Lifelong Learners

Cabins and Rates

Semester at Sea has a variety of cabin options available to Lifelong Learners, ranging from single cabins to more spacious options that accommodate a family of four.

About Lifelong Learner Rates

Rates for Lifelong Learners are based on cabin type and single or double occupancy. Rates for children are based on age and cabin arrangement.

Spotlight Voyages Information

Spotlight Voyages are a way to experience Semester at Sea for only a portion of the voyage. Spotlight Voyagers are welcomed into the shipboard community and may participate in ship-wide events, academic courses, and Field Programs. Spotlight Voyage itineraries can be found under the pricing for each voyage.

Contact us at LLL@isevoyages.org for personalized family cabin rates or any general questions or concerns.

What’s included

Accommodation and Travel

Lifelong Learner cabins are typically located on Deck 8 alongside other non-student cabins. We have a variety of cabin options to meet every traveler’s needs. Enjoy transportation to multiple unique destinations throughout your voyage.

All Meals Aboard the Ship

Three meals per day are included in your voyage fee, even when the ship is in port. Vegetarian options are available at every meal, and other dietary restrictions are generally accommodated. A late evening snack is also available most nights at sea.

Shipboard Amenities

Access to ship amenities includes the gym, pool, fine dining*, spa*, salon*, and more! Baseline crew gratuities ($2 per day) are also included in your voyage fee.
*Expenses vary depending on the type of service.

Academic Courses

Access to academic courses and a corresponding Field Class are included. Field Classes are instructor-led, experiential programs that are uniquely designed to bring course concepts to life.

Comprehensive Travel Health Insurance

All participants are automatically enrolled in a comprehensive travel health insurance plan for the voyage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). This includes access to the shipboard medical clinic, mental health center, and in-port emergencies.

Email Account and Starter Internet Package

The MV World Odyssey is equipped with internet access for all voyagers. Lifelong Learners are given the Starter 50 internet package, which includes a specified allotment of megabytes per day. Upgraded packages can be purchased at a discount pre-voyage or throughout the voyage at full price.

Fuel Fee

The anticipated fuel fee based on our initial cost projections is included in your voyage fee. However, Semester at Sea reserves the right to add an additional charge or refund a portion of the fuel fee with notice given no later than 30 days prior to departure. Expenses are subject to change depending on global cost fluctuations.

On-board Lifelong Learner Coordinator

Lifelong Learners have access to on-ship support through the Lifelong Learner and Advancement Coordinator. This hired staff role sails the entire voyage to facilitate the daily Lifelong Learner meeting, plan social events, and support all of the Lifelong Learners as needed.

Lifelong Learning Cabin Types

Owner’s Family Suite

484 Sq. Feet

Can accommodate families with two adults and two children. Maximum occupancy is 4.

Our largest and one-of-a-kind suite offers an ocean view window, plus a private balcony, bathtub/shower, queen bed for adults, large pull-out couch for children, living room, entrance foyer, desk and chair, spacious closets, television, telephone, refrigerator, safe, and hairdryer.

Grand Family Suites

323 Sq. Feet

Reservation priority given to families with two adults/two children. Contact us to review other circumstances.

Our lavish grand family suites offer a large ocean view window plus a French balcony (sliding glass door), shower/tub, queen bed for adults, large pull out couch for children, living room, spacious walk-in closets, desk and chair, television, telephone, refrigerator, safe and hair dryer.

Suites

242 Sq. Feet

Suites can accommodate families with two adults/one child under 12.

Enjoy luxurious accommodations! Our most popular suite has a French balcony (sliding glass door), shower/tub, queen bed for adults, non-pull out couch suitable for a child aged 5-12, spacious closets, desk and chair, television, telephone, refrigerator, safe and hair dryer.

Deluxe Outside

204 Sq. Feet

Travel in style! The Deluxe staterooms have a French balcony (sliding glass door), shower, queen-sized bed or two twin beds, desk and chair, sitting area/chairs, spacious closets, television, telephone, refrigerator, safe and hair dryer.

Classic Outside

161 Sq. Feet

The simple yet elegant Classic staterooms have a French balcony (sliding glass door), shower, queen-sized bed or two twin beds, desk and chair, spacious closets, television, telephone, refrigerator, safe and hair dryer.

Classic Inside

129 Sq. Feet

This well appointed stateroom (sans window) has a Queen-sized bed or two twin beds, desk and chair, spacious closets, shower, television, telephone, refrigerator, safe and hair dryer.

