Cruise season is about to heat up in Seattle
Seattle’s cruise season kicks off next month, and with nearly 2 million passengers expected to pass through the city’s two terminals, it’s about to get very busy down by the waterfront.
Why it matters: Since Seattle started hosting cruises in 1999, the industry has grown into one of the region’s biggest tourism drivers, pumping an estimated $900 million into the economy and shaping the city’s warm-weather vibe.
The big picture: The global cruise industry saw record growth in 2023, generating $168.6 billion in economic impact, supporting 1.6 million jobs, and carrying 31.7 million passengers, according to a 2024 study by the Cruise Lines International Association.
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