Why not "student rate"?

[caribbeanboy]

There are all kind of rates, but have never seen a student rate for people that are on a really low budget. Your opinions pls.

[firefly333]

Carnival doesnt want to encourage younger folks to cruise alone. They have one of the toughest age rules, that if one person is age 20, the other has to be 25.

 

They dont do it because they already have discounted 3rd and 4th rates, if someone wants to travel with their parents. They dont want students cruising alone, because they most likely wouldnt be 21 or over .. unless they werent very good students more than likely. Most graduate by the time they are 21 or 22 from college.

[Justsyd]

I see no reason for a student rate. I just wrapped up a 4 day cruise for a whopping $164pp ES rate. Can't get much better than that!

[mcarlson]

Carnival doesnt want to encourage younger folks to cruise alone. They have one of the toughest age rules, that if one person is age 20, the other has to be 25.

 

They dont do it because they already have discounted 3rd and 4th rates, if someone wants to travel with their parents. They dont want students cruising alone, because they most likely wouldnt be 21 or over .. unless they werent very good students more than likely. Most graduate by the time they are 21 or 22 from college.

 

 

Seriously? "most graduate by the time they are 21 or 22 unless they weren't very good students?" what about graduate students? students doing a second degree? a specialty program that requires a degree before acceptance? I am a few months shy of my 25th birthday and this is my 7th year enrolled in University. I am on my second degree, this one required a degree before I could apply. Anyways, back to the OP, a student rate would be great, but luckily cruises are very affordable anyways and so even without the discount we can afford to cruise!

[Cruise Cat]

There are all kind of rates, but have never seen a student rate for people that are on a really low budget. Your opinions pls.

 

 

I see no reason for a student rate. I believe they should charge the exact same price for each passenger (per heartbeat) regardless of their age. I beileve the same thing at sporting events: One Heartbeat=One Seat=Price of Seat whether you sit in it or not.

[Haoie]

They don't even give student rates for flights.

 

Heck, a lot of attractions don't even do that anymore! It's either child, adult, or get lost.

[klfrodo]

I want to fly to my next cruise in a private G5 Gulfstream.

Why don't they have specials fares for people like me? :eek:

[Cruise Cat]

I want to fly to my next cruise in a private G5 Gulfstream.

Why don't they have specials fares for people like me? :eek:

 

I understand what you are saying: It is your constitutional right and it is our obligation to pay extra to supplement your cost to make up the difference to the company.:D

[PMBARBARA]

Figure it this way............a 22, 24, 28 or whatever age "student" will eat as much and take up as much room as the same person who is not a student. Why should I pay more for a room because I'm working and not going to school?

[Thirsty Cruiser]

I want to fly to my next cruise in a private G5 Gulfstream.

Why don't they have specials fares for people like me? :eek:

I'd rather be so fly, like a G6, like a G6, like a G6 :cool:

 

Even mil discounts are not much sometimes, so you are not missing too much.

[firefly333]

Seriously? "most graduate by the time they are 21 or 22 unless they weren't very good students?" what about graduate students? students doing a second degree? a specialty program that requires a degree before acceptance? I am a few months shy of my 25th birthday and this is my 7th year enrolled in University. I am on my second degree, this one required a degree before I could apply. Anyways, back to the OP, a student rate would be great, but luckily cruises are very affordable anyways and so even without the discount we can afford to cruise!

 

Come on most students do not go on to grad school. .. and before you jump on me, I started college at 17, and went on to a MBA and MS and part of my PHD in business before I quit. Came to Texas after I got my MBA. I dont think Im typical. I think MOST people graduate from college (note I didnt say grad school) by the time they are 21 or 22. And sure some go back to school. I dont think most go to college for 10 years like I did. I was working after my undergraduate degree.. well even before.

 

I was saying MOST.

 

The point is Carnival doesnt want to encourage that age to cruise more... they are trying to rid themselves of their old party cruise image, hence the more strict age limits...I guess you missed that part of my point.

 

I do think MOST kids graduate in 4 years from college.

[Basicmike08]

Well I'm the planner for our group, and we are headed on our 2nd cruise. We are all college students now of the age 21. Our first cruise was with Royal Caribbean because as long as someone is 21, 18 and up can come along. This trip was to the Bahamas (4 nights) with two 4 person rooms at about $330 including tips per person. I'm also a hefty saver and with the use of a credit card to delay the payment a month, we are able to organize nicely.

 

Planning early is key to figuring out who can go/pay for the cruise. I start about 4 months before the chosen date, and then set dates for payments to be due and the amounts. This gives everyone a realistic idea if they can go/afford it. And don't try for spring break, the prices are always through the roof. Try between spring and summer break.

 

And why not use those nice low interest sometimes no interest student loans ;) I say that only in the way that you take care of your debt, and be smart with your choices.

