Are we STILL MOVING onto a Cruise Ship? | Villa Vie Update
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- Опубликовано: 10 сен 2024
- Earlier this year, we announced big cruise news and address all the reasons why we are moving into a cruise ship and how you have a chance to move into the same cruise ship for 6 months as well! We addressed why cruise passengers are moving onto residential cruise ships by new Residential Cruise Lines including our exciting cruise news of what residential cruise ship we will be moving into and when we will be moving in to our new cruise ship residence. We could not wait to share our onboard experiences along with those from our fellow cruise passengers. However, there are updates to be shared including if we are still moving onto a Cruise Ship this year. Are these cruise passengers justified in their decision to move in to residential cruise ships? Should you book a Residential Cruise Ship Cabin or book a World Cruise Segment? This is the latest cruise news in tandem across the cruise industry where all cruise lines are making cruise cutbacks for cruise passengers onboard cruise ships during 2024 and we were surprised by the affordability of moving into a cruise ship in 2024! How are residential cruise ships different for cruise passengers than mainstream ocean cruises or world cruises on mainstream cruise lines such as Royal Caribbean World Cruise on Serenade of the Seas Cruise Ship or Cunard World Cruise at sea? How do Cruise Ship Crew handle these residential cruise passengers? Are cruise ship passengers okay with residential cruise lines and 2024 changes to cruises? We talk through our experiences and excitement with partnering with a new cruise line. This affects cruisers from the World’s Biggest Cruise Ship Class, to the World’s Smallest Cruise Ship Class and every Cruise Ship in between as Residential Cruise Ships may take over the Cruise Industry as a new way to Travel the World on a budget while being digital nomads and working at sea. What are your thoughts in our inside cruise chat on the biggest update of us moving into a Cruise Ship 2024?
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It's a big risk being one of the first residents. I would guess in 3.5 yrs they will need to do at least one surpise maintenance and it won't be cheap putting everyone up in hotels etc. I think I'd wait until the proof of concept is proven.
Smart move; so many red flags with VV at this point, seems best to see how it plays out and ease in to it after it successfully sails.
I prefer to choose my ship at the time I plan my cruising. I like the options of changing ships and companies if safety or cleanliness changes over time!
was watching another couple also. Seems like there has been issue after issue. cool concept, but I think i'd be nervous with how many times it has not passed inspection
Agree ..it’s also an old ship no certificate ….and the room is so old and nasty looking …run
Can you clarify the financial relationship you have with the cruises he. What monetary compensation have you received. Thanks.
Utopia isn’t the last oasis class ship, they have number 7 on order to come out in 2027-28. They made the announcement shortly after carnival made their announcement of 2 more XL class ships earlier this year. Great show, looking forward to y’all upcoming adventures!
He's paid to say all this. It is now more than a month after this video and the people are still waiting. They still don't have a sail date.
@@lindamounts2193 no need to worry about them. It’s all good. We’re adventurers and fortune always favors the bold 😬
We are not paid by anyone. We are awaiting the true launch as well.
This video was filmed quite a while back. Updates have occurred since this video was released.
They do have a sail date. Apparently it's tomorrow 28th August 2024. I'll be watching with interest.
@@alanabroad3471 unfortunately it will not be sailing tomorrow just as it hasn't sailed for the past 11+ dates announced or targeted during the last 104 days of delay. One of the resident vlogging couples last Friday August 23 said Villa Vie told them the sequence of events would be 1) Sea trials then 2) PSSC certification then residents can board then 4) Maritime and Coastgard Agency certification and 5) Public Health sign off and then supposedly launching August 31. As has been the case, 1 week to do all that is not achievable. And sea trials were targeted for tomorrow Wednesday but now are supposedly Friday so the unrealistic timeline is already blown out of the water.
@@RetiredZGrt As of today's BBC (21 hours ago) article :"CEO Mike Petterson said that he expects the ship to launch by the end of next week.
"We're not focused on the next days or weeks, we are focused on the rest of our lives and what this company will do for the residents and the industry," he said.
