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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