Originally Posted by
EatMyShorts!
More importantly: don't make any plans while on tour
Absolutely. How could I forget to mention rule #1? It's part of: Don't believe FleetStat or the "tentative", heck even your official brief is subject to change at any time. All part of the fun. For most people. Most of the time. You will find out very soon.
Also, expect to work. Hard. Any time to socialise or play professional tourist is a bonus and quite rare these days. Expect to be tired a lot. Don't be afraid to report fatigued if needed. But maybe wait until out of probation. Instead get the captain to make the call. Just to be safe.