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To go on a long cruise instead of renting?

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needanewstart2026 · 24/08/2025 17:51

I'm in my 60s and retired and my family home is being sold due to DH divorcing me as he has met someone else. I'm devastated and told a friend I was going to rent for a few months before buying while I get my head together. She said I should go on a 6 month cruise rather than renting as wouldn't cost much more and I'd get to see the world. I laughed but I'm seriously thinking about whether it is feasible. Anyone else done this?

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Twothurty · 24/08/2025 17:54

I’d do that on a heartbeat!
Also look at housesitting if you don’t have commitments,

IsItChristmasAgain · 24/08/2025 17:53

Have not done it but I absolutely would.

IamtheDevilsAvocado · 24/08/2025 17:53

Never done it... But it does sound an excellent idea!

Am sure I've seen online travel fora on FB discussing this?
Good Luck..

LoveMyLifeAlways · 24/08/2025 17:52

Do you know what? That sounds like a great idea. Don't forget to factor in the cost of storing your furniture

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