Since Royal Caribbean was founded, over 40 years ago, we have been recognized as a leader in the cruise industry. During these years, our company has evolved in many ways; however, its essence remains the same: We always strive to provide our guests with the best vacation through excellence and innovation.

 

Our history is a succession of exciting moments.

 

Here we share some of our milestones:

1969 Royal Caribbean Cruise Line is founded by three prominent Norwegian shipping companies. By 1970, our first ship – Song of Norway- makes its maiden voyage (in 1978, she is the first ship to be “stretched” when an 85-foot section was added).

1971 to 1982 Nordic Prince, Sun Viking, and Song of America enter service.

1984 ShipShape is introduced; it is the first program incorporating fitness incentives to the onboard activities. 1986 Labadee, Royal Caribbean’s own exclusive destination, opens on the north coast of Hispaniola. 1988 Royal Caribbean and Admiral Cruises merge. At the same time, Sovereign of the Seas is launched signaling the beginning of a growth period in which Royal Caribbean triples in size.

1992 Our environmental program “Save the Waves” is formally launched.

1993 Royal Caribbean goes public, trading in the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “RCL”.

1997 Royal Caribbean Cruise Line changes its name to Royal Caribbean International to reflect its global operation and itineraries. 1999 Voyager of the Seas is launched and celebrates the title as “the world’s largest ship”.

2001 Radiance of the Seas enters service and is Royal Caribbean’s first ship with gas turbines.

2002 GOLD Anchor Service is launched to emphasize the outstanding, friendly service offered to our guests. 2004 Royal Caribbean receives an Achievement in Culinary Excellence Award from the American Culinary Federation, Inc.

2006 Freedom of the Seas sets sail for the first time. Liberty of the Seas and Independence of the Seas complete this class by 2008.

2009 Oasis of the Seas is launched, and with a guest capacity of 5,400 guests and a gross tonnage of 220,000 it is the biggest ship in the world. In 2010, its sister ship, Allure of the Seas enters service with great news for the whole family: a partnership with Dreamworks that takes entertainment to a new level. As we continue moving forward, transforming the cruise industry, we invite you to explore career opportunities that could put you at the center of our story.  

 

Picture this: Smiling guests, applause from your team... and the knowledge that every achievement can (will!) lead to another. At Royal Caribbean, we enthusiastically celebrate your accomplishments through recognition and career advancement. Recognition and Career Advancement We believe in recognizing those employees who constantly strive to make every vacation the vacation of a lifetime. With awards available at all levels, every team member has the opportunity to be part of the GOLD Recognition Program.

 

Awards and recognition include:    

• GOLD " V.I.C. (Very Important Crew Member) Card" - A recognition to those "Delivering the Wow"    

• GOLD Premier Award - Employee of the Month.   

• GOLD Distinction Award - Employee of the Year.    

• The Power of One Idea - Inspiring and Awarding Inspiration    

• GOLD Anchor Award - Service Awards.

 

We also realize the importance of a sincere 'Thank you'; this is why we foster an environment of mutual respect and appreciation. Another way to express how much we value our employees is through our promotions and transfer processes.

At Royal Caribbean International, we believe in providing our team with the tools and training necessary to reach their potential. We have countless success stories of crew members who have developed professionally through our career advancement programs.

In the last year alone, we celebrated over 2,000 promotions! Consideration for advancement and transfers is generally available upon successful completion of the first contract. Benefits If you join our team, you will soon discover the many benefits of living and working onboard. From visiting amazing places and learning about different cultures to advancing your career by being part of one of the largest hospitality operations in the world. Every day is an opportunity to deliver the WOW!

 

 

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Living onboard gives you the opportunity to enjoy limited living expenses, since meals, accommodations, and medical attention are provided at no cost to you while you are working onboard our incredible ships. Other benefits - like medical insurance, life insurance, long-term/short-term disability, cruising privileges, and paid vacations - are also available, based on position. Work - Life Balance Working onboard is hectic but it can also be fun! Being a 24/7 operation, the work hours are long and you work every day during your contract; however, there is always time to rest and plenty of opportunities to explore the ports of call.

To help our crew members having a good work-life balance, we have several crew amenities and activities for them to enjoy while onboard. Long work hours, long vacations. A unique benefit of a shipboard career is the opportunity to be on vacations for weeks at a time. While with most land-based opportunities, vacation time might be limited - or interrupted - because of operational emergencies, vacation time away from a shipboard position is truly a time to disconnect and recharge.

 

Traveling to exciting destinations, making friends from around the world, enjoying minimum living expenses... Sounds like a plan! What you might also be wondering about is how you would get paid.

Here is some useful information: Payday Most employees will be paid in cash (in US dollars) twice a month. Employees earning gratuities will receive their tips twice a month, in addition to the base salary.

For positions with bonus potential, bonus earnings will be paid on a quarterly basis. Please keep in mind that you would be responsible for any taxes due to your country of origin.

For United States citizens or Resident Aliens, or employees who make their home in the United States, federal taxes will be automatically deducted. However, the company does not pay S

ocial Security taxes on behalf of its shipboard employees, as it is the responsibility of the individual to pay.

Banking There are many options to secure your earnings while at sea:    

• Wire money home directly from the ship into a bank account, through our Shipboard Employee Wire Transfer program    

• Obtain a crew safety deposit box onboard    

• Purchase an international money order from the Crew Purser    

 

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