A cruise ship sold as a forever home left 203 residents in Cambodia as Iran war fuel costs hit up to $8,000 a cabin

On November 4, 2026, the Villa Vie Odyssey sailed from Sihanoukville, Cambodia, without its 203 residents after its lender took possession of the ship. Villa Vie Residences said fuel costs had risen to $6,000–$8,000 per cabin each month following the Iran war.