Devil in the Deep Blue

[Sunnystone]

I was just told about the book "Devil in the Deep Blue" which is about the cruise industry. Has anyone read it and was it worth the read?

thanks............

[dogladyjw]

Would like answer to this one too!

[tomc]

There is a thread going about this, either here or on the HAL board.

[Sunnystone]

Thanks Tomc. The book is actually called "Devils on the Deep Blue Sea" and there is a thread on the HAL thread. The info was great and I 'm looking forwarding to reding this one!

Thanks.

[cali-croozer]

I'm hoping my library gets it in because I don't want to spend $$ on it!;)

[Bequia]

I bought it on Amazon for $9 used but in new condition. Just started reading it this weekend....begins with the history of cruising and how it developed into what it is today. So far, pretty interesting. ;)

[etoile]

How does this book compare to Cruise Ship Blues??

[bdb5853]

I just finished reading both these books.

 

Devils on the Deep Blue Seas is a very interesting read. Detailed, but not overwhelming. When you read about the international workers and what their conditions are, you will be SURE to tip well. It's really an eye opener. Also the reasons why these ships aren't registered in the US.

 

The other one, Cruise Ship Blues, is a very detailed read. I found it boring in places and had to skip some chapters. If you want to read every financial decision ever made by Carnival and RCI - then this is the book for you.

 

I think every cruiser should be informed as to what REALLY happens behind the scenes on these ships. You might keep a closer eye on things if you knew what really goes on.

 

bdb5853