Imagine living on a cruise ship for years, exploring 425 ports across 147 countries without ever having to return to land. The Villa Vie Odyssey, setting sail from Belfast, offers this unique experience with its multi-year cruise, making it the world’s first ‘endless cruise’.
Key Features and Inclusions
- The eight-deck cruise ship accommodates over 800 passengers in 485 cabins, featuring a library, gym, pool, two jacuzzis, business centre, spa, interactive culinary centre, five bars and lounges, cooking classes, and three restaurants.
- Residents can enjoy shoreline excursions to world-class golf courses worldwide through the onboard golf simulator.
- Cabin options include indoor, outdoor, and balcony cabins, with prices starting at USD 89, USD 119, and USD 199 per day, respectively. These prices include unlimited food and drinks, basic medical checkups, free WiFi, bi-weekly laundry service, 24/7 room service, and weekly housekeeping.
Permanent Residence at Sea: Cabin Ownership
For those seeking a more permanent residence at sea, cabin ownership is available. Prices start at USD 99,000 for an internal cabin, USD 149,000 for an outdoor cabin, and USD 249,000 for a balcony cabin. Owners must also pay additional monthly fees starting at USD 1,750, USD 2,500, or USD 4,000 per person, respectively. Cabin owners can rent out their cabins when not in use, either independently or through Villa Vie Odyssey for a fee. The guarantee of ownership is for 15 years, coinciding with the ship’s lifespan.
Endless Horizons Programme
Villa Vie Odyssey has also introduced Endless Horizons, a programme that allows residents to pay USD 299,000 for lifetime access to a cabin. Owners can transfer to a new ship when the cruise does.
Flexible Payment Structure
The payment structure is flexible, allowing split payments. The itinerary is divided into 16 segments, each lasting 35 to 120 days. For each segment, passengers can pay an upfront deposit, with the remainder due 30 days before the segment begins. Residents can leave the ship at any time, with a six-month notice to ensure a full refund.