I have been very interested in VV. However, given the extended time in dry dock I wonder what the financial situation is. I have noted that they have increased all their segment booking prices by up to 50% and that they are not turning on the air conditioning what they are at port in Ireland to save money. I would hate to book one or more segments only to have a trip that was going to be impacted by cost Cy putting measures or worst still be left high and dry due to bankruptcy. Has anyone any insight to the costs associated with running an old cruise ship?
That's a bummer to hear about the delay, JJ, but thanks so much for the update! We totally understand that unexpected things can come up during certification of these older ships. While we were definitely looking forward to your seasoned opinions on living aboard Villa Vie Residences, your positive attitude is a breath of fresh air. This whole concept feels like it's pushing the boundaries of cruising - living at sea full-time? It sounds like Villa Vie Residences is a true pioneer in the industry, and we can't wait to see your future content on it. This definitely feels like a glimpse into the future of cruising!
As someone retired who loves life at sea I am seriously looking at the special retiree lifetime program. Hoping they get going soon!
Do you know of any other cruise residences, not World?
@@johnkean6852not that have a ship!
Come and join us!
No way..old ship never good
@@johnkean6852 The world is the only one. Others of this caliber have all been scrapped, one has left passengers with absolutely nothing.
Been on a few cruises and loved it but live on a ship full time - no way. Cabins are far too small and same people every day not for me but, if you enjoy it then go for it.
It is August already, still problems are arising. I hope they are rectified soon.
There's loans out as well these fall apart as large banks want their money back or they want to see a company materialize or revenue begin. Neither of those things have happened. Additionally the last company the CEO was told the ship is not worth of completing this voyage. I wonder what the CEO of this company knows....it's been delayed 7 months...
Thoughts now after yesterday’s announcement?
It’s a huge undertaking and delays are to be expected. I watched the update video from the CEO. I think it will be an exciting adventure!
Thank you for the update..looking forward to your Utopia content. Happy Sailing❤❤
Thanks! We cannot wait for Utopia of the Seas! 🥳
Thank you for the update- have been wondering. Good
Luck!
What's the word from Ville Vie? When will they be sailing?
Sounds like u made the best choices for you both. Can't wait to see your next adventure.
You did an amazing, positive update! Makes total sense to me that they have to get it right. Great information!
many red flags here, no way will I be going on this ship
Thanks for the updates Jordan 👍
There has happened twice recently, one was delayed by 7 years, and Miray cruises simply defrauded customers and took all of their money. I like the excitement of cruising on different ships and having different experiences. After a week or two I am ready for a new ship. I couldn't imagine sailing on a small ship for that long, especially by a company with no reputation. I love your vids and Love the excitement of the different ships you choose. Your energy is infectious and your videos are AMAZING. Don't lose your money to this cruise line!
@@Cruise_227 😂
You guys rock thanks for the update 🎉
Thanks for watching!!
Thank you for watching!
I am looking forward to seeing how this all plays out. I want to retire on a cruise ship.
You might like the deal I have signed up for.
@@carilesli what deal did you sign up for?
You are definitely making the right choice. Can’t wait to hear how you like Utopia, we will be on Utopia in December. ⚓️
It still hasn’t sailed as of mid-August. It doesn’t look as nice as I thought it would but I understand it’s still under construction and being refurbed. Hope it sails soon.🤞
Not construction but renovation ..it’s old
@@irenekegel5988 old and beautiful 😍
Meh, the purchase price isn't what kills this for most folks. Pricing is about right for what you get, BUT the monthly fees are more than most luxury condo HOA fees would be, even those staying in buildings that have hotels attached.
With food, drink, wifi, traveling the world with zillions of port stops? I think you need to compare apples with apples if you’re comparing prices. My deal has no monthly fees 😀
@@carilesli If the ship was sea-worthy and sailing right not (as planned) then no one would be questioning the logic. It hasn't set sail- so now I question whether people are going to lose their deposits.
@@rebeccahowell6538 many people have paid in full. The ship is about ready to sail. At this stage, she's going to sail...no question.
