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Entertainment Host
Role summary
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The Entertainment Host welcomes guests and helps create an enjoyable onboard atmosphere through activities, games, social events, announcements, quizzes and other entertainment programs. Candidates should be confident public speakers, outgoing, energetic and comfortable engaging with people from different countries. Previous experience in hospitality, entertainment, events, recreation or customer service is useful, while cruise experience is an advantage. Strong English communication skills are normally required, with additional languages highly valued. The role demands teamwork, professionalism, flexibility and the ability to work long, varied hours at sea. Successful candidates are expected to deliver friendly service, follow safety procedures, represent the company positively and remain enthusiastic in busy environments.
Can I work on cruise ships?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: No host-country permit: a seafarer medical, safety training, a seaman's book, a US crew visa and a Schengen visa.
Watch for: Recruitment fees are banned on ships.
Official source: US Department of State: crewmember visa. Checked October 2026.
What the job usually comes with on cruise ships
Usual for cruise ships, varies by employer. Checked October 2026.
| Housing | Free cabin, usually shared |
|---|---|
| Meals | Free (by law) |
| Flights | Joining and home flights usually paid; free repatriation (by law) |
| Service charge | Passenger service charges pooled on many lines |
| Contract | 6 to 9 months on board, about 2 months unpaid between contracts |
| Leave | 2.5 days a month, often paid as cash |
| Income tax | Usually not withheld; depends on your home country |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys is a luxury ocean travel brand created by the MSC Group. It focuses on refined, spacious ships, personalized service and destination-led experiences rather than traditional mass-market cruising. The company combines hotel-style hospitality with contemporary design, fine dining, wellness, entertainment and carefully planned shore experiences. Its guests generally expect attentive service, discretion and a high standard of presentation. Explora Journeys operates internationally, giving crew members the opportunity to work with colleagues and travelers from many backgrounds. Employees typically receive onboard accommodation, meals and access to crew facilities, although contracts, benefits and salary vary by position and nationality. The company looks for people who are polished, guest-focused, adaptable and comfortable working in a multicultural marine environment.