Cruise ship passengers pump millions of dollars into Napier's local economy each year but not always in the sectors directly related to tourism - as one Napier wedding planner can attest.
As more than 4000 passengers disembarked from the Ovation of the Seas at Napier Port headed for bars, restaurants and shops on Wednesday - Brisbane-based couple Brett O'Connor and Janine Heikkinen headed for the nearest wedding venue.
"I loved the fact that they wanted to elope in Napier, we have so much to offer and all in such close proximity", The Pretty Little Details Co Wedding planner Janine Esau said.
"Janine contacted me in September looking at options for eloping in Napier. So there was really only about two and a half months of planning involved.
"Janine and Brett's budget allowed for the best quality vendors and I selected celebrant Nichola Nicholson and photographer Meredith Lord because I have worked with them both many times before and I knew the results would be amazing for my clients. Since the couple were unfamiliar with Napier, I wanted to use professional vendors who would make them feel at ease, knowing everything was under control so that they could relax and enjoy their special day.