The WiFi will only run the hub app if you don’t pay for a plan. I get the social plan every time we cruise to be able to message my mom through Facebook. She house/pet sits for us as well as taking care of my business so contact with her is important. The social plan works fine for Facebook, Instagram, etc. Just be aware that if you order a plan on the ship that it will be super slow compared to what you get at home. I try to use it early mornings before most get up and are online.
You will have to contact your phone provider to see what your plan covers. That will vary pretty widely. Most ports have places with free WiFi, like a Starbucks or McDonald’s. You could always pop into those places for a drink and use their WiFi as well. I’ve never been to the ports you’re going to so someone else will have to advise what is available for WiFi in those particular locations.
PrincessMinion: Have you been to Belize, Roatan or Grand Cayman? If so, are there free wifi places at any of these ports? We're stopping in Cozumel also, but my cell plan includes Mexico. If there are options at these ports, I see no need for me to purchase a wifi package on board. Also, I see that you mentioned the hub app is free to use with the wifi on board, is there private messaging in the hub app? We will be with another couple on board and would like to be able to text. Thank you.
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PrincessMinion: Have you been to Belize, Roatan or Grand Cayman? If so, are there free wifi places at any of these ports? We're stopping in Cozumel also, but my cell plan includes Mexico. If there are options at these ports, I see no need for me to purchase a wifi package on board. Also, I see that you mentioned the hub app is free to use with the wifi on board, is there private messaging in the hub app? We will be with another couple on board and would like to be able to text. Thank you.