The ship is looking great! I know some are frustrated by the delays, but things like this happen. Villa Vie has been very transparent. Refurbishing a ship of this age that has sat for some time is a monumental task. Looking forward to your upcoming adventure.
One of the executes came from the last cruise ship that took peoples money and never materialized after countless delays. The guests are still waiting for their money after they canceled the cruise and scrapped the company. Hopefully this one is better.
@@MidLifeCruising95the other company also had a ship the Gemini which wasn’t seaworthy just like this sister ship of the Gemini. It was supposed to be scrapped prior to villavie buying it. this will be interesting. Positive thoughts
We won't be joining til Segment 7, but we cannot wait to meet you! Yes, we enjoy people with great attitudes and an adventurous spirit; and you both seem to have those great qualities!!! Thank you for the video. It was so good to see all the updates on this pretty lady!
Love your updates and seeing the progress on the ship. We have had the privilege of being on the ship when it was the Braemar and we loved it for its size. Also very stable in rough seas when we went to Norway ! Very envious of you guys. I have also been to Greenland you will love it, the icebergs etc are phenomenal and the colours are amazing watch out for lots of sealife along the way especially between Norway, Scotland, Iceland and Greenland. Puffins, orca, humpbacks, polar bears and maybe a narwhal 😊
I'm about 2 years away from making this happen but I will be on the next ship for sure. Thanks for the update. I've been following you and Villa Vie from the start.
You guys have the right attitude. Ignore the negative comments and live your adventure. AND thanks for taking the time and effort to make these videos.
The ship is 31 years old slapping a coat of paint on the exterior does not make it modern. The ship is past its sell-by date why do you think Fred Olsen got rid of it? We were offered it but turned it down.Interested to know who will pay for repairs and dry docking etc when or if the ship ever gets moving.
@@dlgregory35 She is a classic beauty and no claims to being modern. If it was just paint she needed we would have set sail long ago. She is already set for her next drydock, been on the itinerary since the get go. If they bought something more expensive or built from scratch, we wouldn't be able to afford to go as retired teacher and LEO. We are thankful and grateful and will take what we can get, old lady or not.
Thanks so much for posting this video! It’s great to have another perspective and ro see things behind the scenes. Please keep posting them when you can. I’ve been fascinated with Villa Ville for many months and have been following the developments closely. It’s great how close things are to completion! I look forward to seeing the voyage through your eyes.
👏👏👏👏.. so cool. Looks like it’s coming along nicely! Thanks for showing us the cabins. Would have been great to see one with a balcony too but maybe that wasn’t ready for viewing yet. Everything will be great when it’s finished, I’m sure. Are there going to be shops on board, or will you do your shopping at the ports (if you happen to need something)? It looks like a nice sized ship, not like one of those monsters that seem to be so popular these days 😂. Hope your next cruise is lots of fun (while waiting for your new home). I look forward to seeing more on Villa Vie and your adventures living on a ship!
It is getting close now! i still like going back and watching your earlier videos Friends! 🙂Don't forget us when you sail we need those videos to keep coming! 🙂
Really gorgeous ship. I love your optimist mindset. You are indeed very adventurous... another cruise while you wait👏👏👏🤗. Enjoy Greenland one of my bucket list cruise 💖
The ship is looking great! Thanks for the video. I wasn't expecting a Bible lesson at the end, which would preclude me from watching anymore, but grateful for the update!
How much luggage were yall allowed? I watched the Ultimate World Cruise on Royal Carribean and they had tons for a 9month cruise. Excited to see how you make it HOME! Praying yall have no more hiccups!
We were not given a limit of luggage. The size of your room dictates that though. I am crazy organized and like things tidy, so this will be interesting and potentially challenging. No clutter for me!!
Glad you like what you say there. A small correction to your narrative. Villa Vie is NOT the 1st Resident Ship. Since 2001 The World - Residences at Sea - The World Cruise Boat has been sailing. Their beginning was rough, with several management changes until the residents took over. Sometimes less than 50 passengers are on board, and guests wander around in bathing suits. The ship is also open for regular cruise passengers to make some revenue. Last but not least the vessel has passed her "normal" life expectancy. She will require a ton of TLC, and spare parts will be difficult to come by. Case in point the problem and hence delayed departure, the saga of replacing the rudder stock. Wishing you all fair seas!
The first affordable one for sure, AND "The World" website says a luxury yacht with less than 200 passengers...just taking their website at face value. We are not luxury for sure... Hopefully we set sail pronto!!!
I also have another question. Do they have rooms with balconies? And if they do? Is there any way you can do walk through on one of them? I mean, that would be kind of cool to see what their bigger cabins are like.😊
They've done a nice job so far. It's looking very good and the pool deck looks great. Did they give you any update yet on when she will be ready to set sail?
@@MidLifeCruising95 I'm super envious, in the most positive way. I'm just imagining the community you will have on board, traveling the world together. ❤️ I'm along for the ride through your TH-cam videos.
It is like buying real estate. Everyone pays whatever they work out with their sales agent. All the rooms are so different and earlier you bought the bettet deal. We also sign a NDA, so your best bet is to check out the web site for pricing. Sales agents are super kind and not agressive at all. Price includes wifi, meals, gym, activities, 2 drinks with lunch and dinner (beer and wine), sodas and coffee included, laundry and room cleaning twice a week...One free doctor consult and care per injury or illness (follow up and prescriptions not). I think I got it all. Travel insurance....the ships has an insurance partner they work with, but most bought their own. (All different companies depending on needs)
@@MidLifeCruising95 Thanks for the great reply. Unfortunately, your NDA prevents you from giving me any real, useful information. You tell me that you got a whole bunch of stuff, but without the cost, it is meaningless. Did you pay $10,000 or $10,000,000? And are the ongoing fees $10 a day or $1,000 a day. BIG difference. Anyway, enjoy your new life. Hopefully it was a bargain. I am jealous.
