Cruise Line Loyalty Programs: Everything You Need to Know
You don’t have to have sailed on a dozen cruises to enroll in a cruise line loyalty program. All of the lines allow customers to become members either before or after their first sailing and start earning points right away. Sign up, and you’ll receive extras like complimentary Internet access and laundry services, just for booking multiple cruises with the same line. So what exactly do you get, and when? Following is a rundown of all cruise line loyalty programs.
Azamara
Program: Azamara Circle Loyalty Program
Sign Up/How it Works: Enroll online or by phone after you book your first cruise. Points are based on the type of stateroom you book and the length of the cruise.
Points are earned at this rate: 2 points for an interior, 3 points for oceanview staterooms, 5 points for a veranda, 8 points for a suite, and 18 points for a Club Spa, Club Ocean, or Club World Owner suite. Note, points are given for the stateroom type booked, not upgrade eligible. Double points are awarded for single travelers.
What You Get: All members receive special savings, an onboard loyalty party, and an onboard loyalty host. You can also receive up to 10% off booking your next cruise while onboard and an additional onboard credit.
Program Tiers:
- Adventurer (up to 149 points) - 5% savings and 50% reduced deposit on future cruises if booked onboard, 10% savings on spa treatments, 30 free internet minutes or 20% off booking for the full cruise, and 5% off beverage package.
- Explorer (150 to 299 points) - 5% savings and 50% reduced deposit on future cruises if booked onboard, the potential to earn two free nights, 60 free internet minutes or 20% off full cruise purchase, one free bag of laundry service, 15% savings on spa treatments, and 10% off beverage package purchase.
- Discoverer (300 to 749 points) - 7% savings and 50% reduced deposit on future cruises if booked onboard, the potential to earn four free nights, 90 free internet minutes or 20% off full cruise purchase, priority check-in, exclusive onboard get-togethers, 20% savings on spa treatments, and 15% off beverage packages.
- Discoverer Plus (750 to 2,999 points) - Plus 7% savings and 50% reduced deposit on future cruises if booked onboard, the potential to earn six free nights, 120 free internet minutes, 25% savings on spa treatments, and 20% off beverage packages.
- Discoverer Platinum (3,000+ points) - Plus 10% savings and 50% reduced deposit on future cruises if booked onboard, the potential to earn ten free nights, 150 free internet minutes, and 25% savings on spa and beverage packages.
Learn more about Azamara’s program here.
Carnival Cruise Line
Program: VIFP Club
Sign Up/How it Works: Sign up online anytime - even before you’ve booked your first cruise. Earn 1 point for every day you sail.
Program Tiers:
- Blue - First sailing. Members-only offers and e-newsletter.
- Red - 2nd sailing to 24 points. Plus free 1 liter bottle of water in the stateroom.
- Gold - 25 to 74 points. One complimentary beverage and gold VIFP pin on each sailing
- Platinum - 75 to 199 points. Plus priority embarkation and debarkation, platinum and diamond VIFP party, complimentary drink, chocolate delight on 5+ day sailings, unique collectible pin, priority spa reservations and tender boarding, $5 arcade credit, VIPF logo gift, priority guest service line, priority dining reservations, and one complimentary wash and fold laundry.
- Diamond - 200+ points - Includes all perks of the Platinum category plus guaranteed main dining time, unlimited complimentary wash and fold laundry, special event invitation from captain on each sailing, one free cabin upgrade OR third/fourth/fifth guest per stateroom sail free, one complimentary specialty meal, VIPF luggage tag set, and a dedicated toll-free number for service.
Learn more about Carnival’s VIPF program here.
Celebrity Cruises
Program: Captain's Club
Sign Up/How it Works: Enroll online before your first cruise. Points are earned per night and are based on the category of stateroom you select. You can also earn Club Points for non-sailing activities through the line’s Power Up Points program.
