GigSky Expands Free eSIM Trial to Cruises

Offering 100MB of free data at sea and in port across 290+ ships, with no charges or renewals.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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GigSky, a global mobile data provider, has expanded its free eSIM trial to include cruise connectivity. The trial offers 100MB of free data that can be used for browsing, apps, and staying connected while at sea or in port on over 290 cruise ships worldwide. The eSIM can be installed once and used again for future cruises without reinstallation.

Why it matters

Providing free trial connectivity at sea helps travelers understand how cruise data performance works in real conditions before committing to a paid plan. This is important as maritime connectivity can differ significantly from land-based mobile data.

The details

The GigSky eSIM trial provides coverage across the two major maritime satellite networks used by commercial cruise ships, representing connectivity for over 99% of global ocean cruise travelers. Travelers can verify ship availability directly in the GigSky app. Once the 100MB of free data is used up, additional data can be purchased through the app.

  • The free eSIM trial for cruises launched on February 11, 2026.

The players

GigSky

A global provider of mobile data solutions that partners directly with local mobile networks worldwide to provide connectivity for travelers on land, at sea, and in the air.

Sam King

The CEO of GigSky.

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What they’re saying

“Connectivity at sea is different from land, and people want to see how it performs in real conditions. This trial lets them test it with clear limits and no strings attached.”

— Sam King, CEO, GigSky (EINPresswire.com)

What’s next

The free eSIM trial for cruises is available now through the GigSky app, and paid data plans start at $19.99.

The takeaway

GigSky's free eSIM trial for cruises allows travelers to test maritime connectivity before committing to a paid plan, addressing the unique connectivity challenges of being at sea. This helps ensure travelers can stay connected throughout their entire cruise itinerary.