The cruise ship tourism industry does not only send out ships, but also extend opportunities for the destination’s economy, trade, and society. The social profits of cruise ship tourism are less likely to be noticed and measured, but are not to be overlooked. Culture preservation is one of the vital benefits of cruise ship tourism, as it invites inbound tourism while only spending for a limited capital. Also, we get to go to places that are less travelled.”Cruise ship tourism in PHIn the Philippines, cruise ship tourism has just started to bud and be constituted by the Department of Tourism. There has been the achievement of short term cruise tourism urgencies, including the establishment of the National Cruise Tourism Development Committee, with the aim of prioritizing infrastructure improvement and policy modifications.

Source: Manila Times October 27, 2017 17:15 UTC