- Villa Vie Residences’ Odyssey ship was meant to be a ‘never-ending’ luxury cruise.
- But its voyage ended just over 2 years after it first set sail.
- From its luxurious suites to gym facilities, take a look inside the doomed cruise ship.
The company had retrofitted the 33-year-old ship and sold permanent cabins priced from $119,999 to $439,999.
“I think we would have been absolutely fine — and we would have seen this through — if there was no Iran war,” Mikael Petterson, founder and executive chairman of Villa Vie, told Business Insider this week.
With photos from Villa Vie Residences’ media kit for the Odyssey, and information from its official website, take a look inside the doomed Villa Vie Odyssey.
The Odyssey is 195 meters long and could house 650 residents.
Residents could either opt for full ownership of a room or rent one for a shorter-term stay.
It offered a culinary experience using local ingredients from every place it traveled.
The Thistle Restaurant offered a daily menu that rotated on a 14-day cycle, with an emphasis on healthy, locally sourced cuisine.
The buffet-style Palms Café also had a 14-day rotating menu.
Lunchtimes also included an American grill for those missing a taste of home.
The Coral Club was the spot for late-night entertainment.
Another socializing space is The Morning Light Pub.
It offered a café menu in the mornings and turned into a bar in the evenings.
The Observatory also offered a similar day-to-night vibe.
On Deck 8, The Observatory was a café that turned into a sunset-watching spot in the evening.
Villa Vie describes the Neptune Lounge as the place for “top-tier entertainment.”
It offered local entertainment from each destination, such as live music and shows.
The Business Center offered a place to work for residents.
Connected to Starlink, the Business Center was open to all residents at no extra charge, with private offices available as well.
The Fitness Center features cardio and strength-training equipment, along with ocean views.
It also offered classes, such as yoga and wellness sessions.
On Deck 3, there is a spa equipped with a sauna and steam room.
There was an on-site hairdresser in the spa.
As well as a nail salon.
There is also a medical center on-site Deck 3.
On Deck 8, there is a pool deck.
It’s also equipped with jacuzzis.
The deck also has a pickleball court.
One of the room types available for rent was the porthole villa.
During meal times, all residents were given access to complimentary wine and beer.
The balcony suites have a separate living area.
The superior suite had a private balcony, a separate living area, and an additional living space.
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