Skift Take

Norwegian Cruise Line executives say they have a number of advantages over hotels to keep guests spending.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings executives say they aren’t seeing a reduction in guest spending. 

“We are seeing absolutely no decrease in onboard spend,” said Mark Kempa, chief financial officer for Norwegian Cruise Line, on an earnings call Wednesday. “Overall, the short answer is no cracks, no deterioration.”

Analysts asked about a slowdown after Marriott executives reported in a slight softening in hotel guest spending in the second quarter.  

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