Press Release

Meet2Trip: The New Platform for Self-Organized Shore Excursions

Two cruise passengers stand on the dock, looking for fellow travelers to share a taxi to the local sights – but come up empty. What began as a personal disappointment is now Meet2Trip: a free online platform where cruise passengers from around the world connect to arrange shared shore excursions.

The Problem

Organized shore excursions from cruise lines are convenient, but often cost several times more than visiting the same sights independently. Many passengers opt to explore on their own – by taxi, rental car, or public transport.

The most cost-effective option is teaming up with other passengers to share a ride, a guide, or a rental car. In practice, though, this often doesn't work out. Facebook groups are cluttered, cruise forums aren't designed for spontaneous coordination, and finding the right people headed to the same port on the same day is hit-or-miss.

“At two ports on our itinerary, we couldn't find anyone who wanted to take the same tour. We ended up paying far more than we needed to – and it was frustrating that there was no simple solution for this.”

— Christian Reischl, founder of Meet2Trip

The Solution

Meet2Trip (www.meet2trip.com) solves exactly this problem. The platform brings together cruise passengers who want to share an excursion in the same port on the same day. It allows users to:

  • post their own excursion ideas for any cruise port worldwide
  • search excursions from other passengers by port and date
  • share taxis, guides, or rental cars and split the costs
  • plan everything in advance – before the ship even sets sail
What makes Meet2Trip unique: Unlike Facebook groups or cruise forums, Meet2Trip is specifically designed to find the right person for the right port on the right date – quickly, easily, and free of charge.

Independent and Free of Hidden Costs

Meet2Trip is completely free – no hidden fees and no premium tiers. The platform is independent of any cruise line and open to passengers on any itinerary. It is available in English and German.

“We want to help other travelers avoid the situation we found ourselves in. If two people heading to the same port can connect beforehand and share an unforgettable day together – that's exactly what Meet2Trip is about.”

— Christian Reischl, founder of Meet2Trip

About Meet2Trip

Meet2Trip was created in Germany in 2026 by Christian Reischl. The platform is designed for cruise travelers who want to take control of their port days and find like-minded companions – for more social, more affordable excursions around the globe.

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