A 'never-ending' cruise has halted operations and told residents to disembark in Cambodia after fuel costs rose over 300%

Villa Vie Residences has halted operations of its residential cruise ship Villa Vie Odyssey in Cambodia due to a more than 300% rise in fuel costs, forcing residents to disembark. The ship, which began sailing from Belfast in September 2024, offered a continuous life at sea but now faces operational suspension.