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- Feb
- 2014
What are the benefits of joining a cruise line loyalty program? A review of Norwegian, Royal Caribbean and Princess (part 2 of 5)
Cruise lines offer great benefits for their loyal customers. You can get privileges like priority embarkation, tendering and disembarkation; a chance to meet the captain and officers; as well as invitations to exclusive cocktail parties and dinners. And if you’re a fan of freebies, then sign-up to get everything from free drinks to free cruises. Loyalty programs are always being upgraded and modified so cruise lines can make sure they’re providing the amenities you want. Below is a recap of the current Loyalty Programs for Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean Cruises, and Princess Cruises. Who are you loyal to?
Norwegian Cruise Lines—Latitudes
Earn 1 point for every cruise night. Earn an additional point per night for staying in a suite or The Haven. Earn an additional point per night if you book 9+ months in advance. Earn an additional point per night when booking a Latitudes Inside Offer. That’s up to 4 points per night!
Bronze Tier (1-19 points)
- Up to $250 onboard credits on select sailings
- Priority check-in
- Members-only cocktail party
- 10% off the duty free shop
- FREE art when attending art auction
- Discounts on internet packages
Silver Tier (20-47 points)
All of the above +
- 15% off on photos
- 15% off on Spa Signature Services
- Nightly in-cabin chocolates
- Invitation to an exclusive gathering with ship officers
Gold Tier (48-75 points)
All of the above +
- 20% off on photos
- 20% off on Spa Signature Services
- 25% off one bag of laundry
- Priority disembarkation and tender tickets
- Welcome gift
Platinum Tier (76+ points)
All of the above +
- 25% off on photos
- 25% off on Spa Signature Services
- FREE bag of laundry
- FREE Chocolate-covered strawberries and sparkling wine
- FREE dinner and wine in LeBistro with a bottle of wine
- FREE “Behind the Scenes” ship tour
- Concierge service
Princess Cruises—Captain’s Circle
Rewards are based on the number of cruises you take or based on the total number of days you cruise. If you book a suite or sail alone and pay the single supplement, you earn double.
Gold Member (1 cruise)
- Up to $100 early booking discount
- 50% reduced deposit on early bookings
- Exclusive members-only events
- Princess Passport which is stamped and signed by the Captain depicting your destination
- Gold member pin
Ruby Member (4-5 cruises or 31 to 50 days)
All the above +
- Princess Platinum Vacation Protection Upgrade
- 10% off the Reflections DVD of your cruise
Platinum Member (6-15 cruises or 51-150 cruise days)
All the above +
- FREE cruise atlas
- Preferred check-in
- Exclusive lounge for disembarkation
- FREE internet use (minutes depends on length of cruise)
Elite Member (16+ cruises or 151+ cruise days)
All of the above +
- Priority tender embarkation
- Priority disembarkation
- FREE shoe shines
- FREE dry cleaning and laundry
- Afternoon tea delivered to your room
- Canapés on formal night delivered to your room
- FREE wine-tasting event
- FREE mini-bar setup (refills not included)
- Bath amenities that are offered in suites
- 10% off boutique purchases
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line—Crown & Anchor
Earn one point for each cruise night. Earn double points when you book a suite. Also, refer a friend and earn $25 in onboard credit.
Gold Member (3-29 points)
- Exclusive onboard booking bonus
- Coupon book
- Invited to Welcome Back Party
- SeaPass Card recognition
- Meet the Stars!
- Priority check-in
- Private departure lounge with continental breakfast
Platinum Member (30-54 points)
All the above +
- Exclusive Top Tier event
- Robes for use onboard
- Signature lapel pin
Emerald Member (55-79 points)
All of the above +
- A special welcome gift
Diamond Member (80-174 points)
All the above +
- Milestone recognition
- Chefs Choice gift
- Priority wait-list for shore excursions and spa appointments
- Priority departure
- Special breakfasts
- Entertainment tour
- Access to Diamond lounge
- Exclusive nightly Diamond event
Diamond-Plus Member (175-699 points)
All the above +
- Behind-the-scenes tours
- Personalized gift
- Access to Diamond-Plus concierge lounge
- Priority seating at theater, ice show and AquaTheater events
- Meal with an Officer (340+ points)
- Upgraded bathroom amenities (340+ points)
- Bonus gift (350+ points)
- Bonus gift (525+ points)
Pinnacle Club Member (700+ points)
All of the above +
- Personalized Pinnacle Club pin
- Pinnacle Club Gold Card with exclusive privileges
- FREE 7-night cruise in a junior suite
- FREE 7-night cruise in junior suite (1,400 points)
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Linda Brandt joined the team at CruiseExperts.com in November 2011. She has been working with the marketing team in many capacities. Her new role is to pass on the expertise of the agency to help travelers understand the world of cruising through blogging. She studied journalism and writing in college and was a writer for The Campus newspaper for two years at the College of the Sequoias. She is also currently working on her Bachelor’s degree.
