❤ Top 10 Things We Love about the Villa Vie Odyssey | World Cruise | Ep 65 🛳

[@MidLifeCruising95]

To buy us a cup of coffee (or Steve a beer) : buymeacoffee.com/midlifecruising

[@KenGriffiths]

When I was 16, I flew to Panama from London to join a Shell Tanker (merchant navy) called the Asprella and spent six months going up and down west coast of South America. We visited Venezuela, Panama, Curacao, Ecuador, Columbia, Peru, Chile. In 1980 I joined the Royal Navy and not too long after went to war with Argentina off the Falkland Islands in a Destroyer called HMS Cardiff. Today I have many friends in Argentina, some are my former enemy. I have no hatred in my heart towards my old foe, only love, peace and reconciliation. Say hi to Argentina for me, I'm going there for the very first time in 2026 and then flying to Chile to get a flight to the Falkland Islands...my first visit since the war. Love and happiness to you both, I love watching your adventure.

[@debrahoward5029]

Just love seeing your smiling faces. Such a great couple!

[@MidLifeCruising95]

@@debrahoward5029 so kind of you!

[@julienstanding2367]

I love that promenade deck so much! Also one of my most favourite things about cruising. The thought of being able to walk that every day while the sun sets... heaven ❤🙏

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Totally agree! I love it!

[@KM-cv5px]

Good stuff guys, thank you! Rentals...awesome, can't wait!

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Woo hoo!!

[@kimberg9338]

Glad you both are enjoying the ship so much .

[@MidLifeCruising95]

We are having a blast!

[@rebeccarouzbehi7242]

Oh i loved this video…going in to watch it again. Just love dreaming about life on board !!! Thanks, i could listen to this content for hours. Every detail!

[@angusmckay3836]

You are going to love New Zealand the have the best coffee. Australia is a close second.

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Oh, can't wait!! Yummy!

[@debbiec4126]

I enjoyed this video. Some of the things you like...I agree...are fun on a cruise.

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@TheJohnebey]

I am so happy that your experience has been so positive, thank you for sharing.

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thanks so much! We're loving it.

[@TheJohnebey]

@@MidLifeCruising95 that is what is most important. Blessings

[@stevenhowe-bull]

❤ this is a lovely video to watch. I'll never be in a financial position to do this although we've got 4 cruises booked for 25/26 however it's great to live this vicariously through you both. Hello from the UK 🇬🇧 🎉

[@georgeswindel8367]

I agree with you about the walk-around promenade deck, its always a superb way to start and end the day doing a few circuits. also the small ship/size is perfect.Still very envious. I would love to try a month on her. Great ship tks for your excellent reports.

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Totally agree! Thanks for watching!

[@lindapeterson3613]

The community aspect is the best for sure.

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Agreed!!!

[@rickmoseley4868]

Another awesome video guys! Love the chemistry between you two. Keep producing these excellent videos and we'll keep watching. Your videos are one of the top videos I look forward to seeing each week. Thanks so much for sharing your adventures with us landlubbers! :)

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thank you so much! We are loving the journey! Appreciate it!

[@KenWiggerAnotherAncientGamer]

Amazing top 10 list! Thanks so much for sharing with us.

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thanks for watching Ken!!

[@KenWiggerAnotherAncientGamer]

@@MidLifeCruising95 🙂

[@GordonThompson-w2o]

Totally agree. You both are getting more confident and the editing is terrific. Keep it up!

[@KenWiggerAnotherAncientGamer]

@@GordonThompson-w2o 🙂

[@wendyh3981]

Thanks for sharing your top ten favourite things about life onboard the Odyssey. I’m looking forward to hearing about your least favourite things too. I’m so happy that you’re having an amazing adventure. I really enjoy your videos so please keep up the great work 👍🏻xx

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thank you so much!!

[@seselfitch]

So jealous of you guys - it really does look like a perfect life!

[@judydale9661]

So happy you get to live your best life❤

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Woo hoo! Thanks!!

[@CodeDeb]

Was wondering if you had any all ship notice board where people could post notices like looking for other people to join with them in an activity on land (shopping, meal, maybe even a movie?) and also things like “Giving away / selling some shelves…” or whatever items…?

