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A luxury cruise has turned into a floating financial crisis. The Villa Vie Odyssey carried more than 200 passengers who had paid to travel the world—or live at sea permanently. But when the ship reached Cambodia, residents were reportedly told to leave within seven or eight hours. The operator blamed soaring fuel prices. Monthly fuel expenses per cabin reportedly jumped from $1,800 to between $6,000 and $8,000. The company tried slowing the itinerary and spending longer in port. It still could not make the numbers work. The ship’s planned India visit is now in doubt. This is the story of a cruise that promised permanent luxury, but delivered sudden uncertainty.