Cruise Ship Performer

Yes, most cruise lines allow you to sell product, however, you must submit the product for approval at least 30 days before your booking. Read the guidelines for submission.

View and download the document for CD/DVD sales on Royal Caribbean.

For Princess the artist needs to send their cd and a letter (just stating their contract dates and act name) to head office, attention to the booker who confirmed the date. Laurie Barnett handles all dates in the Asian region. Phil Kaler handles all dates booked in the US and Europe. Try to submit your CD/DVD at least 30 days in advance as it can take two or three weeks for final approval.

Att: Phil Kaler/Laurie Barnett

Entertainment Department
Princess Cruises
P.O Box 966
Santa Clarita, California, 91355
USA

For Holland America Lines, you will need to scan the CD covers and email the track listing. We will submit it to HAL - sometimes they don't require the CD. The CD must be professionally packaged.

Here is an example (click here to view PDF) of how you should format a one-page view of your CD cover and information to submit to Holland America. If you need help creating such a document, contact us and we will help.

Passengers will sign a purchase slip using their ship ID card to purchase your product. You will be able to turn these slips in to the ship's retail store or purser in order to get your money. The ship usually retains a commission.

No, as stated in the guidelines, you can only sell products immediately after your show during your autograph session. On some ships your products may displayed in a retail store throughout your time on the ship.