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<img alt=\"Under the infinity pools of luxury cruise ships there is no rest: 80-hour days seven days a week\" width=\"375\" height=\"142\" src=\"https:\/\/i.blogs.es\/0f7f87\/empleo-en-cruceros\/375_142.jpeg\"\/><\/code><\/pre>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\nThis routine of non-stop sailing has allowed them to explore a variety of global destinations, indulging in \u00a0unlimited food\u00a0, high-level entertainment, and a vibrant community atmosphere on board, leading them to forge friendships not just with fellow passengers but also with the crew.<\/p>\n
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They have carved out a comfortable life aboard, as every cruise includes cleaning services and meals, freeing them from many of the responsibilities of land-based living. \u201cNow we no longer know how to wash the dishes or make our beds because we haven\u2019t done that in a long time. So now we have to stay on board to survive,\u201d Marty joked in an interview<\/a> with Australian television.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Moreover, the Ansens remain connected with their family. The cruise couple seizes the opportunity during their stopovers at various ports across Australia to visit their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. As Ren van Rooyen, hotel manager aboard the \u00a0Coral Princess\u00a0, noted, Marty and Jessica have become \u201ckind of local celebrities,\u201d easily making friends throughout their travels.<\/p>\n
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<span>Tap on the photo to go to the original message<\/span><\/code><\/pre>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\nAs the couple recently explained to \u00a0The Telegraph\u00a0, they leverage these stopovers to reconnect with friends they’ve met globally. “When our ship visits other countries, we meet up with family and friends we have met at sea in places like \u00a0Ireland\u00a0, \u00a0Canada\u00a0, the \u00a0Netherlands\u00a0, \u00a0Alaska\u00a0, and \u00a0New Zealand\u00a0,” Marty shared.<\/p>\n
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Most people envision cruise ships as temporary accommodations for vacations. However, similar to those who live permanently in hotels, some individuals opt to live year-round on cruise ships.<\/p>\n
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Such is the case for the Ansens. According to their children and grandchildren, living on a cruise ship is more economical than residing in a nursing home. This unique lifestyle encompasses meals, cabin maintenance, and access to various activities and medical services\u2014all significant advantages for older adults.<\/p>\n
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To maintain their health and vitality, the couple has developed a straightforward yet effective daily routine that includes an hour of \u00a0table tennis\u00a0 each morning. This physical activity not only bolsters their fitness but also boosts their mental well-being, allowing them to enjoy the ever-changing scenery and the multitude of services provided by the cruise.<\/p>\n
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Despite the myriad benefits, life aboard a cruise ship is not entirely without its challenges. The couple faces the inconvenience of continuously changing time zones, which can lead to some confusion about the elapsed time. Marty playfully lamented, \u201cI miss being able to drive wherever I wanted to go whenever I wanted,\u201d highlighting one of the inherent limitations of life at sea. Yet, they consider these minor inconveniences trivial compared to the enriching experience of living aboard a cruise ship, which they deem both more affordable and fulfilling than traditional senior living arrangements.<\/p>\n
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In \u00a0Xataka\u00a0, a report details another individual who has been living from cruise to cruise for \u00a025 years\u00a0; interestingly, his greatest challenge has been not finances, but maintaining balance in a constantly shifting environment.<\/p>\n
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