Economy Cabins

Economy Single Outside

115 Sq. Feet

For the savvy traveler, our Economy single cabins offer porthole views, single twin bed, desk and chair, shower, closets, television, telephone, refrigerator, safe and hair dryer.

Economy Single Inside

90 Sq. Feet

Also for the savvy traveler, our Economy inside cabin (sans window) offers a single twin bed, desk and chair, shower, closets, television, telephone, refrigerator, safe and hair dryer.

Lifelong Learning Pricing

Most Lifelong Learner cabins offer an ocean view and a French balcony, and all cabins come equipped with a telephone, safe, refrigerator, and hair dryer. Pricing for your voyage is based on cabin type, as well as double or single occupancy.

Jump to pricing for a specific voyage:

Fall 2024 Voyage

Fall 2024

Fall 2024

September 09 — December 22

Ghana Hong Kong India Mauritius Morocco Netherlands Portugal South Africa Thailand Vietnam

FA24 Spotlight Voyages

Segment 1: 34 Nights

Embark: IJmuiden, The Netherlands, Sept. 9

Itinerary: Portugal, Morocco

Disembark: Takoradi, Ghana, Oct. 13

Segment 2: 29 Nights

Embark: Capetown, South Africa, Oct. 22

Itinerary: Mauritius

Disembark: Cochin, India, Nov. 20

Segment 3: 22 Nights

Embark: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Nov. 30

Itinerary: Hong Kong (SAR of China)

Disembark: Bangkok, Thailand, Dec. 22

Fall 2024 Lifelong Learner Pricing

Full Voyage

Cabin Type Availability Adult Double Occupancy
(per person)
Adult Single Occupancy Children (5-12) Children
(13 – 17)
Owner’s Family Suite WAITLIST* $40,550 $59,750 $5,000 $7,000
Grand Family Suite WAITLIST* $37,750 $54,950 $5,000 $7,000
Suite WAITLIST* $33,650 $48,750 $5,000
Deluxe, Outside WAITLIST* $29,650 $42,550
Classic, Outside WAITLIST* $27,450 $39,550
Classic, Inside WAITLIST* $23,350 $33,250
Economy Single, Outside WAITLIST* $28,950
Economy Single, Inside WAITLIST* $27,950

*Waitlist Availability: Although this cabin type is currently sold out, you are welcome to submit a reservation request, and we will be pleased to contact you if your preferred cabin choice should become newly available.

Spotlight Segment 1: 34 Nights

Embark: IJmuiden, The Netherlands Sept. 9 | Itinerary: Portugal, Morocco | Disembark: Takoradi, Ghana Oct. 13

Cabin Type Availability Adult Double Occupancy
(per person)
Adult Single Occupancy Children (5-12) Children
(13 – 17)
Grand Family Suite WAITLIST* $12,478 $18,156 $1,700 $2,380
Suite WAITLIST* $11,118 $16,116 $1,700
Deluxe, Outside WAITLIST* $9,792 $14,076
Classic, Outside WAITLIST* $9,078 $13,056
Economy Single, Outside WAITLIST* $9,588
Economy Single, Inside WAITLIST* $9,248

*Waitlist Availability: Although this cabin type is currently sold out, you are welcome to submit a reservation request, and we will be pleased to contact you if your preferred cabin choice should become newly available.

Spotlight Segment 2: 29 Nights

Embark: Capetown, South Africa Oct. 22 | Itinerary: Mauritius | Disembark: Cochin, India Nov. 20

Cabin Type Availability Adult Double Occupancy
(per person)
Adult Single Occupancy Children (5-12) Children
(13 – 17)
Grand Family Suite WAITLIST* $10,643 $15,486 $1,450 $2,030
Suite WAITLIST* $9,483 $13,746 $1,450
Deluxe, Outside WAITLIST* $8,352 $12,006
Classic, Outside WAITLIST* $7,743 $11,136
Economy Single, Outside Available $8,178
Economy Single, Inside WAITLIST* $7,888

*Waitlist Availability: Although this cabin type is currently sold out, you are welcome to submit a reservation request, and we will be pleased to contact you if your preferred cabin choice should become newly available.

