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Royal Caribbean Group

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Used to be good, but... - Manager Royal Caribbean Group Employee Review

2.0
Feb 24, 2023
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Pros

Was once an opportunity for growth, opportunity, and learning. Decent benefits. RDF was a great leader to work for.

Cons

With a revolving door of leadership and HR it feels like Groundhog Day every few years when you start from scratch with each new fresh out of university leader trying to prove their worth. Inconsistent policies and constant "exceptions" leading up to, during, and coming out of covid regarding WFH/remote work. Little opportunity for growth in certain departments due to individuals who are comfortable where they are and aren't going anywhere. Lots of petty in-fighting within departments and minimal cross team collaboration leading to massive silos within the org. Communication from HR is limited and appear to be written by a former sorority coms director who now works in PR but moonlights as an HR coms director. It's inconsistent and many times a slap in the face to those employees that know the truth. Company satisfaction survey results are never released, no action plans provided of how improvements are going to be made to areas of deficiency and every time you ask about it HR dances around the question or lies and says "its coming." Accountability is a two way street, if I am to be held accountable for my KPIs then you as a company should be held to yours. DEI is just a number to leaders, real action towards true diversity, equity and inclusion is never taken. Salaries are dismal for those employees that stick around and put in their time, and people brought in at market rates come in at $10k to $30k more than those with 8+ years with the company.

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Excellent employer. I've been working with the company for 7 years, and it has genuinely changed my life for the better. I appreciate the way the company treats its employees and the opportunities it provides. The workload can be demanding, but the benefits and overall support are very good. This lifestyle is not for everyone, but if you're comfortable spending around 6 months at sea followed by 2–3 months on vacation, it can be an amazing career choice. The compensation is solid and allows you to save money, invest, and build long-term financial stability. I would definitely recommend this company to people who enjoy travel, meeting new people, and working in an international environment.

Cons

Cruise ship life is not for everyone. You work every day, and in many positions a full day off is rare. Most crew members share a cabin with a roommate, which can sometimes be challenging. However, these conditions are well known before joining. If you enjoy travel, meeting people from around the world, and are willing to work hard to achieve your financial goals, the experience can be extremely rewarding.

1.0
Jun 6, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Pay is competitive. You get a free cruise.

Cons

The culture here was ok, though not the best. Now with a VERY strict 9-5 policy, the entire company is feeling the grip of the execs. No exceptions for anyone who has a doctors appointment or needs to pick up a kid or adjust their hours slightly to get through life. Many employees have to work extra hours, travel across the world, and work based on other time zones due to projects spanning across the world. No matter, 9-5 or pack your things. Execs are demanding more control, they seem to forget that they placed their office all the way in the traffic zoo of the Port of Miami. No one is happy and now you can hardly get out of the port at a decent time. Would have loved to see some execs and vps fight against this but it seems they only care about protecting themselves, and Mr Liberty is having his way. I hope he enjoys this act of control as it is making his employees miserable. Expect high turn over soon or layoffs, or both. Many of the small benefits have been rolled back without any announcement (food discounts, commuter discounts) without any notice. We have lost the plot, we are selling vacations, not saving lives.

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