Point Categories: Interior and Oceanview get 2, Veranda and Infinite Veranda gets 3, Concierge and Aqua Class get 5, Sky Suite gets 8, Celebrity/Signature/Royal/Horizon Suites get 12, Reflection/Penthouse/Edge Villa suites get 18, and Iconic Suites receive 24.
Program Tiers:
- Preview - 0 points. Receive access to e-newsletter and special discounts, use of loyalty desk member service center, and earn double points if traveling solo.
- Classic - 2 to 149 points. Includes an exclusive celebration welcome event, a scoop of gelato from the Gelateria, 10% off one internet package, one category upgrade through AquaClass, and 10% off a drink package.
- Select - 150 to 299 points. Receive 25% off a Wi-Fi Package or Wi-Fi upgrade, one standard bag of laundry at a discounted price, 10% off Classic or Premium Drink Packages, and 10% discount at the spa.
- Elite - 300 to 749 points. Includes daily continental breakfast, evening daily cocktail hour, 15% drink package, one port day complimentary Persian Garden access, and one complimentary bag of laundry per sailing.
- Elite Plus - 750 to 2,999 points. Includes daily continental breakfast, evening daily cocktail hour, two complementary bags of laundry, 15% specialty dining, 15% spa discount, 35% off Wi-Fi packages, and 20% off drinks package.
- Zenith - 3,000+ points. Includes access to The Retreat Lounge/Michael’s Club, complimentary 7-night Caribbean or Bermuda cruise (in a Veranda stateroom only) upon obtaining tier, 25% off specialty dining, and complimentary laundry, drinks package, and premium Wi-Fi.
Bonus: Reciprocal rewards with Royal Caribbean and Silversea Cruises
Learn more about Celebrity Cruises loyalty program here.
Crystal
Program: Crystal Society
Sign Up/How it Works: Enrolled automatically after the first cruise.
What You Get: Exclusive 2.5% Crystal Society Savings on all voyages, 2.5% onboard booking savings, As You Wish credits, complimentary upgrades, exclusive Crystal Society Cruise Credits toward future sailings, milestone recognition at various levels, exclusive onboard events on select sailings, Crystal Society Recognition Pins at select levels, unlimited complimentary dinner reservations in Osteria d’Ovidio and Umi Uma for Milestone levels 50 and above.
Learn more about Crystal’s loyalty program here.
Cunard
Program: Cunard World Club
Sign Up/How it Works: Enrolled automatically after the first cruise. Membership level is based on the number of voyages or number of the days sailed.
Program Tiers:
- Silver - 1 voyage. Savings and special offers, onboard representative, use of a desk in the international offices, and The Cunarder Magazine.
- Gold - 2 voyages or 20 nights. Includes gold membership pin, 45-minute internet credit, and invite to the club cocktail party.
- Platinum - 7 voyages or 70 nights. Includes platinum membership pin, 80-minute internet credit, 20% savings on laundry, priority check-in in NYC/Southampton, 10% savings on luggage service, and invite to the senior officers’ party.
- Diamond - 15 voyages or 150 nights. Includes a diamond membership pin, 135 hours of internet credit, priority disembarkation, one meal at a specialty restaurant, and dedicated diamond member contact at the international offices.
Learn more about Cunard’s loyalty program here.
Disney Cruise Line
Program: Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club
Sign Up/How it Works: Enrolled automatically after the first cruise. Benefits are based on how many cruises you complete. Perks include special access to new ship/itinerary bookings from Disney Cruise Line.
Program Tiers:
- Silver - 1 to 4 cruises. Receive the opportunity to book new itineraries at least 1 day before the general public, add cruise activities 90 days prior to sailing, select port arrival time, and complete online check-in 33 days prior to sailing, exclusive cruise terminal check-in where available, Castaway Club Member exclusive phone number and member communications, and a welcome back aboard gift.
