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🛳 OUR room tour on the Villa Vie Odyssey | Continuous World Cruise 🚢 | E30

MidLife Cruising
MidLife Cruising
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👁️ 169K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 24:24

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Steve and Angela from Midlife Cruising provide a detailed tour of their ocean view villa on the Villa Vie Odyssey while the ship undergoes construction and renovations in Belfast. The creators explain that they are currently staying in a temporary ocean view room on deck four because their original deck three accommodations are being renovated to improve crew living conditions. They describe the process of personalizing their space to make it feel like a home, including adding decorative pillows, throws, artwork, and various storage solutions like magnetic hooks and bins. The tour covers the layout of the 140 square foot room, the closet space, the desk area, and the bathroom, where they have added a custom rug and magnetic shelving. They also highlight ship amenities such as the dining options, the gym, and the ability to bring personal beverages on board. The creators conclude by advising viewers that despite rumors of sold out interior rooms, more accommodations may become available as renovations on lower decks progress.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We've been on, I don't know, probably 50 cruises by now in our lifetime.

I've been really happy with that. Um, nice selection.

The food's been lovely, pleasantly surprised. Definitely above my expectations.

We're trying to be patient. um hanging out on board while construction's going on.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Go on Amazon and get you these little magnetic hooks.
Keep watching the website for Villa Vie as rooms become available after renovations.
If you have questions, put them in the comments and they'll be happy to film more.

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Sleeping on board during constructionThey are not sleeping on board yet, but napping during the day; sleeping in a hotel at night until clearance.
Food quality for long-term livingPleasantly surprised with food selection and quality, even compared to recent cruises.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the room tour like on the Villa Vie Odyssey?
QHow is the food on the ship during construction?
QWhat are the perks of bringing your own alcohol on board?

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