Jobs with Cruise West - Out of Business

This Company Went Out of Business in 2010

Cruise West was a company that specialized in smaller ship excursions. It was a family-owned company that focused on the destination, as opposed to the amenities available on the ship. Getting up close to see the scenery and wildlife was an integral part of their small ship cruising experience.

At the most, a Cruise West ship accommodated 138 guests, which created a more intimate atmosphere than on a large cruise ship. Guests were encouraged to interact with each other and the crew as they share their experiences. Wildlife detours are not only common, but were to be expected when booking a cruise with this now defunct company.

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Cruise West's Former Fleet

The company welcomes guests on the following ships:

1. Amadeus Diamond
2. Corinthian II
3. Galapagos Explorer II
4. Pacific Explorer
5. Spirit of '98
6. Spirit of Adventure
7. Spirit of Alaska
8. Spirit of Columbia
9. Spirit of Endeavour
10. Spirit of Oceanus
11. Spirit of Yorktown
12. Via Australis

Cruise West's Former Destinations

People interested in booking a cruise with Cruise West could choose from one of the following destinations:

• Alaska
• British Columbia
• Columbia and Snake Rivers
• Europe
• Galapagos
• Hudson River
• Intercostal Waterway
• Mexico's Sea of Cortes
• Mississippi River
• Panama Canal and Costa Rica
• Patagonia
• St. Lawrence Seaway
• Voyages of the Great Explorers

The small ships visited ports that the larger cruise ships can't access. Cruise West took the time to develop relationships with local people. Each stop included an excursion on shore or a highlight of some kind. The captain of the ship had enough flexibility in the schedule to take the time to stop to look at interesting sights along the way. It could be observing a group of whales, some interesting scenery or a beautiful rainbow. This type of cruise is a good choice for travelers who want a more personalized experience where the journey is just as important as the destination.

What's the difference between seeing Alaska on a mammoth luxury cruise liner versus seeing Alaska with the former Cruise West? This video tells it all:

Working for Cruise West

Cruise West was on the lookout for people interested in a challenging, but rewarding, employment experience. The following are some examples of jobs the company used to actively looking to fill:

• Assistant Chef
• Assistant Engineer
• Bartender
• Captain
• Chef
• Chief Mate
• Cruise Sales Consultant
• Deckhand
• Dishwasher
• Guest Service Representative
• Second Mate
• Senior Manager, Hotel Operations

This company hired for many seasonal positions in Alaska and the U.S. Pacific Northwest, and for corporate, shore-based jobs too.

 

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