I live on a cruise 24/7 … It is much cheaper than living on the land: meets the retired teacher, 77, who became a full -time ‘ocean person’ – and how much it costs her
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A retired teacher has shared why she decided to live full -time on a cruise ship and people can be shocked by how affordable the lifestyle can be.
Sharon Lane, 77, left her house in Orange County, CaliforniaTo go to a Villa Vie Cruise ship.
Speak with NBC Los AngelesSharon describes herself as an ‘ocean person’ and shows off the sea from the ship.
The pensioner explains: ‘Every month I have maintenance costs to pay and that is less than I paid for rent [on land]. ‘
Although Sharon did not reveal exactly how much she had spent at sea, interior huts on Villa Vie $ 129,999/£ 95,470 cost.
Residents then pay $ 3,000/£ 2,200 a month for all their expenses, including meals, beer, wine, WiFi, laundry, activities and access to all facilities.
And there is another advantage for pensioners such as Sharon.
She reveals: ‘All the chores you have to do in life – ready. If you place your task list on a piece of paper from paper and you cross something that was not a fun activity, then you have the life we have now. ‘

Sharon Lane, 77, left her house in Orange County, California, to go to a Villa Vie Cruise ship
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The pensioner explains: ‘Every month I have maintenance costs to pay and that is less than I paid for rent [on land]’
Sharon’s exciting route includes stops in Vancouver, Japan and Taiwan.
Interior huts are the cheapest option on Villa Vie with a Villa -suite the most expensive choice.
The Villa Suite costs $ 439,999/£ 323,134 as a one -off fee, while pensioners pay $ 9,999/£ 7,343 per month in reimbursements when they travel solo.
Residents can also choose to rent a villa if they are not ready to commit themselves to buy a house at sea.
Villa Vie says: ‘A typical day on Villa Vie Odyssey is a mix of relaxation, exploration and community involvement.
‘Start your day with a sunrise yoga session on deck, followed by a relaxed breakfast. Spend your morning with participation on board activities or explore the port of approach.
‘Middagen offer time for relaxation or attending workshops and social events. Evenings offer opportunities for good food, cultural events or just enjoy the tranquility of the sea. ‘
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