Oh, sorry it was confusing. Daily fees are concrete and set across the board. Each deck and room size is different and listed on their web page. You can also click on each specific cabin in the deck plans and see the price they are asking and how much the monthly fee is for that room. We linked the web site in our description or you can go straight to their site. Hope that helps!!! @cruisecrazy7066
@@MidLifeCruising95 Thanks guys. I really appreciate the reference. It sounds like a wonderful retirement lifestyle, as long as you don't miss old friends and family. Maybe just for the first 5 or 10 years, then you may get bored. But what a delightful life to get bored of eh? Keep cruising.
Absolutely! Thay have balcony rooms, suites, and some bought more than one room amd knocked walls down. We will treat it like a bedroom and bathroom, the ship is the rest of our house.
I actually have. A question.I know, some people have small dogs.Are they allowed on because, obviously this is your home and some people have little dogs. Like like myself
Wait, you said that no other company has been successful at this concept, but I believe "the World" cruise ship has been doing this for many years. Did something happen with that program? According to wikipedia they emptied it in 2020 for COVID, but its been back in service since 2021. How is VIlla Vie different??
That is classified as a super yacht with less than 200 passengers according to their site, so not technically a cruise liner. They cost between 2 and 15 million. Luxury living as opposed to something attainable to the rest of us...
Thanks for a look around my 1st ship in 1994 was crown dynasty to alaska. When is this other cruise you've booked on what ship? I presume you paid for this I really hope it works out and you get to go on the odyssey I've done 89 cruises but I'm struggling now all the best looking forward to hearing about this cruise ice been to Greenland and Iceland the best
The VVR puchashed the old Fred Olsen Braemar. She was laid up during Covid for a few years, so they are bringing her back to life. We do love Iceland and are excited for Greenland!!! Thanks for watching.
@@MidLifeCruising95 Even on Villa Vie they should've called it leasing, because you only get to use it for the life of the ship, guaranteed to be at least 15 years. Ships are expensive to run, just imagine how much more expensive in 15 years time. As soon as it stops being profitable, that'll be the end of the life of the ship.
So how does it work with needing a doctor and getting scripts filled for like meds u need all the time? How does it work for having snacks/drinks/other stuff Can u put in your own mattress? Furniture bigger bar fridge How does it work with shopping ? What happens if u a disabled person to get onboard ? With trying to get on the ship Will there be shops onboard for shopping? 24 hours food service/ bar Can you order something not on the menu you feel like? Sorry for all the questions just wanted to know how it all works What other things can u answer ? Anything that’s happening onboard And how does it work if u wanna get off at some point
Doctor and nurse on board at all times. There is going to be a shop/sundry onboard. You can bring your own furniture and mattress if you want. The Villa Vie website can answer these better than I can. We linked their site in our description.
@@nancytorres5867 I heard when someone else posted this,...so I looked it up and their site says a luxury yacht, $2 mil - $15 mil per room with less than 200 passengers. VVR will be the first affordable residential cruise ship.
They have 4 starlink connections, so hopefully this is sufficient. If I have the ability to travel the world, I will do it in just about anything. No need for luxury for me. Just thankful!!
For the price I was expecting those cabins to look nicer. That's not the type of money I would like to pay to step onto a ship that looks like it's from the 80s or 90s. I was also shocked to find out detail like you only get included laundry service and housekeeping every two weeks in that high monthly fee. The only way I can see this making sense is if the tax you're saving by not being resident anywhere covers most or all of the cost. I'm sorry for being so negative, it is just my opinion. I wish you all the best and hope they sort all their problems out.
Laundry and cleaning are twice per week, not every two weeks. More renovations are planned once we set sail, only so much can be done in a limited time.
@@MidLifeCruising95 Interesting. I've grown up with "two weekly" (from their website) meaning every two weeks. "twice weekly" means two times a week. "only so much can be done in a limited time" ... that doesn't make sense. They chose the date by when the ship will be ready, they should've chosen one by when it would be completely ready. That's like buying a house and the builder saying, don't worry we'll finish off after you've moved in. Maybe I'm just missing the allure of this adventure. I won't say anything else, because your videos are great and have helped me make my mind up.
@@farab4391 they were not aware of the rudder stock issues. The previous owner did not disclose this. Either way, rudder stocks are a huge undertaking and they had to deal with it. Nothing we can do about it, so we make the best of it. Laundry is DEFINITELY twice a week, or we would all smell!
@@MidLifeCruising95 I'm following this because a friend is booked on this cruise and was so excited for her. This is bait and switch IMO. The company is responsible for providing you with the product you contracted for. Mike and Co. are selling you a lot of bs- and it sounds like an abusive lover who keeps telling you that whatever happens is not his fault. ITS 100% his fault for no doing his due diligence. He sold a concept then bought the only ship. he could find or afford. He did not realize his vision- since the ship looks nothing like his "dream". How could he promise this cruise to customers- and then act like he got stuck with this old-ship? Why weren't all the cabins and hallways redecorated? Why weren't the bathroom redone- like in the pictures on their website when people booked this cruise? All those things could have and should have been done during dry dock. Even the hallways have old dirty carpet and it's been in dry dock for months. There was no coordinated effort or professionalism. I'd be on another cruise- there are plenty of affordable world cruises out there. Maybe not for three years- but lots of them- with lovely cabins and amenities.
