The LGBTQ+ cruise social app MeetMeOnBoard has hit a user milestone, announcing it has surpassed 10,000 members worldwide. The platform, designed to help queer travelers find and connect with fellow passengers, says users are increasingly joining well ahead of their sail dates — sometimes months in advance — to begin building connections before embarking.
New event features introduced to the app allow users to host public or private onboard gatherings, manage who's invited and see which fellow passengers plan to attend. Organizers have used the tools to pull together activities including themed parties, shore excursions and group meals.
Beyond single-voyage connections, MeetMeOnBoard reports that repeat travel groups are forming through the platform, with users who meet on one cruise going on to sail together again.
"What's been most exciting is watching genuine community form in real time," said Adam Martindale, the company's leader. "People aren't just using the app once and disappearing. They're meeting onboard, staying connected afterward and then booking future cruises together. That's exactly what MeetMeOnBoard was created for — helping LGBTQ+ travelers feel connected before they even step foot on the ship."
Under Martindale's leadership the app has grown its feature set and cruise partnerships. Upcoming development priorities include new social tools and broader cruise integrations. MeetMeOnBoard is available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play.
Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by MeetMeOnBoard. It was fact-checked and reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.
