This post is a curated collection of seafarer quotes – written for and by those of us who know what it’s like to live and work offshore.

What do you do when a difficult crew member is always there – sharing your cabin, working your shift, or making life onboard feel heavier than it should?

Lessons I learnt before and during my cruise ship contracts. From packing, seasickness, and shore leave to money, crew life, and everything in between.

Why are cruise ships staffed by people of so many nationalities? It’s about economics, culture, and logistics – and the beauty of global collaboration.

If you're exploring cruise ship jobs or entry-level roles with no experience, here's how the departments and positions are typically structured.

I forget I have scoliosis – until a photo or a medical exam reminds me. Life as a seafarer aboard cruise ships means proving I’m fit for duty, again and again.

How crew cabin assignments work on cruise ships, why sharing a room is almost always the norm at sea, and what to expect from your roommate situation.

You don’t need fancy software to manage your money onboard – just a simple system that works for shore leave, snacks, and those (un)predictable crew bar nights.

Assigned to a new cruise ship, I joined its maiden voyage and inaugural sailing from the Netherlands to Hong Kong – a journey of long hours and sea-bound days.

How simple living on cruise ships taught me minimalism – the surprising joy of needing less at sea, and how this lightness stayed with me back on land.

I started investing too late, but I’m doing it anyway. Working at sea made me realise saving isn’t enough. It's time for seafarers to build financial security.

And then there it is – the ship. A short walk across the gangway, and suddenly you’re not just a person anymore, you’ve signed on as cruise ship crew.

In this post, I’ll share the real pros and cons of working on a cruise ship – the things that made it worthwhile, and the moments that nearly made me quit.

A look at what life is like inside cruise ship crew quarters – from fluorescent corridors to shared spaces where rest, routine, and community unfold.

The real things to do in Hong Kong on shore leave – between panic shopping and rare peaceful moments. Victoria Peak hikes, quiet gardens, and chaotic markets.

Saving money on a cruise ship isn’t about strict budgeting. Here’s how I cut costs, avoided impulse spending, and stayed on track with my financial goals.

Go behind the scenes into the compact world of cruise ship crew cabins – where space is tight, walls are thin, and every corner becomes your own.