- Gold - 5 to 9 cruises. Receive the opportunity to book new itineraries at least 2 days before the general public, add cruise activities 105 days prior to sailing, select port arrival time, complete online check-in 35 days prior to sailing, private onboard reception, exclusive member discounts, and all Silver Castaway Club Member benefits.
- Platinum - 10+ cruises. Receive the opportunity to book new itineraries at least 3 days earlier than the general public, add cruise activities 120 days prior to sailing, select port arrival time, and complete online check-in 38 days prior to sailing, complimentary dinner at Palo or Palo Steakhouse, plus all Silver and Gold Castaway Club Member benefits.
- Pearl - 25+ cruises. Receive the opportunity to book new itineraries at least 4 days before the general public, add cruise activities 123 days prior to sailing, select port arrival times and complete online check-in 40 days prior to sailing, complimentary Unlimited Digital Photo Package, plus all Silver, Gold and Platinum Castaway Club Member Benefits.
Learn more about Disney Cruise Line’s loyalty program here.
Holland America Line
Program: Mariner Society
Sign Up/How it Works: Enrolled automatically after the first cruise. You earn 1 credit each day you sail, plus extra credits for booking suites and spending onboard.
Program Tiers:
- 1-Star Mariner - After 1st cruise. Includes up to $400 per stateroom onboard spending money for cruises booked within 90 days of a new season launch, gift, "Mariner Cocktail" voucher, and 50% discount on cruise fares for 3rd/4th guests (on select sailings).
- 2-Star Mariner - 30 days of cruise credits. Includes all benefits of the above tier, plus a discount on spa treatments, onboard welcome reception, and a 10% discount on select Holland America Line logo clothing sold in onboard shops.
- 3-Star Mariner - 75 days of cruise credits. Includes perks of all above tiers plus a 25% discount on Sommelier Suite packages, 25% discount on specialty restaurant surcharges at Pinnacle Grill, Tamarind, and Canaletto, 25% off specialty coffees in all venues including Explorations Café/Crow’s Nest/Grand Dutch Café on select ships, as well as 25% discount on mini-bar purchases.
- 4-Star Mariner - 200 cruise day credits. Includes benefits of all above tiers plus 50% discount on Sommelier Suite packages, 50% discount on specialty restaurant surcharges at Pinnacle Grill/Tamarind/Canaletto, 50% off specialty coffees at cafes on select ships, 50% discount on mini-bar purchases, complimentary Regional Wine Tasting, complimentary laundry/pressing, priority check-in/tendering/disembarkation, 15% discount on select Holland America Line logo clothing sold in onboard shops, 25% Discount of $55.00 per person surcharge in Sel De Mer fleetwide, 25% discount on Sommelier Suite packages,
- 5-Star Mariner - 500+ cruise day credits. Included benefits of all above tiers plus two complimentary dinners in your choice of Pinnacle Grill, Tamarind or Canaletto, as well as a complimentary day pass to the Greenhouse Spa & Salon Thermal Suite, and up to $30 credit toward any internet package.
Learn more about Holland America Line’s loyalty program here.
MSC Cruises
Program: MSC Voyagers Club
Sign Up/How it Works: Enroll online once you have booked your first cruise. You earn points based on the length of the cruise and category of stateroom you book, plus when you pre-purchase onboard services and spend money once on the ship.
Program Tiers:
- Welcome - 1st booked cruise. Includes booking privileges, pre-cruise/embarkation privileges, and onboard discounts, up to 15% on MSC Voyagers selection discount, special luggage tags, and 10% off spa purchases.
- Classic - 1 to 2,199 points. Includes 5% MSC Voyagers Club Discount, +5% MSC Voyagers exclusives discount, up to 15% on MSC Voyagers selection discount, luggage tags, personalized cruise card, special member event, 10% off at logo shop, 20% off photos, 5% off Wi-Fi, 50% off F1 simulator, and 10% off spa services.