Spotlight Segment 3: 22 Nights

Embark: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Nov. 30 | Itinerary: Hong Kong (SAR of China) | Disembark: Bangkok, Thailand Dec. 22

Cabin Type Availability Adult Double Occupancy
(per person)
Adult Single Occupancy Children (5-12) Children
(13 – 17)
Grand Family Suite One Left $8,074 $11,748 $1,100 $1,540
Suite WAITLIST* $7,194 $10,428 $1,100
Deluxe, Outside WAITLIST* $6,336 $9,108
Classic, Outside WAITLIST* $5,874 $8,448
Economy Single, Outside Available $6,204
Economy Single, Inside WAITLIST* $5,984

*Waitlist Availability: Although this cabin type is currently sold out, you are welcome to submit a reservation request, and we will be pleased to contact you if your preferred cabin choice should become newly available.

Spring 2025 Voyage

Spring 2025

Spring 2025

January 05 — April 20

Germany Ghana India Kenya Malaysia Morocco South Africa Spain Thailand Vietnam

SP25 Spotlight Voyages

Segment 1: 35 Nights

Embark: Bangkok, Thailand, Jan. 5

Itinerary: Vietnam, Malaysia

Disembark: Cochin, India, Feb. 9

Segment 2: 33 Nights

Embark: Mombasa, Kenya, Feb. 17

Itinerary: South Africa

Disembark: Tema, Ghana, Mar. 22

Segment 3: 19 Nights

Embark: Casablanca, Morocco, Apr. 1

Itinerary: Spain

Disembark: Bremerhaven, Germany, Apr. 20

Spring 2025 Lifelong Learner Pricing

Full Voyage

Cabin Type Availability Adult Double Occupancy
(per person)
Adult Single Occupancy Children (5-12) Children
(13 – 17)
Owner’s Family Suite WAITLIST* $40,550 $59,750 $5,000 $7,000
Grand Family Suite WAITLIST* $37,750 $54,950 $5,000 $7,000
Suite WAITLIST* $33,650 $48,750 $5,000
Deluxe, Outside WAITLIST* $29,650 $42,550
Classic, Outside WAITLIST* $27,450 $39,550
Classic, Inside WAITLIST* $23,350 $33,250
Economy Single, Outside WAITLIST* $28,950
Economy Single, Inside WAITLIST* $27,950

*Waitlist Availability: Although this cabin type is currently sold out, you are welcome to submit a reservation request, and we will be pleased to contact you if your preferred cabin choice should become newly available.

Spotlight Segment 1: 35 Nights

Embark: Bangkok, Thailand, Jan. 5 | Itinerary: Vietnam, Malaysia | Disembark: Cochin, India, Feb. 9

Cabin Type Availability Adult Double Occupancy
(per person)
Adult Single Occupancy Children (5-12) Children
(13 – 17)
Grand Family Suite WAITLIST* $12,845 $18,690 $1,750 $2,450
Suite WAITLIST* $11,445 $16,590 $1,750
Deluxe, Outside WAITLIST* $10,080 $14,490
Classic, Outside WAITLIST* $9,345 $13,440
Economy Single, Outside WAITLIST* $9,870
Economy Single, Inside WAITLIST* $9,520

*Waitlist Availability: Although this cabin type is currently sold out, you are welcome to submit a reservation request, and we will be pleased to contact you if your preferred cabin choice should become newly available.

Spotlight Segment 2: 33 Nights

Embark: Mombasa, Kenya, Feb. 17 | Itinerary: South Africa | Disembark: Tema, Ghana, Mar. 22

Cabin Type Availability Adult Double Occupancy
(per person)
Adult Single Occupancy Children (5-12) Children
(13 – 17)
Grand Family Suite WAITLIST* $12,111 $17,622 $1,650 $2,310
Suite One Left $10,791 $15,642 $1,650
Deluxe, Outside One Left $9,504 $13,662
Classic, Outside WAITLIST* $8,811 $12,672
Economy Single, Outside One Left $9,306
Economy Single, Inside WAITLIST* $8,976

*Waitlist Availability: Although this cabin type is currently sold out, you are welcome to submit a reservation request, and we will be pleased to contact you if your preferred cabin choice should become newly available.

Spotlight Segment 3: 19 Nights

Embark: Casablanca, Morocco, Apr. 1 | Itinerary: Spain | Disembark: Bremerhaven, Germany, Apr. 20

Cabin Type Availability Adult Double Occupancy
(per person)
Adult Single Occupancy Children (5-12) Children
(13 – 17)
Grand Family Suite WAITLIST* $6,973 $10,146 $950 $1,330
Suite WAITLIST* $6,213 $9,006 $950
Deluxe, Outside One Left $5,472 $7,866
Classic, Outside WAITLIST* $5,073 $7,296
Economy Single, Outside One Left $5,358
Economy Single, Inside WAITLIST* $5,168

*Waitlist Availability: Although this cabin type is currently sold out, you are welcome to submit a reservation request, and we will be pleased to contact you if your preferred cabin choice should become newly available.

