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For Travel / Hospitality Professionals
Free Webinar:
"5 Traits of a Highly Successful River Cruise Leader"
February 25, 6:00 PM CET
Join hospitality professionals who are building their river cruise careers together—with mentorship, insider knowledge, and real friendships that last far beyond the industry.
I trained 130+ Cruise Managers for a top river cruise company. One thing I learned: the people who succeed aren't always the smartest. They're the ones who have a real community around them.
When you work on a river, you're part of something bigger. But when you're training? When you're preparing? When you're unsure if this is right for you?
That's when you need people who understand.
"I feel like I'm the only one dealing with this."
The only one working 280+ days a year.
The only one wondering if there's another way.
The only one feeling stuck between what you want and what feels possible.
And here's the thing: you're not alone.
There are thousands of people in hospitality right now feeling the exact same way.
The problem isn't you. The problem is that hospitality can be isolating. Your colleagues are focused on today's service. Your manager wants results. Your family doesn't fully understand the industry's demands.
You need people who GET it. People who've walked the same path. People who understand both the magic and the madness of hospitality.
That's what this community is for.
The Hospitality Loneliness
You know what I hear most from people in hospitality?
THE THREE-TIER PROBLEM
EXTERNAL PROBLEM: "How do I transition from hotels/restaurants into river cruise management?"
INTERNAL PROBLEM: "I feel isolated and unsure if I'm making the right decision."
PHILOSOPHICAL PROBLEM: "The system doesn't value hospitality professionals, so why do I keep grinding?"
OUR SOLUTION: Join a community that solves all three at once.
Built by Someone Who's Been Exactly Where You Are
July 2000. I fainted on a Bucharest bus.
I was working at Elle Magazine—glamorous title, exhausted body, empty life. My sister called two days later about a temporary job on a river cruise ship. I almost said no.
My first welcome speech? I cried in front of 150 American guests. I didn't speak English well. I almost got fired twice in my first year.
Nobody told me this was going to be hard. Nobody gave me a community. I was completely alone.
That's exactly why I built this.
I didn't want other people to feel that way. So I started training people. Then mentoring them. Then creating spaces where they could find each other.
25 years later, this is what I know for certain: People need people in hospitality.
Your first day on a ship is terrifying. Your first crisis will test everything you've got. Your first failure will make you want to quit. But if you have a community of people who've been there and survived it?
Everything changes.
This community exists so you never have to figure it out alone.
What You Get When You Join
EXCLUSIVE INSIDER KNOWLEDGE
Every week, you'll get knowledge that cruise lines don't teach. Real stories from managers who are working NOW. Industry updates before they hit LinkedIn. Salary insights from graduates earning €45,000–€75,000. These insights alone are worth thousands of euros in your career.
DIRECT ACCESS TO MADDY
Ask me your questions in real time. I answer every serious question in the community. Need advice on a specific cruise line? Worried about a particular challenge? I'm here. This is the same mentorship I provide to Academy students—but available to your entire community.
MONTHLY LIVE COMMUNITY MEETINGS
Every 3rd Thursday at 6 PM CET, we gather online. I bring real stories. Our community members share their victories (and their struggles). You get to connect with people who understand the industry in a way very few people do. You can ask questions, learn from others, and realize you're not alone.
JOB ALERTS & OPPORTUNITIES
Cruise lines are always hiring. But not all opportunities are posted publicly. Inside our community, you get first access to real positions—with specific salary information. Graduates have used these alerts to land roles at different top River Cruise Lines.
COMMUNITY CRUISE (ANNUAL)
Once a year, we gather for an actual river cruise experience. This isn't a training event. It's a celebration. New members experience cruising for the first time. Graduates reunite. Job offers happen on the ship. Friendships that started online become real-life connections. It's exactly what hospitality professionals need: a moment to breathe together.
SUCCESS STORIES & REAL NUMBERS
Every month, we celebrate someone's win. Got hired? We cheer. Started your first contract? We support you. Hit a milestone salary? We acknowledge it. These aren't fake testimonials. These are real people, real victories, real transformations that happen because of community.
