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Norway What do you wish you’d been told before you came on the ship? I wish I had known how quickly gossip can spread. Working on a ship as a woman can lead to a lot of assumptions. You just have to keep a smile on your face and ignore the gossip until it fades. How long are your work contracts and breaks? I am a freelance worker so my contract can vary from 10 days to 2 months. I am fortunate and get to go on an excursion in just about every port so I spend as much time as possible on land to make sure I don’t miss photographing anything. Any advice to women pursuing this career? Keep an open mind. Each company has different expectations and eventually you’ll find one that works best for you!