are you really cut out for living and working onboard a cruise ship? Here is a checklist we designed that asks 9 powerful but crucial questions, to determine whether or not you're suitable for life at sea . . . keep reading
   
   
5. Service and Specialty Departments
   In addition to the normal departments, nearly all cruise ships operate additional services for passengers such as Beauty Salons, Gift Shops and Photography. Employees are often hired separately through companies that operate . . . keep reading
   
   
6. Crewmember Interview with Neil Maxwell-Keys
   This fascinating 3-part interview with cruise ship recruitment expert Neil Maxwell-Keys, reveals the secrets of how he came to work in this unique industry, what it took to get him there and how you can follow in his footsteps too . . . keep reading
   
   
7. The Ups and Downs of Life Onboard
   Before you apply for a job on a cruise ship, it's very important that you weigh up all of the 'pros and cons' of living and working onboard so that you're clear that this is what you really want to do. Here's an honest look at some of the pros and cons of life onboard for you to consider . . . keep reading
   
   
8. Activity/Entertainment Department
   These positions are often synonymous with "cruise staff" and deal with anything relating to passenger entertainment. This is probably one of the most desirable onboard departments to work in. Here's exactly what qualities you need to get into this department . . . keep reading
   
   
9. The Essential Facilities Onboard a Cruise Ship
   Here is a quick look at the essential facilities you will find onboard your cruise ship. It is important to know that you will be looked after while you're onboard. It puts your mind at ease and keeps your old mum happy! . . . keep reading
   
   
10. Questions You Should Be Asking at a Cruise Line Interview
    It's very important that you have some questions prepared to ask at the end of your interview. Asking these particular questions will demonstrate that you are keen and enthusiastic and that you have done your homework! Here's what you should ask so that you leave the interviewer with the best impression . . . keep reading
    
    
11. Crewmember Interview with Scott Anderson
    In this revealing 3-part interview ex-crew member Scott Anderson shares the valuable experience and interesting insights he gained from working onboard 9 different cruise ships over a 7 year period and in 2 completely unrelated departments . . . keep reading
    
    
12. Top Tips to Creating a Winning Cruise Ship Resume Part 1
    Your resume is your first step to obtaining your dream job. Follow these tips on how to prepare a dynamic, winning cruise ship resume that gets you the job. Whichever cruise line you apply to, this is the information they want to see . . . keep reading
    
    
13. Crewmember Interview with Kristin Carter
    Crewmember Kristin Carter tells us how she came to work in one of the most desirable departments onboard and what it took to get her there. She also reveals her top tips for success and explains why she's got no intention of stopping just yet . . . keep reading
    
    
14. Use this powerful (free) online tool to make your cruise ship job resume stand out above the crowd
    How your resume 'looks' to a potential cruise line employer is critical. In this article I'll show you a quick and easy way to ensure that your emailed resume stands out above the crowd . . . keep reading
    
    
15. How to Easily get the Name of any Cruise Ship Hiring Manager
    Here's a simple technique for getting the name of the hiring manager of any cruise line company - and why by doing so will give you the 'edge' on the other job applicants and help maximize your chances of getting employed onboard a cruise ship . . . keep reading
    
    
16. The Living Quarters for Crew Members
    When you're spending 3 - 10 months at a time on a cruise ship - it's important to know what your personal living quarters will be like! This article gives you a little more insight, including some important information you need to know about life onboard . . . keep reading
    
    
17. Know EXACTLY What a Cruise Line Employer Wants In a Successful Candidate
    Before you apply for a job on a cruise ship you should think carefully about exactly what it is a potential cruise line employer is looking for. Here's a look at exactly what cruise line employers are looking for in a potential candidate. . . . keep reading
    
    
18. Hotel Department
    The hotel department is the second largest department on board a cruise ship. It is very much like hotel staff at a land resort or hotel. These positions make sure that passenger's accommodation are taken . . . keep reading
    
    
19. The Leisure Facilities Onboard a Cruise Ship
    Here's a look at some of the leisure facilities available to you as a crew member. Often you get to use the same state-of-the-art facilities for free, that passengers pay hundreds of dollars for! . . . keep reading
    
    
20. Pursers Department
    The Purser department is the "accounting" department of the ship. At some point, every passenger comes into contact with the Purser's department. It is the equivalent of a hotel reception and usually located in the main lobby area of the ship. It is the passengers contact point for all issues. All of the ship's . . . keep reading
    
    

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