Keeping Afloat

This is a guided meditation for absolutely everyone. It doesn’t matter if you have practiced before or if this is your first time. It’s easy to follow along. You can perform this practice absolutely anywhere - in your home, outside, or even if you are out and about. Focus on your breath. Be kind to yourself. And most importantly allow yourself to embrace the sounds which surround you, for these ar...

I’m still on board my current ship, and it looks like I’ll be here for a while. But in the meantime I’m also enjoying writing music, new podcasts and taking in the sunshine ☀️. This is also an ode to the industry I know and love so much. I mention some of my favourite ships; Celestyal Olympia (Sunbird) Freedom of the Seas, Queen Mary 2, Celebrity Century, Mercury and Galaxy (Marella Explorer 2, Ma...

The world has changed. The industry I know and love is on a complete pause. Listen in to hear about where ships are headed and what it’s like on board. Plus - my story continues with my first time being at home after my first contract. From handling a family crisis to catching up with the life that I had to put a pause on. This episode chronicles my journey in real time - and my current contract c...

My Mom comes to visit me and delivers news that shakes me to my core. Suddenly, my whole life changes. Plus, in current time, I’m settling into my new ship. Life is all about change, and this episode definitely doesn’t let me forget it. This episode also has exclusive pictures on my Instagram and Facebook pages, so make sure to take a look after you listen. Thanks for tuning in! 🚢 - Kabir. www.in...

My Roommate, Charlie, arrives to the ship, just in time for a cruise to Iceland and Norway. Once the dread of my day, Trivia becomes my new favourite activity after implementing some regulations and a self proclaimed title. Plus we cross the arctic circle - ceremony and all - and I finally find a ship romance. In real life I get ready to head back to work and begin 2020 with a new mindset. As alwa...

2019 was an amazing year - I spent so much time with my family, and worked across two cruise lines. This year was full of hardships are well; and every single one was a learning experience. This is the story of my journey home after a date. It was quite the adventure to say the least. Wishing you a safe and exciting New Year! 🚢🍷 Thanks for listening, now let’s cast off! www.instagram.com/cruised...

Christmas is such a special time of year! It’s a time to bond with family, friends and to be greatful. But, what are the holidays like on board - when you’re away from the people you care about most? It’s different and it takes on a new meaning. Thank you for all of your support this year - please make sure to share the show so we can keep it growing. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays 🎅🏽🎄🎁. T...

My ship is currently in Morocco, plus my parents are aboard. Could life get any better? In just a short while I’ll be headed home for the holidays. In the story, my Dad and Grandmother come to see me aboard my ship in the Baltic. That was an experience like no other. Plus, I transfer to my new ship - and it was like inception; an almost identical ship but with completely different people. Make sur...

A crazy busy two weeks meant I was a bit behind. But we are back! At this part of the story, I’m about to begin my first week as Activity Manager. It was of learning experiences and valuable insight. Plus, I get some great news from back home. Thanks for listening, now let’s cast off! www.instagram.com/cruisedirectorkabir www.facebook.com/cruisedirectorkabir www.cruisedirectorkabir.com © Crusie Di...

A ship never stays in the same place for long. Now it was time for my ship to sail across the Atlantic to our new home port; Amsterdam. That, plus, I get told some career-changing news! Make sure to check out my Facebook page to see the pictures referenced in this episode. Thanks for listening, now let’s cast off! www.instagram.com/cruisedirectorkabir www.facebook.com/cruisedirectorkabir www.cruis...

From being the only Activity Host on board and running around, to getting aboard the biggest cruise ship in the world, I finally feel like I’ve got the hang of this job. Plus a lunch with Angie, my mentor, helps to boost my knowledge of what’s actually going on. Thanks for listening, now let’s cast off! www.instagram.com/cruisedirectorkabir www.facebook.com/cruisedirectorkabir cruisedirectorkabir@...

This episode uncovers my first encounter with politics in the workplace. It’s a hard lesson to learn, but an important one to process. And since I encountered this situation, I’ve learned how to approach problem solving mindfully and with compassion; tools that are essential and invaluable in the workplace. Plus, there are a few other surprises along the way. Check out my Facebook page for exclusi...

In this episode, I finally have a week to absorb all of the information as it arrives; from trainings to a new manager. All of it is brand new and exciting. Plus, I get to meet Dale, the Cruise Director. At the time, this was as daunting as it was informative. I’ll be doing a Q&A show very soon, so make sure to send your questions to me! www.instagram.com/cruisedirectorkabir, www.facebook.com/crui...

My first day on board is met with all sorts of new details and challenges. From not knowing where “Tween Deck” is, to having to do an emergency drill with no training. The switch from being a guest to a crew member is an immense challenge. It is a steep learning curve, but it just makes me think; what did I just do? Am I cut out for this? Amongst all that self doubt was the truth that this would b...

The story of how I started to work on a cruise ship. In February 2015, I decided to follow my passion and take up a life at sea. The goal: to become Cruise Director by the age of 22. But could I handle everything that working on a ship came with? In this first episode get a glimpse into why I did it and what it’s like on my first day.