Choose Your Community (Or Join All Four)
SECTION 1: 🚢 RIVER CRUISE CAREERS (Everyone)
The main gathering space. Anyone interested in river cruise careers joins here—no experience necessary. You get tips, industry news, Q&A, and inspiration. This is where warm leads become serious prospects. Think of it as the coffee shop where everyone who's curious about this industry hangs out.
What you'll find:
Job alerts (posted daily when positions open)
Career tips from people with real experience
Industry news and insider updates
Q&A with Maddy (every Friday)
Motivation and encouragement
Weekly highlights of member victories
SECTION 2: 🎓 ACADEMY ALUMNI NETWORK (Graduates only)
Once you finish the Academy, you join this private space. It's where graduates support each other through job hunting, first contracts, and career challenges. This is where the real mentorship continues. Lifetime access to people who understand exactly what you're going through because they're living it.
What you'll find:
Job opportunities specifically for graduates
Ongoing mentorship and career support
Cohort reunions and connections
Advanced crisis management tips
Contract negotiation advice
Post-placement support (we mentor you until you're thriving)
SECTION 3: 📚 CURRENT STUDENTS (Enrolled students only)
The learning hub for people actively in the Academy. Live session reminders, peer study groups, homework support, and accountability. This is community specifically designed for completion and success.
What you'll find:
Course material support
Live session reminders and recordings
Peer study groups
Homework accountability
Questions answered by Maddy and alumni
Real-time problem solving
SECTION 4: 🤝 AFFILIATE PARTNERS (Active ambassadors)
This is the exclusive space for people earning commission by referring students. Monthly performance updates, strategy tips, success stories from top affiliates, and direct communication about the program's latest features and commission updates. Think of it as your partner success team.
What you'll find:
Monthly commission updates and tracking
Affiliate performance tips
Top performer spotlights
Marketing material updates
Special ambassador events
Direct support for your referral strategy
The Truth About Community Timing
Here's what I know: most people wait until they're desperate to find community.
They struggle alone for months. They second-guess themselves. They almost quit. Then they find this community and wish they'd joined earlier.
This isn't a paid membership demanding your money. It's not a course with start dates and finish lines. It's a community that's growing every single month.
And here's why joining now matters:
You get ahead. Every day in this community, you're learning what took me 25 years to understand. Every job alert you get early, every connection you make early, every piece of advice you implement early—that compounds.
You become part of the culture. The people who join early shape the culture for everyone who comes after. You don't join a community—you help build it.
You never start from zero. By the time you enroll in the Academy (if that's your path), you'll already know people. You'll already have relationships. Your first cohort won't be strangers—they'll be friends you've been supporting in WhatsApp for months.
So the question isn't "Will joining cost me anything?" (It won't.)
The question is "What will it cost me if I don't?"
Join the Community in 60 Seconds
Ready to jump aboard and connect with your fellow Community Members? It’s simple! …
STEP 1: CLICK THE LINK BELOW This takes you directly to WhatsApp. No waiting. No forms to fill. Just instant access.
STEP 2: YOU'RE IN You'll immediately see community highlights. You'll get a welcome message with guidelines and how to introduce yourself. You'll see friendly faces ready to meet you.
STEP 3: INTRODUCE YOURSELF Tell us your name, where you're from, and what brought you to this community. The welcome message has a template—just fill in a few blanks. This single introduction builds real connections.
THAT'S IT. You're now part of hospitality professionals who are building something together.
👉 JOIN THE RIVER CRUISE CAREERS COMMUNITY (FREE) 👈
All 4 community spaces are inside.
Join the main group. Explore. See if the other groups are right for you.
(No pressure, just options.)
FAQ - COMMUNITY SECTION
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Yes. 100% free.
No hidden fees, no upgrades required, no "premium tier." This is my way of building real relationships with people who are genuinely interested in river cruise careers.
