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Un año en el mar: la realidad de vivir en un crucero de forma permanente
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 12 min read
Por Francesca Street, CNN
Hace un año, Sharon Lane abordó el crucero residencial Villa Vie Odyssey, lista para embarcarse en una aventura.
No se trataba de un crucero de una semana ni siquiera de una travesía marítima de un mes. Para Lane, el barco de 642 pies de eslora y ocho cubiertas se co...
Key takeaway Para Lane, el barco de 642 pies de eslora y ocho cubiertas se convertiría en su residencia permanente.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso residents considering unconventional retirement options may find inspiration in Sharon Lane's story, who has made a cruise ship her permanent home. As the cost of living in El Paso continues to rise, some seniors may be looking for alternative and affordable ways to spend their golden years. Lane's decision to invest her life savings in a residential cruise ship, where she can travel and be part of a community, raises questions about the local options available for retirees. While El Paso has a range of retirement communities and facilities, the concept of residential cruising may appeal to those who value freedom and adventure. As the city's senior population grows, it will be interesting to see if similar innovative housing solutions emerge in the El Paso area, catering to the diverse needs and preferences of local retirees.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 12 min
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What is this story about? Por Francesca Street, CNN
Hace un año, Sharon Lane abordó el crucero residencial Villa Vie Odyssey, lista para embarcarse en una aventura.
No se trataba de un crucero de una semana ni siquiera de una travesía marítima de un mes. Para Lane, el barco de 642 pies de eslora y ocho cubiertas se co...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 24, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
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