[ethanbond]

Or because they’re the only vector by which tourists interact with Amsterdam in a <24hr span?

Thousand and thousands of people arriving, confused and not necessarily having been excited about Amsterdam in particular, and then leaving within 8 hours?

Seems believable that cruise tourists are unlike any other type.

[LouisSayers]

I live in a town that has cruise ships come in (in New Zealand) and it seems they often have activities planned as they hop on tour buses, minivans etc and go off to do things for the day.

I imagine the same would apply to ppl arriving in Amsterdam - being aware of activities to do in the city.

They are unlike other tourists, but I wouldn't jump to assuming that's a bad thing.