Cruise job = Dream Job???
By serena_wai
@serena_wai (970)
Malaysia
March 6, 2008 11:49am CST
Out of all the jobs that can be had in today's world, cruise ship jobs seem to be among one the most desirable. This speaks to basic human behavior and our overwhelming desire to see the world. Most would not mind getting paid to see the world either. Agree? :)
A cruise ship job does offer the opportunity to see exotic locales and meet people of all nationalities, but there is a price to be paid.
There are some negative aspects to be considered when deciding if a cruise ship job is right for you. First off, any fear of tight, enclosed spaces could mean that a cruise ship job is not for you. While the ships are very spacious, the quarters and some working areas can be quite cramped and those with claustrophobia will be very uncomfortable to say the least.
The pay is low by many standards but the cruise ship job comes with many perks that offset the low wage. For one thing you get free room and board. That helps right off the top to save you money.
Then you consider that you will be so busy working throughout a cruise that you will have little time to spend any money at all. Many consider this to be one of the best perks that a cruise ship job has to offer. They find themselves saving more and more money, which makes the whole affair worthwhile in the end.
A cruise ship job may also provide the opportunity for tips. This is dependent on the particular cruise ship job you hold, but the possibility is there nonetheless.
Beside the money part, you are able to see the world & meet with different people. Isn't it sound like a dream job? *Except the part that u can't bring ur family, boyfriend/girlfriend, or pet to work.
2 responses
@nanayangel (7879)
• Philippines
7 Mar 08
Hi there! Working in a cruise ship doesn't really appeal to me. But I don't know why, maybe it's just not my thing. My younger sister, on the other hand dreams of working in a cruise ship. In fact, the course that she's taking now is Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Managemnt with specialization in Cruise Ships. She is currently in her second year. She has been on trainings and lots of trips and she's still into it as I can see.
@youless (112672)
• Guangzhou, China
7 Mar 08
I think it depends on the age. If someone is young, it's an ideal job as you can travel all over the world. However, if you are married and you have your own family. And one day you will have your own child. If you are unable to help to take care of your family, it is not so suitable.