Each deck level, and each room is different. They also offer so many programs, so this is hard to answer. The prices will go up once we set sail. Check out the link to their website in the description and it will show all the pricing options.
@@TheJohnebey I do know they are saving many cabins for segment rentals. A segment is a region of the world lasting 30-120 days each. I don't think the goal is to sell them all.
@@MidLifeCruising95 have a look at the channel project amber he was in UK so not sure if you can use the same music provider as he does,but the guy is a genius at picking the right music per video :) must better than your lift music :)
The music when you're not talking is too loud and brutal...JMO. Good video though, I have some friends that bought a cabin and are in waiting mode like you are.
Was on a cruise ship many years ago was only a 3/4 day trip for me it was a no go. It was a work trip for family from the bosses to the employees, never been on a ship and we had a 4 month old baby with us the whole ship wanted to kidnap my baby she’s so cute bar staff-captain-kids nursery- cabin crew- the whole ship even hubbys friends. One they gave us a small room rite by the stairs not good with a pram hubby carry baby up me carry pram not fun no staff helping. It was funny at times cos hubby and baby have same initials and we had to use pre paid cards on board I still had my drinks my baby was fine. but man do they throw u killer drinks it’s more vodka then coke or whatever. Never had morning sickness nothing but on the ship I was bad off then I met some other guy there no not that way, he was also seasick so I go get him some of mine, u can’t have a scissors with u, so I go find a nurse ask her please can u cut this meds I wanna help someone else. This nut started going nuts on me about how all the young ones wanna just party and take dr@gs I was like excuse me it’s nausea meds dam that chick be crazy. So we have a tiny room it’s just a bed I have to clean the baby bottles on the floor with a bowl the boil hot water to sterilise, then make bottles, the bed is small him one side baby in the middle me on the the other side I have to watch out there is a bunk bed just above my head hit it a few times 😫 ouch . Didn’t get breakfast only lunch and dinner didn’t work well cos we somehow missed dinner all times and room service was bad at 9-10 pm u can only get a club sandwich that’s all they will make there is 2 restaurants but after 8 pm they close. So u get really hungry. Then lest I forget cos we have a baby with us they wanted us to do excursions from a rubber duck To go onland now tell me how a pram was gonna work for sand or on a ducky, then because some went and they used the ship ducky this was in Mauritius the pirates yes they wanted to board the ship and hold us hostage now imagine that with again a baby u r freaking out so badly. My nerves were DONE 5 hour wait in the one room 5 - 5 hours stressing with a baby no less. I will never go back on a ship again when we got back to land I have never wanted to kiss the ground as much as I had before we had sea legs for weeks after, every thing like the bed bathroom was like off by what I mean is the ship is going forward we are sleeping sideways over the engine the vibration and the moving of the sea was not fun. U back home and going to a bathroom or ur bed for weeks it was going with the motion even flying back was not fun. For some reason I got frisked twice who knows even poor baby had to get a pat down like why a. Baby I wasn’t hiding anything what been a young looking mom made them think I was a party mom lmao I know I know. Did get to meet some fantastic people while there my very own Will and Grace yeah that’s how long ago that was now baby ain’t baby anymore now teen Will I do it again NO but I will watch u guys have all the fun Hope nothing goes wrong and u get it have fun
Our bedroom is the perfect size for us. The ship is our house, and the world is our yard! I would sleep on the floor if it meant I could travel the world.
You keep talking about things being worked on. It doesn't bother you that the ship was supposed to sail more than a month ago?! These weren't unforeseen problems. These should have been addressed on the timeline. This is is just bad management. Good luck with this company. I don't think they will make it. This is all an example of poor planning and management.
They bought a ship that wasn't what is was supposed to be. More problems arose, but they dealt with them head on. Ideal? No. It is what it is and a safe ship is preferred. Rudder stocks had to be replaced. A couple of months in dry dock after she was laid up during Covid for 4 years was a bigger hurdle than expected. All we can do is roll with it and hope for the best.
@@MidLifeCruising95 , they gave a timeline and failed miserably at keeping it. Poor planning. The emphasis is on sales without regards to operations. That is indicative of a company that is not interested in the long term. I hope I am wrong, but my prediction is they will sail for a year or so until they fully sell out the ship, siphon off as much cash to management, then declare bankruptcy. Just like with this, they will cite "unforeseen" circumstances.
@@charliedurham4248 I agree, Ive seen this before and the ship never materialized and the took everyones money, and didn't return it. This is a vision of one man not an established cruise line. You are banking on the vision of one guy who may not be an expert a running a company or a cruise line since he has never done it. These endeavors should be financed completely or part of an established cruise line. The "delays" sound all too familiar with the cruise line that just took everyones money and ran.
@@Cruise_227 Cruises run like clockwork- teamwork- ship shape- planning. Mike called Edinburgh "EDINBURG"- what does that tell you? He walks around looking unsure of himself- hands in pockets- worried. This cruise line hasn't even left the port. They will cancel on these people- claiming "unforeseen" issues with the ship. Just ridiculous with no plan. There are no laundry facilities!!!! There is barely any crew. Is there even water for bathing? I doubt it.
