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Villa Vie Unveils Second Residential Ship “Legacy” as Fleet Expansion Accelerates

With Odyssey more than 85% sold, Villa Vie is preparing for its next chapter. But one question remains unanswered: What ship will become Legacy? Villa Vie Residences has officially announced plans to expand its fleet with a second residential cruise ship, Villa Vie Legacy, scheduled to enter service in early 2029. Rather than replacing the […]

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Living at Sea: One Resident Explains Why She’ll Never Take Another Cruise

Why one Villa Vie Odyssey resident says living at sea is an entirely different lifestyle For most people, a world cruise is the ultimate travel experience. For Holly Hennessey, it was only the beginning. After completing three world cruises and spending the equivalent of years at sea as a passenger, Holly finally made the move […]

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Avora Lumina Tour: First Look Inside the Future Residential Cruise Ship

We recently had the opportunity to tour Regent’s Seven Seas Navigator, the ship that is planned to become Avora Lumina, a luxury residential cruise ship. The funny part is that we were already on a 20-day cruise when we were invited to attend. So we arranged with Celebrity to disembark, left the ship, and flew […]

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Residential cruising is a lifestyle where people live full-time on a cruise ship instead of staying in one location. Residents have private cabins or suites and travel continuously while maintaining a stable home base onboard.

Costs vary widely depending on the program and cabin type, but most residential cruise options range from approximately $30,000 to over $100,000 per year per person.

Yes. Residential cruise ships are designed for continuous, year-round living as they travel across international destinations.

Most programs include accommodations, meals, housekeeping, entertainment, and access to onboard amenities like gyms, pools, and lounges.

Modern ships offer Wi-Fi, though speeds can vary depending on location. Many programs are improving connectivity to support remote work and streaming.

Yes. Many residents continue working remotely, provided they have access to stable internet and flexible schedules.

Benefits include continuous travel, simplified living, access to amenities, and a built-in social community.

Routes typically include a mix of major cities, coastal destinations, and remote locations across multiple continents.