Bowman's Travel Brief: A Message for Anti-Cruisers

Image: A line of docked cruise ships. (photo by Codie Liermann)
Image: A line of docked cruise ships. (photo by Codie Liermann)

Dear anti-cruisers,

Why are you so negative?

The cruise industry isn't going away so that negative energy you keep having is only hurting yourself. It's not healthy to be so negative.

As lawmakers call for the CDC to reinstate the 'No Sail Order,' you use it as a chance to try and shut down businesses.

For months now we have seen airlines, airports and hotels receive half the criticism and heat that the cruise industry faces on the daily during the coronavirus pandemic.

Yet you don't even want to give these cruise lines a chance to showcase their health and safety protocols.

We've seen the successful return of ships over in Europe. It's time to let the cruise ships try out of U.S. ports.

The aviation industry and the hotel industry aren't offering 100% testing like cruising will. One could argue that the cruise industry is taking this virus more seriously than others.

Anti-cruisers can try to knock the cruise lines down, but they're here to stay.

Evidence of this is seen by loyal customers who continue to book future cruises.

In fact, some cruise lines are seeing record bookings for 2021 and beyond.

So, you can hate them all you want, but again, it's wasted energy on your part. I'd recommend you find a different hobby.

Spread love, not hate.

Sincerely,

A lover of travel.

Where do you stand when it comes to cruising? Let me know on Twitter and Instagram: @EricBowman_

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Eric Bowman is the Editor-in-Chief of TravelPulse. A graduate of The University of Georgia, Eric has been working in online media, radio and TV for over a decade. He currently lives in Georgia with his wife, daughter, and son. 

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