@@carilesli Really? Mike does not exude confidence. The interiors have really not even been refurbished at all. Halls still have old dirty carpeting. If Mike believed in this he would have used the extra time in dry dock to refurbish the staterooms. He is taking a wait and see position- not a "this is going to happen!" He is saying "Hurdles, baby steps, etc." Come on- you need a strong leader here. You need a seaworthy vessel and the money to keep pouring into this older ship. Mike had a fantasy. Reality is this is not going well at all.
@@rebeccahowell6538 You said it. This sounds familiar to the last two that never materialized...and left their customers homeless.
@jjcruise have you replanned your September sans Villa Vie? I assume you eliminated the 2 weeks in September since VV cancelled the US East Coast where you were going to board (and of course they haven't as yet launched. Do you know think you'd be willing to risk it onboard with them in future since you had intended to do a longer stint in 2025?
One of the passengers has been royally screwed by VVR. You may see her post on other RUclips channels. Very sad- but this company is so horrible. So sad for all involved. Just a horrible company period. Same guy from Storylines and Life AT Sea- do the math.
Land or seas, you guys are the bees’ knees! Smart move to mitigate the risks and enjoy an inaugural cruise. Sail on!
Aww thanks! 🥰
Thank you so much!
The way the world is being turned upside down with all these wars. Not sure i would be launching out to sea right now.
When is there not a war? Come on. If you are going to wait until world peace...
Ugh! Well that sucks. I can't blame you guys though, your livelihood is based on producing content and you can't do that if the ship ain't sailing. Glad you will get back to the Villa Vie when they are ready. Honestly though, for me, another RC Oasis megaship tour is not even close to a consolation prize.
Excited to see your Utopia video in July. We are cruising on her with our family in February. 😊
Thank you for the update
I hope the ship ends up being a success. I am probably too used to corporate communications, they have a shorts and T-shirt look about them.
You don't owe us anything,but I do appreciate the update, I do think it is important they get things right.best of luck on your new home adventure
Hey Jordan! Thanks for the update 😊
You’re welcome! ❤️
Thank you for the update. I was literally staying in bed until I heard what was happening. Thank goodness I can finally get up and walk around a bit. 😜
But seriously, your attitude towards the situation is great!
On bbc news in uk still in Belfast today
People have moved on, but the ship is unimpressive, both inside & out.
This was a very positive and understanding outlook. I'm looking forward to those videos
Having delays for a brand new or renovated ship and is to be expected. But I feel like you let down your supporters when you gave us the impression by the headline several months ago that said “We are moving into a cruise ship”. I assumed you had sold your house etc. And all your belongings would be sold or in long term storage. But I get the impression that was never the plan even if the ship started on time. Fellow RUclipsrs ParoDeeJay are on a 28 day Alaskan cruise and they have never once said that they have moved onto a cruise ship. Same with my parents who once took a 45 day cruise. Please keep it real guys as I’m a big fan!!
Thanks for your comment! We never said we were selling our home or that we were living onboard for over a year.
Moving onto a ship for longer than any other cruise we’ve been on which include month long cruises seems right to say as we would be actually moving onboard.
Many residents who are moving onboard as well still have homes and are splitting time between home and the ship.
No ill-intent here. ☺️
Hope it all works out for you with Villa Vie as long as it doesn’t interfere with our group cruise on Virgin in October 2025. Looking forward to more blogs and updates. Take care of you guys.
Our group cruises are cemented in stone :) no worries about those! We’re looking forward to Villa Vie during our non-group cruise periods 😊
I enjoy your videos, I hope this works out for you ❤
Thanks for the update! I think you guys made a good choice: one in the hand is worth two in the bush. You can't just put your life on hold indefinitely while waiting on someone else to see when/if their act is going to come together. Good for you for your good sense to adapt and pivot and not let other opportunities pass you by while still keeping your options open with Villa Vie!
I would love to see a cabin tour video on The Odyssey. ❤
Amazing plans…if i was single I would probably sign up for Villa Vie 😊…ohhh wellll I guess I’ll have to live the experience through your channel 😆
So sorry you’ve been going thru this. Was wondering what you would decide to do.
