Cruise ship pollution

company and fleets. Carnival and its competitors all have about the same capabilities as there is not much differentiation within the cruise industry because of the similarities consumers may switch brands easily from one cruise line to another, due to price or port destination. Potential entry of new competitors minimal and not a major factor for the Carnival cruise line. Carnival have a very strong brand name and consumers are typically going to book with a company they are familiar with…

The Bahamas is a nation that is highly dependent on tourism. Hence, the government of the Bahamas has undertaken extensive marketing to attract visitors, to its warm climate, the beauty of the beaches, followed by the diversity of hotel facilities. According to Dean W. Collinwood, "Since the end of world War II, tourism has become the unchallenged engine of the Bahamian economy." (Dean) Ramesh Ramsaran has gone so far as to assert that the industry has "affected every faucet of economic life in…

in history when America acquired the highest number of immigrants. Millions of settlers from southern and eastern European countries migrated to the United States. Most newcomers entered the country legally by sailing across the Atlantic Ocean on ships or boats. Several migrants arrived to America illegally due to costly expenses or impatience for the immigration process to be completed. They lacked jobs in their countries, so they traveled to the land of opportunity to work and hopefully…

Cruise Tip #1 - Book your next cruise while still aboard the ship. Carnival cruises will many times offer great incentives and discounts when you take advantage of this offer. Many ships will have an agent on board to serve you with significant savings and credits to passengers who take advantage of this great option. You always have the option to alter or cancel the reservation if your plans happen to change. Carnival cruises will allow you to alter the reservation with no penalty if it is done…

The demand of cruise vacations is at its peak with over 14 million vacationers opting for cruises each year. Experts also say that number will continue to rise if the amenities and experiences offered by cruise lines remain the same or become better. A cruise offers you a totally new experience, with a setting to relax, stops at multiple destinations, an option to try a variety of activities and enjoy world-class entertainment and fun adventures. In short, a cruise tour has everything that you…

Any Lagoon 400 Catamaran Review will inevitably focus on the comfort and luxuriousness of the sailing vessel. This focus is entirely warranted as the 400 was specifically designed for sailors looking for a home out on the water. It's not much of a vacation if the boat is too cramped or passengers are falling over each other, but at the same time, the 400 invites social activity and conversation, almost creating the illusion that the entire vessel is a floating family rec room. Accommodations:…

Underrated Yachting Destinations Across the Globe You Must Visit When talking about luxury cruises, Ibiza, Sicily, Mallorca, the Whitsunday Islands, Monte Carlo, and Santorini are some of the famous destinations that will surely be mentioned. Undoubtedly, these places have earned their reputation as famous sailing spots. But there are boating enthusiast who prefer to discover the more unknown cruise spots across the globe. Perhaps you like the privacy, the untouched beauty, or the mystery that…

According to Cater (2007, p. 6), the increase of interest in the global marine environment had meant that the growth rate of marine tourism exceeded that of most of the rest of the tourism industry. As stated by Orams (as cited in Cater, 2007, p. 7), "Coastal and marine tourism includes those recreational activities which involve travel away from one's place of residence which have as their host or focus the marine environment and/or the coastal zone." This is the case for Indonesia, Thailand,…

Nha Trang Things To Do Diving in Vietnam The popularity of Vietnam as a tourist destination is growing rapidly and with it comes a dive infrastructure that is opening the doors to a multitude of dive sites along its long eastern coastline. Considering the length of Vietnam's coastline it does come as somewhat of a surprise that most of the diving is based in Nha Trang. Da Nang may develop as a diving destination but currently there is only one operator. Diving in general can be very good with…

You are getting ready for your much anticipated cruise vacation. The best way to maximize your cruise travel is to have some of these cruise tips about the little things you should know. Many cruisers have questions about phoning home, seasickness, laundry facilities, and photography while on their cruise vacation. These are not big items that should concern you during your cruise travel but helpful hints nonetheless. Phoning home always gives one peace of mind when they are on vacation. It is…