Economy Boost Provided by Cruise Industry

In the face of the current economic stress, it is good news to hear that there is one industry reporting positive numbers. The cruise industry is showing a strong presence in today’s economy with an estimated 350,000 jobs added to the employment rolls in 2007, according to a recent CLIA (Cruise Line International Association) report.

CLIA feels the message is clear; the cruise industry continues to make positive strides in US economy and that these strides are confident indicators of the industry’s impact on job generation, business development and investment, and consumer spending. Gleaned from information from a national study including numbers from all of 2007 as well as January to June of 2008, this report shows the powerful impact the cruise industry has had on an ailing economy. With $38 billion dollars generated through increased industry growth, it is no wonder that this news is causing great interest in both national and international arenas.

Positive news is welcome in today’s economy. And everyone can take a bow in helping to attain the good numbers, as many factors contribute to the gains. The cruise industry offering value packages on most destinations; consumer confidence in the cruise product and value; favorable overseas currency exchange; all of these add up to the sustained growth of the cruise industry. The addition of new vessels and redesigned cruise options for many cruise lines bring an increased affordability to today’s consumers who seek good value that does not sacrifice quality.

According to the CLIA report, these positive numbers have impact on all 50 states in the form of increased employment and purchases. In a depressed economic atmosphere, any good news is welcome news, and the cruise industry continues to strive toward stronger numbers for the future through the promotion of value in cruise options.

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