Glossary & Definitions

This glossary defines key terms, acronyms, and concepts used throughout the CruiseAppy platform and documentation.

Term	Definition
Admin	User role with full access to all system features, settings, and data.
Agent	User role responsible for managing bookings and customers, with access to relevant reports.
API User	System or service account used for integrations and automation via API endpoints.
Booking	A reservation for a cruise, including passenger, cabin, and payment details.
Cabin	Accommodation type on a cruise ship, such as Inside, Oceanview, Balcony, or Suite.
Customer	End user who searches, books, and manages their own cruises.
Cruise	A scheduled voyage with defined itinerary, ship, and available cabins.
Itinerary	The schedule of ports, dates, and activities for a cruise.
Payment Gateway	Third-party service for processing online payments securely.
TravelTek	Third-party provider integrated with CruiseAppy for real-time cruise data and bookings.
PCI DSS	Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, a set of security requirements for payment data.
GDPR	General Data Protection Regulation, a European law governing data privacy and protection.
API	Application Programming Interface, used for system integrations and automation.
Dashboard	The main user interface for managing bookings, customers, and reports.
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)	Security model that restricts system access based on user roles.
UAT	User Acceptance Testing, a process for validating workflows before deployment.
E2E Testing	End-to-end testing, simulating real user journeys to ensure system reliability.