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- 2.13 Handing Over as Cruise Director and Unexpected Changes
This is the Season Finale of Keeping Afloat (Don’t worry, we’ll be back with regular episodes next week for season 3).
A major leadership change aboard the Oceanic Euphoria puts me in the hot seat, and an unexpected change of direction for my career.
I’m currently aboard the MSC Virtuosa which has been nothing short of amazing! And, for a Transatlantic as well! Can’t wait to share more with you about it. There will be a fill review up on my YouTube an Instagram so be sure to follow along.
I hope you enjoy the show!
- Kabir.
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© Cruise Director Kabir 2025
35 min - 2.12 Onboard Emergencies, Storms and Teamwork: The Most Dramatic Cruise of My Career (So Far)
Welcome aboard, Sailors! In this episode of Keeping Afloat, I’m back with one of the most intense cruises yet aboard the Oceanic Euphoria. Not only did we face heavy seas and a jammed stabilizer, but a serious onboard emergency put our crew to the test. 😬🌪️
Tune in as I recount:
• Navigating through 15-foot waves, with guests holding on for dear life 🏠🌊
• The Oceanic Euphoria being delayed by two days due to severe weather 😱
• A crew alert and the chaos that followed during a near-general emergency 🚨
• How a single piece of luggage jammed our stabilizer and nearly derailed our journey 🎒⚙️
• An unexpected audit from brand inspectors that had me (and the crew) on edge 😰
It wasn’t all storms and stress, though! My parents were sailing with me, and let’s just say their presence made this cruise even more memorable. Plus, my new Marketing and Revenue Manager, Audrey, turned into a superstar while dealing with a surprise promotion.
Episode Highlights:
• An emergency stabilizer issue that sent the Oceanic Euphoria listing 8º to port ⚓
• How we handled an emergency crew alert and kept guests calm under pressure 🎤
• A game of cat-and-mouse with a very charming brand inspector 👀🍷
• My parents joining me aboard for a family reunion at sea 🥂
Catch all the excitement and tension from the bridge to the gangway, and how we managed to keep everyone safe while cruising through the storm—both literal and figurative! 🌪️
If you’re feeling the cruise spirit and want more behind-the-scenes stories, check out my YouTube Channel for travel content, cruise insights, and much more. 🛳️
Don’t forget to follow me on:
• Instagram (www.instagram.com/kabirbageria)
• TikTok (www.tiktok.com/kabirbageria)
• YouTube (www.youtube.com/c/travelwithkabircd)
Until next time, it’s all about Keeping Afloat! 🚢
© Cruise Director Kabir 2024
38 min - 2.11 Multiple Storms Brewing: Love Games & Breakup GainsIt’s SO great to be back here with you! I’m currently home in Toronto after finishing up my latest contract as a Cruise Director. Tune in for an update on how it went as well as picking up where we left off.I learn the truth about how I was hired at my cruise line. Also, I don’t know if I’d ever get used to how my relationship changed with the Hotel Director aboard Oceanic Euphoria. From an exciting day ashore to hosting the Love and Marriage gameshow with a twist, there was definitely more than just one storm brewing!If you’re feeling the cruise spirit, check out my YouTube channel where you’ll find even more travel content; www.youtube.com/c/travelwithkabicd.Enjoy the show!Kabir.www.instagram.com/travelwithkabircdwww.tiktok.com/@travelwithkabircdwww.facebook.com/cruisedirectorkabir© Cruise Director Kabir 202329 min
- 2.10 Bitter Enemies to Besties - How I Won Over a RivalThe biggest thing I recall from the early parts of my career at sea had to do with humor. There were so many instances where there were situations that would make me laugh, and others that were beyond belief. This cruise, I would experience more than a few. Best of all, in this episode, my mother visits the Oceanic Euphoria.I also wanted to point out, to any of our newer listeners - this show takes place largely in the past and is an episodic show. For the best experience please make sure to start the series.If you’re feeling the cruise spirit, check out my YouTube channel where you’ll find even more travel content; www.youtube.com/c/travelwithkabicd.You can support the show by heading over the www.cruisedirectorkabir.com/store and grab some exclusive march and cruise-related goodies. You can even save 10% by using the coupon code KEEPINGAFLOAT at checkout.I hope you enjoy the show!Kabir.www.instagram.com/cruisedirectorkabirwww.facebook.com/cruisedirectorkabirwww.cruisedirectorkabir.com© Cruise Director Kabir 202334 min
- Sobering Thoughts from a Formerly Shipfaced Cruise Director - Interview with TylerBeing able to talk to another Cruise Director is rare. But doing it on a podcast and being as open and honest as Tyler is, that is exceptional. I hope you enjoy our friendly chat.Tyler from the podcast “Adventures of the Drunken Cruise Director” stops by for an insightful interview. You can check out his podcast here [https://shipfaced.buzzsprout.com].I hope you enjoy it!- Kabir.www.instagram.com/cruisedirectorkabirwww.facebook.com/cruisedirectorkabirwww.cruisedirectorkabir.com- © Cruise Director Kabir 202335 min
