Day In The Life Of A Cruise Ship Dancer

Okay so I thought it was about time that I share more about actual cruise life. This is what a busy day in the life of this cruise ship dancer looks like:

9am: Possible deck sale if it’s a sea day. I picked up another job working occasional special sales for the shops. I absolutely love it since I have a ton of retail, fashion and PR experience. Very fun.

11:45: Notes and rehearsal if we have a show that night.

1pm: Lunch, coffee, TV.

2:30pm: Teach a ballroom dance class to passengers. I’ve never taught before so it’s quite an experience, but I’m learning a lot at the same time so it’s rewarding.

3:30pm: Gym. Basically, if you see some blonde chick kicking Rockette style next to the treadmills, it’s me.

6pm: Din.  

8pm: Show time!

10pm: Show time again!

11pm: “Midnight” buffet followed by sleep, Apples to Apples or having some fun in the OB.

If it’s not a busy day or it’s a port day I’m either sleeping or exploring. There is a lot of free time which can make you crazy, but I try to stay occupied. I read a lot and started writing my own book as well. I’m counting down the months until I’m home while taking advantage of my awesome job and traveling while I can. Dancing on a cruise ship is a sweet deal if you can get past the homesick part (which can be terrible at times!) Free food, free gym, free laundry, free travel, performing is great and the people are usually really sweet!