- Chris Libreros worked on a cruise ship for eight months after working in the hotel industry.
- He said he was shocked by the crew’s rigorous work schedule, lack of free time, and low pay.
- The experience wasn’t worth it despite traveling to Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand, he told Insider.
This as-told-to essay is based on conversations with Chris Libreros, who worked for a major US cruise line from March to November 2022. He has chosen to exclude his employer’s name, but his position has been verified by Insider. The following has been edited for length and clarity.
I’ve lived in Miami my entire life, so I’ve always watched the cruise ships go in and out of…
