TUI Cruises, the German premium market cruise shipping brand, says it has updated its digital platforms as it has experienced a 86% increase in the use of mobile devices to search information about the company's products.

Under Meine Reise on the company's website customers can now book tables at specialty restaurants and e.g. spa treatments and shore excursions  up to four months in advance. These bookings can be changed while on board the vessel. Passengers can view their personalised cruise programme also by using the TV in their cabins.

The company has also relaunched its app, which now allows users to easily select a time of holiday that is convenient for them, store it and to share this information with friends and family.The app also allows virtual walk around onboard the vessels of the company and to set up countdowns for various parts of the planned cruise. It also shows the position of the vessels of the company on a map in real time. The app also provides information about the company's offerings and cruise itineraries.

Those that already have the app downloaded on their devices must download an update to get the new functions, TUI Cruises said in a statement