Synopsis
In 2019, Ketchikan welcomed 1.2 million cruise ship visitors, but in 2020, that number dropped to zero due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Synopsis
Ketchikan, a small town in southeast Alaska, thrived as a cruise destination until the COVID-19 pandemic halted tourism in 2020. Once bustling with 1.2 million visitors in 2019, the streets now stand empty, filled with closed restaurants and vacant shops. Local business owners and residents grapple with the economic fallout, seeking new ways to sustain their community. As they adapt to this sudden silence, Ketchikan faces an uncertain future, waiting for the return of cruise ships and their passengers.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See Ketchikan's transformation from bustling to empty.
- Meet local business owners facing economic uncertainty.
- Find out how the pandemic affected Alaska's tourism industry.
Did You Know
- In 2019, Ketchikan had 1.2 million cruise ship visitors.
- In 2020, Ketchikan had zero cruise ship visitors due to COVID-19.
- Ketchikan's economy relied heavily on tourism before the pandemic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many cruise ship visitors arrived in Ketchikan in 2019?
In 2019, 1.2 million people stepped off a cruise ship into Ketchikan.
What happened to cruise ship tourism in Ketchikan in 2020?
In 2020, zero cruise ship visitors arrived in Ketchikan due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
What industries did Ketchikan rely on before the pandemic?
Ketchikan relied on fishing, mining, and logging before becoming a sought after cruise destination.
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