Did you know there are ships that you can live on while travelling to every far-flung destination across the world? In fact, the largest privately-owned residential mega yacht on the planet is stopping in Singapore this May 2024. Singaporeans can catch a glimpse of the luxurious The World, Residences at Sea where people live and travel around the globe from the comfort of their own homes.
The World residence yacht
The World, Residences at Sea is a private community living at sea who enjoy travel to more than 100 ports per year, alongside world-class facilities, top-rated amenities, and serviced experiences from their homes on board a luxurious ship.
There are more than 150 global families and residents living on the one-of-a-kind ship. It features 165 privately owned residences with balconies, including 106 apartments, 19 studio apartments, and 40 studios. Each unit can be designed as individuals please with decorations. Meanwhile, travel itineraries are determined by the ship’s residents via community voting.
Residents live a unique ultra-luxurious lifestyle alongside global exploration of many of the world’s greatest countries, secret islands, and iconic cities. Interestingly, the floating city is a blend of six-star hotels and private yacht services. Every few days residents awake to a new, exciting port outside their window.
The iconic ship boasts an art gallery, Call-A-Chef programme, 24/7 gym with personal trainers and group classes, children’s facilities, DVD rental, games room, sports facilities such as a tennis court and golfing, swimming pools, spas, a cinema, and much more.
Excitingly, there are six restaurants, as well as a grocery store, deli, and cocktail lounges aboard the ship to enrich your voyage even further.
The World mega yacht visits Singapore in May 2024 for four days for the first time since 2019. An exact date in May is yet to be confirmed.
The famous ship just completed extraordinary expeditions to places like Antarctica, South America, and Africa. Meanwhile, the 2024 schedule includes stops in Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand, Maldives, South Pacific, cities like Tokyo and Seoul, and more.
Interestingly, there’s a no-cash policy aboard the ship and all expenses are tracked by the 300 staff. While residents spend an average of three to four months abroad the ship every year but they can stay as long as they desire.
Can I buy a residence aboard The World?
Singaporeans looking for a non-stop worldwide escape can purchase one of the private residences available for resale via Residential Advisor. Prices range from $2 million to $15 million. There are limited guest stays available for potential buyers who wish to experience The World before purchases. Learn more via Aboard The World website.
Certainly, if you have the money The World yacht the perfect way to spend a year off work or use your flexible work arrangements to work from anywhere in the world. Each voyage typically spans every two to three years.
The World launched in 2002 as the first cruise liner to offer permanent residence at sea. It was constructed in Norway and features 12 decks. Additionally, it has a capacity of 1,046 passengers today.
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