Is Disney Cruise Line a good company to work for?

Disney Cruise Vacations has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, based on over 288 reviews left anonymously by employees. 68% of employees would recommend working at Disney Cruise Vacations to a friend and 77% have a positive outlook for the business. This rating has decreased by -1% over the last 12 months.



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Disney Cruise Line average salary. The average salary for Disney Cruise Line employees is around $72,099 per year, or $35 per hour. The highest earners in the top 75th percentile are paid over $80,771.

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As a cast member, you can get 40-75% discount off of Disney cruises. The available cruise dates, ships, and ports are listed about 3-4 weeks out on the company HUB page. Your CM discount (20%) works at all the Disney ports and onboard ship! ?? [Note: You must be employed by Disney for 90 days prior to booking cruise.]

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Contract lengths are based on position and operational need and vary from 3 to 8 months. The average contract length for most positions is 4-6 months. Which ship will I work on? Ship placement is dependent on operational needs.

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Crew members attend in-depth training across all areas of the ship to ensure a safe and secure environment. What is the average contract length? Contract lengths are based on position and operational need and vary from 3 to 8 months. The average contract length for most positions is 4-6 months.

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There is an enormous amount of pressure that crew members deal with every single day at sea. It is essential to maintain sanity and a clear mindset when working on cruise ships, regardless of the daily difficulties and high-stress levels that life on board the ship inevitably brings.

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Interview process at Cruise On a scale of 1-10 where 1 is Poor and 10 is Excellent, rating is 5. On a scale of 1-10 where 1 is Easy and 10 is Difficult, rating is 4.

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If you have a strong resume and good soft skills, it's easy to get a job at Disney. You need to find the positions that suit you best and make sure you have the right experience. Some people enter a Disney college program, which means you can intern for the company. Many interns end up working full-time later on.

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FAQ on Cruise Staff Salary A cruise ship crew member for Carnival, Royal Caribbean, or Norwegian Cruise Line can earn an annual average between $16,000 to $20,000. For leadership staff onboard cruise ships, the annual salary can be much higher from $30,000 to $100,000.

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Cruise ship workers are not supposed to hook up with passengers, but that doesn't mean it doesn't happen. It is rare though – most crew follow the rules because they know they'll lose their job if they're caught. You won't be surprised to hear that cruise lines ban crew from having sex with passengers.

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There are crew cabins on several floors, from deck 00 — below sea level — to deck three, though the captain and bridge officers typically live adjacent to the bridge higher up.

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The employee benefits These include everything from free screenings of new film releases, and early finishes in the summer, to 40% off at Disney stores, and even 50% off cruises. Free access to Disney parks (arguably the best perk) along with free passes for friends and family for Disney resorts, are also available.

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Most cruise lines offer their staff free room and board throughout the duration of their contracts. They often cover the costs of basic living expenses, such as water and electricity bills. This allows employees to travel wherever the ship goes, frequently visiting new countries during their free time.

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Benefits and Perks
  • Weekly Pay. Cast members are paid on a weekly basis. ...
  • Health Insurance. Affordable health insurance options, such as medical, dental and vision coverage, may be available for full-time positions.
  • Retirement Programs. ...
  • Paid Time Off. ...
  • Tuition Assistance. ...
  • Wellness Programs. ...
  • CHILD CARE SUPPORT. ...
  • Career Development.


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At the top of the hierarchy are officers: managers and those responsible for navigation. In the middle are staff members, which include workers in entertainment, retail, and guest services. At the bottom are crew members, who are generally responsible for serving guests.

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Do all cruise crew members receive tips? As mentioned above, not all members of the ship staff receive a share of the gratuities paid by passengers. Bartenders, main show entertainers and third-party shop employees are some of the more obvious ones, but they're not the only ones.

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Waiter salaries at P&O Cruises can range from £127 - £874. This estimate is based upon 3 P&O Cruises Waiter salary report(s) provided by employees or estimated based upon statistical methods. When factoring in bonuses and additional compensation, a Waiter at P&O Cruises can expect to make an average total pay of £850 .

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