When on a cruise ship what are port taxes?

When a cruise ship enters a port of call, there are expenses based on a per-passenger count that must be paid. These fees usually go to support the facility, security, the longshoremen that tie up and release the vessel and related charges. Industry standard in the cruise industry has always included these nominal charges in the passenger's fare. Rarely do they add up to more than 5% of your entire fare. Happy sailing!