Why Cruise Ships Sail Under Foreign Flags

Cruise ships sailing from the United States under foreign flags are almost universal. In fact, only one major cruise ship -- NCL's Pride of America -- is registered in the U.S. But have you ever wondered why cruise ships are flagged in foreign countries? We dive into the reasons that cruise lines find it more attractive to be foreign based, despite having huge American operations. Turn out that foreign-flagged ships can sail for much cheaper than being an American ship. Crew labor costs are significantly lower according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. As well, operating costs like insurance and maintenance are also less expensive. #cruise