In this episode of the Tourism Chat Show, host Michelle Caldwell welcomes Jacqui Lloyd, Chief Executive of the New Zealand Cruise Association, for an insightful discussion. Jacqui provides an update on the economic impact of cruise tourism in New Zealand, highlighting the findings of a recent study conducted by the AEC group. The conversation covers various topics, including significant economic contributions, regional benefits, rising costs, regulatory complexities, and trends in the global cruise sector. Jacqui also addresses the challenges faced by the industry and outlines her priorities for 2025, focusing on data collection, government relations, and collaborative efforts to enhance cruise tourism in New Zealand.   00:00 Welcome to the Tourism Chat Show 01:18 Upcoming Episodes and Listener Appreciation 02:43 Introduction to Jacqui Lloyd and Cruise Industry Update 03:30 Economic Impact Assessment Findings 07:01 Challenges and Future of Cruise Tourism in New Zealand 18:29 Comparing New Zealand and Australian Cruise Industries 20:06 Collaboration and Advocacy in the Tourism Sector 23:07 Public Perception and Social License of Cruise Tourism 25:00 Optimising Passenger Logistics 25:22 Economic Impact of Cruise Tourism 25:59 Funny Anecdote from Picton 28:25 Trends in the Cruise Sector 30:19 Accessible Travel and Immersive Experiences 33:17 Innovations in Cruise Ship Technology 34:05 Sustainability and Future Fuels 36:46 National Strategy and Government Relations 39:57 Concluding Thoughts and Future Outlook ___________________ Powered by https://www.destinatenz.com  If you, or someone you work with has a great tourism story to share, and would like to come onto the show, please get in touch! This is an independent podcast by tourism strategist Michelle Caldwell. We are absolutely dedicated to bringing you the best tourism business stories and sharing marketing tips and strategies to your ears each week! The best way you can support The Tourism Chat Show is by subscribing, leaving a (rave!) review, (five star!) rating and spreading the word on social media with your friends, family, and colleagues- we love you for that! 🥰 Today's Guest: Jacqui Lloyd - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-lloyd-36490018/  New Zealand Cruise Association - https://newzealandcruiseassociation.com/the-value-of-cruise-tourism/  Resources and Links to connect with us: Love the show? You can support us by buying a coffee ☕️ here — https://www.buymeacoffee.com/DestinateNZ Say hi to us on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetourismchatshow Michelle Caldwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellekcaldwell/ Website: www.destinatenz.com If you'd like to advertise or feature on the show, please check out our media kit - https://www.destinatenz.com/podcast