[@MidLifeCruising95]

We have all the above in a Whats App group. Each Whats App sub group covers just about anything you can imagine.

[@kellylee514]

@@MidLifeCruising95 if someone is coming on board for a short rental period would it be worth joining the WhatsApp group? Or is that App only for residents?

[@cherylkern3288]

Excellent question!!

[@LindaSquier-h6u]

A lot of good happening on that ship! So happy for you two “friends.” Keep enjoying! 😊 Linda

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thanks so much! We are enjoying the adventure!

[@ossyshaz]

Love the video guys I think the ship is just about the right size as well

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thanks...perfect for us!

[@barbarawade367]

Your Captain Val is such a lovely person 👍

[@MidLifeCruising95]

We agree! He is the best!!

[@MaryEveritt]

I knew the coffee machine had to be in that list😂💚

[@MidLifeCruising95]

You bet! It's probably Steve's favorite thing! Ha ha

[@seebunlim]

😂😂😂😂

[@John_Locke_108]

😂😂😂 I was patiently waiting for it. So much nicer than my Keurig.

[@jurgbaltensperger1364]

Thanks for sharing your adventure!

[@MidLifeCruising95]

We love sharing it with you! Thank you so so much!!

[@jand1558]

😂 love the bloopers. You two are so much fun. Keep laughing!

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Ha ha ha thanks, Friend!

[@karenmckersie2239]

Thanks for sharing! Loved this video, this would be my way to travel, I wouldn't like to be on a huge ship with 4 to 6 thousand people No Thanks!! Safe travels Friends! ❤❤❤🚢🛳

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Yes!!! Small ships are the best!

[@SarongGoddess]

Another great video!!

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thanks for watching!

[@gigilou]

Really enjoyed this!! Loving following your adventures ❤ You're both fab! ✨

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thanks so much 😊

[@BQaz]

Nice! I LOVE cruising, but not sure I could live on a boat… so it’s fun to see your adventure. Love that there’s a Bible study! 🥰

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thanks so much! It has been quite the experience!

[@karbear26]

Yes don’t want one of Steve’s new shirts dyeing the rest of your clothes!! I think it’s neat that he gets a shirt from the ports would like to see those! I don’t drink either so that would be wasted on me too! I’m so glad most of the people are really nice I’m a bit shy meeting new people too glad you got Steve to meet people first and open up! It’s funny my father-in-law is named Steve he’s a retired firefighter and he’ll talk to anyone for forever drives my mother-in-law crazy sometimes when she wants to leave and he’s still gabbing!

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thanks for sharing! Yep, he loves him new t-shirts! Ha ha

[@randomviking8676]

Can the beds be raised up for more storage? I'm thinking Steve's T-shirt collection will grow with each port and that may come in handy. So happy you have a Bible study group on board.

[@MidLifeCruising95]

We have 6 bins under our bed, about 9 inches deep each. Many have put their beds on risers, which adds even more room.

[@kellylee514]

I ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ your top 10. Thanks for sharing. Such a dream come true. And can’t wait to see your least fav and the rental units. We are chomping at the bit to join even if it’s for a short rental stay to start. Right now focused on getting our work done so we can cruise the Caribbean. PS Scott doesn’t drink either. But I totally love that they allow you to bring your own on board. 🍸

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thank you so much!! Soon, Friend!!

[@jean-pierrescherer8250]

I enjoyed this vid.

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thank you!!!

[@micheleparadis2808]

Loved it!

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thanks, Michele!!!!

[@RichardDetrich]

I love your channel and comments! Sounds like you have a positive and happy life living the dream. Enjoy Panama for me!! I wish I was there to do the transit with you, and one of thee days i hope to join you on board. Keep up the great work!

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thank you so much! Come join us!

[@NCLfan]

Great video! I also have a Level 8 carryon case, the one with the laptop sleeve. It makes the inside a little tight but love it for storing my ipad etc on the outside

[@MidLifeCruising95]

I am loving the Level 8 cases, they are so well-made! Thanks for the input on that one!

