There are 5 article(s) tagged Misisssippi River cruises:
Memphis has bet on the Mississippi River cruise industry and its tourism dollars, but as the river hits record lows, cruise operators and the city prepare for an uncertain future.
As demand for overnight river cruises on the Mississippi increases, the industry also faces increasing climate threats. Recent years have seen wild swings between heavy rainfall and severe drought, making the river tougher to navigate.
With the return of river travel, three companies are currently offering overnight cruises on the Mississippi while nearby cities look to cash in.
In other City Council actions Tuesday, Juneteenth was added as a paid holiday for city employees and the Soulsville TIF District was up for a vote.
Mississippi River cruise season opens Sunday, March 15, one week after the first coronavirus case was confirmed in Memphis. Cruise operators are taking steps to deal with the crisis.
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