The impact of the cruise industry on the environment (PDF)

Essay from the year 2020 in the subject Economy - Environment economics, grade: 1,0, University of applied sciences, Düsseldorf (eufom Business School University of Applied Sciences Study Centre Düsseldorf), language: English, abstract: Have you ever dreamed of going on a cruise?
This essay deals with the controversial topic of cruises, their benefits and promises but also their disadvantages and especially their impact on the environment. The question regarding this essay is: Can there be a possible compromise on this topic?
First, some facts and figures about cruises are presented. Then the advantages that cruises bring to the holidaymaker and the economy are considered. The next step is to elaborate on what the cruise does not tell holidaymakers and how it is particularly harmful to the environment. A potential compromise is presented below, followed by a summary.


Many people think of going on a cruise like a mobile resort or floating hotel. They like the idea of warm summer air and turquoise water all around them, not to mention being able to visit several places on holiday. When people talk about cruises, they often only think of the positive aspects of such a holiday. But are they also aware of the dark side of this perfect holiday idea?
The cruise industry is booming. It is one of the world's fastest growing branches of the tourism industry.