tgunn1978 Posted February 2, 2013 #1 Share Posted February 2, 2013 We have had our cabin booked for about a month now. Its deposited. Then, last week the AWESOME-ATION event came out. My bf and I entered through the alternate entry form every day. Then yesterday he got an email stating that he won an upgrade package. It says he can use it after he books a cabin to upgrade, or he will get a Carnival gift card for $1000 to use on his next cruise. Here is our dilemma: We are cruising on May 20th, 2013. We already have the Grand Suite booked. There is no upgrade as this is the best you can get on the ship. So, my question is will be able to use the gift card to take $1000 off of our balance? If it must be used on a new booking only, will we be able to use it to book another cabin for our son and grandaughter to come with us? We tried calling the fulfillment center, but after many minutes of ringing, the call was disconnected. This happened a few times. Does anyone know anything about this gift card win? Thanks for your input.:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMWTim Posted February 2, 2013 #2 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Speak to a human at CCL before doing anything. Confirmation is key. Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgunn1978 Posted February 2, 2013 Author #3 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Speak to a human at CCL before doing anything. Confirmation is key. Congrats! Thank you! We have spoken to Carnival. It is a legitimate win. However the prize fulfillment dept handles the prizes. They were so busy today, we couldn't get through on the phone, so we sent an email. Hoping to hear back soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMWTim Posted February 2, 2013 #4 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Thank you!We have spoken to Carnival. It is a legitimate win. However the prize fulfillment dept handles the prizes. They were so busy today, we couldn't get through on the phone, so we sent an email. Hoping to hear back soon. Sweet and glad it's legit! The spammers send out tons of bogus emails about free stuff to us fellow cruisers and I was just looking out. Have a epic trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pichjoe Posted February 2, 2013 #5 Share Posted February 2, 2013 We won as well, we are sailing on the 24th of this month, I sent an email as well to the prize fulfillment people and got a response that Carnival was aware of our sailing date and that if they couldn't apply it to this cruise we would get the $1000 credit toward our next. It might be better to get the credit rather than the upgrades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruisegirl6 Posted February 2, 2013 #6 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Read the actual wording it usually states "up to 1k" I still think there are catches people not realize yet, nobody gives away anything for nothing. About applying to another cruise does the wording actually state that in the sweepstakes if not I not think thats possible that you can apply to another booking. I not surprised you trying to contact them but you got disconnected, again, nobody gets anything for nothing there is a catch somewhere I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurab23 Posted February 2, 2013 #7 Share Posted February 2, 2013 I am glad to hear that some people are winning by the alternate way.I had my doubts that people would. Laura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pale lady Posted February 2, 2013 #8 Share Posted February 2, 2013 I also won by the alternate method. We have a cruise booked in two weeks. So they will probably not be able to apply it to this one. And even if it isn't the full $1000 prize a win is a win! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottsSweetie Posted February 2, 2013 #9 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Congratulations on your win!! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewpapa Posted February 2, 2013 #10 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Awesome! Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DebsterW Posted February 2, 2013 #11 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Can you enter more then once? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pale lady Posted February 2, 2013 #12 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Can you enter more then once? You can enter once a day using the alternate method according to the fine print. But today is the last day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgunn1978 Posted February 2, 2013 Author #13 Share Posted February 2, 2013 Read the actual wording it usually states "up to 1k"I still think there are catches people not realize yet, nobody gives away anything for nothing. About applying to another cruise does the wording actually state that in the sweepstakes if not I not think thats possible that you can apply to another booking. I not surprised you trying to contact them but you got disconnected, again, nobody gets anything for nothing there is a catch somewhere I think. Our letter states that it is a $1000 gift card, and it CAN BE APPLIED TO ANOTHER BOOKING. It also says that we will get