Loving the new intro !
Thanks!!
What happens to the ship population of the ship needs repairs for an emergency drydock?
Yes, many questions. Is there 'if anything happens' insurance you can get? Is the room for lifetime? Say its only for 30 years, and the ship breaks, and is no longer safe or suitable as a ship / residence, and it already seems to need broken bits replaced now, do you receive a free equivalent or better room on another ship?
I have many more ...
and most importantly who pays for those re[pairs?
@@dlgregory35 ... its a mystery: insurers? The prices keep going up so ... the new buyers?
Has Villa vie shared what would be residents arrangements during next dry dock on 3.5 years
Thanks for the update and glade that things seem to be getting put together for a once in lifetime; first ever residential cruise
No news on when the next will be yet. They did say they will start planning for the next dry dock after this one is finished. ☺️
At the moment it’s scheduled for Singapore in approx 2 years, for 2 weeks I believe. Residents will be accommodated in hotels during that time.
Great video
We are going on the pre-inaugural cruise on Utopia!
Amazing... Great Choice let them get the bugs out, like any maiden voyage alot of things need to be worked out. So glad you made this decision. Wow UTOPIA. Have fun stay safe.
Thank you! We feel good about the decision too.
Maiden voyage? The ship had that many many years ago.
What's funny is the same thing applies to a 3 day itinerary as it does to a 3 year. Inaugural voyages can be very disappointing.
Safety is most important, so it's understandable that they need time to make sure everything is in top condition.
Im looking forward to your sailing on Utopia!
I am following you and another couple. What an adventure!
Let’s be honest…name the last ship that didn’t have issues on its maiden voyage? I’ll wait…
The fact they’re being as safe and sure as possible rather than trying to hit a specific date is commendable. Even more so, it sounds like they’re communicating with their residents and even putting them up in resorts etc as opposed to “sorry! Come back later!” shows they’re putting service ahead of dollars.
I was on the maiden voyage of Celebrity Equinox. In fact, my son was the first child to cross the threshold. The Equinox was delivered early- was ready before it's planned maiden voyage- so they chose to sail her 8 days early and quickly planned an 8 night Norwegian Fjords cruise. It was fantastic- no issues. My only "complaint" was that the piped in music on the decks was more Caribbean than Norwegian but that was because this was a one time cruise to the Fjords and planned last minute. So- not all maiden voyages go wrong. The things that tend to happen on maiden voyages are much more trivial than what is happening with VVO. The ship is three months behind and not in any condition to sail- and the company isn't solvent IMO. Why would they waste all this time in dry dock and not refurbish the cabins? In one episode of their dry dock- the designer was coming up with ideas for the ship. Come on- the designs were done months ago-material should have been ordered. It's been in dry dock for months. So much could and should have been accomplished on the Hotel Side of things- but it wasn't. There was no planning. Mike's attitude is wait and see what happens- even he isn't optimistic. Wait and see if the ship sails, if the toilets flush, etc. etc. Horrible- I'd have no confidence in Mike and Kathy. They don't know what they are doing.
Has the ship put to sea ?
It's co-ordinates are being given in the North East Atlantic
That's at 6pm Australian time
On 21st of August??
No. It's still in Belfast but those coordinates are from Belfast.
Keep the updates coming my man!
You got it!
Villa Vie - ln Feb you got me all excited about it so l tried to make enquiries. I waited for their online chat rep to come online. Noone did. After 20 minutes, I left the online chat but left questions anyway but no-one got back to me.
It seems the only imformation is from their website, PR and no-one can answer specifics.
Now the prices have shot upwards too, l'm thinking twice about it. : (
You might like the great deal I have signed up for
I think you may want to see it in the water
@@michellejessey8654 ...first yes ...
How are they selling segments when you have to seek out their website? Segments aren't being sold through travel agents. Shady
We are waiting for your experience and reporting on Vila Vie, since we heard you we were inmediatly interested. Please keep us updated. Thank you
Thanks. I signed up for a segment in 2026. Wish I had the schedule and finances to do more. Look forward to hearing your thoughts once it hits the waves. And enjoy the trips that come because of the delay. What I like to call the serendipity of open-minded travel!