- Silver - 2,200 to 4,299 points. Includes 5% MSC Voyagers Club Discount, +5% MSC Voyagers exclusives discount, up to 15% on MSC Voyagers selection discount, luggage tags, personalized cruise card, special member event, $50 onboard credit, milestone award, priority line, complimentary birthday cake, 10% off spa services, 10% off at logo shop, 20% off photos, 5% off Wi-Fi, 50% off F1 simulator, and 10% off laundry and mini-bar.
- Gold - 4,300 to 9,999 points. Includes 5% MSC Voyagers Club Discount, +5% MSC Voyagers exclusives discount, up to 15% on MSC Voyagers selection discount, luggage tags, personalized cruise card, special member event, $50 onboard credit, milestone award, priority line, complimentary birthday cake, 20% off spa services, 10% off at logo shop, 20% off photos, 5% off Wi-Fi, 50% off F1 simulator, and 10% off laundry and mini-bar, special gift, complimentary one-hour thermal session, courtesy toweling bathrobe and slippers, early access to theatre shows, and priority disembarkation with transfers.
- Diamond - 10,000 - 24,999 points. Includes perks of all tiers above, plus MSC Voyagers Club Diamond Party access, one free picture, spumante with macaroons, chocolate-dipped fruit, specialty restaurant dinner (with tasting menu), one free bottle of water, pillow service, and late cabin checkout.
- Blue Diamond (new tier!) - 25,000+ points. Includes perks of all above tiers, plus flexible check-in times with priority embarkation and dedicated luggage drop-off service via the MSC Yacht Club check-in desk, My Choice anytime dining, free Browse Wi-Fi package for one device per member, free shuttle bus tickets in selected ports, meet and greet with ship’s captain or officer, and priority embarkation and access to tender boats in port.
Explore details for MSC Cruises loyalty program here.
Norwegian Cruise Line
Program: Latitudes Rewards
Sign Up/How it Works: Enroll online after booking or sailing your first cruise. You earn 1 point per cruise night, 1 point per night for a suite or in the Haven, and 1 point per night when booking using Latitudes Insider Offer.
Program Tiers:
- Bronze - 1 to 19 points. Includes Keycard Recognition, Signature Tier Pins, Onboard Latitudes Rewards Representative, Free Artwork for Attending Art Auctions, a 30% unlimited open bar discount, and a 10% discount in duty-free shops.
- Silver - 20 to 44 points. Includes Keycard Recognition, Signature Tier Pins, Onboard Latitudes Rewards Representative, Free Artwork for Attending Art Auction, 40% unlimited open bar discount, 15% discount in duty-free shops, 10% off shore ex, 20% off photo purchases, 15% spa purchases, exclusive cocktail party.
- Gold - 45 to 74 points. Includes Keycard Recognition, Signature Tier Pins, Onboard Latitudes Rewards Representative, Free Artwork for Attending Art Auction, 40% unlimited open bar discount, 15% discount in duty-free shops, 10% off shore ex, 20% off photo purchases, 20% spa purchases, exclusive cocktail party, 50% 1 laundry bag, priority tender tickets, priority disembarkation, and 1 water.
- Platinum - 75 to 149 points. Includes Keycard Recognition, Signature Tier Pins, Onboard Latitudes Rewards Representative, Free Artwork for Attending Art Auction, 45% unlimited open bar discount, 15% discount in duty-free shops, 10% off shore ex, 30% off photo purchases, 25% off spa purchases, exclusive cocktail party, 1 free laundry bag, priority tender tickets, priority disembarkation and check-in, 1 water, 15% off unlimited Wi-Fi package, chocolates in stateroom, one free dinner with bottle of wine, Wines Around the World Tasting, Behind-the-Scenes Ship Tour, concierge services, pre-cruise service, pre-booking for dining/entertainment.
