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Seattle wants a common sense, greener alternative to the planned cruise ship terminal. We need enforceable policies that encourage business development alongside historical preservation and environmental protection.
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economy

08 Dec

Posted at 23:45h in economy, overtourism
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Veteran journalist and publisher David Brewster (Seattle Weekly, Crosscut.com) cautioned Seattle about the dangers of adding a new mega cruise ship terminal in Pioneer Square: "When cities invest in the visitor market (hotels, convention centers, festivals) they are ordinarily playing a final, desperate card in economic...

27 Oct

Posted at 02:05h in economy, home port, overtourism, venice
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Mass tourism is choking Venice. Watch the CNN video on the effects of overtourism on the historic port city. Venice has recently banned cruise ships in its historic city center, and is considering a tourist tax to offset the many problems the residents face. Some favorite...