Monday, August 12, 2024 The advent of Starlink satellite internet is transforming the way we think about working remotely, and luxury cruise ships are leading the charge. For busy, professional clients who want to combine business with pleasure, this is game-changing news. While travel advisors are no strangers to working while cruising, the digital nomad trend is rapidly gaining traction as connectivity on luxury cruise ships vastly improves.
No longer is internet access onboard slow, expensive, or unreliable. Today, guests can stream videos, make video calls, and manage large files from the comfort of their suite or a quiet lounge. One of the major players in this connectivity revolution is Starlink, a division of SpaceX.
Since its launch in 2019, Starlink has deployed over 6,000 low Earth orbit satellites designed to provide fast, reliable internet access globally, particularly in remote areas. Luxury cruise lines like Ponant have embraced this technology, offering complimentary, unlimited, and optimized Wi-Fi across their fleets. This means guests can stay connected as they travel to some of the most remote destinations on Earth.
Ponant’s Marketing & Communications Director for Australasia, Charles Boutet, highlighted the importance of this upgrade. He noted that the observatory lounge on the luxury icebreaker ship Le Commandant Charcot is an ideal space for guests who need to work while enjoying breathtaking polar views. With Starlink’s enhanced service, working remo.