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Quick chat with... Hotel Steward Administrator Tyson! Q: What inspired you to join the team here? A: I was inspired to join the team because I learnt that this is a small multinational team. This was my first ever cruise line company to work with, and I was warmly welcomed by the family. Q: What do you think is the most important skill that a successful professional need to have? A: Communication Skills, Teamwork and Self Motivation are some of the most important skills that successful professionals need to have. Q: What do you enjoy doing outside of work? A: Outside work hours I like Reading and exploring new places. Q: What's the best trip you've every been and why? A: My best trip until now has been a visit to the Griffin Vulture rescue center in Cres, Croatia. It has given me a whole new perspective about Vultures that we don’t know about. Q: How would your best friend describe you in three words? A: Proactive, Helpful and Reliable. #cruise #cruiselife #cruiseship #cruisejobs #hiring #crew #crewjob #GCCLcareers #CareersatGCCL #GrandCircle

Quick chat with... Cabin Attendant Berco! Q: What inspired you to join the team here? A: Heard from my friends that atmosphere on board was nice. It's like a family. Q: What do you think is the most important skill that a successful professional needs to have? A: First of all a positive attitude and integrity. Q: What do you enjoy doing outside of work? A: Explore places ship visit, take pictures and go out. Q: What's the best trip you've every been and why? A: Cruises from Portimao to Barcelona. All ports and cities are beautiful, full of cultural sites, and of course Sagrada Familia and Barcelona stadium. Q: How would your best friend describe you in three words? A: I'm always told that I'm funny, easy going and disciplined. #cruise #cruiselife #cruiseship #cruisejobs #hiring #crew #crewjob #GCCLcareers #CareersatGCCL #GrandCircle

NEARLY A DECADE IN SUPERYACHTING, YET NEVER A CHIEF STEW In Luxury Yachting, the climb to Chief Stewardess is often seen as the ultimate goal. However, after nearly a decade in this industry, I chose a different path because, for me, career achievement is not defined by this title. I have always preferred my role as 2nd Stew over a Chief Stew role as it offered me other opportunities such as learning to lead but also support, the power of teamwork, being the voice of the crew, honing skills to get the best outcome out of people, and remaining humble. I also had time to study and complete my purser qualification and the perspective to dedicate to my passions outside of the yachts. My non-traditional yachting pathway has impacted my ability to secure "higher" positions. Recently, I have been applying for Purser roles and was told multiple times to be a Chief Stew first, with many agencies and yachts still fixating on previously held titles to determine competency. Such a limitation leads to a narrow perspective that fails to recognise the breadth of talent within the industry. While I can see small steps in the industry changing, with roles like Spa Therapists commanding higher salaries and better work rotations even surpassing those of some Chief Stews, the shift is not yet a general reflection of how our industry values skill and contribution over titles.

Quick chat with... Cabin Attendant Hardi Akin! Q: How did you get into the role you're in today? A: Wanted to make life better for my family decided to look for any job on cruise ships. After working several years on big cruisers I found myself comfortable as cabin attendant on small Grand Circle ships. Q. What's one goal you've reached since joined Grand Circle and you're very proud of? A: I am proud that I was able to send my two daughters to college and will be able to support them until they finish. Also, I have opportunity to build boarding house for rent. Q: How would you describe the working atmosphere at Grand Circle? A: I am very happy working on GCCL ships, even more happy seing other crew members feel the same as me. Pointing out teamwork as crucial, we always support each other and keeping kind of family atmosphere. This makes our contracts easier, do not feel being too long away from families and never feel lonely or depressed. It is great to see how new crew member is guided by all means. Likewise, people in head office are friendly and kind. Q: Could you imagine yourself doing something else instead of what you do now? A. Not really at the moment. Just, maybe working as experienced housekeeper on the land, in some resort and believe would manage it very well. Q: Any advice for new hired crew members? A. If you are interested for job on the ship, try to speak with someone with onboard experience, who will have a time to describe you all details about job, working conditions, free time for explorations around, accommodation and life onboard in general. #cruise #cruiselife #cruiseship #cruisejobs #hiring #crew #crewjob #GCCLcareers #CareersatGCCL #GrandCircle

Tips On How To Apply and Join Cruise Crew at Vikings Tips On How To Apply and Join Cruise Crew at Vikings All crew members, regardless of whether they interact regularly with guests, must be prepared to communicate and work in English language. All crew members are subject to our grooming standards (including #TipsOnHowToApplyandJoinCruiseCrewatVikings

