We Sold Our House to Retire on a Cruise Ship (Here's the Reality)
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This is our 60th cruise ship and 12th cruise line of living full-time on cruise ships.
We ended up selling the house to the people who gave us an offer as we figured it was a lot of work to try and maintain our home.
Another challenge is social isolation. While cruise ships have a vibrant community, it's not the same as living on land with friends and family.
Despite these challenges, many people are drawn to this lifestyle. Kirk and I love living at sea and we actually don't mind any of the port changes that we've had.
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Are you considering retiring on a cruise ship or living on a cruise ship? In this video, we're diving into the BIG pros and cons of this unique retirement option. From the freedom to travel and explore new destinations to the potential downsides of living in a small space, we're covering it all. Whether you're a seasoned cruiser or just starting to think about your golden years, this video is for you. Get ready to set sail and explore the reality of retiring on a cruise ship! 📖 Chapters... Do you want to skip ahead? 00:00 – Introduction: Can You Really Retire on a Cruise Ship? 01:10 – Our Story: How We Accidentally Started Living at Sea 02:00 – Misconceptions About Cruise Ship Retirement 02:36 – The BIG Financial Question: Can You Afford It? 03:45 – Pros of Retiring on a Cruise Ship (Freedom & Travel) 05:18 – Cons of Cruise Ship Retirement (Space, Costs & Logistics) 06:02 – Social Life at Sea: Friendships, Crew & Loneliness 07:45 – Health, Insurance & Medical Care While Cruising 08:20 – Cruise Math: Budgeting for Long-Term Cruising 09:10 – Packing & Downsizing: Living Out of One Suitcase 09:30 – Why We Add Land Stays Between Cruises 10:15 – Final Thoughts: Is This the Right Retirement for YOU? HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT OUR JOURNEY! 🚢Watch Until The End. LIKE. COMMENT. ASK QUESTIONS. 🚢Share Our Content With Your Friends And Family, or ANYONE Who Likes Cruising 🚢Use The YouTube THANKS Button (Thank You!) LINKS: 🔗3 Common Questions That Cruisers Ask Us https://youtu.be/podZ7N-IuOM 🔗Playlist of Things To Do On A Cruise https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi7vAI8bcMKDwk6WooixMC2BmkoUxQN5M 🔗How To Get FREE Stuff On A Cruise https://youtu.be/8rRHHR-gGZU 🔗How To Get FREE Spending Money On A Cruise https://youtu.be/lw0YqAGYTCA?si=i1Y1EVC4L50grRbF 🔗How To Pay Less For A Cruise https://youtu.be/FZMz1pKyzSo?si=P5FVzesbTY1MxR-T 🔗Get Elite Status In 19 Days https://youtu.be/a8R5W-v5Z6s?si=69Ph-NC5_VyQvxJw 🔗Last Minute Cruise Deal Website Search https://youtu.be/gky3UDoq9do ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT BOOKING YOUR FIRST CRUISE WITH PRINCESS? HERE IS A $25 BONUS FOR YOU! https://refer.princess.com/Victoria21!c92e68b1c1!a ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT BOOKING YOUR FIRST CRUISE WITH HOLLAND AMERICA? HERE IS A $50 BONUS FOR YOU! https://refer.hollandamerica.com/xfnbt ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT BOOKING YOUR FIRST CRUISE WITH CUNARD? HERE IS $100 https://refer.cunard.com/Kirk ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT BOOKING YOUR FIRST CRUISE WITH VIRGIN VOYAGES? Use my link and we both get $150 in free drinks! https://share.virginvoyages.com/vcarter!11ab187b26!n ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT BOOKING YOUR FIRST CRUISE WITH AZAMARA? Click my link and get a $200 VISA for your spending! https://refer.azamara.com/vcarter KIRK TORI STORY SOCIAL MEDIA 🔗Blog: https://www.KirkToriStory.com 🔗Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/KirkToriStory ABOUT KIRKTORISTORY: Kirk Tori Story is a channel about Kirk and Tori (their story) about how they sold their house in Canada to live a life of living on cruise ships. KirkTori Story offers great advice about cruising, including sharing experiences with Tips and Tricks, Budgeting for a cruise ideas, cabin tours, ship reviews, cruise port information and more. 🚢 Living the Dream 🚢 We sold our home and now live on a cruise ship! Join us on our journey around the world as we explore new destinations, share travel tips, and embrace life at sea. 🔔 Subscribe to KirkToriStory for more! Don't forget to subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/@kirktoristory?sub_confirmation=1 This Video was made for you by KirkToriStory