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Total estimated spend in my first blog post for the global Ocean Cruise Entertainment industry in 2025 has now been revised up ~15% to ~$2B

Ever wondered how much cruise lines spend to keep guests entertained at sea? In 2025, the global cruise industry will host over 37 million passengers and generate about $72.5 billion in total revenue. But what slice of that ocean-sized pie goes into entertainment — the Broadway-style shows, live musicians, comedians, and immersive experiences that define modern cruising? Here’s a surprising answer: the cruise entertainment industry is now worth roughly $1.8 billion per year