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Would People Really Live at Sea Full-Time?

People talk a lot about the concept of living at sea, but one question comes up more than almost any other: Would people actually live onboard year-round? The answer, according to a recent Live at Sea community poll, is yes , and by a larger margin than many people expected. When community members were asked […]

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The Longest World Cruise on a Budget: Villa Vie Launches 3-Year Global Adventure Starting at $91 Per Day

Villa Vie Residences has announced My Global Adventure, a new 3-year around-the-world cruise program designed for travelers who want to see the world without spending a fortune or living out of a suitcase for years. The program will visit more than 400 ports across over 130 countries on all seven continents. Pricing starts at $99,999 […]

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Working from the Ocean: How Remote Work Is Reshaping Life at Sea

Residential cruising used to have a single archetype: the wealthy retiree, freed from work, drifting through the world’s ports on someone else’s schedule. That archetype is dying, and what’s replacing it is more interesting. The new resident is just as likely to be a 30-something founder running a company from a balcony, a consultant on […]

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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.