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Tough Reality: Ten Reasons Why You Would Still be Sailing Beyond Sixty
Sailing beyond sixty is a fact many seamen are aware of. We all want to stop sailing at some point in our life. Although we are highly paid, working on board is still really, really hard. Being far from our family, lover, wife or husband, and kids just to give them the life we always…
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How to Pass Your Seaman’s Medical Examination Without Any Hits
Pre-employment medical examination for seafarers also known as PEME is mandated by international regulations for persons working on ships. Many seafarers undergo PEME everyday. From first-time cadets to old and experienced seamen, each one must prove their mind and body fitness by passing the required medical exams. Unfortunately, not all seafarers who take these batteries…
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Job Hunting Tips for Fresh Maritime Graduates to Easily Get Ahead
Maritime graduates always find themselves lost after encountering the realities of life in the big city. Here, we’ll discuss how to effectively get ahead and get hired after graduation. The secret sauce? Hard Work! “All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty” -Proverbs 14:23 The fight is over but the…
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Here’s What’s Inside the NSA Scholarship Program
Last night, I posted about the procedures in applying for the NSA Cadetship Program. If you missed that article, check it out on that link. You might know somebody who is deserving and may qualify for an NSA scholarship. Now, I want to elaborate on the benefits of being an NSA Scholar. There are a lot…
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Be an NSA Scholar and See the World for Free
Maritime scholarship programs are one of the best paths to become a seaman. Luckily, there are many shipping companies offering cadetship opportunities to deserving cadets. One of which is the Norwegian Shipowners’ Association also known as NSA Cadet Program. Cadets who belong to this project are called NSA Scholars NSA Philippines Cadet Program is…
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Student’s Guide in Entering a Seafarers Cadetship Program
Are you an aspiring seafarer looking to kick-start your career in the maritime industry? If so, then entering a cadetship program might be the perfect opportunity for you. However, the application process is not a walk in the park. In fact, it’s a challenging journey unlike any other. In this article, we will provide you…
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How to Avoid Getting Into DEBTS During Your Next Vacation
The most common sin every seafarer faces during their vacation is debt. The fear of having not enough money to last until our next contract haunts us and would ultimately bury us slowly into debt. This post aims to help you break that cycle so you will avoid getting into debts during your vacation. The…
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Do You Really Need to Buy Pasalubong When Going Home?
When Filipino seafarers and OFWs go home from months of working abroad, it’s common for them to buy pasalubong as part of a long-standing tradition. And since we are in an extended family culture, a bag of chocolate isn’t always enough for the whole family. Your pasalubong should at least fill another luggage, at least,…
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7 Proven Tips for Landing a Job with Top Shipping Agencies
The maritime industry is growing rapidly, and the demand for seafarers is increasing every year. For this reason, shipping agencies are gearing up to provide shipowners with the best, qualified, and competent crew to man their ships. It also means it’s your best chance to land a job on your dream shipping agency. Though some…
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How to Beat Seasickness: 5 Tips from a Seafarer
I finally cracked the code on how to beat seasickness. But before that, I used to be very, very seasick. I had my fair share of throw-ups due to unforgiving weather that doesn’t seem to stop. Working through a mild rolling motion with a bucket at my side? Check. Rushing to the bathroom during mealtime…