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    Norwegian Cruise Line Reviews

    Updated November 14, 2018
    406 reviews

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    Norwegian Cruise Line President and Chief Executive Officer Frank J. Del Rio
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    Pros

    • "You can explore around the world while working onboard" (in 17 reviews)

    • "if you want save money its good working in NCL" (in 28 reviews)

    Cons

    • "Have to be willing to work long hours" (in 55 reviews)

    • "Almost zero work life balance depending on your itinerary" (in 13 reviews)

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    1. "Waiter"

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      Current Employee - Waiter in New York, NY
      Current Employee - Waiter in New York, NY
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      No opinion of CEO

      I have been working at Norwegian Cruise Line full-time (More than 3 years)

      Pros

      an international experience t gain the food and beverage knowledge

      Cons

      There is no downside about this job. its all about then learning experience and earning money.

    2. "I love NCL"

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      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee

      Pros

      Good employer, they treat their employees very good.

      Cons

      Work 7/7, it is very challenging.

      Advice to Management

      NCL is the best Cruise Line ever

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    3. "Personal cruise consultant"

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      Former Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Former Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook

      I worked at Norwegian Cruise Line full-time (More than 3 years)

      Pros

      Lucrative, challenging, team building events, benefits

      Cons

      Long work hours meaning you get in the effort you put

    4. "Lots of hours"

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      Current Employee - Personal Vacation Planner in Mesa, AZ
      Current Employee - Personal Vacation Planner in Mesa, AZ

      I have been working at Norwegian Cruise Line full-time (More than 5 years)

      Pros

      Helping customers with planning their cruise vacations

      Cons

      Long hours; No work life balance

      Advice to Management

      Keep it positive, too much negative

    5. "Not good at all"

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      Current Employee - Audio/Visual Technician
      Current Employee - Audio/Visual Technician
      Doesn't Recommend
      Negative Outlook
      No opinion of CEO

      I have been working at Norwegian Cruise Line full-time (Less than a year)

      Pros

      you get "free" food
      No bills to pay
      Well paid
      Get to talk to the actors and interact with them

      Cons

      No work-life balance
      You don't actually get to see the world, just some small ports, for short time
      Accommodation is not good
      Working with filipinos is not a good experience
      Share bathroom
      People won't help you as a new hire, they will try to take you down
      You can´t do anything on board

    6. "Great place"

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      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Recommends
      Neutral Outlook
      No opinion of CEO

      I have been working at Norwegian Cruise Line full-time

      Pros

      Can work remote which is great

      Cons

      No cons as of yet!

    7. "PCC"

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      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at Norwegian Cruise Line full-time

      Pros

      Great Work Environment, a healthy competitive atmosphere, no tension, and multiple sources of help. Even the SVP is willing to help every employee who asks.

      Cons

      Traffic can be a pain depending on the time of day.

      Advice to Management

      Keep it up!

    8. "Manager"

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      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Current Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at Norwegian Cruise Line full-time

      Pros

      The company is innovative and cares about its team members. The company has been growing consistently over the years. The facilities are nice with a gym and 2 restaurants on campus.

      Cons

      I don't have any cons other than the traffic in the area.

    9. Helpful (1)

      "Poor Leadership"

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      Former Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Former Employee - Anonymous Employee
      Doesn't Recommend
      Negative Outlook
      Disapproves of CEO

      I worked at Norwegian Cruise Line full-time

      Pros

      Perks & Benefits and Cruising

      Cons

      Poor Leadership, so structure, no training and development

      Advice to Management

      Add training, create structure

    10. Helpful (1)

      "Sous Chef"

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      Current Employee - Sous Chef in Honolulu, HI
      Current Employee - Sous Chef in Honolulu, HI
      Doesn't Recommend
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at Norwegian Cruise Line full-time (Less than a year)

      Pros

      Great crew, travel, visit the island

      Cons

      Horbal mangers, 14 to 17hr days, horbal food

      Advice to Management

      Treat employees like humans

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