The paid part (if you want it) is the Academy—but the community itself is a gift.
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No.
We have a clear rhythm: Monday motivation, Wednesday wisdom, Friday Q&A. That's 3 posts per week in the main group. Nothing random. Nothing pushy.
And you control your notifications—mute anytime you need quiet.
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Perfect.
That's exactly why the community exists. No pressure. No one here is going to "sell" you.
You can explore the community for months. Learn about the industry. Meet people. Build confidence.
And only decide about the Academy when you're genuinely ready.
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Yes. Absolutely.
The community is for anyone interested in river cruise careers. Some members are experienced hotel managers. Others are first-year baristas curious about the industry. All are welcome.
Your unique background is an asset, not a liability.
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The main group (River Cruise Careers) is open to everyone.
The other three are private: Alumni Network (graduates only), Current Students (enrolled students only), and Affiliate Partners (active ambassadors only).
Think of it like: main group is public, others are VIP zones you unlock as your journey progresses.
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You won't.
WhatsApp lets you mute notifications per group. Mute the community when you're busy.
Check it weekly if you want. Come back when you have capacity.
This is supposed to energize you, not stress you.
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Never.
Our community has strict guidelines: no spam, no self-promotion (except approved job posts from real companies), no political/religious debates.
We don't allow external links or sketchy offers. This is a safe, curated space—not the Wild West.
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Great—ask in the community.
If it needs a private response, I'll message you directly. No question is too big or too small. This is what the community is for.
Still Have Questions?
I personally answer every message. No sales team, no chatbot — just me.
WhatsApp: +40 723 979 201
Email: maddy@rivercruisementor.com
Or book a call and ask me directly.
Real Results from Real People
Recent hired as Assistant Cruise Manager (€300+/day),
Starting Spring 2026
"I never participated in a single live meeting throughout the September cohort because I was working all the time. And yet I'm the one who is starting a job at a leading river cruise company. Don't hesitate. Just go for it."
Former student, 10 years on ships including
Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
"The most important lesson I took from the Academy was the encouragement and realization of the need for self-promotion to advance my career. I came back to support the new group and learn from their diverse experience."
(Current Student), Former Hotel Manager & Finance Manager,
Met Maddy in 2009
"I needed a mentor to guide me toward a new path. I was highly enthusiastic about the personalized, one-on-one structure, which contrasts with the limited interaction found in other courses."
Receptionist
"When you hear someone with such a positive attitude, energy, approach on one side, and huge experience on the other, you cannot decide anything but to be part of it. I lose fear to speak in front of others. All I can say is that I am ready."
Experienced Tour Guide, Bulgaria
"After the meeting we had online, I knew you will add value! I am a better tour guide now than a month ago. I pushed myself out of my comfort zone and if I had to do it again I would do it 10 out of 10 times."
Ship security officer
"You empower us, you listen, and communication with you never feels one-sided. This course has humbled me in the best way. It has reignited my passion for learning."
Ready to Stop Figuring This Out Alone?
Your future Mentor
Maddy Căldărușe
I want to be honest with you about something:
Not everyone is meant to join this community. And that's okay.
If you're happy where you are, if you're satisfied with your current path, if you don't want to explore possibilities—then this isn't for you, and I respect that.
But if you're curious about what's possible... if you're wondering if there's another way... if you're tired of feeling isolated...
Then there's a place for you here.
This community exists because I believe hospitality professionals deserve:
Real mentorship
Honest conversations
Actual opportunities
Genuine friendships
A path forward
Not empty promises. Not "get rich quick" schemes. Not empty motivational quotes.
Real support from someone who's been where you are.
If that resonates with you, I'd love to see you in the community.
👉 JOIN NOW – IT'S FREE 👈
Last thing: there are 100+ people already inside. You're not joining an empty room. You're joining a thriving community of real professionals. Make your first post an introduction. Tell us your story. Ask your questions. We're waiting for you.
— Maddy