Stacey Miller+FollowIs Virgin Voyages Setting a New Tech Standard?Virgin Voyages is making waves with the dual launch of its Brilliant Lady ship and a totally rebuilt app. From wearable medallions for keyless entry and payments to in-room tablets and the infamous “Shake for Champagne” feature, the cruise line is betting big on digital-first cruising. But can a tech-heavy experience really redefine what it means to set sail, or does it risk leaving less tech-savvy travelers behind? Would you want your next vacation to be this connected? #Tech #VirginVoyages #CruiseTech00Share
Kimberly Walters+FollowWould You Pay Extra for Faster Coffee?Carnival Cruise Line just rolled out mobile coffee ordering on select ships, letting you skip the JavaBlue Café line and grab your morning espresso at the bar. But here’s the catch: if you have a drinks package, you’ll still pay extra for app orders. Is this a smart tech upgrade for convenience, or just another way to squeeze more cash from guests? Would you use the app, or does the paywall turn you off? Let’s hear your take! #Tech #CruiseTech #MobileOrdering10Share
Christina Pearson+FollowWhen Cruise Apps Go OverboardEver had your phone blow up with notifications that make you wonder if you’re on a secret mission? Royal Caribbean’s app just did that—flooding users with a barrage of “test segment” alerts after its latest update. Is this a harmless slip, or does it reveal deeper risks in how travel tech is tested and deployed? Would you trust your next vacation to an app that might glitch mid-cruise? Let’s debate: are these push notification fails just funny, or a sign of bigger security oversights? #TechGlitch #AppSecurity #CruiseTech #Tech23Share
Ashley Turner+FollowCruise Tickets Go Digital—Convenience or Concern?Carnival Cruise Line is ditching paper tickets for shore excursions, rolling out a mobile app that promises seamless bookings and real-time updates. While this digital leap could mean fewer lost tickets and smoother experiences, it also raises questions about data privacy and tech reliability at sea. Would you trust your vacation plans to a smartphone, or do you prefer the old-school paper trail? Let’s talk digital transformation on the high seas! #CruiseTech #DigitalTransformation #TravelInnovation #CarnivalCruise #TechDebate #Tech11Share