Fall 2025 Voyage

Fall 2025

Fall 2025

September 09 — December 22

France Ghana Hong Kong India Mauritius Morocco Netherlands South Africa Spain Thailand Vietnam

FA25 Spotlight Voyages

Segment 1: 38 Nights

Embark: Ijmuiden, Netherlands, Sept. 9

Itinerary: France, Spain, Morocco

Disembark: Takoradi, Ghana, Oct. 17

Segment 2: 28 Nights

Embark: Cape Town, South Africa, Oct. 26

Itinerary: Mauritius

Disembark: Cochin, India, Nov. 23

A peaceful pond filled with lily pads and pink flowers is framed by stone walls and pagodas with sloping, tiled roofs. Skyscrapers loom in the distance.
Segment 3: 21 Nights

Embark: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Dec. 1

Itinerary: Hong Kong (SAR of China)

Disembark: Bangkok, Thailand, Dec. 22

Fall 2025 Lifelong Learner Pricing

Full Voyage

Cabin Type Availability Adult Double Occupancy
(per person)
Adult Single Occupancy Children (5-12) Children
(13 – 17)
Owner’s Family Suite Available $41,350 $61,150 $5,200 $7,400
Grand Family Suite WAITLIST* $38,350 $55,850 $5,200 $7,400
Suite WAITLIST* $34,150 $49,550 $5,200
Deluxe, Outside One Left $29,950 $43,150
Classic, Outside WAITLIST* $27,750 $39,950
Classic, Inside One Left $23,450 $33,650
Economy Single, Outside One Left $29,150
Economy Single, Inside One Left $28,150

*Waitlist Availability: Although this cabin type is currently sold out, you are welcome to submit a reservation request, and we will be pleased to contact you if your preferred cabin choice should become newly available.

Spotlight Segment 1: 38 Nights

Embark: Ijmuiden, Netherlands, Sept. 9 | Itinerary: France, Spain, Morocco, Ghana | Disembark: Takoradi, Ghana, Oct. 17

Cabin Type Availability Adult Double Occupancy
(per person)
Adult Single Occupancy Children (5-12) Children
(13 – 17)
Grand Family Suite WAITLIST* $14,174 $20,634 $1,976 $2,812
Suite WAITLIST* $12,616 $18,316 $1,976
Deluxe, Outside WAITLIST* $11,058 $15,960
Classic, Outside WAITLIST* $10,260 $14,744
Economy Single, Outside WAITLIST* $10,754
Economy Single, Inside WAITLIST* $10,450

*Waitlist Availability: Although this cabin type is currently sold out, you are welcome to submit a reservation request, and we will be pleased to contact you if your preferred cabin choice should become newly available.

Spotlight Segment 2: 28 Nights

Embark: Cape Town, South Africa, Oct. 26 | Itinerary: Mauritius | Disembark: Cochin, India, Nov. 23

Cabin Type Availability Adult Double Occupancy
(per person)
Adult Single Occupancy Children (5-12) Children
(13 – 17)
Grand Family Suite One Left $10,444 $15,204 $1,456 $2,072
Suite One Left $9,296 $13,496 $1,456
Deluxe, Outside WAITLIST* $8,148 $11,760
Classic, Outside WAITLIST* $7,560 $10,864
Economy Single, Outside WAITLIST* $7,924
Economy Single, Inside WAITLIST* $7,700

*Waitlist Availability: Although this cabin type is currently sold out, you are welcome to submit a reservation request, and we will be pleased to contact you if your preferred cabin choice should become newly available.

Spotlight Segment 3: 21 Nights

Embark: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Dec. 1 | Itinerary: Hong Kong (SAR of China) | Disembark: Bangkok, Thailand, Dec. 22

Cabin Type Availability Adult Double Occupancy
(per person)
Adult Single Occupancy Children (5-12) Children
(13 – 17)
Grand Family Suite One Left $7,833 $11,403 $1,092 $1,554
Suite One Left $6,972 $10,122 $1,092
Deluxe, Outside One Left $6,111 $8,820
Classic, Outside WAITLIST* $5,670 $8,148
Economy Single, Outside One Left $5,943
Economy Single, Inside WAITLIST* $5,775

*Waitlist Availability: Although this cabin type is currently sold out, you are welcome to submit a reservation request, and we will be pleased to contact you if your preferred cabin choice should become newly available.

