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SHIP BUILD?? CRUISE CHATTER EP 219......

Eddie Lugo Studios
Eddie Lugo Studios
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Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

It cost over 500 million to get a cruise ship up and operating with the most caliber ship having a price tag of up to two billion.

Many Carnival and Princess ships cost about three quarters of a billion dollars.

Roy Carrian's newest ships, Icon of the Seas and Stars of the Seas cost about 2 billion.

Can cost anywhere from 80 to 150 million to refurbish a large cruise ship which represents just 20 to 30% of the new construction cost.

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Consider refurbishing an older ship to update amenities and safety features at a lower cost than building new.
โœ“When evaluating cruise ship costs, factor in size, technology, and regulatory compliance.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow much does it cost to build a modern cruise ship?
QWhat factors affect the cost of building a cruise ship?

Topics Covered

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How to read the Trip Bacon Score
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Meh โ€” no strong opinion either way

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what's the deal and cost of a new build and maintaining a new ship build..... CRUISE CHATTER is a series of cruise news that are brought to you in an informative, educational and also in an entertainment approached for you to make a final decision on your vacation plans. Cruise Hive is the owner of the picture and story, for more information regarding this story and others news like it check out www.cruisehive.com for the latest details. Also check out the cruise line website for changes to the itineraries or voyages so you can be up to date on everything. Edit with the InShOt app for @EddieLugoStudios leave a comment, like, share and subscribe at anytime to https://www.youtube.com/@EddieLugoStudios . More news available on the "Morning Quickie" 715 am EST Monday thru Friday, also "GO LIVE TOGETHER' at 9am EST Monday thru Friday with @jeremysherylcruiseadventures and @cruisingisfunanytime . Friday nights FUN to be had with THE USUAL SUSPECTS, 9:30 pm EST AFTER DARK Shenanigans!!! @EddieLugoStudios #eddielugostudios @EddieLugoStudios InShOt app . is my preferred editing software. Edit with the InShOt app for @EddieLugoStudios Thumbnail created on www.canva.com. by @EddieLugoStudios For Entertainment Purposes only !!!! Emrys Thakkar is reporting for Cruise Hive.com All Rights Reserved 2025 Picture belongs to Cruise Hive.com Cruise Ship Construction (Photo Credit: Emrys Thakkar / Cruise Hive)