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Stay up to date with the latest cruise crew news and stories. From behind-the-scenes life at sea and crew member experiences to onboard incidents and heroic moments, get the inside look at the people who keep cruise ships running.

Celebrity Cruises News

Crew Members Held at Sea Lose Legal Battle Against Cruise Line

Melissa Mayntz -
Issues from the COVID-19 pandemic continue to impact cruise lines, but Celebrity Cruises has won this particular case from former employees.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Cruising Duck Contest Sparks Debate Over Crew Participation

Melissa Mayntz -
Some very special cruising ducks aboard Carnival ships are bringing up the question of whether the crew should be permitted to join in.
Cruise News

Crew Members Share What Happens if They Get Fired

Catie Kovelman -
Former crew members have been candidly sharing what happened when they or their friends got fired from their jobs working on cruise ships.
Cruise Tipping & Gratuities

How Much Should You Tip Crew Members?

Melissa Mayntz -
I've been on dozens of cruises, so here's how much I think you need to be tipping the crew and who not to tip!
First Time Cruisers

Which Crew Members Will You Meet on Your Next Cruise?

Catie Kovelman -
I take a look at the crew members you may come across during your cruise, including housekeeping, officers, and those you may never have thought of!
How Cruise Ships Work

How Much Cruise Ship Captains Earn — And What Their Job Really Involves

Emrys Thakkar -
Often viewed as one of the most important jobs during a cruise, find out what a typical cruise ship captain salary is and what the position entails.
Royal Caribbean News

Star of the Seas’ Youngest (and Cutest) Crew Member Has Arrived!

Melissa Mayntz -
Royal Caribbean received a very special Valentine's Day gift destined for Star of the Seas when the ship debuts in August.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Clarifies Best Way to Offer Gifts to Crew Members

Melissa Mayntz -
Carnival crew members are not permitted to keep items left behind in staterooms, but why not? Learn how to offer gifts properly.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Cruise Line Clears Up Use of Unique Bills for Crew Tips

Melissa Mayntz -
Carnival Cruise Line has cleared up some confusion about an unusual denomination and whether or not it can be used for tipping.
Carnival Cruise News

Popular Carnival Crew Member Moving Up to New Position

Melissa Mayntz -
A new cruise director has been named for Carnival Cruise Line, a full promotion that has been a long time coming!
Royal Caribbean News

Guests Sue Royal Caribbean After Crew Member’s Secret Cameras

Donna Tunney -
Guests sue Royal Caribbean after a crew member secretly filmed them with a hidden camera on Symphony of the Seas.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Responds to Complaints About Tipping Crew Members

Catie Kovelman -
A woman wrote to Carnival Ambassador John Heald to complain about being guilted into tipping the crew members.
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