Spring 2026 Voyage

Spring 2026

Spring 2026

January 05 — April 20

Germany Ghana India Kenya Malaysia Morocco South Africa Spain Thailand Vietnam

SP26 Spotlight Voyages – Coming Soon!

Spring 2026 Lifelong Learner Pricing

Full Voyage

Cabin Type Availability Adult Double Occupancy
(per person)
Adult Single Occupancy Children (5-12) Children
(13 – 17)
Owner’s Family Suite Available $42,350 $61,850 $5,200 $7,400
Grand Family Suite Available $39,350 $56,850 $5,200 $7,400
Suite Available $34,950 $50,350 $5,200
Deluxe, Outside Available $30,650 $43,950
Classic, Outside Available $28,350 $40,650
Classic, Inside Available $23,950 $34,250
Economy Single, Outside Available $29,850
Economy Single, Inside Available $28,650

*Waitlist Availability: Although this cabin type is currently sold out, you are welcome to submit a reservation request, and we will be pleased to contact you if your preferred cabin choice should become newly available.

Additional Lifelong Learner Expenses:

  • Overnight stay prior to embarkation
  • Flights to and from the ship
  • Travel visas
  • Field Programs
  • Textbooks
  • Any appropriate vaccinations
  • Between-meal food and beverages while onboard
  • Laundry
  • Independent travel
  • Port Services Fees (if applicable)
  • Fuel surcharge (if applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about cabins and rates for Lifelong Learners.

How early should I reserve my cabin?

Voyages are typically available for reservation about 18 months prior to the start of the voyage. The average Lifelong Learner selects their itinerary and makes a deposit between 6-12 months out, to allow for all the preparation that goes into a voyage. However, some choose to deposit much further out, while others confirm with just enough time to get the necessary visas.

Are there discounts for alumni?

At this time, we offer a Loyalty Award to alumni (of any kind) who are sailing a full voyage as a Lifelong Learner. Read more.

What types of cabin choices do I have?

Please view the cabin and rates page to explore all cabin options. Voyage pricing is based on cabin type and single or double occupancy. Some cabin types may be sold out, as indicated on the cabins and rates page.

Is there a safe in the room?

Yes, each cabin has a small safe in which you can store cash and other valuables. Each cabin also has a small refrigerator, hair dryer, television, and phone.

Can I sail with my family?

Yes! Many families sail together on Semester at Sea to experience a nontraditional travel opportunity. We have a variety of cabin options, including large suites for families with young children, or cabins across the hall from each other should you need a little separation. Contact us to discuss your particular situation.

What is the cancellation and refund policy?

All cancellations or transfer requests must be mailed, emailed, or faxed by the participant on or before the posted cancellation deadline for the voyage. The Institute for Shipboard Education’s payment and cancellation policy specifies the refund structure for those participants that must cancel their plans to sail.

The Institute for Shipboard Education’s payment and cancellation policy for all voyages is as follows:
Prior to fall and spring departures, refund of all payments, with the exception of the application fee (not applicable to Lifelong Learners), will be made for written cancellations or transfers received no later than the 90-day payment due date before the beginning of the voyage. Cancellations received after the 90-day payment due date before the start of the voyage will automatically result in forfeiture of the deposit made at the time of confirmation of acceptance in the Program. Refund amount is based on cancellation date:

Cancellation up to and including 90 days prior to the voyage – full refund to participant
If cancelled 89-60 days prior to voyage – 75% of program fee is refundable*
If cancelled 59-45 days prior to voyage – 50% of program fee is refundable*
If cancelled 44-31 days prior to voyage – 25% of program fee is refundable*
If cancelled 30 days prior to the voyage and after voyage departure – voyage fee is fully nonrefundable*
After voyage departure, no refund will be made to a Participant who voluntarily withdraws from the program or who must withdraw from the program due to any violation of the Standards of Conduct. No refund of any kind will be made if the Participant must interrupt the semester due to a medical or psychological illness.

A note for Spotlight (partial) Voyages: the refund schedule and deposit information listed above is the same as if you were sailing the full voyage. For example, full payment for the voyage is due 90 days prior to the beginning of the voyage, not 90 days prior to when you board the ship. Please contact LLL@isevoyages.org for more information.

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