- Sapphire - 150 to 249 points. Includes Keycard Recognition, Signature Tier Pins, Onboard Latitudes Rewards Representative, Free Artwork for Attending Art Auction, 45% unlimited open bar discount, 15% discount in duty-free shops, 15% off shore ex, 30% off photo purchases, 25% off spa purchases, exclusive cocktail party, 1 free laundry bag, priority tender tickets, priority disembarkation and check-in, 2 waters, 20% off unlimited Wi-Fi package, chocolates in stateroom, one free dinner with bottle of wine, Wines Around the World Tasting, Behind-the-Scenes Ship Tour, concierge services, pre-cruise service, pre-booking for dining/entertainment, priority restaurant/entertainment seating, and dinner with officers.
- Diamond - 350-699 points. Includes Keycard Recognition, Signature Tier Pins, Onboard Latitudes Rewards Representative, Free Artwork for Attending Art Auction, 50% unlimited open bar discount, 15% discount in duty-free shops, 15% off shore ex, 30% off photo purchases, 25% off spa purchases, exclusive cocktail party, 1 free laundry bag, priority tender tickets, priority disembarkation and check-in, 2 waters, 25% off unlimited Wi-Fi package, chocolates in stateroom, one free dinner with bottle of wine, Wines Around the World Tasting, Behind-the-Scenes Ship Tour, concierge services, pre-cruise service, pre-booking for dining/entertainment, priority restaurant/entertainment seating, and dinner with officers, exclusive Sail & Sustain Mixology experience, and one-time free cabin upgrade.
- Ambassador - 700+ points. Includes all benefits of Diamond Tier, plus a complimentary 7-Day Cruise and a one-time special Ambassador Gift.
Learn more about NCL’s Loyalty Program here.
Oceania Cruises
Program: Oceania Club
Sign Up/How it Works: Automatically enrolled once you take your first cruise. You earn credits based on the lengths of the cruises you take.
Program Tiers:
- Blue - 1-4 cruise credits. Includes Membership pins, 10% savings on logo merchandise, and a cocktail party.
- Bronze - 5 to 9 cruise credits. Includes $100 onboard credit, complimentary bottle of wine, embroidered member cap, and benefits of the above tier.
- Silver - 10 to 14 credits. Includes $500 onboard credit, 10% off prestige beverage package, and benefits of all tiers above.
- Gold - 15 to 19 credits. Includes $650 onboard credit, two complimentary air wavers, two $150 spa credits, and perks of the above tiers.
- Platinum - 20 - 39 credits. Includes $750 shipboard credits, dinner with officers, priority check-in, free cruise, and benefits of all tiers above.
- Diamond - 40 to 59 credits. Includes $1,000 shipboard credit, complimentary wine tasting, two $200 spa credits, free cruise, and perks of all above tiers.
- President’s Circle - 60+ credits. Includes $1250 shipboard credit, general managers VIP list, complimentary beverage package and laundry, free cruise, and perks of all tiers above.
Explore more on Oceania Cruises’ loyalty program here.
Princess Cruises
Program: Captain's Circle
Sign Up/How it Works: Enroll online after the first cruise. Membership levels depend on how many cruises you’ve completed. Booking a suite or sailing solo and paying exclusive occupancy fare count as 2 cruises.
Program Tiers:
- Gold - Reached upon completing your 1st cruise with Princess. Program benefits include Captain’s Circle Launch Savings, early access to new itineraries, preferential pricing offers, members-only onboard events, access to a Circle Host on board, Circle Center online, and Circle Savings Account.
- Ruby - Reached upon completing the 3rd cruise or 30 cruise days. Includes exclusive shoreside access to Captain’s Circle Help Desk phone line, Princess Platinum Vacation Protection upgrade (100% cancellation benefit and double accident & sickness benefits).
- Platinum - 5 cruises completed or 50 cruise days. Includes 50% off MedallionNet package, early access to dining reservations, 10% off Lotus Spa treatments, 10% discount in the Photo Gallery, and access to the Platinum and Elite Lounges.
