You can't bring a T-1 line with you at sea, but cruisers are connecting faster than ever before as cruise lines see a benefit to keeping communication quick and increasing customer loyalty.
Onboard Wi-Fi isn't as simple as slapping on an antennae and charging to access the Internet. Airlines will need to develop smart models that give something away in order to make money from services people (of all ages) don't mind paying for.
We're not sure why "independent shared-use lounges" haven't caught on in America sooner. A lot of people will pay $35 for a clean, quiet place with free wine and reliable Wi-Fi.