Cruise around the globe: 3‑year voyage across 7 continents for the price of a house

The MV Gemini sets sail from Istanbul on November 1st of this year embarking on the "Life at Sea" cruise. After leaving Istanbul, it will pick up passengers in Barcelona and Florida. During this three-year voyage, the ship will dock at 375 ports in 135 different countries.

The cost of this incredible journey is approximately 90,000 dollars. There are also options to pay annually at 30 thousand dollars or monthly at 2,500 dollars. These quoted prices are for an interior cabin of approximately 129 square feet. An apartment on board with a large balcony carries a price tag of about 109 thousand dollars per year

Irina Strembitsky, the sales and marketing director for the cruise line, assures that this cruise will suit those who value comfort and familiarity. She described it in her media statement as being "your home at sea, with the world as your backyard".

The cruise ship has a capacity of 1,074 passengers across 400 lavish cabins. Ocean view cabins come equipped with private balconies, while raised sun decks with a pool are there for other passengers to enjoy.

The ship also boasts an auditorium, a wellness center and a 24-hour emergency hospital, offering free medical consultations. Several restaurants and bars are on board, and passengers can partake in various activities such as karaoke, golf, yoga, and meditation.

The ship also caters to remote workers with a business center, fitted with 14 offices, conference rooms, a lounge, and a library.

Those embarking on this extraordinary journey will get to see some of the world's most iconic landmarks. These include the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, the Taj Mahal in India, the Chichen Itza in Mexico, the pyramids in Giza, Machu Picchu, and the Great Wall of China.

Also, in 208 of the listed ports, passengers will have the option to spend the night on land, extending their opportunities for exploration.