Cruise Inc.: Big Money on the High Seas

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CNBC takes you aboard a city at sea where passengers are enticed to spend big money…but can this fast growing segment of the travel industry navigate the rough seas of a slumping economy and stay afloat?

Correspondent Peter Greenberg takes you cruising for profits.

It's the ultimate getaway...an exclusive look inside the $30-billion cruise industry. Correspondent Peter Greenberg spends seven days aboard the Norwegian Pearl, one of the newest in Norwegian Cruise Line's fleet. The 15-story floating city is a destination of its own. It's a hotel, a shopping mall, a casino and full-service spa — sailing the oceans of the world. And be prepared to spend on everything from oil paintings to Botox!

Big ships cost big money, and one misstep, whether it's bad weather, a late departure or even running short on beer, can mean the difference between profits and loss.

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  • Tour the 15-story Norwegian Pearl from top to bottom, without having to walk down the stairs.  Visit the "" website.

    Tour the 14-story Norwegian Pearl from top to bottom, without having to walk down the stairs.

  • Big ships cost big money, and cruise lines need you to spend and spend A LOT to try and turn a profit...  Cruise Inc. follows the money trail, onboard and off.Visit the "" website.

    From casinos to bars to a variety of other onboard offerings, Cruising Inc. follows the money trail to see how these money boats turn a profit.

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  • Peter Greenberg is one of America's most recognized, honored and respected travel experts.