Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Cruise Ship Dilemma

Cruise Ship, Charleston Harbor, Charleston, SC  © Doug Hickok


A large cruise ship is docked along a pier in Charleston Harbor. The recent frequency of cruise ship visits has elevated tourism in Charleston, but a debate now rages over the pros and cons of their presence. 


On the one hand, a fortune of tourist dollars is generated by the ships, but on the other hand the environmental impact of large boats in the harbor degrades flora and fauna, and the traffic generated around the waterfront disturbs local residents. 


The Charleston Board of Architectural Review is working hard to find a solution to the problem, the ever elusive balance between quality of life and profit.


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23 comments:

  1. T. BecqueAugust 24, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    This is a fantastic composition. I bet this dilemma is discussed in many places over the world. Never thought about in Charleston though so interesting point.

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  2. ChristopherAugust 24, 2011 at 1:07 AM

    Lovely framing here Doug. Several ports in the Canadian Maritime Provinces are struggling with this same problem. Good and bad for sure.

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  3. KalaAugust 24, 2011 at 2:01 AM

    Fantastic framing. I have been on 20 cruises in my life, but didn't know ships now dock in Charleston.

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  4. GinnieAugust 24, 2011 at 2:09 AM

    Oh, wow. I sure would love to hear how they resolve that one, Doug! I'm afraid I'm one of the culprits, having had my share of several cruise voyages in my past life. I must say, however, that I'm becoming a bigger fan now of the smaller river-cruise boats.

    Your image is delightful...while they figure out the pros and cons!

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  5. cieldequimperAugust 24, 2011 at 2:17 AM

    Interesting question. I don't think I'd enjoy a cruise much though. I would, however, very much love to sit on this bench. Gorgeous composition.

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  6. Joop ZandAugust 24, 2011 at 3:08 AM

    It's a great shot Doug.... nice framing.

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  7. John "By Stargoose And Hanglands"August 24, 2011 at 4:52 AM

    The giant beast of economics coming in to berth alongside the porch-swing of traditional values - a dilemma indeed. Great image.

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  8. OlaAugust 24, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    I am more and more fascinated by this city, you show the best of it! The dillema is unsolvable I am afraid

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  9. brattcatAugust 24, 2011 at 6:14 AM

    you really do capture both sides of this issue perfectly in this shot.

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  10. Marie LCAugust 24, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Your composition is extraordinary, the perfect chosen angle and the divine light. I also like very much colors then it is for me a very good photo

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  11. MarcieAugust 24, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    Wonderful framing. Well seen!!!

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  12. BirdmanAugust 24, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    The cruise season up here is Sept-Oct. The docking is about to begin.

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  13. OKAugust 24, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    very nice framing and good light!

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  14. Luis GomezAugust 24, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    AWESOME picture Doug! Just great.

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  15. AnonymousAugust 24, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    Gorgeous ship and I want to sit the chair while I drink.

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  16. Traveling HawkAugust 24, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Awesome photo from an interesting angle! I'm sure that a good balance between the two issues is difficult to find. Unfortunately (sometime), this is the world we live on.

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  17. Martina EgliAugust 24, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    What an amazing image - it really shows the scale of the cruise ship. I like the lighting incredibly and the colour combination of the yellow and blue hues are absolutely stunning!

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  18. A.BarlowAugust 24, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    Nice shot man.

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  19. Marius BarbuAugust 25, 2011 at 2:10 AM

    I'm for the cruise ship and I like the picture.

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  20. georgeAugust 26, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    I like the subtle reference to the life of ease for the locals, disturbed by the life of ease enjoyed by the visiting seafarers. Well captured my friend.

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  21. yzAugust 28, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    amazing framing!

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  22. rianAugust 29, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    you framed this really well.. nicely shot.. :)

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  23. franzAugust 30, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    i bet the people whose bench this is enjoy the view! as to tourism, it's truly a two-sided thing, as the people who live in our mountain valley know only too well! it does bring in huge amounts of money, without which life would be a lot different, but it also has huge effects on the environment - most of them to its detriment, i am afraid! a modern dilemma, it seems!

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