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πŸ›³ Huge Update on the Villa Vie Odyssey | A day in Capri, Italy | E39 πŸ›³

MidLife Cruising
MidLife Cruising
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πŸ‘οΈ 113K viewsπŸ“… 1 years ago⏱️ 15:41

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Editorial Summary

The creators share a significant update regarding their experience with the Villa Vie Odyssey in Belfast. They report receiving an email from the CEO stating that sea trials were not as successful as expected and final certifications are still required. Due to the financial strain of covering passenger expenses, the company has requested that passengers begin covering their own costs for at least the next seven days. Because hotel prices in Belfast are high, the creators have decided to fly back to the United States to manage personal matters, including medical appointments. Despite this setback, they remain hopeful about the ship eventually setting sail. The video also includes older footage from a trip to Capri, Italy, where the creators enjoyed the scenery, local lemons, and fresh pasta. They conclude by discussing the benefits of visiting the Mediterranean during the shoulder season and thanking their supporters.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we received an email from the CEO um I think it was released around midnight last night so you wake up this morning and find out that um there's still some problems

they've extended a request to ask us to start covering ourselves for at least the next s Days 7 days is a lot in fast prices are a minimum of 200 here a night

it's cheaper for us to fly back to the States so we' booked tickets and we've we are leaving and headed back to the United States

this was probably the hardest blow yet um but again it's our dream and we're going to hang in there

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Pre-book ferry tickets online for Capri from Naples
βœ“Try to visit Capri in shoulder season or offseason to avoid crowds

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cost of staying in Belfast during delays β€” It's cheaper to fly back to the States than stay for another week
Medical appointments while waiting β€” Reschedule or fly back for doctor's appointments, as they have a pacemaker checkup due

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the latest update on the Villa Vie Odyssey residential cruise ship?
QHow was the day trip to Capri from Naples?
QWhat are the current challenges faced by the creators while waiting in Belfast?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Belfast2 Sad Bacon
Capri3 Happy Bacon
Top: Ferry from Naples to Capri
Naples
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