Cruise Retail Academy Reviews 

500
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Evaluating 260 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the courses for being interesting, clear, and comprehensive, effectively preparing them for their careers. Many people appreciate the practical, engaging modules with relatable examples, which boost confidence and make complex topics easy to understand. The flexible learning pace and informative content are frequently highlighted as valuable aspects of the user experience. Reviewers commend the staff for their professionalism, dedication, and supportive guidance throughout the learning process. People often mention the personalized interactions and the team's ability to provide accessible, quality education that opens doors for career advancement. The overall service is described as excellent, with many expressing gratitude for the helpful and motivating support received.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

very interesting courses,easy and teaching us more before one day we find our self onboard,free of charge that is hardly to find..this is actual amazing.I learned so much courses and so i am ready t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am so grateful for this incredible opportunity to start my career at sea. The wait for a few months was absolutely worth it. I can’t wait to meet the guests, serve them and help them find the pe... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The cruise Retail Academy has been very helpful.The training modules are clear, practical. These modules are straightforward I enjoyed them. They also helped my confidence and helped me understand wh... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

There aren't enough words to explain CRA's work. Robi and Adrian are doing an incredible job. Their courses are comprehensive and truly prepare us for what we need. They were the company I entrusted w... See more

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Company details

  1. Recruitment Service
  2. Cruise Agency
  3. Recruiter
  4. Training School

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Looking for the best start to working in the cruise inudstry? Our goal is a simple one... to find, mentor and grow the best talent to step onboard the cruise industry, in the best way possible. ​ To do this, we aim to support our cruise professionals who work onboard with a unique online hub in professional development, recruitment, leadership, sharing success and brand training. ​ As experts in our sector, Cruise Retail Academy and our careers platform Academy Onboard is here to do something really new and exciting for our industry. For the first time, we will build positive direct partnerships between brands, operators and professionals.  Have a look through our website to learn how we plan to do this, and how we can support you to grow. ​ Trust us with your journey onboard. ​ Thank you!


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4.9

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great

The communication was pretty smooth and felt a lot of support. I felt I was given a great deal of information to make the best decision.

12 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent training and support

Excellent training and support! Cruise Retail Academy delivers practical knowledge, real-life insights, and the confidence to succeed in cruise retail. Truly a career game-changer!
Cruise Retail Academy offers the perfect balance of professional expertise and genuine support. The training is engaging, full of real-life insights, and designed to bring out the best in you. I left the program feeling confident, prepared, and inspired to achieve great results in cruise retail. Truly an experience that opens doors and builds careers!

10 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cruise retailers encyclopaedia

Excellent platform and content for people who want to know more about cruise retail and life on board. Super easy to navigate. Podcast was a cherry on the cake which became my morning radio station :)

9 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Clear & Concise

The information was clear and concise outlining strategic methods of execution. Having seen similar roles during my time on ships it clarified the mission objectives of the various trainers that I have met and worked with over the years.

6 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All area’s were covered regarding the…

All area’s were covered regarding the entire process from start to finish, reading through this course bought back so many memories and it made me feel good knowing I knew most of the answers when taking the test at the end.
Very well put together

5 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I found thWell-Structured Course That Inspires Further Learninge Introduction to Whisky…

I found the Introduction to Whisky course very informative and well-organized. The lessons are clear and cover a wide range of important topics, from the history of whisky to production techniques. The use of videos and quizzes helped keep me engaged and made learning easier. Completing the course at my own pace was a big plus.
Cruise Retail Academy is doing a great job providing accessible, quality education in a specialized field. Their course content is comprehensive, and the platform is user-friendly. I also appreciated their prompt responses to any questions and their focus on transparency and trust with students.

3 August 2025
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Reply from Cruise Retail Academy

Thank you for your detailed and engaging feedback Ntandazo, much appreciated! We are glad you are gaining good benefit out of the E-Academy free courses.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Craftmanship

Having the experience of making my own costume pieces this course was so insightful... The whole production line to create such craftmanship ...I would love selling this beautiful pieces. Wow

2 August 2025
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Thanks for your feedback Charlene, glad you found the Majorica jewelry academy useful! Keep on learning....

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cruise Retail Workshop a Must

The presentation was very lively and informative. The academy is doing very well in keeping us well informed. The courses are well laid out and easy to understand.

1 August 2025
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Reply from Cruise Retail Academy

Thanks for your feedback Mercy!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to follow and very informative

Easy to follow and very informative, for someone who hasn’t written a CV for many years, I know feel confident to start.

21 July 2025
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Reply from Cruise Retail Academy

This is great to hear Nikki, we value your feedback

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cruise retail academy is the best I…

Cruise retail academy is the best I wish I knew them earlier I would be a polished retailer by now 🙂.The course was very informative I'm learning a lot thank you Cruise retail academy.

16 July 2025
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Never too late to learn Sivanda!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I just wanted to take a moment to share…

I just wanted to take a moment to share my thoughts on the Cruise Retail Academy. They truly are the real deal! The guidance and support provided by their team are absolutely top-notch. Their training courses are right on point and cover everything you need to succeed.

If you're considering joining or are already part of their program, you can rest easy knowing that you’re in good hands. Just trust them to lead you in the right direction.

1 July 2025
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Reply from Cruise Retail Academy

Thanks for your kind feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic experience

For me, cruise retail academy was fantastic and I had a great support from Rob and Adrian along the process!! Thank you very much!! 🙏🏼🤝🏼🛳️❤️

8 July 2025
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Reply from Cruise Retail Academy

Thanks Julio for your kind feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I really appreciate for cruise retail…

I really appreciate for cruise retail academy which giving me a good knowledge, skills and experience in my retail sales background. I really enjoyed when I am doing this course. And really recommend everyone to do this course online if you are interested to work on cruise ship and as well land jobs also.

Thank you for making this online platform to learn more about retail field.

25 June 2025
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Reply from Cruise Retail Academy

Thank you Imran for your feedback

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Great Refresher and Must-Do for Cruise Retail Job Seekers

I found the Learning About US Customs Allowances course very informative and easy to understand. It was a great refresher that helped clarify important details in a simple way. This course is definitely a must for anyone applying for cruise ship retail jobs. Cruise Retail Academy makes learning straightforward and accessible—the E-Academy platform is well-designed and user-friendly. Highly recommended!

4 June 2025
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Reply from Cruise Retail Academy

Thank you Neil for taking the time to provide us feedback

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