Social media influencer Aakriti Rana shared a captivating video offering a rare look inside the living conditions on a container ship. The clip, posted on Instagram, showcases a lifestyle far more comfortable than many might imagine, painting a stark contrast to typical assumptions about life at sea.
Rana expressed her surprise in the caption, stating, “I can go to the gym, play PS5, have coffee with the most beautiful view and have a pretty big room to myself.” She further highlighted the unexpected amenities, asking, “Did you know that they have a pool too? They fill it with fresh seawater whenever you need to use it. You would find it easier to float also because of all the salt.”
The tour began with her husband, a merchant navy officer, giving her a glimpse of his spacious cabin, equipped with a bed, work desk, and television, which surprised Rana, who expected much smaller living quarters.
The video tour continued, revealing a dedicated PlayStation area, a snack bar, a communal dining mess, a fully-equipped gym, and the aforementioned swimming pool, all integrated within the ship’s structure. The couple also visited the ship’s bridge for stunning panoramic sea views before donning boiler suits to explore the massive engine room. Her husband humorously noted the ship’s immense scale, comparing its vertical height to that of the Eiffel Tower.
The journey concluded with a walk along the vessel’s bow and aft, emphasizing the sheer size of the container carrier.
Social Media Reactions Spark Curiosity
The engaging video quickly garnered significant attention, with hundreds of comments and likes from viewers who were surprised by the luxurious and well-appointed lifestyle depicted.
One user commented, “Omg i dint think of it like this. Chocolates ? Dining table ?? Gym ? Ps5 ? Kidding me!! I saw a video where the man could not sleep bcz his mattress kept moving back and forth because of heavy waves and they dont beds bcz then beds would also move and give wounds. I mean this feels like heaven on earth u know,” expressing a common sentiment of astonishment.
Another user found the tour “so fascinating” and commented, “loveee this for you.”
A third user shared their father’s reaction: “I showed this to my sailor dad who used to sail in 80s and he’s like so many changes in the way people sail now.”
The general consensus was one of awe, with a user remarking, “It’s hugeeeee omg and it’s like hotels with everything but on the sea.”