Thanks for the update on Villa Vie. Too bad it didn't work out for the summer. I'm interested in learning what it is all about and will watch to see what you find out when you get on it!
So now I'm interested in seeing what you think about Utopia of the Seas. I follow a RC ice skater , Jordan Bauth and she just joined the ship. Would love to see what you two think of the new show her and the team will be performing.
Yes! Jordan Bauth is awesome!! We met her on Adventure of the Seas! 🥳
Guess you won't be joining in September as they are still in Belfast mid August.
Hey guys! You can get me a Unobstructed Balcony Room, doesn't have to be a Suite though, for a 2 week cruise in the England & Wales area!? 😊
Great update. Thanks Jordan.
Let's get JJ to 65k! Tell your friends and family thanx everyone!
Aww thanks Paula! 🥳
What Villa Vie Residences is doing has never been done before. The ship they purchased had been in dry dock for several years. It was not only in need of updating but also a massive mechanical overhaul. They have their ship. It's now in great shape except for that rudder pin then more inspections.
Not in dry dock at all was laid up nobody wanted it too old.
@@dlgregory35almost there 😀
Rubbish it was not in dry dock for several years it was laid up in Rosyth for several years amd not in dry dock. You or anybody else could not afford to have a ship laid up in a dry dock for any length of time. The ship was nearly ready for scrapping.
@@dlgregory35it was supposed to be sold for scrap
It still hasn't been done (beside the world) Time will tell.
With that many problems, not just with the ship but with customer service and pricing as well, I wouldn't be selling my home to go live on the ship
Are they going to let people cruise for parts of it or just you two?
Excited to see your time on Utopia!
I hope you do go. It would be great reporting. The ship is undergoing sea trials and should be sailing in a couple weeks.
Really? I know they say that but do you have any insider info (from crew?)
No, it's not "undergoing sea trials" they are merely hoping/intending to do sea trials next week (the same sea trials that were supposed to happen weeks ago). Sailing in a couple of weeks! Ugh. Today is already the 100th day of delay from the original launch date.
@@rebeccahowell6538 This reply was meant for RetiredZGrt below. How could you possibly know that it isn’t undergoing sea trials? I saw a recent video of it cruising for sea trials. I know it is out of dry dock and they are finishing required updates.
They also had unexpected delays due to issues that were not known prior to purchase, such as the rudder issue.
By all reasonable accounts, they hope to begin sailing within two weeks.
@@michaelschweitzer7267 They have not announced sea trials yet. The passengers have been repeatedly summoned back to Belfast- for nothing. It's like a sick game really.
@@michaelschweitzer7267 Hi Michael the video you saw was probably when Odyssey moved from dry dock to a nearby repair and mooring spot in the same port accompanied by tugboats. The ship has NOT yet had sea trials. Also the CEO did know about the rudder stocks and said so in his Progress video. He said they were insufficient for years but were grandfathered under the prior owner. Seemingly insufficient research was done to find out the grandfathering would no longer apply upon resale. He intended to sail through some of the most dangerous waters- Drakes Passage, the Artic and the Caribbean in one of the highest predicted hurricane years during the hurricane season with these insufficient rudders and only replace them after thousands of additional nautical miles in late 2026 in an unrealistic 12 day dry dock in Singapore. In the video he said he argued with the inspectors regarding replacing them but lost. Then he spun it by saying "Safety First" to explain the delays though it is quite obvious that it was timeline and money first until he was forced to replace them.
At least they have a ship!
The ship is not seaworthy it seems and it looks so old
The last one had a ship but they were told it was too old and not seaworthy. They concealed that information to the passengers and then left them high and dry. The issue was the ship they wanted. The banks said nope. The issue now seems to be the ship again.
It’s a scam! It’s middle of Aug now and still isn’t going yet!
