What impacts do cruise ships have on Maine's economy, environment and local communities? | Maine Public Radio
Cruise ship season in Maine kicks off this month, bringing an influx of visitors to Maine. Last year, about 140,000 passengers visited Portland, and almost 300,000 visited Bar Harbor. We’ll discuss the positive and negative impacts of cruise ships in Maine, from boosts in tourism and the economy, to environmental harm, to disruption of local communities.