 

And be respectful of others on the cruise as most people are families. Be polite, and party quietly! We enjoyed are last time with half the kids and older groups anyways, this time were bringing 13 people as word of these trips had much praise.

 

It can be done, just save your money :) Use facebook to rally the crew also ;)

[PCHENG]

Just my 2 cents, but a student generally has less disposable income than a similarly aged working professional. Also, a substantial majority of students are below 21 and can't legally drink or gamble (though I am not sure if Carnival has the same age restriction as land based casinoes and bars as I don't drink or gamble). Why should Carnival discount the cruise price for someone who is not going to spend as much?

[Equest]

Carnival gives every special group a discount, we all belong to at least one special group and we all get the discount. Enjoy your discount.

[wildeklave]

Just my 2 cents, but a student generally has less disposable income than a similarly aged working professional. Also, a substantial majority of students are below 21 and can't legally drink or gamble (though I am not sure if Carnival has the same age restriction as land based casinoes and bars as I don't drink or gamble). Why should Carnival discount the cruise price for someone who is not going to spend as much?

 

I think this is a main part of the reason.They have a Seniors rate but not a student rate. Seniors tend to have more disposable income to spend. Plus students will either travel with their parents (who have the income) or with other students.

 

The state rooms are typically small to start with. If you have 3-4 students per room it will get clogged. Plus if they are college aged they will probably want to drink on shore and try to sneak alcohol into the rooms, potentially causing issues.

[Equest]

Any ideas on why Carnival does not offer individual discounts based on previous cruise sail and sign charges? I would think Carnival would like to have big sail and sign spenders onboard.

[golfadj]

I personally think they have complicated their fares enough.

 

However would be willing to accept the left handed cruisers discount.

[Thirsty Cruiser]

I personally think they have complicated their fares enough.

 

However would be willing to accept the left handed cruisers discount.

I'm in for the male pattern baldness discount, :D :o

[firefly333]

I personally think they have complicated their fares enough.

 

However would be willing to accept the left handed cruisers discount.

 

I think the ES rules and exceptions and now they will allow you to take a gty if you give up your cabin, but before they said no.. drives everyone crazy. I would like them to print the rules, instead of internal rules.

[drosphot]

I personally think they have complicated their fares enough.

 

However would be willing to accept the left handed cruisers discount.

 

They had to cancel that when the Leftorium closed... ;)

[golfadj]

I'm in for the male pattern baldness discount, :D :o

 

Can I get both? Wow the left handed, past guest, baldness, senior rate.

 

Than we combine with FCC and stockholder obc.

 

Maybe they will pay me to cruise with all that.

[Basicmike08]

I think this is a main part of the reason.They have a Seniors rate but not a student rate. Seniors tend to have more disposable income to spend. Plus students will either travel with their parents (who have the income) or with other students.

 

The state rooms are typically small to start with. If you have 3-4 students per room it will get clogged. Plus if they are college aged they will probably want to drink on shore and try to sneak alcohol into the rooms, potentially causing issues.

 

I agree completely. 4 in a room is packed, but works...sometimes, haha! And of course students will have a water rather than a drink. But try to not think this of all students, but its true for most :D

 

 

Can I get both? Wow the left handed, past guest, baldness, senior rate.

 

Than we combine with FCC and stockholder obc.

 

Maybe they will pay me to cruise with all that.

 

Haha, you should! I'll tag along, just keep me in the extra closet, haha ;) I'll cover our tee times at the courses!

[notme1955]

There are all kind of rates, but have never seen a student rate for people that are on a really low budget.

 

What about a discount for the working poor? They're probably on a lower budget than students are--especially if they have a couple of kids. Don't they deserve a cruise vactaion, too?

 

Personally, I think the discounts that Carnival offers now are fine. Early Saver is a less expensive option for just about everyone.

[blindrid]

There are all kind of rates, but have never seen a student rate for people that are on a really low budget. Your opinions pls.

 

I guess I'm confused. Just because one is on a low budget, with minimal spendable income that a for-profit company should lower their rates? I guess we are now in the age that one "deserves" to go on a cruise.

 

What you have described is the reason why they would not discount a cruise - you would not fit their ideal demographics since it would not be profitable for you to be on the boat.

 

Good point with the PP with everyone qualifying for a special discount, that would mean that everyone would pay the current price anyway.....

[Basicmike08]

OK as long as you do not come out of the closet during the cruise.

 

Haha, I knew that comment was coming. Worried my handicap is better or what? :p

 

But back on topic, I think the ES rate is a great discount to get on a cruise. If you are working on a budget, you shouldn't be searching 7 night cruises for a cheap rate. You can get deals on those for sure but stick with cruises in your budget.

 

The credit from Sail & sign cards could be tough, but it is a decent idea. Maybe they can give you credit on your Sail card for the next cruise to use?