Cashing In On Cruises.
Mon, February 01, 2010
CHARLESTON, S.C. — A new study shows South Carolina's expanding cruise industry will mean $37 million to the state's economy this year.
College of Charleston researchers John Crotts and Frank Hefner announced Monday the industry also supports 400 jobs in the Charleston area. The study concludes the cruise industry also means $3.5 million in tax revenue.
This year 53 cruises will embark from Charleston while 16 other cruises will make ports of call in the city.
Beginning this spring, Carnival Cruise Lines will permanently base its 2,056-passenger Carnival Fantasy in Charleston.
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