Cruises: How much does it cost to go around the world by ship? – 03/10/2023 – Tourism

Working remotely traveling the world is a dream for many people. But what if, instead of choosing one city or another to live in for a few months, you embarked on a trip around the world?

This is the purpose of the itinerary launched by Life at Sea Cruises: three years living at sea, passing through 375 ports in 136 countries on all continents of the planet —including Antarctica!

The 130,000 nautical mile (240,000 kilometer) journey will be made by the MV Gemini, which accommodates up to 1,074 passengers in 400 cabins—the perfect size to avoid large crowds, yet large enough to offer all the amenities ships need. larger cruise ships offer, says the company, what includes swimming pools, spas, gym, restaurants and bars with free consumption.

To attract digital nomads, the ship has a “business center” with all the necessary infrastructure for remote work: there are 14 offices, two meeting rooms, a library and a lounge. In addition, of course, to fast internet via satellite from Starlink, billionaire Elon Musk’s company. It is also possible to receive visits from friends and family when the ship is docked. Everything is included in the booking price, with no additional charges.

Although seemingly steep, the price of this round-the-world tour is relatively affordable when compared to similar experiences, which tend to be much more luxurious and exclusive. Rates start at US$ 30,000 per year (internal cabin measuring 12m²) and reach US$ 110,000 per year (suite with large balcony, totaling 30m²). The cheapest cabins with windows cost $37,000 a year.

Although the values ​​are disclosed “per year”, it is only possible to buy the complete trip. However, Life at Sea will allow the same cabin to be shared between different passengers over three years. For example: two friends can book a single suite, alternating who stays on board along the itinerary.

The round-the-world itinerary on the MV Gemini begins on November 1st, when it departs from Istanbul, Turkey, and heads to Barcelona and then to Miami, where the tour of the American continent begins. After crossing the Caribbean, the ship arrives in Brazil via Macapá, follows the Amazon River to Manaus and then skirts the entire Brazilian coast, from Belém (PA) to Rio Grande (RS), to then continue to Antarctica.

The outline of the American continent continues across the Pacific, northward to Alaska. Then the MV Gemini heads to North Asia, the South China Sea, Oceania, the Indian Ocean, Africa and finally Europe. More information on the website.