But in late November, after months of behind-the-scenes chaos, the Youssefs were stuck in Istanbul, with the cruise company canceling the trip.
It did not have a ship that could handle the journey.
The Turkish company, Miray Cruises, had announced the cruise, called Life at Sea, in March.
It claimed it would be the longest cruise ever — 382 port calls over 1,095 days — and a community at sea, with opportunities to explore the globe.
Starlink internet and a business center would allow passengers to work remotely.
The cruise seemed ideal for a post-pandemic era, targeting people longing for an escape.
With fares starting at $90,000 for an inside cabin and going up to $975,000 for a suite, the trip even seemed like a bargain to some prospective passengers, cheaper than living three years in many cities. »
