Cruise ships are known for their luxury and amenities, but there is one ship that beats out every other cruise ship when it comes to not only luxury but also privacy. The World, which is managed by ResidenSea, is one of the most unique cruise ships in the world.

Although the ship is capable of accommodating as many as 1,500 guests, the cruise line prefers to keep guests at under 300 and crew members at not much more than that. This five-star luxury ship made its first voyage in the spring of 2002 and since that time has become a ship popular with individuals who are looking to enjoy the finest lifestyle available.

The World is most well known for offering private retreats. The ship offers a total of five suites that are designed with pure luxury in mind. These suites; the Presidential, the Emperor, the World, the Ambassador and the Royal, are ideal for passengers who truly want to pamper themselves. The going rate per night is just $2,500.

In addition, guests have the option of renting an apartment that ranges between 1,100 and 4,000 square feet and contains between two and six bedrooms. The apartment rental prices begin at $2,500. There are also studios available for rent that begin at 290 square feet and go up to 1,100 square feet. These are available for renting beginning at $1,300 per night.

While renting a suite or apartment might be fine for some, if you can afford a bit more luxury, you might want to consider purchasing an entire home on this luxury cruise ship. The going rate for a studio starts out at just $825,000 while a three bedroom apartment can be purchased for just under 4 million dollars.

The residential accommodations include kitchens that are fully equipped, a living room and veranda as well as all furnishings.

The World also offers a wide range of amenities and activities which guests can enjoy during their stay on this five star luxury ship. There is a total of four fine restaurants; The Tides, Portraits, East and the Marina. Along with those four restaurants, there is also a deli as well as a poolside grill. Guests can also enjoy 24-hour room service. If you happen to be staying in an apartment on board the ship, you can also benefit from the call-a-chef option. This option provides you with the ability to request a chef to come to your apartment and prepare a meal on site for you as well as any guests who may be visiting you.

There is also a spa in which guests can be completely pampered during their stay along with two heated pools. Guests who want to make sure they stay in shape while on board have plenty of fitness options including a gym, tennis court and jogging track. There is also a golf club on board. Those who are interested in entertainment will be able to enjoy a casino that offers a variety of different gaming options. A museum and library provide plenty of opportunities for cultural enrichment while the business center ensures that you can stay in touch even when you are miles out to sea.

When the ship is in port, there are even more activities available. For example, the ship is equipped with a retractable marina, kayaks and sailboats that offer the opportunity for wind surfing and water skiing. The World even boasts a helicopter landing pad.

While not everyone who owns a residence aboard the ship lives on board full time, those who do have the opportunity to tour the globe at a leisurely pace. The ship has been known to visit more than one hundred ports in dozens of countries on numerous continents in a single year.

Generally, the ship does place an emphasis on Mediterranean and Greek coastal cities, but the ship has also visited numerous other locales as well. While the ship is in port, those on board have the opportunity to take part in organized shore excursions or find their own entertainment. The ship is typically in port at each destination for an average of two and a half days. In some instances, the ship may remain in port up to five days.

While living on board a ship might seem as though it would grow tiring after a time, the designers of this mega ship have taken every precaution to ensure that does not happen. There are a variety of different classes that are offered on board, including classes in cooking, dance, arts and crafts, language, computers, photography, music and navigation.

When it comes to luxury, The World is certainly able to offer premier levels of pampering for those who can afford it.

If you plan on getting off The World in its various ports, here are some helpful links to hotels in different ports:

Miami Hotels

Nassau Bahamas Hotels

Cape Town Hotels

Other ports include Gibraltar, Dakar, Sao Tome & Principe, Mumbai, Dubai, IStanbul, and many others.