Working on a cruise ship is a unique and life-changing experience. If you like to travel then it could be an ideal opportunity for you as you visit new locations all around the world, meet people and make new friends – all whilst getting paid and enhancing your resume.

So what is the best way to get a job on a cruise ship?

Research

First of all, do your research. Find out as much as you can about working on cruise ships and the different cruise lines by visiting their websites and listening to/reading about employees in different positions and what life is really like on board. Would you be prepared to be away from home for long periods of time, living and working in close quarters with your fellow staff or crew mates? It is not for everyone so research as much as you can before you start to apply.

Here is a list of cruise lines currently sailing the world’s oceans and rivers:

• AIDA Cruises
• Alaskan Dream
• American Cruise Lines
• American Queen Steamboat
• APT
• Aranui
• Asuka Cruise
• Atlas Ocean
• Bahamas Paradise
• Black Sea
• Carnival Cruise Line
• Celebrity Cruises
• Celestyal
• Club Med
• Coral