- Elite - 15+ cruises or 150+ cruise days. Includes 10% discount in The Shops of Princess, 10% off shore excursions, priority ship-to-shore water shuttle embarkation, complimentary Grapevine Wine Tasting Event, complimentary mini-bar setup, deluxe canapé selection on formal nights, complimentary afternoon tea, priority disembarkation, and laundry services/shoe polishing.
Learn more about Princess Cruises’ loyalty program here.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Program: Seven Seas Society
Sign Up/How it Works: Enrolled automatically after the first cruise. Membership levels depend on how many nights you’ve sailed.
Program Tiers:
- Bronze - 7 to 20 nights - Exclusive savings on select voyages, access to an online profile, advanced access to special offers and itineraries, onboard cocktail reception, and single guests can earn double loyalty nights.
- Silver - 21 to 74 nights. Includes benefits of the above tier, plus Priority online dining reservations in Prime 7/Chartreuse/Pacific Rim, priority online shore excursion reservations, commemorative pin, and society newsletter.
- Gold - 75 to 199 nights. Includes benefits of tiers above, plus $100 Shipboard Credit, unlimited wifi with four logins, four garments pressed, three hours of phone time, priority disembarkation, choice of newspaper service, and exclusive activities onboard or ashore.
- Platinum - 200 to 399 nights. Includes benefits of tiers above, plus leather luggage tags, 10% discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions, Hotel and Land Programs, custom air services, and nine hours of phone time per suite.
- Titanium - 400 to 999 nights. Includes benefits of tiers above, plus two private transfers through Blacklane, unlimited dry-clean service, Additional 15% discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions, Hotels and Land Programs, and Suite ready at 1 pm on embarkation day.
- Diamond - 1,000 to 1,999 nights. Includes benefits of tiers above, plus 5% savings off the cruise-only fare, Regent Choice Shore Excursion (one per voyage segment, up to $250 value), and Invitation to new ship christenings.
- Commodore - 2,000+ nights. Includes benefits of tiers above, plus an additional 5% Savings Off Cruise Only Fare (Total of 10% Savings), a commemorative Commodore Officer's jacket, and Commemorative Plaque on all ships in the fleet.
Learn more about Regent Seven Seas Cruises loyalty program here.
Royal Caribbean International
Program: Crown and Anchor Society
Sign Up/How it Works: Enroll online after the first cruise. You earn 1 point for every night you sail, and double the points when you book a suite.
Program Tiers:
- Gold - 3 to 29 points - Exclusive rates, reduced rate upgrades, priority check-in, private departure lounge, exclusive trivia, priority notice on special offers and new ships and itineraries, membership decks for questions, members-only section of the website, and member cruises and newsletters. Also, kids receive the same membership status as their parents after they’ve completed one cruise. Also includes 50% off any glass of wine/beer/soda (2 coupons per sailing), 50% off a Johnny Rockets milkshake, 10% discount on any glass of wine/beer/soda, 25% off any coffee beverage (excludes Starbucks), 10% off internet packages, Discount on Royal Caribbean logo products sold onboard (min. $25 purchase), and 10% off spa services.
- Platinum - 30 to 54 points. Includes all benefits of tier above, plus discounts on balconies and suites, robes for use onboard, 15% off spa services, 20% discount on a single photo/photo package/photobook, $5 laundry and dry clean discount, special event on 5+ night sailings, 15% off internet packages, 50% off any coffee beverage (2 coupons per sailing/excludes Starbucks), and buy a specialty restaurant dinner and receive one complimentary nonalcoholic specialty coffee beverage.
- Emerald - 55 to 79 points. Includes all perks of the above tiers, plus 2 complimentary welcome waters, and 25% off photos/packages.
- Diamond - 80 to 174 points. Included perks of above tiers, plus 20% off any glass of wine/beer/soda, 4 complimentary daily drinks (up to $14), 1 free day SURF + STREAM internet, a priority wait list for Shore Excursions/Vitality Spa services, Backstage Tour on 5+ nights, Crown Lounge access with nightly happy hour, discounts on in-room phone charges, 30% off photo purchases, 1 free digital photo print out, lapel pin, and a Milestone recognition gift (at 140 cruise points).
