Some retirees are trading assisted living facilities for full-time life on cruise ships, but the lifestyle comes with both ...

The cost of either option could surprise you, so here's what you need to know about how much it costs to retire on a cruise ship compared to a retirement home.

Looking forward to retirement so you can travel the world? Or do you prefer to downsize into a more convenient community? Some retirees are even thinking about doing both by retiring on a cruise ship.