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Crews Critics is a rating and review site where you can register anonymous profiles to complete surveys and submit your own reviews about your experiences working on cruise ships. We will keep you updated with industry news, job postings, recruitment agencies, salaries, and other requests that you have so that we can support you. There will also be an entire forum devoted to rating the crew amenities, food, leadership and more and you will be able to cast your anonymous votes.

Anonymity is so important to people, and we see a greater need for an outlet where we can also review our ship life experiences without that fear of retaliation. So we are very proud to announce the partnership of Crew Center and Crews Critics. With the popularity of Crew Center’s followers, and the not for profit work that Crews Critics did as the "Sea Me Foundation" in 2019 (to expose the violations and the high number of sexual assaults onboard), we have some huge aspirations. We know that people rely upon their jobs and that there is a lot of fun that comes along with working and traveling, and there is no better camaraderie than those of ship friends! We want this website to bring you friendships, new connections, career networking, smiles and laughter. We also want to be fully transparent to the world about what needs changing, so that crew wellness finally gets the much-needed attention that you all deserve.

And it's not just for crew. Without the passengers, we wouldn't be here! So there is a dedicated passenger area that can also participate and just like onboard, there are passenger only and crew only areas. There are also places we can all come together so that we can have guest and passenger support, working together for a better tomorrow. We won't say it looks easy, but we are confident that Crews Critics will be the biggest cruise community online and we can't wait to engage with you.

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Thread 'Discrimination against male crew members on a large scale.'
Men are being discriminated against many times and this should be addressed. Investigations a most of the times, conducted when women accused fellow male crew members of harassment but such is not the case when men reports the same violation of company's policy. After several years in the company, I truly enjoyed working for, I was dismissed based on lies and retaliation after first reporting harassment behaviors by a female towards me, to a security officer. I was told I should not go...
Thread 'Norwegian Sky Abusive Scheduling and Manipulated Rest Time TO BOOST THE SHIPS RATINGS IN THE FLEET'
We received a message from concerned crew member on Norwegian Sky, requesting anonymity due to fear of retaliation. The crew member describes a toxic work environment marked by grueling schedules, manipulated opportunities for rest, and unfair competition systems. The message highlights how management allegedly prioritizes fleet rankings over crew well-being, leaving many crew members overworked and unable to enjoy rest or shore time. Here is the message: I just want to share what's the...
Thread 'Best Restaurants/Bars'
The Caribbean offers a vibrant culinary scene, with diverse options for cruise ship passengers. Here are some top-rated restaurants and bars: Fine Dining: Graycliff Restaurant (Nassau, Bahamas): World-renowned for its extensive wine cellar and exquisite Caribbean-inspired cuisine. The Cliff (Barbados): Perched on a cliff overlooking the ocean, offering stunning views and upscale dining. Le Bouchon (St. Barts): Classic French bistro with a romantic ambiance and a focus on fresh, seasonal...
Thread 'Next Assignment Delays'
I would like not to disclose my identity. I'm from India and a crew member of MSC Cruises dining department. On October 30th, I disembarked from one of their cruise ships. It's been two months that I haven't received or heard anything from the Indian agency regarding the next joining. I am sending this letter here with great sadness and pain. Many people who came before me are worried without even a date to return. I have contacted many people who know me and have been waiting for a call...
Thread 'Written Warnings - Explaining the process (official) process - what did you experience?'
Cruise Lines use written warnings as a disciplinary measure for crew members who violate company rules or policies. Here's some of the reasons why they issue them: Maintain Order and Safety: Warnings help ensure a safe and orderly working environment for both crew and passengers. Address Performance Issues: They address issues like poor work performance, absenteeism, insubordination, and safety violations. Document Corrective Action: They provide a formal record of disciplinary action...
Thread '4 to 5  months vacation and changes in appointed joining dates'
Hello, i wish to stay anonymous.I work in the HK dept for MSC Cruises. I disembarked from MSC Fantasia in August 2024 and was handed an appointment letter to rejoin the same vessel in January 2025. After almost 4months vacation, I got a call from my agency for contract signing procedures and flight tickets. No changes was made in my embarkation schedule at that time. One week later, my agency called me to inform that my joining date was changed and there is also a change in vessel. Much to...
Thread 'Video: Passenger Arrested After Spraying Chemical in Crew Member's Face'
A shocking incident aboard Virgin Voyages' Valiant Lady resulted in the arrest of a passenger who attacked a young female crew member. According to police, the crew member was assaulted without provocation, as the passenger sprayed a chemical into her face. The injuries were severe enough to require hospitalization, with concerns that the victim might lose her eyesight. The video, captured on body cam, was shared by J on his YouTube channel The Shiplife. Body Cam Footage Shows Passenger...
Thread 'Addressing Overweight Requirements and Double Standards on Cruise Ships'
We recently received a message from a crew member, highlighting a concerning issue regarding overweight requirements. This topic deserves attention, as it raises questions about fairness, regulation, and the enforcement of policies across different nationalities or roles. How are overweight requirements regulated on cruise ships? Are these standards applied equally to all crew members, or are certain nationalities and positions exempt? Most importantly, are such policies being misused to...

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