Tour Expert – Work & Travel Onboard International Cruise Ships
Location: Onboard international cruise ships (various global destinations)
Contract Type: Fixed-term (approximately 5 months ± 1 month)
Start Date: Upon completion of required onboarding and training
Salary: €2,268/month gross (including base salary, bonus, and benefits)
Accommodation, Travel & Meals: Fully covered by employer
Join Our Team as a Tour Expert and Travel the World
We are seeking enthusiastic and service-oriented Tour Experts to join our international team onboard cruise ships sailing across the globe. This is a unique opportunity to combine your passion for travel, guest service, and sales in a dynamic, multicultural environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Promote and sell excursion packages onboard in line with revenue targets
- Assist guests during shore excursions, ensuring smooth coordination and safety
- Prepare and distribute tour materials such as tickets, maps, and identification stickers
- Provide language support and translations during excursions when required
- Report guest feedback, preferences, and requests to the Tour Manager
- Monitor guest behavior and adherence to safety protocols during tours
- Support guests who are ill or injured in accordance with company procedures
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- High school diploma in Tourism, Languages, or related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
- Prior experience in sales; tour operator or hospitality background is a plus
- Fluency in English and Italian (spoken and written)
- Fluency in either German or French (required)
- Additional language skills (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, or Chinese) are an asset
- Confident with Microsoft Office applications
- Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to live and work onboard a cruise ship for the full contract period
- Ability to complete mandatory STCW safety training (approx. 10 days, completed in home country)
What We Offer:
- Competitive monthly gross salary of €2,268
- All travel to and from the ship arranged and paid for by the company
- Free onboard single cabin accommodation and meals
- Access to crew facilities such as gym, bar, beach, and internet lounge
- Discounts for crew and visitor passes for friends and family
- Career development opportunities and promotion paths
- A diverse and inclusive work environment with over 17,000 employees from 70+ nationalities
- Opportunity to visit and explore unique global destinations while working
Apply now to start your journey with us and become part of an international team dedicated to delivering unforgettable guest experiences.
Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 5 months
Pay: €2,200.00 - €2,300.00 per month
