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| Readers Digest Scenic Cruises Of The WorldPosted on December 4, 2010.  Take a dream cruise Around the World's Most Dramatic Coastlines to More Than 20 Countries, islands and exotically VARIED rentals. From the majestic romantic Americas to Europe, experience a kaleidoscope of different cultures, savor timeless pleasures and Meet the locals.CommentsElfriede Pforr says... This beautifully shot and narrated DVD takes you from Nova Scotia to the Rhine River castles, and to the mysteries of Easter Island. We have traveled to many of these places and this DVD urges us to travel even more. For the armchair adventurer to the "on the go" adventurer, this DVD is a winner. Posted on December 5, 2010 Paz Warnke says... Cruise Confidential is one of the best books I've read in a very long time.As an American who was just trying to go through the ranks to get to his dream position, Brian David Bruns encounters co-workers who think he is getting special treatment from the higher ups because he is an American, while the higher ups are treating him unfairly because he is an American.All he wants to do is preform his duties to the best of his abilities, move up the ladder, and be with the love of his life.There are zany stories of staff parties, drunken nights, and waking up wondering how you got there.Brian David Bruns also includes tales of drunken female passengers coming on to him, passengers who are so rude I'd be embarrassed to admit if I were from Alabama, and encounters of taxi tours in foreign countries with drivers who don't speak English.It's a fun filled book that you won't want to put down.Anyone who has cruised in the past, or is planning to cruise in the future needs to read Cruise Confidential. You'll be glad you did. Posted on December 5, 2010 Neomi Hartory says... Cruise Confidential would be HIGHLY recommended to anyone who has been on a cruise or is thinking about a cruise vacation in the future. The book goes into very revealing detail of the happenings below the water line, in the restaurants, on the decks, and warm tropical locales.Intrigue, crazy antics, misadventures, flitations, and sex are brought to life in the pages of this book.In reading this book I felt like I was actually going through the same battery of emotions the author was revealing to us. I really got caught up in so many of the situations captured in this wonderful tell all.With each turn of the page I kept on wanting more and more.I simply could not put the book down.Matter of factly, I've read the book three times over the past month.That's how good of a book Brian Bruns has written.I have a much deeper respect for the hardworking crew that slave endlessly to provide us cruise vacationers with a tip-top, rewarding, good time on the high seas. Needless to say, I am absolutely thrilled that there is currently an upcoming sequel to Cruise Confidential in the works.I'm there with the click of my mouse to pre-order the next high seas adventure writen by Brian Bruns, as soon as Amazon starts advertising to do so.Can't wait!!! Posted on December 7, 2010 Santa Haverfield says... Bruns accurately shows the good, the bad, and the ugly of ships. I worked at sea too and think a lot of these critical reviews miss the point entirely. Constant partying and drinking and sex is all there is to working on ships. Believe me, the entertainers are worse than the waiters! The real shock is not all the sex, but things like Carnival denying proper medical care to waiters. People don't complain about that, just the drinking and the sex. Cruise Confidential is an easy read and its funny. Its like he is having a drink with you, too. I think I met him once on a ship. Sure, he drinks a lot and likes the ladies, but he is honest and has a big heart. You don't see that on ships much. When you read the book, you will understand why. Posted on December 7, 2010 Antone Bennice says... VERY GOOD BOOK IF YOU ARE CRUISING THE DIFFERENT ISLANDS IN HAWAII.THE ONLY THING LAKING WAS MAPS FOR DRIVING TOURS, OTHERWISE VERY COMPLETE AND EASY TO FOLLOW. Posted on December 7, 2010 Elfreda Ritchotte says... Great book, had many laughs at the hysterical account of life as a cruise ship employee provides and in depth, eye opening revelation of what the workers are doing on their down time, what they really think of the customer, and the hardships they face. The author uses comedy to illustrate most of his points. While reading this book you'll be introduced to some very memorable characters that you will come to love, hate, and genuinely care about. Reading this book was almost as satisfying as eating warm chocolate melting cake from a carnival cruise ship dining room. Posted on December 8, 2010 Jeanette Swartzel says... I am not an avid reader but this book kept me interested the whole time, to the point that I finished it in 3 days. I always take a long time to readbook, but not this one. The author is so funny. If you are thinking that working in a ship is all glamour..think again! I totally recommend this book! Posted on December 9, 2010 Christeen Pummel says... In the 10 fun and adventure-filled years I spent as an Assitant/Interim Manager with Club Med, I still had time to wonder what it was like to work aboard cruise ships. Bruns's book answered most of my questions. I will grudgingly admit that if you worked in the restaurants aboard the ships, you may have worked harder than us G.O's. We too worked seven days a week, but only got a break after SIX months. I am also happy to read that we in Club Med drank and partied more! The similarities are striking; to insecure, tyranical despot-managers trying to ruin your career to sex being passed around like currency, it's all here. I liked this book and look forward to its sequel. Posted on December 12, 2010 Adena Jarencio says... If you've cruised before, are booked on a cruise, thinking about booking a cruise, or just wondered what it would be like to work on a cruise ship, please read this book.It's an easy read and very entertaining--but sad in a way.I couldn't help but focus on the lives of people who work under the described conditions.It certainly makes you stop and think how lucky we Americans are, no matter where we are on the social ladder.Brian's description of the work days, policies and politics on board made me shiver.I give him and everyone else credit for working under such conditions while giving such incredible service to the cruise guests, some of whom can be very obnoxious.I've always been a good tipper, but, boy, will I be a better one after reading this book.And, I've always enjoyed the smiles and great service of the crew, but now I'll realize how hard it is for them to do it.Only Brian could bring all of the hardships to life in such a funny, entertaining way!You laugh your way through the pages while you read, and then feel sad for the employees when you put the book down and think about it.Read it for the sheer joy of a good laugh and tip away when you get on that cruise! Posted on December 13, 2010 Shaunte Zappolo says... WOW!What an eye opener!Cruising is our family favorite vacation so we sail whenever the budget allows.Over the years, we have 'heard' the stories of cruise employee pay, living arrangements/conditions, and hours spent serving the passengers.But, I can honestly say, after reading this book, I look at cruising in a whole different light. The book was hard to put down.It was well written, with a good sense of humor in all the right places, and an easy style.I now have a whole new appreciation of the thousands of employees of the cruise industry that make my choice of vacations as enjoyable as they have been.I would recommend this book to any current & future cruise ship passenger.Especially those passengers that aren't as appreciative towards the ship's crew as they should be....and I have noticed far too many of those over the years.If you love cruising, this book is for you.The author offers great insight & a good story.Like I mentioned above, it will give you a whole new appreciation towards the cruise industry.....positive & negitive Posted on December 16, 2010 Leave a Comment |
