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Old 03-06-2015, 12:27 AM   #3
AusCan
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When cruise ships arrive anywhere the whole nature of the destination changes. All types of locals arrive to make a buck from the tourists; by hook or by crook.

During my travels, I've often seen nice little ports triple in population the day the cruise ship arrives. Artefact salesman, street vendors, "traditional" musicians and also pickpockets, police and perverts. When the cruise ship leaves, its back to a sleepy little port again. There is a huge transient population that follow the cruise circuit.

Anchoring your boat in an quiet bay somewhere doesn't normally attract these professionals.
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