Visiting the Coba Ruins in Mexico is a must when visiting the Riviera Maya, but finding updated visitors’ information can be difficult. Like most travel-related things, the pandemic has created some confusion about what’s open and available to be visited as countries and attractions open back up. While many places around the world are still not accepting...
If you’ve finally secured your first ship contract, congrats! Now you’re probably wondering what to pack when working on a cruise ship. After getting a job on cruise ships and working onboard for a little over three years across six ships, I’ve put together this crew packing list for first-timers to help out any new seafarers looking for a bit of...
After traveling through all 7 continents and 7 seas, I'm sharing how I did it and about the jobs that paid me to travel the world.
Sharing how I got paid to live in Antarctica, how to get a job on the ice, and everything you need to know about life at McMurdo Station. With a lot of Bourdain quotes.
Ever wondered what cruise ship crew life is really like or if working on ships is worth it? Keep reading to find out all the good and bad that comes with living at sea!
From December 2015 to March 2016, I was able to cruise around the world for free by working as a volunteer teacher onboard Peace Boat’s 90th voyage on its cruise liner, the Ocean Dream. We circumnavigated the Southern Hemisphere, traveling to 17 countries throughout Asia, Africa, South America, and Oceania. Cape Town, South Africa To say that the 105-day experience...
Sharing how I got paid to live in Japan by teaching ESL plus the benefits and challenges I experienced. Find out if teaching in Japan is right for you.
Considering working for AEON? Find everything you need to know about what it's like teaching with AEON and all the pros and cons that come with the job.
I’ve been lucky enough to visit Curaçao on several of the ships I worked on throughout the years, and after countless trips to the beautiful island over the years, I’ve put together this Curaçao cruise port guide to answer the most common questions I get asked. Table of ContentsHow Much Should I Pack for My First Contract?What to Pack in Your Carry-On Essential...
This post is part 22 of a series of stories recounting all the ups and downs of my ~6 year journey around the world to all seven continents and seven seas.