The Odyssey promised a yearslong sojourn, but then its owner ran out of money when fuel prices soared. Now, dozens of passengers who sold their homes to live aboard are stranded in Cambodia. The ship's operator, Odyssey Cruises, filed for bankruptcy after fuel costs surged and inflation bit into the budget.
Passengers, many of whom had planned to live on the ship for years, now face an uncertain future. Some have been forced to seek temporary housing in Cambodia while they wait for repatriation. The incident highlights the risks of long-term cruise living and the financial instability of smaller cruise operators.
Source: Wall Street Journal US Business · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing