Can’t handle another Trump presidency? This four-year cruise is the perfect getaway

Donald Trump has sealed a victory in the US presidential election.

He has become the first former president to return to the White House in more than 130 years.

At 78, he also became the oldest man elected to America’s highest office.

However, not everyone is happy with his comeback.

For the people grieving Trump’s victory, a travel company has announced an extraordinary offer: a luxurious four-year “Skip Forward” cruise around the world.

The programme is specially designed for those who enjoy sailing and are prepared to spend four years at sea.

Here’s all we know about the one-of-a-kind journey.

Life at sea

Florida-based Villa Vie Residences revealed its exclusive “Skip Forward” package on November 7, one day after Trump declared victory.

This package enables travellers to travel the world in luxury, visiting famous locations and effectively “skipping” the next presidential term.

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As per the press release, the company’s Tour La Vie programme, which starts at about $40,000 annually, gives residents the flexibility to join their customised journey at any port during the continuous global adventure for up to four years.

Although the package was revealed following the US presidential election, Villa Vie Residences claims that it is appropriate for all tourists, irrespective of political views, with an emphasis on global travel and cultural experiences.

Earlier this year, the company also provided a package called “Endless Horizons” for anyone who wanted to battle inflation. The project offers the ultimate goal of seeing the world by sea, eliminating worries about ongoing living expenditures and the potential for outliving funds.

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Features

This cruise’s idea is simple yet appealing: it provides a way for people to escape the hustle and concern of US politics, particularly in light of the possible outcome of a second Trump presidency.

Passengers get the opportunity to detach from the outside world and re-establish a connection with themselves on board and balance leisure and work.

Guests will stay in luxurious suites with access to libraries, health centres, and co-working areas.

Aside from the steady luxury services, each room is meant to seem like a home away from home.

During port calls across the world, guests can take pleasure in fine dining, high-speed internet for working remotely, and even carefully chosen cultural events.

Numerous facilities, such as fitness programmes, spa treatments, and even a concierge to handle any logistical need, will be provided by the cruise ship.

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Destinations

Villa Vie Odyssey, which can accommodate up to 600 people, will cover 150 destinations spread across all seven continents.

Along the voyage, she will see 13 World Wonders, and more than 100 tropical islands.

Odyssey will be in port for two to five days.  

From cooking lessons and guided tours to cultural festivals and local excursions, every port call is planned to provide carefully chosen experiences that enable travellers to interact more deeply with their surroundings.

The cruise has begun the second month of its 15-year global tour.

“With over 425 ports across 140 countries, each circumnavigation presents an unprecedented opportunity to discover the world from their floating home with ever-changing backyards,” the release stated.

After a month in the Caribbean, Villa Vie Odyssey will set sail for four months in South America, which will include two Panama Canal transits, two World Wonders, the Chilean Fjords, an Antarctic sail-by, Rio Carnival and an eight-day expedition deep into the Amazon River.

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Prices

The cost of this long journey is high.

Single-cabin rates for a four-year trip start at $255,999, while double-occupancy cabins cost $319,998.

Villa Vie also has more affordable three-, two-, and one-year packages if one is looking for a shorter getaway.

The three-year journey is called “Everywhere but Home.”

Starting at $150,399 for a single cabin, the “Mid-Term Selection” package spans two years, ending with the US midterms in 2026.

And a year journey is called “Escape from Reality.”

Regardless matter what plan a client chooses, Villa Vie Residences offers full services, according to their website.

“Pay once and never worry about it again. Your journey starts as soon as you board. Navigate the most famous and inspirational places on earth, leaving behind the known and welcoming the unknown,” the website quoted.

Booking the voyage

Register on the Villa Vie website by entering the necessary information.

Travellers will go through a background check to make sure they are ready for such a lengthy journey, especially since the trip is international.

After approval, reservations can be made and a cabin can be chosen.

Passengers will go through an orientation process before sailing, covering everything from foreign protocols and ship facilities to travel papers (such as visas and immunisations).

With inputs from agencies