🙄 gosh I’m so glad I have a high vibration that means everything always works out for me. Let me know if you’d like me to teach you how to do that so you too can live a life you love ❤️
@pizzapizza4991. Yeah I'm sure you are right. These developers are just spending a few hundred million and all these workers spending months of their lives just to make fools of all these investors and buyers. But nobody can fool you.
@@allent1034 You realize that just happened with the last resident cruise ship? The passengers still have not received their money, it's only intelligent to be cautiously optimistic.
Dear oh dear. Do you really have to bring the Bible into a decision on whether this company and joining this vessel as a passenger is a correct decision? This is not a 'residence' vessel. to retire on. A ship like this with such tiny, tiny cabins, no couch (1 chair), tiny closets is ridiculous.
@@craiglaforest Yes! My patience and positivity is something I draw from my faith. Also, one can book a much larger room if space is something that is important. We are happy that our bedroom has a bed and a bathroom. The ship will be our home with plenty of lounge space. As a retired teacher, I am grateful I can afford to even step foot on this ship, let alone live on it.
@@MidLifeCruising95 I only want to suggest for your sake that you really investigate the financials of this company. I don't want you to lose your savings. Too many companies have proposed residential cruise lines and many have failed. Make certain you understand their balance sheet. Have an expert look at them. Best regards.
Love your updates and being able to roll with the punches. Awesome! Question - you said your upcoming cruise is for 21 days?! Golly - sorry that the delay for the Villa Vie will be that much longer….🫤
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I really liked what you said about the naysayers! This delay is part of the adventure in your next chapter. thanks, I'm here for the duration, hugs.
Yes! Thank you! Appreciate it!!
Thank you , enjoyed all of your video , comments and positively inspiring vibes
Aaawww, thank you so much, much appreciated!
I love your spirit and positive attitude Angela! You're in the home stretch now.
Thanks so so much!
The ship is looking great! I know some are frustrated by the delays, but things like this happen. Villa Vie has been very transparent. Refurbishing a ship of this age that has sat for some time is a monumental task. Looking forward to your upcoming adventure.
Thank you!
One of the executes came from the last cruise ship that took peoples money and never materialized after countless delays. The guests are still waiting for their money after they canceled the cruise and scrapped the company. Hopefully this one is better.
@@Cruise_227 I think the difference is we actually HAVE a ship already. Fingers crossed!
@@MidLifeCruising95the other company also had a ship the Gemini which wasn’t seaworthy just like this sister ship of the Gemini. It was supposed to be scrapped prior to villavie buying it. this will be interesting. Positive thoughts
We won't be joining til Segment 7, but we cannot wait to meet you! Yes, we enjoy people with great attitudes and an adventurous spirit; and you both seem to have those great qualities!!! Thank you for the video. It was so good to see all the updates on this pretty lady!
@@ReneJ.Lemaire Thanks so much!!! See you segment 7!!!
Love your updates and seeing the progress on the ship. We have had the privilege of being on the ship when it was the Braemar and we loved it for its size. Also very stable in rough seas when we went to Norway ! Very envious of you guys. I have also been to Greenland you will love it, the icebergs etc are phenomenal and the colours are amazing watch out for lots of sealife along the way especially between Norway, Scotland, Iceland and Greenland. Puffins, orca, humpbacks, polar bears and maybe a narwhal 😊
Wow...can't wait! This will be our first time to Greenland. Glad to hear she is stable in rough waters - hubs will be happy to hear that!
I'm about 2 years away from making this happen but I will be on the next ship for sure. Thanks for the update. I've been following you and Villa Vie from the start.
Thanks for watching. Two years...let the count down begin!
I admire your intestinal fortitude. No way in hell I could spend any significant length of time in that tiny cabin. Enjoy your adventures.
It is a perfect size for a bedroom. You should see my backyard!! Ha
You guys have the right attitude. Ignore the negative comments and live your adventure. AND thanks for taking the time and effort to make these videos.
@@sramundt Thank you. We are really enjoying it.
The ship is 31 years old slapping a coat of paint on the exterior does not make it modern. The ship is past its sell-by date why do you think Fred Olsen got rid of it? We were offered it but turned it down.Interested to know who will pay for repairs and dry docking etc when or if the ship ever gets moving.
@@dlgregory35 She is a classic beauty and no claims to being modern. If it was just paint she needed we would have set sail long ago. She is already set for her next drydock, been on the itinerary since the get go. If they bought something more expensive or built from scratch, we wouldn't be able to afford to go as retired teacher and LEO. We are thankful and grateful and will take what we can get, old lady or not.
Thank you for the tour. I’m really excited for you all!
@@jackredmond6023 thanks for watching!! Much more to come!
Thanks so much for posting this video! It’s great to have another perspective and ro see things behind the scenes. Please keep posting them when you can. I’ve been fascinated with Villa Ville for many months and have been following the developments closely. It’s great how close things are to completion! I look forward to seeing the voyage through your eyes.
Thanks for watching! Many more VV videos to come!
I love watching your videos. Positive travel vibes from us to you. I like your attitude. Lemons= Lemonade
@@LisaGeiger-ml6mw Aawww, thanks so much for watching!! We truly appreciate it!
Things are coming along. I think you have a fantastic attitude on life and the delays.
Aaawww, thanks so much!!
Looks like it is coming along! Love y’all are so positive!
We try!!! Only way to live is making the lemonade out of lemons (and good book suggestions from friends)!