- Diamond Plus - 175 to 699 points. Included perks of above tiers, plus single supplement cruise fare reduced to 150% for members that have 340+ Cruise Points, exclusive access to call center staff, complimentary spa treatment add-on, personalized gift, one free wash and fold laundry for cruises 5+ nights, upgraded bathroom amenities (at 340 points), 3 welcome waters, priority seating access for shows, Cheers with an Officer for members with 340+ cruise points on 7+ nights, 2 free days SURF + STREAM internet, 5 complimentary daily drinks (up to $14), 25% discount on individual wine/beer/soda purchases, and 30% off beverage package purchases.
- Pinnacle Club - 700+ points. Included perks of above tiers, plus Milestone Cruise Certificate valued at the prevailing rate of a 7N Balcony Stateroom (for 700 and 1,050 cruise points) or Milestone Cruise Certificate valued at the prevailing rate of a Junior Suite Stateroom (for 1,400 and every 350 cruise points thereafter), flexible arrival, suite/concierge lounge access, 40% off beverage package purchases, 30% off beverage package purchases, Coastal Kitchen access, and exclusive daily breakfast at a specialty restaurant
Bonus: Reciprocal rewards with Celebrity Cruises and Silversea Cruises.
Learn more about Royal Caribbean’s loyalty program here.
Seabourn
Program: Seabourn Club
Sign Up/How it Works: Enrolled automatically after the first cruise. You earn 1 point every day you sail, 1 point for a premium suite or penthouse, 1 point each night on a Seabourn Journey, and 1 for each $500 spent onboard. Points go toward Milestone Awards, which includes a complimentary cruise after sailing for 140 days with Seabourn.
Program Tiers:
- Member - 1 to 19 points. This level includes special events onboard, access to the club host, 5% onboard booking savings for a future cruise, 5% savings on select voyages, a subscription to the Seabourn Club Herald, and an online profile.
- Silver - 20 to 69 points - This level includes perks from the above tier, plus your choice of one of the following: 10% shore excursion savings, 10% wines/spirits savings, 20 minutes of phone time, a massage, a day in the spa serene area, or one bag of laundry.
- Gold - 70 to 139 points. This level includes perks from the above tier, plus 10% savings on luggage shipping, a subscription to Travel + Leisure or Conde Nast Traveler, and the choice of TWO of the following: 10% shore excursion savings, 15% wine and spirits savings, 30 minutes of phone time, a massage, a day in the spa serene area, or one bag of laundry.
- Platinum - 140 to 249 points. This level includes perks from the above tier, plus a dedicated concierge, 15% savings on luggage shipping, and the choice of THREE of the following: 15% shore excursion savings, 20% wines/spirits savings, 40 minutes of phone time, a massage, a day in the spa serene area, or one bag of laundry.
- Diamond - 250 to 649 points. This level includes perks from the above tier, plus 20% savings on luggage shipping and all of the following: 15% shore excursion savings, 25% wines/spirits savings, unlimited internet, 40 minutes of phone time, a massage, a day in the spa serene area, free laundry/pressing, daily newspaper, and priority embarkation.
- Diamond Elite - 650+ points. This level includes perks from the above tier, plus a $100 spa credit, free dry cleaning, embarkation/disembarkation transfer to/from the ship, a lower single supplement rate, a bottle of welcome champagne, and a welcome diamond elite gift.
Learn more about Seabourn’s loyalty program here.
Silversea Cruises
Program: Venetian Society
Sign Up/How it Works: Enrolled automatically after the first cruise. Privileges are based on the number of days sailed.
