This report discusses the use of outsourcing in the cruise line industry, highlighting the advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing non-core activities such as staffing, training and development, daily management, IT facilities, and security. While outsourcing can lead to cost-cutting and increased efficiency, it can also result in loss of control, quality issues, and labor-related issues. The report concludes that outsourcing can be beneficial for non-core activities, but core activities that are directly related to customers should not be contracted out.