[@lindasmith3846]

What a wonderful life! Love “our adventure “!🛳️🛳️🛳️

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thanks, Friend! Awesome adventure indeed!

[@pizzapizza4991]

Love this video!

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thanks for watching, Friend!

[@trevden-gl3dn]

Awesome!! Enjoyed watching..I passed through the Panama Canal once going to Japan and Taiwan

[@MidLifeCruising95]

We are about to pull into Colon right now!! Exciting times!!

[@trevden-gl3dn]

@@MidLifeCruising95 Very nice..luvly sceneries..Living da life to the fullest..

[@crimson25543]

Hi MLC! Great video & very good list. I have a favor to ask: would you consider doing a monthly drop-in visit with Holly & Captain the Cruising Kitty? Even if it's just for 5 or 10 minutes, I'd love to see them and hear what they've been up to. I bet I'm not the only one who is intrigued with the 4-legged captain on board & his lovely mom. Captain exudes a certain joie de vivre boss energy that is infectious. Please think about it; it would be a different, unique, and welcome addition to your existing content. Be well!

[@MidLifeCruising95]

I will be showing the new cats aboard soon. We are getting more and more... meow!

[@EarthBeing3]

You’re both great but Steve seems to be a natural, was surprised to hear he is camera shy, I’m an extreme introvert even though was in the service industry most of my life, I should have been a librarian. Love your top ten, you covered everything well. I’m not a cruiser, but love the idea of a smaller ship. Look forward to the top ten dislikes. Being the miser, you could order a beer and let Steve have two, lol.

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thanks!! We are having a great time.

[@seebunlim]

😂😂😂😂😂 the bloopers always make me laugh. Thanks for sharing your top 10! The butter chicken looks sooo good. The ship is not small, but just not like the monster-sized ships. It’s a nice size where you can walk around comfortably and without huge crowds and queues! I saw the 😍 in Steve’s eyes when talking about the coffee machine 🤣🤣🤣. Does Angela need to be worried? 🤣🤣 Ooh I thought Angela’s the extrovert! I’m highly introverted and don’t do so well in big-group settings, unless I know most of the people. 😬 Looking forward to your next video! I can’t imagine what your list would be. Ooh… maybe the mattress that you feel is too hard? Or have you already got your mattress topper? All the way from Denver! 😅 Bye Friends ❤❤

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thanks so much, Friend! We are just loving all of it!

[@lindapeterson3613]

I love butter chicken.

[@MidLifeCruising95]

So yum!!

[@sonya2852]

The espresso machine would also be on my ❤️ list, and the bring your own bourbon/beer would be my husband’s!😂 Do they show college football games on a big screen or have ESPN on your cabin TVs? Can’t imagine missing college football season! (Georgia born/bred. Retired to Florida panhandle).

[@MidLifeCruising95]

At the moment, no. For some games the residents have gotten together and streamed big games. Hopefully here soon they will have the games worked out.

[@alastairmackay4589]

Well you’re a long way from Belfast now! (My home town) Delighted to see you’re still having a ball. I’m guessing your KZbin channel also adds a lot of value to your lifestyle. If I were to spend months on a ship I’d have to do something like that, in order to be doing something useful, productive and creative. Also requires discipline and focus. Otherwise I’m guessing the perpetual cruising lifestyle could become tiresome and banal - might even start to feel like you’re trapped in a retirement home lol. I don’t think it’s mentally healthy for anyone to live life without purpose or usefulness. Hence you’re always so upbeat and positive. 👌 Guys, I think you have this gig sussed!

[@MidLifeCruising95]

@@alastairmackay4589 So many people have created groups aboard that keep them very busy. I wish we had more time to participate. We are enjoying this lifestyle and vlogging along the way.

[@SpotBat-o5i]

Another fun video, that made me LOL! I have to ask, when you had your week in Denver, did you feel the land moving under your feet? If so, how did you cope?

[@MidLifeCruising95]

We actually did not. We know what you mean though. We have done cruises and the first few days after it feels that way. Maybe we have our "sea legs".

