The economic value of cruise-ships is on full-display as the season draws to a close.

They've brought in 350,000 visitors, with an estimated value of $540 million.

Newmarket Business Association Chief Executive Mark Knoff-Thomas told Francesca Rudkin they've seen a 30% rise in international visitor spending this season.

But the bounce-back may be short-lived, a 20% decline in port visits is projected for next season as rising costs bite the market.

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The economic value of cruise-ships is on full-display as the season draws to a close. 
They've brought in 350,000 visitors, with an estimated value of $540 million. 
Newmarket Business Association Chief Executive Mark Knoff-Thomas told Francesca Rudkin they've seen a 30% rise in international visitor spending this season. 
But the bounce-back may be short-lived, a 20% decline in port visits is projected for next season as rising costs bite the market. 
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