Residents sent ashore in Cambodia
Odyssey residents were sent ashore in Sihanoukville following the suspension of the ship’s operations. Cruise Industry News reported that Captain Emanuele Giudice called the vessel’s fuel situation critical. Spiegel Reise said more than 200 passengers had to disembark from the world cruise, which had been expected to continue until 2027.
Operator says it will seek bankruptcy protection
Cruise Industry News reported that Villa Vie Residences chief executive Mikael Petterson told CBS the company planned to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, pointing to a sharp increase in fuel costs. NYT Travel separately reported that the cruise lacked sufficient financing to manage higher fuel expenses.