👏👏👏👏.. so cool. Looks like it’s coming along nicely! Thanks for showing us the cabins. Would have been great to see one with a balcony too but maybe that wasn’t ready for viewing yet. Everything will be great when it’s finished, I’m sure. Are there going to be shops on board, or will you do your shopping at the ports (if you happen to need something)? It looks like a nice sized ship, not like one of those monsters that seem to be so popular these days 😂. Hope your next cruise is lots of fun (while waiting for your new home). I look forward to seeing more on Villa Vie and your adventures living on a ship!
Check out the first tour, we had a quick walk through of a balcony room on that video. There will be a sundry on board for day-to-day needs.
Very very nice !
Excited for you two gypsies !!!
Thank you!! Miss you!
Really glad I stumbled onto your channel! I’m excited to follow your Villavie journey.
@@becfurness8597 oh yay! Thanks so much!!!
Super exciting to see her progress, thanks for sharing!
Absolutely!!! Thanks for watching!
It is getting close now! i still like going back and watching your earlier videos Friends! 🙂Don't forget us when you sail we need those videos to keep coming! 🙂
INDEED they will!!!
@@MidLifeCruising95 🙂
Nice job on the video. Keep 'em coming!
@@QrooSpanish Thanks so much!
Love yall! I am really rooting for you and prayers for success. Safe journeys!
Thanks so much!!!!
Well said about staying positive!
Thanks! Much appreciated!
Subscribed! We will all be living vicariously through you!
Thank you so much! Appreciate it!
Awesome stuff! Love following your adventures. Miss you guys! ❤
Thanks so much for watching!!!
The ship looks amazing!
Nice progress for sure!
Really gorgeous ship. I love your optimist mindset. You are indeed very adventurous... another cruise while you wait👏👏👏🤗. Enjoy Greenland one of my bucket list cruise 💖
We are almost there! Super excited...and cold! Ha
The ship is looking great! Thanks for the video. I wasn't expecting a Bible lesson at the end, which would preclude me from watching anymore, but grateful for the update!
Thanks for watching.
Oh really, I loved the message at the end about thinking positive and not spreading negativity. Who cares who said it if it is a good thing.
Good onya looking forward to more of your videos
Thanks so much!
Can't wait to see more videos!
@@discoverrealestatesanjuandelsu Thanks Love!!!
I like a CEO in a t-shirt! Very interesting and entertaining but most of all, your philosophy of life ensures great quality of life.
Thanks so much!!!
How much luggage were yall allowed? I watched the Ultimate World Cruise on Royal Carribean and they had tons for a 9month cruise. Excited to see how you make it HOME!
Praying yall have no more hiccups!
We were not given a limit of luggage. The size of your room dictates that though. I am crazy organized and like things tidy, so this will be interesting and potentially challenging. No clutter for me!!
Looking forward to how you utilize the space.
@@MidLifeCruising95Will they store your luggage for your or do you have to find room for it?
Glad you like what you say there. A small correction to your narrative. Villa Vie is NOT the 1st Resident Ship. Since 2001 The World - Residences at Sea - The World Cruise Boat has been sailing. Their beginning was rough, with several management changes until the residents took over. Sometimes less than 50 passengers are on board, and guests wander around in bathing suits. The ship is also open for regular cruise passengers to make some revenue. Last but not least the vessel has passed her "normal" life expectancy. She will require a ton of TLC, and spare parts will be difficult to come by. Case in point the problem and hence delayed departure, the saga of replacing the rudder stock. Wishing you all fair seas!
The first affordable one for sure, AND "The World" website says a luxury yacht with less than 200 passengers...just taking their website at face value. We are not luxury for sure...
Hopefully we set sail pronto!!!
Nice video. Thank you!
Glad you liked it!
I am hoping for the best guys.
@@TheJohnebey We got this! Just a few weeks away and we set sail on the Villa Vie!!
I also have another question. Do they have rooms with balconies? And if they do? Is there any way you can do walk through on one of them? I mean, that would be kind of cool to see what their bigger cabins are like.😊
Yes, balcony rooms are available. We did a video on a balcony suite - even bigger than a balcony. More to come.
They've done a nice job so far. It's looking very good and the pool deck looks great. Did they give you any update yet on when she will be ready to set sail?
VVR is going to make an official announcement soon!! It is getting close!!!
@@MidLifeCruising95 I'm super envious, in the most positive way. I'm just imagining the community you will have on board, traveling the world together. ❤️ I'm along for the ride through your TH-cam videos.
May I ask how much you paid for your cabin, and what did it cover? How do you deal with health insurance? What about ongoing costs?
It is like buying real estate. Everyone pays whatever they work out with their sales agent. All the rooms are so different and earlier you bought the bettet deal. We also sign a NDA, so your best bet is to check out the web site for pricing. Sales agents are super kind and not agressive at all.
Price includes wifi, meals, gym, activities, 2 drinks with lunch and dinner (beer and wine), sodas and coffee included, laundry and room cleaning twice a week...One free doctor consult and care per injury or illness (follow up and prescriptions not). I think I got it all. Travel insurance....the ships has an insurance partner they work with, but most bought their own. (All different companies depending on needs)
@@MidLifeCruising95 Thanks for the great reply. Unfortunately, your NDA prevents you from giving me any real, useful information. You tell me that you got a whole bunch of stuff, but without the cost, it is meaningless. Did you pay $10,000 or $10,000,000? And are the ongoing fees $10 a day or $1,000 a day. BIG difference. Anyway, enjoy your new life. Hopefully it was a bargain. I am jealous.
