In a move poised to transform how Indian travellers plan and book cruise holidays, Int2Cruises, Asia’s first cruise-focused Online Travel Agency (OTA), has officially entered the Indian market. Founded by cruise industry veterans with over five decades of combined global experience, the platform brings a tech-enabled, customer-first approach to what has long been considered a fragmented and complicated segment of travel.
Cruise vacations are rapidly gaining popularity among Indian families, millennials, and multigenerational travellers. However, the booking process—often involving separate arrangements for cruises, flights, hotels, visas, and excursions—can be overwhelming. Int2Cruises addresses this challenge with a seamless, end-to-end digital platform that allows users to compare ships, itineraries, cabin types, and real-time prices across leading global cruise lines including Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Silversea, MSC Cruises, Costa, AmaWaterways, Viking River Cruises, and Disney Cruise Line.
With just a few clicks, users can make secure bookings with no hidden fees or service charges. The platform also allows travellers to hold cabins for free and pay later, giving them flexibility and control over their planning. Int2Cruises further enhances the user experience with multiple secure payment options and best-price guarantees.
Akansha Agarwal, Chief Marketing Officer at Int2Cruises, said, “Indian travellers are increasingly confident, experience-driven, and digitally savvy. Yet, cruise bookings remain a complex process. With Int2Cruises, we’ve created a transparent, intuitive platform that simplifies the journey—from search to sail. It’s cruise booking the way it should be: easy, reliable, and expert-backed.”
What truly sets Int2Cruises apart is its technology-driven, service-oriented model. The platform leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to deliver personalised cruise recommendations based on user preferences and past travel behaviour. In addition, travellers can access real-time assistance through a dedicated cruise expert available via chat or phone.
Beyond bookings, Int2Cruises offers comprehensive travel solutions including visa and insurance assistance, curated pre- and post-cruise stays, airport transfers, and shore excursions tailored to the destination—making it a one-stop-shop for cruise vacations.
With cruise tourism from ports like Mumbai, Singapore, Dubai, and Japan on the rise, and a new generation of Indian travellers seeking immersive and adventure-filled experiences, the timing for Int2Cruises’ launch is strategic. As trends like blended travel, multigenerational cruising, and experiential holidays reshape the tourism landscape, Int2Cruises is positioning itself as the go-to platform for Indian cruise enthusiasts.
