From Luxury Liners to Scrap Metal: The Stunning Decline of Cruise Ships in 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic led to a significant shake-up in the cruise industry, with a record number of ships being scrapped or sold in 2020. Nine cruise ships were scrapped, including notable vessels like Carnival Fantasy and Costa Victoria. Major cruise lines such as Carnival, Royal Caribbean, and Holland America sold off ships to cut costs and adapt to new travel restrictions. This historic step testifies to the industry's difficulties in bouncing back from the effect of the pandemic. Several vessels discovered new roles with other organizations, while some were shipped off to scrapyards.

Source: Cruise Radio