I saw another channel where they said that they paid 100k for their room and then they pay an additional $3200 a month.
Oh, sorry it was confusing. Daily fees are concrete and set across the board. Each deck and room size is different and listed on their web page. You can also click on each specific cabin in the deck plans and see the price they are asking and how much the monthly fee is for that room. We linked the web site in our description or you can go straight to their site. Hope that helps!!! @cruisecrazy7066
@@MidLifeCruising95 Thanks guys. I really appreciate the reference. It sounds like a wonderful retirement lifestyle, as long as you don't miss old friends and family. Maybe just for the first 5 or 10 years, then you may get bored. But what a delightful life to get bored of eh? Keep cruising.
Id give anything to live there
We are so excited and grateful we get to! Thanks for watching!
I’d like more information about this lifestyle and availability of cabins for sale on this ship. Could you tell me who to contact?
We have a link in the description below. Thanks for joining us!!
Are some cabins larger? The two shown were very tight for a 3 year stay!! Not sure I could do it, but blessings to you on your journey!
Absolutely! Thay have balcony rooms, suites, and some bought more than one room amd knocked walls down. We will treat it like a bedroom and bathroom, the ship is the rest of our house.
Best luck in your travels; have you received direction from villa vie about arrangements you need to make for future dry docks
They already have the next one scheduled on the itinerary. I think it is in Singapore. They will put us up in a hotel for 2 weeks.
I actually have.
A question.I know, some people have small dogs.Are they allowed on because, obviously this is your home and some people have little dogs.
Like like myself
Cats are allowed, but dogs are not. I would LOVE a dog though.
Wait, you said that no other company has been successful at this concept, but I believe "the World" cruise ship has been doing this for many years. Did something happen with that program? According to wikipedia they emptied it in 2020 for COVID, but its been back in service since 2021. How is VIlla Vie different??
That is classified as a super yacht with less than 200 passengers according to their site, so not technically a cruise liner. They cost between 2 and 15 million. Luxury living as opposed to something attainable to the rest of us...
@@MidLifeCruising95 Aah I see, thank you for clearing that up for me!
@@Mrzizzy69 I didn't even know about The World, so you taught me something!
Thanks for a look around my 1st ship in 1994 was crown dynasty to alaska. When is this other cruise you've booked on what ship? I presume you paid for this I really hope it works out and you get to go on the odyssey I've done 89 cruises but I'm struggling now all the best looking forward to hearing about this cruise ice been to Greenland and Iceland the best
The VVR puchashed the old Fred Olsen Braemar. She was laid up during Covid for a few years, so they are bringing her back to life.
We do love Iceland and are excited for Greenland!!! Thanks for watching.
What ship is on on and what date
14:17 They already have The World Residences at Sea/Luxury Private Residences at Sea 20 years ago; this is not the first one !
Never heard of it. Can you tell me the name? Did they actually own the cabin or just pay for a long cruise?
Maybe this is the first affordable one. Ha ha
Found it....NOT a cruise ship, it is called The World and it is a luxury yacht according to their own web site with less then 200 passengers.
@@MidLifeCruising95 Even on Villa Vie they should've called it leasing, because you only get to use it for the life of the ship, guaranteed to be at least 15 years. Ships are expensive to run, just imagine how much more expensive in 15 years time. As soon as it stops being profitable, that'll be the end of the life of the ship.
So how does it work with needing a doctor and getting scripts filled for like meds u need all the time?
How does it work for having snacks/drinks/other stuff
Can u put in your own mattress? Furniture bigger bar fridge
How does it work with shopping ?
What happens if u a disabled person to get onboard ? With trying to get on the ship
Will there be shops onboard for shopping?
24 hours food service/ bar
Can you order something not on the menu you feel like?
Sorry for all the questions just wanted to know how it all works
What other things can u answer ?
Anything that’s happening onboard
And how does it work if u wanna get off at some point
Doctor and nurse on board at all times. There is going to be a shop/sundry onboard. You can bring your own furniture and mattress if you want. The Villa Vie website can answer these better than I can. We linked their site in our description.
MS the World is a private residential cruise ship that has been sailing around the world for over 20 yrs
@@nancytorres5867 I heard when someone else posted this,...so I looked it up and their site says a luxury yacht, $2 mil - $15 mil per room with less than 200 passengers. VVR will be the first affordable residential cruise ship.
Every day it’s one day closer. It won’t be long now.
Woo hoo!!!
I am sure you will encourage others to do this
@@ColinMizen the more the merrier! Thanks for watching!
You can paint your cabins 🤯🤯
@@marshall.cochran yes!!!! Not sure we will, but we are allowed.
Oh my 😮. Buyer beware.
Will the fancy smancy business center have AOL?
They have 4 starlink connections, so hopefully this is sufficient. If I have the ability to travel the world, I will do it in just about anything. No need for luxury for me. Just thankful!!
Are the majority of passengers onboard American ?
High percentage but we have people from all over the world.
For the price I was expecting those cabins to look nicer. That's not the type of money I would like to pay to step onto a ship that looks like it's from the 80s or 90s. I was also shocked to find out detail like you only get included laundry service and housekeeping every two weeks in that high monthly fee. The only way I can see this making sense is if the tax you're saving by not being resident anywhere covers most or all of the cost. I'm sorry for being so negative, it is just my opinion. I wish you all the best and hope they sort all their problems out.
Laundry and cleaning are twice per week, not every two weeks. More renovations are planned once we set sail, only so much can be done in a limited time.
