Whether it’s a short cruise with friends or a longer voyage with family, having the right onboard yacht entertainment offering can enhance the entire experience. Here’s three things to prioritize.
Live streaming TV with access to a wide variety of programming
Most people don’t want to feel disconnected from the world unless they choose to be. That doesn’t change when they’re onboard a yacht. Yachters are used to streaming entertainment at home and expect a streaming experience on the water—whether they’re following global news, major live sporting events or financial markets.
Yachting is often cross-generational, including seafarers of varying ages and interests. One person may want to watch a movie. Another prefers documentaries. Someone else wants kids’ programming. The best entertainment providers deliver access to a variety of entertainment, including:
- Live television, including breaking news, shows, movies and more
- Must-watch sports programming, including sports package add-ons
- Premium programming, like HBO® and Paramount+ with SHOWTIME®
- And more
Variety matters. It’s important to choose an entertainment provider that helps meet these needs.
The ability to watch on personal devices
Today’s yacht travelers use multiple devices — smartphones, tablets, and laptops. They expect content to follow them from the main salon to the sundeck to their stateroom.
A modern yacht entertainment provider should allow access to stream to personal devices that helps create a more relaxed onboard experience:
- Teens can stream in their cabins.
- Adults can watch a series poolside.
- Early risers can catch the news privately without turning on shared screens.
Bring-your-own-device flexibility allows yachters to control what they watch and where they watch it.
Hassle-free usage for guests and crew
When searching for a private yacht entertainment provider, look for a provider that offers:
- An intuitive interface
- Simple navigation
- Fast content discovery
- Minimal hardware complexity
The right entertainment partner understands life at sea and the high expectations private yacht owners and operators demand.
The Bottom Line
Live streaming TV keeps yachters and crew connected. Personal device access gives them freedom. A wide variety of programming helps everyone feel included. And simple functionality helps create a hassle-free entertainment experience.
Ready to get started? Consider DIRECTV MARITIME as your yacht TV entertainment provider for U.S territorial waters. Visit us online to learn more.
DIRECTV MARITIME™ – PRIVATE YACHTS: DIRECTV MARITIME IPTV service (“Service”) is available only to eligible private yacht customers located within authorized U.S. territorial waters (generally up to approximately 13 nautical miles from the U.S. coastline). Service requires (i) subscription to an eligible DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS® programming package (channel lineups, programming, and package eligibility subject to change), (ii) a compatible high-speed data connection and satellite/Wi-Fi equipment provided and maintained by an independent third-party internet/broadband provider (sold separately), and (iii) installation, set-up and activation by an authorized dealer/technology integrator. DIRECTV does not provide the internet service, data plan or onboard network equipment and is not responsible for their performance, availability, coverage, security, or for any interruptions or degradation of Service caused by such networks. Programming is delivered via the DIRECTV IN MOTION app to compatible televisions and personal devices. Taxes, fees, surcharges and other restrictions apply. To receive DIRECTV IN MOTION, a 24-month agreement is required. Sports subscriptions, including premium sports add-ons, require a separate subscription. Eligibility for Regional Sports Networks based on service address. Regional Sports Networks not available in all markets. Early Cancellation fee of up to $30/mo. applies for each month remaining on agreement. Service, programming, packages, pricing, and eligibility rules are subject to change at any time and may be modified, suspended or discontinued without notice. Additional terms and conditions apply; see authorized dealer for details.
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