[@Lozzy64]

Hi guys i was wondering what number the coffee machine would come in at lol. Have you met many children on board. What do you guys think of all the bad press some people are saying. I always find you both upbeat and very positive. love and hugs from Lozzy x

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Most of the complaints are things that don't effect us. Some things are not true. The amount of people who said we would never make the crossing, no we will never do the transit etc.... we just keep proving them wrong. We roll with the punches. Some HAVE had plumbing or AC issues, and VV seems to be on top of the problems. Thankful we haven't been impacted.

[@Fatlosstime]

Cruiseship employees work hard and long hours

[@MidLifeCruising95]

On the Villa Vie they get to work less. I just had another tell me today that it is much easier on them here. I know on regular cruises they seem to work 12 hour days...so hard!!

[@kellylee514]

@@MidLifeCruising95 I miss our Paul Gauguin crew. They are the best we've come across. One of my fav bartenders even did a pole dance for me. Of course I tipped him big HAHA

[@valerijohnson2839]

I wish I was on the Villa Vie, too. Alas my husband doesn’t think so.

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Maybe do a try before you buy...a quick visit for a week to see what you think!

[@dinodesantis2056]

Great video. How is the passenger count going? Does the ship feel crowded or just right?

[@MidLifeCruising95]

We get a lot more in Panama City. Lots of new people, but a lot that have been on for awhile left for Christmas...

[@dinodesantis2056]

@@MidLifeCruising95 are you spending Christmas on board? Merry Christmas!

[@martyfinver9969]

just thought I would ask you about premium foods such as lobster filet and sashimi poke are they sometimes served in the main dining room Also the entertainment is there a 5 piece band or just duos. Hoewever I have chosen villa vie because its a small ship that can get into many ports I havent been to.Its hard to give up my lifestyle on premium cruise lines which I have worked on.

[@MidLifeCruising95]

We are definitely not luxury or even a little high end. We are an affordable option. The entertainment changes because it is more cost effective than a full time band. No to food like that...shrimp and scallops are more the pace here.

[@John_Locke_108]

Call me a pessimistic but I'm really looking forward to your bottom 10 list. The 12 hour flight delay will probably make the list.

[@kellylee514]

If you ask me the 12 hour flight delay is just one more bonus because they no longer have to do that on a ship. 😂

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Ha ha ha....

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Ha ha right!

[@kellylee514]

@@MidLifeCruising95 Yep, when you had posted that video I thought to myself ... just one more reason to live life at sea. No more; rushing to the airport, trying to find parking, lugging luggage to check in, TSA pat downs, running to the gate only to wait, no more being squished onto an airplane for hours or subjected to catching something which we usually do. The list goes on. VVR life is our goal!

[@CuencaExpat]

Unless I missed it, when you recorded the video tour of your cabin, you didn't pull out any suitcases from under the beds -- only storage tubs. The deck plan on the Villa Vie website shows a "Community Storage" room on Deck 2 next to the laundry. Are owners able to store suitcases or other small items there or anywhere else on the ship other than your cabin? For example, if you leave for any extended period of time and decide to rent out your cabin, can you store personal items elsewhere, or do you have to take them with you?

[@MidLifeCruising95]

We have our suitcases currently stored on deck 5 in a room across from the current excursion deck. That is being used, for now, for storage. I did hear it will be moving to deck 2.

[@pizzapizza4991]

Which deck is your cabin?

[@MidLifeCruising95]

4th...

[@Christel05]

🎉🎉🎉🤗🤗💕💕🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Hey, Friend!

[@ziskabrits618]

💃🕺🥂🍾

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Hey, Friend!

[@InspireDFam2023]

And your Midlife cruising community all around the world

[@MidLifeCruising95]

We love our community outside the VV, too!!

[@pen4tenn]

Do you have

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Have???

[@RobertSears-f3t]

Great to see ya both! We have al little India near where we live in Toronto ,so love the curries too! think Steve has great T-shirts and saw a Led Zeppelin one!!! I am a few years older than you guys but went to High School in the late 70"s in Naples Florida and love the old southern rock!!

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Sounds like great minds think alike...!!! Thanks for tuning in....

[@MickeySightings]

Great video guys!!!!

[@MidLifeCruising95]

Thank you so much for watching!