Behind Cruise Technology's Biggest Innovations | XControl Interview

10,237 views · 23 likes · 3 comments · Jul 7, 2026 · 10:34 · Long
Open on YouTube

From onboard Wi-Fi and IPTV to dining reservations, guest communication, and AI-powered innovations, XControl has quietly become one of the most influential technology companies in the cruise industry. In this exclusive interview, Bill Panoff sits down with Txikia Hernandez of XControl to discuss how their technology powers more than 200 cruise ships worldwide, improving both the guest experience and ship operations. Whether you're a cruise enthusiast, travel professional, or interested in hospitality technology, this interview offers an inside look at the innovations shaping the next generation of cruising. Subscribe for exclusive cruise industry interviews, ship tours, and destination guides. #CruiseTechnology #CruiseIndustry #Cruising #TravelTechnology #XControl 0:00 Introduction 0:50 Meet Txikia Hernandez 1:00 What is XControl and how does it shape the onboard digital experience? 1:39 How do Xcontrol's systems create a seamless guest journey? 02:38 What makes XControl different from other cruise technology providers?

#cruise technology#cruise industry#cruise ships#cruising#cruise vacation#Bill Panoff#Porthole Cruise and Travel#XControl#Txikia Hernandez#cruise wifi#cruise internet#cruise entertainment

Analytics

We use Google Analytics to count visits and see which pages are popular. It sets cookies and sends your IP address and browsing on this site to Google. You can turn it off at any time.