@@MidLifeCruising95 Interesting. I've grown up with "two weekly" (from their website) meaning every two weeks. "twice weekly" means two times a week. "only so much can be done in a limited time" ... that doesn't make sense. They chose the date by when the ship will be ready, they should've chosen one by when it would be completely ready. That's like buying a house and the builder saying, don't worry we'll finish off after you've moved in. Maybe I'm just missing the allure of this adventure. I won't say anything else, because your videos are great and have helped me make my mind up.
@@farab4391 they were not aware of the rudder stock issues. The previous owner did not disclose this. Either way, rudder stocks are a huge undertaking and they had to deal with it. Nothing we can do about it, so we make the best of it.
Laundry is DEFINITELY twice a week, or we would all smell!
@@MidLifeCruising95 I'm following this because a friend is booked on this cruise and was so excited for her. This is bait and switch IMO. The company is responsible for providing you with the product you contracted for. Mike and Co. are selling you a lot of bs- and it sounds like an abusive lover who keeps telling you that whatever happens is not his fault. ITS 100% his fault for no doing his due diligence. He sold a concept then bought the only ship. he could find or afford. He did not realize his vision- since the ship looks nothing like his "dream". How could he promise this cruise to customers- and then act like he got stuck with this old-ship? Why weren't all the cabins and hallways redecorated? Why weren't the bathroom redone- like in the pictures on their website when people booked this cruise? All those things could have and should have been done during dry dock. Even the hallways have old dirty carpet and it's been in dry dock for months. There was no coordinated effort or professionalism. I'd be on another cruise- there are plenty of affordable world cruises out there. Maybe not for three years- but lots of them- with lovely cabins and amenities.
@@MidLifeCruising95Why didn’t the new owners have an inspection before purchasing?
Have u met living on a cruise johan and lanette?
Yes, we have met almost everyone. The residents are amazing!!!
What a wonderful way to recycle an older ship. Love the concept and hope it works out for you.
Thanks so much! We hope so, too!!!
With which company are you going and can you tell us your itenarary. Please photos of the destinations❤
For the Odyssey or for our pre-cruise? The Odyssey itinerary is on the villa vie website. (Way too long to post)
@@MidLifeCruising95 no i mean the pre cruise.that what you now are going to do
13:10 - How in the heck are supposed to use that TV??
They all move and swivel both directions. Our latest video shows us moving it around.
@@MidLifeCruising95 Not that one. This one was above the headboard. You'd have to sit at the foot of the bed to watch it.
So strange!!!
What are the pricing for this kind of living?
Each deck level, and each room is different. They also offer so many programs, so this is hard to answer. The prices will go up once we set sail. Check out the link to their website in the description and it will show all the pricing options.
How does one find out the sales experience on the ship? Curious as to % sold
@@TheJohnebey I do know they are saving many cabins for segment rentals. A segment is a region of the world lasting 30-120 days each. I don't think the goal is to sell them all.
@@MidLifeCruising95 Thx
Less Annoying music please
Funny how some love it and some hate it. We have been adjusting it lower and lower each video to find the sweet spot.
Yes, it’s quite loud.
Already turned it down for future videos. Thanks!!
@@MidLifeCruising95 have a look at the channel project amber he was in UK so not sure if you can use the same music provider as he does,but the guy is a genius at picking the right music per video :) must better than your lift music :)
@@MidLifeCruising95I really enjoy your music choices.
The music when you're not talking is too loud and brutal...JMO. Good video though, I have some friends that bought a cabin and are in waiting mode like you are.
Now that we know, we will try to adjust. Thanks!
Was on a cruise ship many years ago was only a 3/4 day trip for me it was a no go.
It was a work trip for family from the bosses to the employees, never been on a ship and we had a 4 month old baby with us the whole ship wanted to kidnap my baby she’s so cute
bar staff-captain-kids nursery- cabin crew- the whole ship even hubbys friends.
One they gave us a small room rite by the stairs not good with a pram hubby carry baby up me carry pram not fun no staff helping.
It was funny at times cos hubby and baby have same initials and we had to use pre paid cards on board
I still had my drinks my baby was fine. but man do they throw u killer drinks it’s more vodka then coke or whatever.
Never had morning sickness nothing but on the ship I was bad off then I met some other guy there no not that way, he was also seasick so I go get him some of mine, u can’t have a scissors with u, so I go find a nurse ask her please can u cut this meds I wanna help someone else. This nut started going nuts on me about how all the young ones wanna just party and take dr@gs I was like excuse me it’s nausea meds dam that chick be crazy.
So we have a tiny room it’s just a bed I have to clean the baby bottles on the floor with a bowl the boil hot water to sterilise, then make bottles, the bed is small him one side baby in the middle me on the the other side I have to watch out there is a bunk bed just above my head hit it a few times 😫 ouch . Didn’t get breakfast only lunch and dinner didn’t work well cos we somehow missed dinner all times and room service was bad at 9-10 pm u can only get a club sandwich that’s all they will make there is 2 restaurants but after 8 pm they close. So u get really hungry.
Then lest I forget cos we have a baby with us they wanted us to do excursions from a rubber duck
To go onland now tell me how a pram was gonna work for sand or on a ducky, then because some went and they used the ship ducky this was in
Mauritius the pirates yes they wanted to board the ship and hold us hostage now imagine that with again a baby u r freaking out so badly. My nerves were DONE 5 hour wait in the one room 5 - 5 hours stressing with a baby no less.