Well said and a great decision. I honestly think we are a long way with the "Residence at Sea only" style of ship. The logistics, ongoing cost etc. to remain profitable is such a long shot for any cruise ship that want full time residents. Perhaps if they get more peeps but for now, no. Just my opinion....
As it stands now- residents have to decorate their own cabins if they want them to be modernized. They are allowed to "paint". Has anyone ever cruised? Ship wall bend for a reason- they are made of a specific (rubbery) surface- so bend with the ships movement-. They aren't "paintable" unless passengers are going to haul painting materials onboard and stink up their cabins with oil based primer and paints. Not going to happen. They can bring their own furniture onboard- what? From where? How much is that going to cost? Is it seaworthy furniture- mounted properly? Um- no. This isn't going to sail.
Do you think Vila Vie will have opportunities for ‘short term’ digital nomads? Maybe 2-3 months
Yes they do…segments
Well, the boarding videos are a total disaster. They can't even get the A/C and laundry to work.
Total SCAM.
Thank you for the update, look forward to Utopia of Seas and Villa Vie in September.
Thank you!
So it's almost the end of August
How's villa vie doing?
I actually feel sick for these people. The ship is no where near ready. They haven't gotten insurance on the ship as yet- or done the sea trials. What in the heck?
great update. Have you lost any money with this venture.
No, we ensured we were flexible from the beginning.
There is a reason that residential cruise ships dont exist...for long. All ships need heavy maintenance. They cannot continually sail. Where will the people go when a major failure occurs ? With vacation cruises they cancel. Often a number of cruises. These delays are just that issue and will repeat.
Weekly cruisers spend a lot of money on cruises. They live it up! They book the spa, drink, buy stuff in the gift shops, play bingo, GO TO THE CASINO. That's how cheapskates (like me) can cruise for cheap. Without those weekly passengers- making the most of their annual vacation- the cruise lines don't have the revenue. Royal Caribbean, Serenade of the Seas did the 9 month world cruise and it was $90,000 for a couple (interior). That's $10K a month for two people. Roughly $300 a day for a couple- which included business class airfare, premium drinks, free internet and gratuities. You can't really beat that. There is no way you can travel the world in 270 days for less than that- with food, lodgings, and travel expenses from place to place. That sounds about right. However- I'd get tired of the same ship, same people, and same food after a while. Part of the fun of cruising IMO is trying different ships. I can travel for about $3600.00 a month as a solo passenger - often in a balcony cabin. So I'd just look for deals and travel on some nice cruises to the places you want to see and keep your home (or downsize to a cheap place to hang your hat between cruises).
@@rebeccahowell6538 is that figure of $3600/mth as a solo traveler an all-in price (ie does it include all the ways a normal cruise line will nickel and dollar you for more money)? The one issue I see with all the normal cruises is that they spend so few hours in a port so you barely get a taste of the country. I don't understand why they also can't do overnights, even on their world cruises. That's one of the few appealing parts of all these unsuccessful, high risk residential cruises.
@@RetiredZGrt Hi. My last few cruises with travel insurance were on NCL March 2024 solo outside cabin (7 day Bermuda) for $800.00 including taxes, travel insurance, port charges and the "Free At Sea" programs (which includes free alcohol for the entire cruise) thrown in for good measure. All in with gratuities- I paid $912.00. My next cruise was on Regal Princess (16 days Transatlantic) in a solo balcony cabin for $1000.00 including travel insurance, ports taxes, taxes. Gratuities were an additional $250.00. My next cruise was on MSC, May 2024 (7 night Canada cruise) which was a solo balcony cabin for $800.00 with travel insurance. Gratuities were an additional $112.00. The next one was Island Princess, June 2024 (10 Night Canada/New England) for $1400.00 solo balcony cabin which again included taxes, port charges, and travel insurance. Gratuities were an addition $160.00. So far I cruised a total of 40 days in 2024- for $135.00 a day (including gratuities) which averages out to $4075.00 per month with gratuities, travel insurance, port charges, tax (and on NCL free drinks). Not all cruises are this affordable. The next one is a solo outside cabin on NCL SKY Lisbon- Capetown (21 days), which I'm paying $4200 with free alcohol, port charges, taxes, and travel insurance. That one will end up costing more- $200 a day, but I could have done it cheaper in an inside. In fact, had I bought an annual travel insurance premium (instead of per cruise)- I could have saved a lot of money, but I didn't know I'd be doing all these cruises! If and when I find cruises that are convenient, inexpensive, or are going somewhere I want to go- I book them. As for cruises that do overnights- Holland America does do overnights in ports. Some other cruise lines stay overnight- and you can do a BTB on those itineraries and stay overnight, but I agree with the allure of cruising and staying several days in a port. That's why I like the Bermuda cruises- because you are there two or three nights.
