The New Zealand cruise season got off to a slow start, but from Boxing Day until January 5th over 50 cruise ships will dock in across the country bringing a boost to local economies. 

Although, NZ Cruise Association CEO Jacqui Lloyd told Andrew Dickens that eco-regulations and increased costs have slowed the industry. 

"While it's great to have the ships in port, it is disappointing in the numbers that are coming in," Lloyd said.

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The New Zealand cruise season got off to a slow start, but from Boxing Day until January 5th over 50 cruise ships will dock in across the country bringing a boost to local economies.&nbsp;
Although, NZ Cruise Association CEO Jacqui Lloyd told Andrew Dickens that eco-regulations and increased costs have slowed the industry.&nbsp;
"While it's great to have the ships in port, it is disappointing in the numbers that are coming in," Lloyd said.
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Jacqui Lloyd: NZ Cruise Association CEO says eco-regulations slowing cruise tourism despite coming influx

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