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New LGBTQ+ Cruise App Launches

Jul 03, 2024
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The MeetMeOnBoard app is free and can help passengers connect before, during and after a cruise.
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The MeetMeOnBoard app designed for LGBTQ+ cruise travelers has officially launched. The app is available for free on both the Apple App Store and Google Play, and it aims to help queer travelers book cruises and connect with other LGBTQ+ passengers.

App features include customizable user profiles, access to LGBTQ+ resources and information about cruise brands that support inclusive environments. Users can search for queer-friendly cruises, create custom events, participate in community forums and communicate directly with other cruise guests.

MeetMeOnBoard was originally founded in 2008 by Mark den Hartog and Dale McCurdy. In 2022, it was acquired by Adam Martindale, a cruise industry veteran with over 30 years of experience. Martindale has led the development of the app over the past year.

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"We are thrilled to unveil MeetMeOnBoard, a platform dedicated to enhancing LGBTQ+ cruise experiences," Martindale said. "Our app represents a pivotal moment for LGBTQ+ travelers, offering unprecedented connectivity and community. We hope it will become their go-to LGBTQ+ resource for all of their future cruises.”

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The app utilizes Cruise Planners' technology for its search functionalities and includes voyage management features.

Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by MeetMeOnBoard. It was reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.

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