Thanks for sharing!
You’re so welcome!
Villa Vie keeps getting delayed, and I wondered if you guys were still going? They keep having inspection issues with lots of mechanical problems. Good idea to wait it out and have the kinks out. Can’t wait to see your tour!
Not quite accurate. One issue (rudder stocks) that took them by surprise and has taken longer than anticipated to get installed because of all the intricacies. Almost there 😃
@@carilesli If that's all it was- then they would be doing the sea trials now- since the rudder stocks were delivered a couple weeks ago. There are other problems.
@@carilesli You were told rudder stocks were the problem. There's more or the ship would have sailed. Do you know the history of residential cruising? Only one has sailed and those homes were upwards of 5 million...not $99,000. The bank will wan their money back if the ship does not sail..period. That is what happed with the last two lines and one hasn't repaid their customers who are not out of their retirements and homes.....
@@Cruise_227 and they didn’t have a ship. Villa Vie Odyssey will be sailing soon and she is going to have very happy residents who will be living their dream…including me! And I can’t wait ❤️
When are you guys going on a cruise with your little sister?
This month!
Living on a cruise ship. Same thing everyday. Week after week. Will your videos be interesting? A cabin not really a house. Talking about togetherness
It’s actually a different thing every day as we would be at ports around the world every day. ☺️
@@brendabrinkley8029 I can’t think of anything more interesting than traveling the world on a ship. Nothing will be the same week after week. New ports, new excursions & so many adventures to be had.
@@kellylee514and a lovely community of likeminded adventurous folk 😊
What really appeals to me is the slow sailing through the world & multiple days in almost every port & multiple ports in each country! I do hope they start sailing soon as we’d love to be on board.
Is the Villa Vie actually cruising right now?
Almost
No
Midlife Cruising has a great update on this Cruise ship from only 5 days ago in Belfast. Worth a look.
They said they cant sail to US, Canada, or Greenland. CEO said that last week
I wonder why they can go to US ports or Canada?
@@cdewey5115 They have lost three months of the itinerary. The cruise was supposed to start on May 15th. They are now going straight to the Caribbean after leaving Europe. Almost all the ports of call above NYC stop cruise operations in the late fall. So there wouldn't be many ports to visit besides NYC, Baltimore, Norfolk, Charleston, and Florida ports. However- I wonder how many cruisers had planned to visit with family in those ports.
That’s smart - get on the ship once it’s sailing & check it out - meanwhile I’m looking forward to your Utopia tour ❤❤❤woop woop
Thank you! Utopia of the Seas will be here before we know it! 😅
Where in the north east
It will be all up and down the coast. Exact embark city is TBD.
@@JJCruise thank you, I was hoping to see it. I will check their RUclips.
Hey Jordan. Griff and Alyssa waiting to hear from Villa Vie also. Now their pushed back to sometime next year a they were supposed to be on already. Understand life and other opportunities come up. Thanks for the update 🤗
My understanding was that this is a kid free cruise. So I wonder if they realize that Griff and Alyssa have a baby, but more importantly- the ship isn't even sailing right now and may never sail at this point.
@@rebeccahowell6538Incorrect. The Villa Vie company has said that families are welcome, and that they already have a few customers with children.