Program Tiers + What You Get: Onboard recognitions, access to private parties, and savings on select voyages. Venetian Society Milestones include:
- 1 Venetian Society Day - Pre-sale access for new cruises, access to VS events on reunion voyages, and 5% off Venetian Society sailings
- 100 - 249 Venetian Society Days - Included perks of above level, plus 5% off savings for future cruises and complimentary laundry/pressing.
- 250 - 349 Venetian Society Days - Included perks of above levels, plus 10% savings on future cruises and champagne welcome in your suite.
- 350 - 499 Venetian Society Days - Included perks of the above levels, plus a free 7-day cruise
- 500 Venetian Society Days - Included perks of above levels, plus a free 14-day cruise
- Every 150 days after 500 Venetian Society Days includes a free 7-day cruise.
Bonus: Reciprocal rewards with Celebrity Cruises and Royal Caribbean.
Learn more about Silversea’s loyalty program here.
Viking Cruises
Program: Explorer Society
Sign Up/How it Works: Enrolled automatically after the first cruise. Both Viking River and Ocean cruises apply.
What You Get: Once you travel with Viking, you will receive a $200 discount on your next river, ocean, or expedition voyage if you book within one year of your original cruise, or a $100 discount if you book within two years. Explorer Society members can enjoy attending members-only cocktail parties, and a complimentary cocktail, are among the first to find out about new Viking cruise ships and itineraries, receive special offers, and access to local Viking Explorer Society events.
Learn more about Viking Cruises’ loyalty program here.
Virgin Voyages
Program: Sailing Club
Sign Up/How it Works: Sail and complete one eligible voyage and you're automatically enrolled. Members of the Sailing Club receive members-only offers and perks, and the chance to unlock Blue Extras.
Program Tiers:
- Virgin Voyages Sailing Club: Includes all host of Virgin Voyages’ inclusions such as added gratuities and all dining. Also get access at this level to special discounts, early access to promos, and a quarterly newsletter.
- Blue Extras: Achieved at 3-4 sailings. Includes all perks of the above tier, plus 1 specialty coffee per day, exclusive cocktail event, dedicated sailor support, and one bag of complimentary laundry.
- Deep Blue Extras: Achieved at 5+ sailings. Includes the perks of the above, 2 specialty coffees per day, $100 bar credit, unlimited wi-fi, 2 pressed items, 1 bag of laundry, and priority boarding at embarkation.
Virgin Voyages offers a loyalty match from other cruise line programs. Learn more about how this process works here on the cruise line’s website.
Learn more about Virgin Voyages’ loyalty program here.
Windstar Cruises
Program: Yacht Club
Sign Up/How it Works: Enrolled automatically after the first cruise. You’ll earn one point per cruise day for most bookings, 1.5 points per cruise day for bookings on Wind Class suites or Deluxe Suites on Star Plus Class, and 2 points per cruise day for Owner’s and Classic Suites on the Star Plus Class and the Bridge Suite on Wind Surf.
Program Tiers:
- One Star - 1-15 points. Includes 5% cruise fare saving plus an additional 5% for onboard bookings or bookings within 60 days after disembarkation. 5% off unlimited laundry package, Wi-Fi, Windstar branded merchandise, and customized keycard.
- Two Star - 16-39 points. Includes all perks of the above tier, plus $50 onboard credit per person and 5% off Windstar shore excursions.
- Three Star - 40-89 points. All perks of the above tiers are included, plus the opportunity to dine with a yacht's officer, $75 onboard credit per person, as well as 10% off unlimited laundry package, Wi-Fi, Windstar merchandise, and shore excursions.
- Four Star - 90+ points. All perks of above tiers, plus the special privilege of dining with the yacht's Captain or a Senior Officer, $100 onboard credit per person, 10% off beverage packages, complimentary Wi-Fi and laundry packages, 15% off Windstar shore excursions, and 15% off Windstar branded merchandise.
Learn more about Windstar’s loyalty program here.
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Posted by axis7477
By looking at the above lists, Celebrity Stands out as the BEST loyalty membership.