Cruise operators are turning to the Caribbean, investing heavily in new destinations such as CocoCay, their private island resort in the Bahamas.
TNS
European cruises are now out of favor, a relief for many locals who have been grappling with the issues of overcrowding and protests across Croatia, Italy, and Greece. As Bloomberg reports, cruise operators are shifting to the Caribbean, with port calls now evenly distributed between Europe and the Caribbean, a stark contrast to the situation three years ago when there were 7,000 more dockings in a European port than in a Caribbean one.
European Cruises Replaced By Caribbean Cruises
In response to the backlash, operators are doubling down on Caribbean destinations, mainly due to the threat of reduced European cruise availability or increased taxes.
Cruise Operators Investing In Private Islands
The large operators are investing in developing private islands in places like Mexico, the Bahamas, and the Dominican Republic to keep Cru
What are the potential economic impacts of the shift in cruise tourism from Europe to the Caribbean?
**Interviewer:** So, it seems the Caribbean is the new hot spot for cruisers, with companies steering away from Europe. What does this mean for the future of tourism in both regions, and do you think this shift is ultimately a good thing?