a 1099 at the end of this year, because this prize value is $1000. And all prizes over $600 in value require a 1099 for tax reporting purposes. I read the email letter very carefully. There is also a declaration of compliance form we have to sign and return to them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruisegirl6 Posted February 2, 2013 #14 Share Posted February 2, 2013 That part is true about over 600 have to pay taxes and report it. You see, they giving you 1k but now you have to get it by booking up another trip which will cost you more money (cruise fare, drinks, tips, etc) certainly 1k won't pay for an entire week trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BananaAnna Posted February 2, 2013 #15 Share Posted February 2, 2013 That part is true about over 600 have to pay taxes and report it. You see, they giving you 1k but now you have to get it by booking up another trip which will cost you more money (cruise fare, drinks, tips, etc) certainly 1k won't pay for an entire week trip. Actually, you can cruise for less than 1K.... Using your 5/6/13 cruise as an example, current pricing is: 319.00 fare, interior, Super Saver rate 78.55 fees/taxes 57.50 tips _________ 455.05 x 2 folks cruising = $910.10 Nowhere does Carnival say they are giving you a free cruise, they are awarding (at least in some cases) a $1K gift card. Personally if they offer me one I'm gonna take it and say thank you very much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgunn1978 Posted February 3, 2013 Author #16 Share Posted February 3, 2013 Actually, you can cruise for less than 1K....Using your 5/6/13 cruise as an example, current pricing is: 319.00 fare, interior, Super Saver rate 78.55 fees/taxes 57.50 tips _________ 455.05 x 2 folks cruising = $910.10 Nowhere does Carnival say they are giving you a free cruise, they are awarding (at least in some cases) a $1K gift card. Personally if they offer me one I'm gonna take it and say thank you very much! EXACTLY!!! We are thrilled to be in the WINNER's group!!! If we have to use it to book another cruise, we will pay for a cabin for our son and grandkids to come and use it for that. If that doesn't work, we will use it for our next cruise! LOL It's a pleasure to win. I dont care if its for a free photo on the ship. Free is Free, and we will take whatever free stuff they want to give us! It's sad that so many posters try to find a reason to downplay the good fortune of others. Thanks BananaAnna:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pale lady Posted February 3, 2013 #17 Share Posted February 3, 2013 EXACTLY!!! We are thrilled to be in the WINNER's group!!! If we have to use it to book another cruise, we will pay for a cabin for our son and grandkids to come and use it for that. If that doesn't work, we will use it for our next cruise! LOL It's a pleasure to win. I dont care if its for a free photo on the ship. Free is Free, and we will take whatever free stuff they want to give us! It's sad that so many posters try to find a reason to downplay the good fortune of others. Thanks BananaAnna:D Just what I was thinking! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjtulsa Posted February 3, 2013 #18 Share Posted February 3, 2013 CONGRATS :) I booked 2 cabins during the sale but of course I didnt win... I NEVER win anything :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgunn1978 Posted February 3, 2013 Author #19 Share Posted February 3, 2013 CONGRATS :) I booked 2 cabins during the sale but of course I didnt win... I NEVER win anything :( They aren't finished notifying winners, so you can still win. You can also enter thru the Alternate method of entry. Today is the last day to enter. But, hey even if you don't win,....YOU ARE GOING ON A CRUISE!!!! That's the best reason to celebrate!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Love my butler Posted February 3, 2013 #20 Share Posted February 3, 2013 There is no such thing as a free lunch. Carnival does not make money by giving away thousands of dollars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dobiemom Posted February 3, 2013 #21 Share Posted February 3, 2013 Congrats to all the winners! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siestakeys04 Posted February 3, 2013 #22 Share Posted February 3, 2013 Congrats on the wins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgunn1978 Posted February 8, 2013 Author #23 Share Posted February 8, 2013 THANKS EVERYONE that sent congrats. We did speak to the folks in charge of the prizes, and since we entered through the Alternate Method of Entry, we will receive the $1000 via a Carnival Gift card that can be used just like money on the ship, to pay for our sons cabin, or to use for excursions, etc. We will get it in a few weeks so we have time to decide how to spend it! Very excited! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siestakeys04 Posted February 8, 2013 #24 Share Posted February 8, 2013 That is a very good win have fun planning :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gelo7 Posted February 8, 2013 #25 Share Posted February 8, 2013 Congratulations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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