Know Your Cruise Cost Per Day

Know Your Cruise Cost Per Day

Sep 06, 2025

Don't get caught by surprise on your final cruise bill. Learn the simple way to calculate your true average cost per day by adding up all anticipated expenses. This guide helps you make smarter booking decisions and stay on budget.

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Surprised by Santo Domingo: A Cruiser's Guide

Surprised by Santo Domingo: A Cruiser's Guide

Jul 22, 2025

Planning a cruise to the Dominican Republic? Our port guide to Santo Domingo, based on our experience aboard the Villa Vie Odyssey, reveals why this historic city is a surprising gem. Discover the best things to do, from exploring the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Zona Colonial to visiting its incredible museums. Get straight-to-the-point tips for your next trip!

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Our New Balcony Suite on the Villa Vie Odyssey

Our New Balcony Suite on the Villa Vie Odyssey

Sep 05, 2025

Join Chris and Michael from Charting Our Course for a tour of their new Balcony Suite on the Villa Vie Odyssey. Discover the benefits of upgrading to a balcony cabin for long-term residential cruising, and get tips for maximizing your space and working remotely from a cruise ship.

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Is Buying a Cabin on a Cruise Ship Too Risky?

Is Buying a Cabin on a Cruise Ship Too Risky?

Sep 04, 2025

Ever wonder if you could just… live on a cruise ship? We did more than wonder, we took the plunge! But let's be real, it wasn't all smooth sailing from the get-go. We had to evaluate the risks involved.

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