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What happens to OLD cruise ships?

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Creator's Key Takeaways

older and smaller ships tend to attract older Cruisers as these don't have the onboard Thrills and amenities that attract families and younger Cruisers

most ships will be retired fully after 30 to 40 Years of sailing the sea

the covid-19 pandemic accelerated the selling and retirement of ships due to the halting of cruises for more than a year

most shipyards for dismantling cruise ships can be found in Turkey India and Pakistan

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Consider older ships for remote destinations
โœ“Be aware that older ships may require more maintenance

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat happens to old cruise ships after retirement?
QHow do cruise lines decide to retire ships?

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We hear all about the new and biggest cruise ships available today, but what happens to older cruise ships? From shipwrecks to retirement, let's take a look at what happens to old cruise ships. Learn more: https://cruise.blog/