Cruise Shipmate & Excursions

Plan track and enhance every cruise in one place

Cruise Shipmate & Excursions aims to be your always-onboard companion, and it comes impressively close to that promise. Designed for cruise lovers who like to plan, compare and socialize, it bundles almost every aspect of cruise travel into a single, easy-to-browse hub.

The standout feature is its community-first approach. Roll Calls let you connect with fellow passengers on your exact sailing, share tips, arrange meetups, or simply get a feel for your ship’s vibe before embarkation. This social layer, combined with user photos and reviews, makes the information feel more authentic than generic brochure copy.

Planning tools are equally strong. You can track multiple upcoming cruises with countdowns, set price alerts to monitor fare drops, and browse deals if you’re still shopping around. The integrated packing checklist is a thoughtful touch, helping you avoid last‑minute panic over forgotten essentials.

Once your voyage is booked, the app turns into a detailed guidebook. Deck plans and ship photos help you navigate large vessels, while port pages collect reviews, tips and photos from other cruisers. Being able to research and book port excursions directly, with real‑world feedback attached, is particularly handy for maximizing short port days.

During the cruise, the ship tracker and deck cams add a fun, immersive element, letting you follow your vessel’s progress and peek at current conditions on board.

The interface can feel a bit packed, especially for first‑time users, and the heavy reliance on user-generated content means some ports are better covered than others. Still, for frequent cruisers or anyone planning their first big sailing, Cruise Shipmate & Excursions is a powerful, feature-rich companion that keeps the entire journey—before, during and after—organized in one place.