@@basilbourque Hum... that's funny. They told my friend, who is booked on the 3.5 year world cruise, that it was a kid-free cruise. I wonder if that will be bothersome. I love kids but if I assumed it was adult only- I wouldn't want kids in the hot tub with me. I doubt many families will be onboard though- the segments are too long.
Can you still do your FBI work on Villa Vie? 🤔🤪
I asked you a couple weeks ago about your Villa Vie trip and you said an update was coming. Thanks for the info! Also, I mentioned going to Deckhand Dave's in Juneau. Their fish tacos were amazing (thanks for the recommendation), and it was a gorgeous 70 degrees and sunny!
We are so jealous! We’d eat there every day if we lived in Juneau 😋
It’s fair to say that there was an underestimation in what inspections would need to be passed to get underway. Being required to pass the same inspections as a brand new ship was not expected, however we’re almost there. Imagine how good the Odyssey is going to be…not long now 😃
It seems logical that the inspectors didn't arbitrarily decide to apply requirements to Odyssey for the first time that were not written regulations that had previously been applied to other older ships after resale to a new owner. In other words one assumes the inspectors were enforcing regulations as written and the owners should absolutely have done their research and been aware of the requirements and factored that into their timeline.
Don't worry 💩 happens. Now, you can explore other ships and share your great videos with all of us. Enjoy Utopia.
I hope this is not going to be a Life At Sea Cruises who eventually went bankrupt.
They never even had a ship
@@carilesli Mike Pettersen, the CEO of Villa Vie- abandoned ship when he was working at Life At Sea. Interestingly Mike was the "concept"guy at Life At Sea. So he is doing the same thing at VVR- promising "luxury" and a lifestyle at sea. It's been an experience for these nice people (who have patiently waited). I hope they can find alternate cruises to jump on when VVR fails to leave Belfast.
They still haven’t sailed.
Average lifespan of a passenger ship is 30 years and Odyssey is 32 years old. It will start requiring very costly repairs hopefully Villa Vie has the liquidity to fund. Now, how they can guarantee 15 year journey with such old hardware is beyond me, even if they advertise there are other ships in the works you can do lateral jump, what level of blind confidence can one have if they can’t even get one ship right? These are the same people, Mikael Petterson and his wife Kathy Villalba from the other company Life at Sea Cruise that people bought into and nothing was ever delivered which they’re still trying to get their money back.
Is Kathy his wife?
@@rebeccahowell6538 yes wife and COO
@SweetPatata10 "Will start" requiring costly repairs? Unfortunately it already is and has been. Odyssey was in dry dock 86 days when the company said it would be only 3 weeks. And repairs have continued after it was refloated for an additional 36 days and are still ongoing. Industry insiders say (I can't verify) that Fred.Olsen picked this ship to get rid of because it was a money pit. The second ship was supposed to be Q2 2024 which we are coming to the end of. With the additional loan the company had to go back for with all the delays, it would seem surprising if any company would loan them more for a second ship for quite some time. And of course prior to Life At Sea, this couple were at Storylines which also took money from people years ago and also has not delivered as yet.
I’m surprised she doesn’t have any engine issues already. I’m sure Fred Olsen got rid of this vessel bc she is at the end of her life expectancy. What I’m surprised by is how they felt confident enough to buy not only an old, but cold ship idling for 4 years knowing “all maintenance records had been deleted” (Petterson). All this time at a ship yard has to be draining their cash flow, I would be very surprised if they have the liquidity to secure the next scheduled dry dock much less another ship. I feel bad for those that sank $100k+ in this, hoping for a dream, but I’m also baffled by why they would after a few quick google research on these people running the company. But hey, I hope it works out, honestly.
@@RetiredZGrt Wow- so Storylines, Life At Sea, now Villa Vie. Yikes. What's Q2?
Don’t count your chickens before they hatch.
I expected them to put out a mediocre product, sail until they sold out the space, sail for a year or so why they siphoned off as much cash as possible, then declare bankruptcy.
But these guys can't even get the ship sailing, lol.
They had a sail date. Everything should have been addressed far in advance of that date. To act like no one could have any idea about these problems is just stupid.
They don’t have the experience