livingitup Posted February 4, 2013 #1 Share Posted February 4, 2013 I am thinking about calling Carnival and asking for, say some complementary wine, fruit basket, or onbard credit. What do you think? I have taken more than 6 cruises on Carnival, can they spread the love?;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWcruisers Posted February 4, 2013 #2 Share Posted February 4, 2013 I've taken 39. Ask me how much love they give me.:rolleyes: Let me know if you're successful. I've never thought to ask for something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishnyc Posted February 4, 2013 #3 Share Posted February 4, 2013 This will be my first time cruising with Carnival. They should give me something for free to make sure I want to come back again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWcruisers Posted February 4, 2013 #4 Share Posted February 4, 2013 This will be my first time cruising with Carnival. They should give me something for free to make sure I want to come back again. What's funny about that is you are more likely to get a call from the Upsell fairy than I am. They already know that I'm hooked. Rarely get the call. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPete Posted February 4, 2013 #5 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Just supply your sailing info on John Healds Facebook page a week before sailing, and he win have someone send you something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMWTim Posted February 4, 2013 #6 Share Posted February 4, 2013 I've taken 39. Ask me how much love they give me.:rolleyes: CWcruisers...how much love have they gave you? 39 cruises? 39:eek: Have you considered adoption? Looking for a happy early 40's couple that likes to travel? :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare sparks1093 Posted February 4, 2013 #7 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Just supply your sailing info on John Healds Facebook page a week before sailing, and he win have someone send you something. Yep, not even sure you need a reason to get something from Mr. Heald. But if you did need a reason you could try that your neighbor's third cousin's former third grade teacher's sister has an ingrown toe nail. That might work.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfadj Posted February 4, 2013 #8 Share Posted February 4, 2013 I am thinking about calling Carnival and asking for, say some complementary wine, fruit basket, or onbard credit. What do you think? I have taken more than 6 cruises on Carnival, can they spread the love?;) Sure and why not ask for upgrade to owners suite while you are at it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tapi Posted February 4, 2013 #9 Share Posted February 4, 2013 The simple answer is: NO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPete Posted February 4, 2013 #10 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Yep, not even sure you need a reason to get something from Mr. Heald. But if you did need a reason you could try that your neighbor's third cousin's former third grade teacher's sister has an ingrown toe nail. That might work.;) Nope. Just say "I want" and ye shall receive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finzup-kt Posted February 4, 2013 #11 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Short answer is NO. Long answer - a great company should not have to be "asked" to reward it's most loyal customers. If you're unhappy with Carnivals loyalty items (whatever they are) maybe find a different cruise line that puts more emphasis on customer retention/satisfaction (if it exists?) . I think it's a bit cheesy to ask for something. I don't know, that's just me and my .02. I am not saying any of this in a sarcastic manner.. just being honest with my .02 :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingoftheicedragons Posted February 4, 2013 #12 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Sure they'll give you something....if this is your 6th cruise, you will get 1) a coupon for a free drink at breakfast/lunch/brunch as well as an invite to the gold/platinum/diamond party where you will be given as many free drinks as you can drink during that 45 minutes. Calling and asking for something free is likely to get you nowhere. I do agree that going to John Heald and asking may get you something, but unless this cruise is a special occasion--birthday, anniversary, honeymoon--doing this is just tacky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPete Posted February 4, 2013 #13 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Short answer is NO. Long answer - a great company should not have to be "asked" to reward it's most loyal customers. If you're unhappy with Carnivals loyalty items (whatever they are) maybe find a different cruise line that puts more emphasis on customer retention/satisfaction (if it exists?) . I think it's a bit cheesy to ask for something. I don't know, that's just me and my .02. Nope. That's what the loyalty perks were for. But now those same perks that the loyal earned are available just for the asking, and others you can buy up to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jolyroger Posted February 4, 2013 #14 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Sure and why not ask for upgrade to owners suite while you are at it LOL, Thank YOU!! You know know I was gonna post something in responce to the OP but then I thought is it worth it?? :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapeCodCruiser Posted February 4, 2013 #15 Share Posted February 4, 2013 It appears the OP's sarcasm was lost on many! Perhaps because they used the winky ;) instead of the eye rolling :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elleusion Posted February 4, 2013 #16 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Sure they'll give you something....if this is your 6th cruise, you will get 1) a coupon for a free drink at breakfast/lunch/brunch as well as an invite to the gold/platinum/diamond party where you will be given as many free drinks as you can drink during that 45 minutes. Hmmm not always true as this will be my sixth with Carnival and I will only hit 24 points on my next cruise.... :( Im gonna be one point away from GOLD...I don't really mind as it just means something to look forward to next cruise. Altho last cruise I did have a gold S&S and I feel as tho something awesome has been taken away from me until reality hit and I realized really it wasn't ALL that much.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfadj Posted February 4, 2013 #17 Share Posted February 4, 2013 It appears the OP's sarcasm was lost on many! Perhaps because they used the winky ;) instead of the eye rolling :rolleyes: I always like when people raise their left hand when being sarcastic so it is not lost on everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
livingitup Posted February 4, 2013 Author #18 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Thanks guys, I have really enjoyed all responses. Just thinking out the box. I'm just happy they let me get on the ship....YES!! Cant wait for my first cruise on THE SUNSHINE!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dee777 Posted February 4, 2013 #19 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Just booked our 5th cruise with Carnival, but not departing until February of next year. Last cruise I had a very nice fruit and cheese basket, bottle of wine and certificate for a free photo waiting in our room from the casino player's club, and another bottle of wine from our PVP. But none of these gifts had anything to do with appreciation from Carnival itself nor did I expect anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthlessBoss Posted February 4, 2013 #20 Share Posted February 4, 2013 It appears the OP's sarcasm was lost on many! Perhaps because they used the winky ;) instead of the eye rolling :rolleyes: Good grief, it was humor:) Some here take words waaay too seriously or don't read well:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckycruzer Posted February 4, 2013 #21 Share Posted February 4, 2013 I do get the "level" perks tho. But almost 250 days @ sea have been paid for! The occasional btl of wine from a Captain, and some specialty sweets from the sous Chef. Fruit baskets were discontinued years back, other than ordered from ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachbum53 Posted February 4, 2013 #22 Share Posted February 4, 2013 I am thinking about calling Carnival and asking for, say some complementary wine, fruit basket, or onbard credit. What do you think? I have taken more than 6 cruises on Carnival, can they spread the love?;) You will receive complimentary shampoo and liquid bath soap in your shower, as well as a towel animal on your bed, made just for you. It's Carnival's way of thanking you for your loyalty.:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gfh77665 Posted February 4, 2013 #23 Share Posted February 4, 2013 I shopped at Walmart hundreds of times...what is Walmart going to give me for free? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPete Posted February 4, 2013 #24 Share Posted February 4, 2013 I shopped at Walmart hundreds of times...what is Walmart going to give me for free? Never been in a Walmart, but Target gives you 5% off your purchases with their credit card. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mondello Posted February 4, 2013 #25 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Go to the Guest Services desk and you can get a free deck of cards. I've been on 6 cruises and never once remembered to do this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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