About Villa Vie Residences
Chart new horizons and live a life where adventure never ends. Our mission is to bring explorers together through unforgettable experiences, global discovery, and a shared love of travel.
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The world is wild.
Go explore it.
From leopards in the African bush to glaciers in Patagonia, ancient temples in Southeast Asia to the Northern Lights above Scandinavia — the planet is extraordinary, and most of it goes unseen.
Villa Vie exists so you don't have to choose between comfort and adventure. Wake up in a new corner of the world, step ashore into cultures that reshape how you see everything, then come home to your own villa on the sea.
View DestinationsBreaking free from the ordinary
Imagine escaping the “30-mile life” — the invisible borders that define most routines. With Villa Vie, the notion of “home” expands to include global metropolises, remote islands, and bustling markets around the world.
No More Commutes
Replace traffic and static routines with sunrise strolls on open decks and spontaneous global adventures.
Redefining Social Life
Connections flourish, not just with fellow travelers but with the diverse local communities encountered at every port.
Continuous Discovery
Daily life follows the rhythm of the world — not the clock — bringing new flavors, festivals, and friendships.
A world without borders
Villa Vie blends comfort, sustainability, and adventure in a way that transcends traditional travel or retirement living.
Global Gateway
Our community is always in motion, exploring hundreds of destinations without demanding residents say goodbye to the comforts of home.
Curated Experiences
From custom culinary journeys to cultural deep dives and wellness-focused lifestyles, every member shapes their experience.
Sustainable Impact
Every voyage is guided by an ethos of stewardship, purposefully protecting the environments and cultures discovered along the way.
Mikael Petterson
Founder & Executive Chairman
A visionary in cruise finance and hospitality, Mikael has held leadership roles with Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line. His mission: to make global cruise ship living not only possible but accessible and transformative for every Villa Vie resident.
“Villa Vie is proof that living boldly, sustainably, and with heart can change what's possible for us all — at any stage of life.”
Drawing on deep experience in real estate, technology, and guest care, the Villa Vie leadership team brings together experts united by a shared belief that a meaningful, borderless life is within reach.
What we believe
The Villa Vie ethos guides everything we do and the lifestyle we encourage on board the Odyssey.
Life Reimagined
Residents live aboard, not as guests but as true stakeholders in a pioneering global community.
Adventure Meets Comfort
Each journey is a blend of exploration and belonging, with locally inspired dining, wellness, learning, and entertainment.
Community First
Friendships form effortlessly as residents travel and celebrate together while respecting local cultures and the planet.
Endless Horizons
With flexible ownership options and a perpetual itinerary, life never stands still — and neither do Villa Vie's residents.
Begin your next chapter of life on the open sea.
Villa Vie invites visionaries, adventurers, and lifelong learners to redefine what home and community can mean.