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In 2026 shore excursions are no longer just buses and landmarks — micro‑events, pop‑ups and resilient booking systems are turning ports into live marketplaces. Learn the advanced strategies ports, operators, and cruise planners use to convert short windows ashore into high‑margin, low‑friction guest experiences.
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