I will never go back on a ship again when we got back to land I have never wanted to kiss the ground as much as I had before we had sea legs for weeks after, every thing like the bed bathroom was like off by what I mean is the ship is going forward we are sleeping sideways over the engine the vibration and the moving of the sea was not fun. U back home and going to a bathroom or ur bed for weeks it was going with the motion even flying back was not fun.
For some reason I got frisked twice who knows even poor baby had to get a pat down like why a. Baby I wasn’t hiding anything what been a young looking mom made them think I was a party mom lmao I know I know.
Did get to meet some fantastic people while there my very own Will and Grace yeah that’s how long ago that was now baby ain’t baby anymore now teen
Will I do it again NO but I will watch u guys have all the fun
Hope nothing goes wrong and u get it have fun
Wow!! What an experience you had!!!! Those are memories for a lifetime. Thanks so much for joining us.
So if the ship sinks your whole life is gone
Well, our life and clothes I suppose...
@@MidLifeCruising95 your very brave I'm Not being disrespectful to you at all this scares me
@@joegleeson2958 the delays are because the DNV are going over everything so closely...I do appreciate the concern.
@@MidLifeCruising95 I wish you all the best and hope you have a fantastic time
Thanks so much!
Gee those are tiny state room.
Our bedroom is the perfect size for us. The ship is our house, and the world is our yard! I would sleep on the floor if it meant I could travel the world.
You keep talking about things being worked on. It doesn't bother you that the ship was supposed to sail more than a month ago?!
These weren't unforeseen problems. These should have been addressed on the timeline. This is is just bad management. Good luck with this company. I don't think they will make it. This is all an example of poor planning and management.
They bought a ship that wasn't what is was supposed to be. More problems arose, but they dealt with them head on. Ideal? No. It is what it is and a safe ship is preferred. Rudder stocks had to be replaced. A couple of months in dry dock after she was laid up during Covid for 4 years was a bigger hurdle than expected. All we can do is roll with it and hope for the best.
@@MidLifeCruising95 , they gave a timeline and failed miserably at keeping it. Poor planning. The emphasis is on sales without regards to operations. That is indicative of a company that is not interested in the long term. I hope I am wrong, but my prediction is they will sail for a year or so until they fully sell out the ship, siphon off as much cash to management, then declare bankruptcy. Just like with this, they will cite "unforeseen" circumstances.
@@charliedurham4248 all we can do at this point is hope for the best.
@@charliedurham4248 I agree, Ive seen this before and the ship never materialized and the took everyones money, and didn't return it. This is a vision of one man not an established cruise line. You are banking on the vision of one guy who may not be an expert a running a company or a cruise line since he has never done it. These endeavors should be financed completely or part of an established cruise line. The "delays" sound all too familiar with the cruise line that just took everyones money and ran.
@@Cruise_227 Cruises run like clockwork- teamwork- ship shape- planning. Mike called Edinburgh "EDINBURG"- what does that tell you? He walks around looking unsure of himself- hands in pockets- worried. This cruise line hasn't even left the port. They will cancel on these people- claiming "unforeseen" issues with the ship. Just ridiculous with no plan. There are no laundry facilities!!!! There is barely any crew. Is there even water for bathing? I doubt it.
Still drinking the Kool aid…
"Oh, yeah!" Tropical Punch was my fav! Ha ha....the biggest difference from all the others is they actually already have the ship.
🙄 gosh I’m so glad I have a high vibration that means everything always works out for me. Let me know if you’d like me to teach you how to do that so you too can live a life you love ❤️
@@HappyCalmFree thought that was to me at first...ha ha. His life must be decent if he eats pizza. ;)
@pizzapizza4991. Yeah I'm sure you are right. These developers are just spending a few hundred million and all these workers spending months of their lives just to make fools of all these investors and buyers. But nobody can fool you.
@@allent1034 You realize that just happened with the last resident cruise ship? The passengers still have not received their money, it's only intelligent to be cautiously optimistic.
I wish you luck,but not for me I'm afraid
Understood, not for everyone. Thanks for watching.
Dear oh dear. Do you really have to bring the Bible into a decision on whether this company and joining this vessel as a passenger is a correct decision? This is not a 'residence' vessel. to retire on. A ship like this with such tiny, tiny cabins, no couch (1 chair), tiny closets is ridiculous.
@@craiglaforest Yes! My patience and positivity is something I draw from my faith. Also, one can book a much larger room if space is something that is important. We are happy that our bedroom has a bed and a bathroom. The ship will be our home with plenty of lounge space. As a retired teacher, I am grateful I can afford to even step foot on this ship, let alone live on it.
@@MidLifeCruising95 I only want to suggest for your sake that you really investigate the financials of this company. I don't want you to lose your savings. Too many companies have proposed residential cruise lines and many have failed. Make certain you understand their balance sheet. Have an expert look at them. Best regards.
Sorry but not for me. Good luck. I wish you the best.
I understand. This is not for everyone, but it is a dream come true for us. Thanks for watching!
No thank you
It's definitely not for everyone, but it is perfect for us.
Love your updates and being able to roll with the punches. Awesome!
Question - you said your upcoming cruise is for 21 days?! Golly - sorry that the delay for the Villa Vie will be that much longer….🫤
At the most...VVR will announce the sail date soon. We may be flying back and leaving the other cruise a few days early... we will see.
The best place for all cruise ships is in Davy Jones locker!
Ha! Cruise trials on Monday!