- 2.9 What the FOC? I’m Going Back to Sea! Picking Up From Where We Left Off - Two Dudes One ShipIt all starts with the Bridge abuzz with activity as I do one of my first Crew Drills on my own. Christine the Hotel Director makes her intentions clear. And, we deal with a full on situation in the theatre involving a slightly inebriated pianist. But in the end, someone’s got to put their foot down.In the next episode I’ll be catching up with Tyler from the podcast “Adventures of the Drunken Cruise Director”. He stops by for an insightful interview. You can check out his podcast here [https://shipfaced.buzzsprout.com].If you’re feeling the cruise spirit, check out my YouTube channel where you’ll find even more travel content; www.youtube.com/c/travelwithkabicd.You can support the show by heading over the www.cruisedirectorkabir.com/store and grab some exclusive march and cruise-related goodies. You can even save 10% by using the coupon code KEEPINGAFLOAT at checkout.I hope you enjoy the show!Kabir.www.instagram.com/cruisedirectorkabirwww.facebook.com/cruisedirectorkabirwww.cruisedirectorkabir.com© Cruise Director Kabir 202349 min
- 2.8 The Show Must Go On + Interview with Emma CruisesFrom heavy seas to a whole new itinerary, change is the only constant. This was a test in leadership and learning how to manage the corporate structure, especially as we say goodbye to Eliott, the old Entertainment Director and hello to a new friend.Plus - an exclusive interview with a Cruise Queen, Emma Cruises! I asked her about her most exciting and embarrassing travel moments. Check her out on YouTube! https://youtube.com/c/EmmaCruisesPlease check out my YouTube channel, were I’ve got some great travel content including a review of Viking Octantis; www.youtube.com/c/travelwithkabicd.You can support the show by heading over the www.cruisedirectorkabir.com/store and grab some exclusive march and cruise-related goodies. You can even save 10% by using the coupon code KEEPINGAFLOAT at checkout.I hope you enjoy the show!Kabir.www.instagram.com/cruisedirectorkabirwww.facebook.com/cruisedirectorkabirwww.cruisedirectorkabir.com© Cruise Director Kabir 202248 min
- 2.7 Can You Sleep With Guests?We’re back! And, the world is opening. Since our last episode, a lot has changed. I’ve had some massive changes in my life and I can’t wait to share them with you.This is my very first cruise as Cruise Director of the Oceanic Euphoria. But, things don’t start off as smoothly as I wanted them to. The line between personal and professional gets blurry. Plus, I get my very first lesson in Leadership. It feels amazing to be back…I’ve got some great episodes in the pipeline now, so I can’t wait to share them with you in the coming months. Also, If you’re interested in some super-cool Electric Scooters, check out www.freedomscooterco.ca.You can support the show by heading over the www.cruisedirectorkabir.com/store and grab some exclusive march and cruise-related goodies. You can even save 10% by using the coupon code KEEPINGAFLOAT at checkout.I hope you enjoy the show!- Kabir.www.instagram.com/cruisedirectorkabirwww.facebook.com/cruisedirectorkabirwww.cruisedirectorkabir.com© Cruise Director Kabir 202152 min
- New Episode Coming Out October 27th, 2021Get ready for a brand new episode of Keeping Afloat, coming October 27th, 2021! From a riot to a proposition, this is a pretty big deal. Plus, I’ve got some huge news to share with you.1 min
- 2.6 Becoming a Cruise Director - Part 2
My handover with Maxime is full of surprises and helpful tips and tricks. But nothing could prepare me for my first actual day of being Cruise Director. By the end of it, I was exhausted. And the politics of it all hadn’t even started yet. From running my first Guest Emergency Drill, to hosting my first Welcome Aboard Show, join me on what would be one of the most memorable cruises of my entire career at sea.
It takes a long time to produce Keeping Afloat. You can support the show by heading over the www.cruisedirectorkabir.com/store and grab some exclusive march and cruise-related goodies. You can even save 10% by using the coupon code KEEPINGAFLOAT at checkout.
I hope you enjoy the show!
- Kabir.
www.instagram.com/cruisedirectorkabir
www.facebook.com/cruisedirectorkabir
www.cruisedirectorkabir.com
© Cruise Director Kabir 2021
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About Keeping Afloat
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Following the life of Cruise Director Kabir, from Toronto to the 7 seas. Stories from all around the world, both past and present. This is a story of love, acceptance, leadership and empowerment. From…
attending film festivals and creating a life on land, to building a career at sea, Kabir works aboard some of the worlds best cruise ships. From adventures on board to in port, Kabir shares his story as well as the people he meets along the way.