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A record-setting 34.6 million ocean-going cruise passengers sailed globally in 2024, reflecting a 9% increase over 2023’s 31.7 million cruise travelers. Set against the backdrop of approximately 1.4 billion total international arrivals worldwide, the cruise industry accounts for less than 3% of global tourism, a focused yet powerful slice of the market.