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬, 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞, 𝐢𝐭'𝐬 𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐕 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬: 𝟏. 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: Emphasize any previous experience you have in the hospitality industry, particularly in roles related to customer service, food and beverage, housekeeping, entertainment, or other relevant areas. Use specific examples to demonstrate your skills and achievements in these roles. 𝟐. 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬: Fluency in multiple languages is often highly valued in the cruise industry, especially languages commonly spoken by passengers. Highlight your language proficiency prominently in your CV. 𝟑. 𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬: Even if you don't have direct experience in the cruise industry, emphasize transferable skills that are applicable to onboard roles, such as excellent communication skills, teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities. 𝟒. 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 ��𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: If you have any certifications or training relevant to working on a cruise ship, such as STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers) certification, safety training, or hospitality certifications. 𝟓. 𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐕 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Research the specific cruise line. Highlight experiences and skills that align with the company's values, mission, and job requirements. 𝟔. 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐅𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: Working on a cruise ship often requires flexibility, long hours, and the ability to adapt to changing environments and schedules. Highlight any experiences that demonstrate your ability to thrive in such conditions. 𝟕. 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨: Including a professional photo on your CV is common and can help personalize your application. 𝟖. 𝐔𝐬𝐞 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: Whenever possible, quantify your achievements to provide concrete evidence of your skills and accomplishments. 𝟗. 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲: Working on a cruise ship involves interacting with passengers and crew from diverse cultural backgrounds. Highlight experiences that demonstrate your cultural sensitivity, adaptability, and ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment. 𝟏𝟎. 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲: Pay close attention to the application instructions provided by the cruise line, and ensure that your CV is formatted and submitted according to their requirements. Failure to follow instructions could result in your application being overlooked.

This week I have had a lot of Junior Stewardesses come to me feeling demotivated. Don’t worry, you are not alone! Breaking into this industry can feel like an impossible task. Here are some tips to help you feel more inspired: Network: Connect with industry professionals on platforms like LinkedIn, attend yacht shows and events, and join online forums to expand your network and learn about job opportunities. Perfect Your Resume: Tailor your resume to highlight relevant skills and experiences. Emphasize teamwork, adaptability, and a strong work ethic – all essential qualities in the yachting industry. Be Persistent: Landing your first job may take time and perseverance. Don't get discouraged by rejection – use it as motivation to keep improving and applying. Every successful Stewardess started somewhere. Stay determined, stay passionate, and soon things will happen! 😊 Still need advice? Feel free to get in touch! robbi@wilsonhalligan.com #yachting #yachtcrew #yachtstewardess

I enjoy leaving #reviews. I tend to notice the individuals who often go #unnoticed. I like to highlight the behind-the-scenes #staff who actually play a significant role in providing good service. This time, I shared my thoughts about the #Costa #cruise crew. We had an exceptional cabin steward. He was actually the one who gave us a #personalized #experience, and, most importantly, he preserved the holiday feeling even when we encountered issues with other cruise staff. We were lucky to have Chelfin who did way more than expected! However, Costa Crociere S.p.A. made it super complicated to write a review for a specific person. I was told I needed to write it on a paper with the Costa logo. Okay, that meant waiting 20 minutes in line to get the paper, then writing the review and waiting 20 minutes in line to give the review to the customer service desk. Well... The person at the desk was so busy, and there were so many people in line, so I had a feeling they might not register or do anything with this review letter. Therefore, I requested them to double-check if they put these letters in some system. Let's just say you have to be very motivated to write this kind of review for a specific person, and hopefully, they appreciate these behind-the-scenes heroes dearly. ❤️ PS - In a few months, you will find our experience story as a family traveling with small kids on a cruise ship published in Latvian media. #reviews #customerservice #servicedesign #greatemployees #behindthescenes #costacruise #cruise #familyholiday #cruising #servicedesign #humanexperience #appreciatepeoplearoundyou #lindawrites #theessenceofpeople #crewexperience #cruisecrew #media #magazine

Did you know that the current global fleet distribution shows that only about 6.8% of the total fleet are yachts over 50m in size, representing a more exclusive, high-end segment of the yachting industry? Even though this segment is smaller in numbers, it’s important to keep in mind that larger yachts will need more crew and will have more comprehensive crew roles. In yachts over 50m in size is where roles such as Purser, Head of Housekeeping, Head of Service, multiple Chefs, Spa Therapists, etc. will appear. Crew for these yachts will therefore need to have a more specialised set of skills, as these vessels can offer more complex features and amenities than their smaller counterparts. It’s a good reminder, however, to keep realistic expectations when looking for work. Data was sourced from BOAT International Media #superyachtcrew #yachtcrew #superyachts #yachtingindustry