Thousands of crew members remain stranded on cruise ships around the world.
Most have been stuck on the ships for well over a month, with no clear path home.
Workers onboard Norwegian Cruise Lines and Carnival Corporation ships spoke to Business Insider.
Many pointed out their frustration with their circumstances, their employers, and the United States government.
"This is not a private-public sector issue, this is an international relations tragedy.
Anonymous Carnival Employee
The majority of cruise companies are based in Caribbean islands due to relaxed taxes and laws.
However, the majority of cruise companies are also asking for bailouts from the U.S. government.