Crews Critics Forum

01/01/2026

Part 1 is definitely unfiltered, explicit, and entertaining if you like Erotica. It spotlights the promiscuous culture of many (not all) crew onboard. The author proudly expresses her sexual curiosity and exploration.

Part 2 takes us into the "how and why" the author paved what she describes as reclaiming her empowerment after trauma. It highlights cultural differences in relationships and monogamy, abuse of privilege and authority, systemic issues, and a lack of accountability and lack of enforcement of MLC laws.

Trigger warning: while the author carefully separates "pleasure from pain and power", there are several mentions of events that some may find emotionally harmful, including assault. Reader discretion is advised.

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10/12/2025

Men in Maritime Careers (all genders also welcome)

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13/10/2025

Cruise Ship Job Interviews

Register as a free member at www.crewscritics.ca and confirm your email (check spam). Then visit the members only job board page and apply. Your cv is automatically forwarded to my Cast-a-way Cruise and Resort Hiring Agency email and you will receive a reply from my Cast-a-way email within a time. The interview will begin in approximately 1 hour.

09/10/2025

Your background check is one of the most critical things to get right. You can't rely on the people you list. You have to contact all of them first. Contact your employers, HR, and references. Make sure that you agree with the dates of employment and that positions held are the same title you list. Ensure that your references will say positive things. People assume references will be positive just because they agree, but a lot of people just don't know how to say no. They would rather avoid conflict or awkwardness. Ask, would you feel comfortable being a reference and based on what you know about me, how might you respond? Let them know politely that you are okay if they prefer not to.
It's incredibly hard to regain your start date if your background check is rejected. You have to contact First Advantage and they are the only ones who can speak to the rejection, but RCI is the only one who can give you a new LOE.
You typically have to wait 6 months and reapply, with no guarantee that you will be rehired.

Other things that could arise
- overstaying your visa
- credit checks
- criminal record

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Join my website for more tips, job openings on behalf of Cast-a-way Cruise and Resort Hiring Agency, cruise career coaching, and Crew Reviews or to get in contact with me.

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05/10/2025

Did you know that you can submit reviews on Crewscritics.ca? Read what other crew have to say about working onboard with their companies. Sign up as a free member to submit reviews, get early access to job opportunities and connections to a recruitment agent!

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16/09/2025

DON'T MISS OUT!

Crewscritics is moving to a new platform! When you register for an account YOU GET ACCESS TO MORE PAGES ON THE SITE.

Register for your free account today to get access to private pages such as

- job opportunities
- discounts on products
- ability to write reviews about your company
- discounted rates to advertise on our Site or sell your products on our online store
- post your industry related podcasts or YouTube videos

Without an account, you can only

- read reviews from other crew
- access crew resources and development

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29/08/2025

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12/08/2025

Have you or a loved one experienced trauma on a cruise ship?

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As an academy-trained professional coach, she combines academic expertise with firsthand experience navigating the aftermath of cruise ship tragedies. This powerful combination allows her to offer guidance and understanding that others may lack—because she knows the specific challenges and emotional impact these situations can bring.

You don’t have to face this alone.
Reach out today and request to speak with our Coaching Admin.
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12/08/2025

Don't forget to register as a member at www.crewscritics.com
Complete surveys about your cruise line and read about others so you know what you're signing up for!
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Our mission for Crews Critics is to “charter” this cruise forum as advocates, until the word charter is defined more importantly to the maritime world as the Charter of Seafarers' crew rights, than it is as revenue targets to fill their ships.

12/08/2025

Cruise Ship Jokes