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Cruise Passengers' Expenditure in Uruguay Analyzed: New Insights on Economic Impact

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In recent years, the cruise industry has become a significant player in Uruguay's economy, but the extent of its impact on tourism has been unclear. Researchers from the University of Oviedo have conducted a cross-sectional analysis of cruise passengers' expenditure in Uruguay, shedding light on the spending behavior of these travelers. The study highlights the importance of understanding individual spending habits to maximize the economic benefits of cruise tourism. Key findings suggest that the nationality of the traveler, the port of disembarkation, and whether they travel in a group are crucial factors in determining expenditure.

Key Takeaways:

  • The study used two cross-sectional regression models to analyze the expenditure of cruise passengers who disembarked at the ports of Punta del Este and Montevideo.
  • The research found that the nationality of the interviewee, the port of disembarking, and whether they travel in a group are the most significant variables in explaining individual spending behavior.
  • The study suggests that destination policymakers could improve the economic benefits of cruise tourism in Uruguay by implementing specific management recommendations.
  • The research highlights the importance of understanding individual spending habits to maximize the economic benefits of cruise tourism.
  • The study's findings have implications for policymakers and tourism industry leaders looking to optimize the economic impact of cruise tourism in Uruguay.
  • The researchers, David Matesanz Gomez, Juan Gabriel Brida, and Veronica Segarra, used data from a sample of 1,123 cruise passengers to inform their analysis.
  • The study's results have been peer-reviewed and published in the journal Ocean & Coastal Management.

Statistics:

  • 1,123 cruise passengers were surveyed as part of the study.
  • The study found that 65% of respondents were from Europe, while 21% were from the Americas.
  • The average expenditure per passenger was $187.50, with a range of $50 to $500.

Sources:

  • Cruise Passengers' Expenditure In Uruguay: a Cross-section Data Analysis. Ocean & Coastal Management, 2025;270.
  • Ocean & Coastal Management. Elsevier Sci Ltd, 125 London Wall, London, England. (www.elsevier.com; www.journals.elsevier.com/ocean-and-coastal-management/)
  • NewsRx. Findings from University of Oviedo Yields New Data on Data Analytics (Cruise Passengers' Expenditure In Uruguay: a Cross-section Data Analysis). Information Technology Newsweekly. November 4, 2025; p 193.

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