Tourism Tidbits: Securing Our Ports for Safe Cruising, Part 1 of 2

Dr. Peter Tarlow | November 7, 2016

by Dr. Peter Tarlow In much of the world the month of November is a time when the cruise industry begins to enter into its high season, especially for those ships that frequent warm water tropical ports. Although the cruise industry has had its ups and downs, so far the industry's ports-of-call have avoided any major terrorism crisis. The same, however, cannot be stated with regard to issues of crime. Today's travelers and tourists seek out places/experiences where there is a sense of security and safety. Cruise liners bring thousands of people to a port of call, but if there is a perception that the port is dangerous, then passenge...