Let's consider this from a pure econ perspective: 1. In terms of supply, there are millions of people who spend long hours at sea for often far less pay and cr

Let's consider this from a pure econ perspective: 1. In terms of supply, there are millions of people who spend long hours at sea for often far less pay and creature comforts than the people aboard this cruise ship would be getting. They are called sailors. 2. In terms of demand, the H1B caps are still hit quite rapidly, though since the peak[1] in 2008 (when they ran out in one day) the US has evidently become a progressively less desirable destination. Therefore, supply exists and demand exists. The main question is whether the US government will arbitrarily harass these talented engineers and scientists when they come ashore for meetings. A lot will depend on whether the officials involved feel like they could pay a penalty in the media. I'd recommend that Blueseed film all encounters with the immigration officials. [1] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H-1B_visa#Congressional_yearly_numerical_cap http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H-1B_visa#Congressional_yearly_...