Key points of Villa Vi Odyssey
- This is a "live-in cruise ship" where residents who purchase cabins live on board while traveling the world.
- I departed from Belfast, UK (Northern Ireland) in October 2024 and have been traveling around the world for three and a half years.
- With a gross tonnage of 24,344 tons and a maximum capacity of 650 residents, it was formerly the "Braemar" of Fred Olsen Cruises.
- In August 2026, we made port calls in Naha (for 3 days) and Miyako Island.
Last verified: October 2, 2026 (Source at the end of this page)
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What kind of ship is Villa Vi Odyssey?
This ship is operated by Villa Vie Residences, an American company. Unlike typical cruises that last one to two weeks, residents own their cabins as their "homes" and live on the ship as it travels around the world.
According to the official website, the 3.5-year round-the-world voyage will visit over 400 ports, spending approximately 651 TP3T days in port and approximately 351 TP3T days at sea. The package includes meals, onboard internet (Starlink), wine and beer with meals, and medical consultations.
The ship was built in Spain in 1993 and for a long time sailed mainly in Europe as the "Braemar" for Fred Olsen Cruises.
Basic data
| Operating company | Villa Vie Residences |
|---|---|
| Launch | 1993 (Current ship name as of 2024) |
| Previous ship name | Braemar, etc. |
| Gross tonnage | 24,344 tons |
| full length | 195.82m |
| Number of decks | 8 |
| Resident capacity | Up to 650 people |
| Builder | Unión Naval de Levante (Spain) |
Operations in Japan
During my round-the-world trip, from August 16th to 18th, 2026 Naha Port I stayed there for three days, and on the 19th Miyako Island (Hirara Port) It docked at this port. Since it's a ship where people live, it often stays in one port for several days.
Major ports of call in Japan
This data compiles the number of port calls to Japanese ports based on scheduled arrivals from July 2026 to October 2026 (as of October 2, 2026). You can view the port's information page by clicking on the port name link. Source: WEB CRUISE "Cruise Ship Port Arrival Calendar" Comparison with other ships is List of cruise ships coming to Japan fart.
FAQ
Q1 Can I board it like a regular cruise ship?
While the basic model is "residence," where you purchase a room to live in, the official website also offers rental options for a fixed period. Please check the official website for conditions and rates.
Q2 Why are you staying in Naha for so many days?
Since these ships are inhabited by residents for extended periods, they often stay in one port for several days. The official website states that approximately 651 TP3T ships are in port on any given day.
Source/Reference Information
- Villa Vie Residences (Official)
- Villa Vie Residences “Villa Vie Odyssey” (basic data)
- Wikipedia "Villa Vie Odyssey" (Ship's history)
Photos are being prepared. Last checked: October 2, 2026. Information is subject to change. Please let us know of any inaccuracies or issues through reviews or inquiries.
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