Rare ghstudio Posted July 24, 2019 #1 Share Posted July 24, 2019 We have heard for at least a couple of years that celebrity has been considering adding a level between elite plus and zenith. Some of us have calculated that at our current rate of cruising, two or maybe 3 a year in non suites, we will be far past 100 when reaching zenith. I was wondering if anyone is still looking at adding an intermediate, attainable, level. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alakegirl Posted July 24, 2019 #2 Share Posted July 24, 2019 I trid to post this same question just now but I got it on the wrong board, but maybe it will be answered in one place or another Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommyD3 Posted July 25, 2019 #3 Share Posted July 25, 2019 Any chance of adding a Zenith Plus level at 7500 points? The extra benefit could be the free specialty visit that was eliminated for top cruisers earlier this year !!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kathynorth Posted July 25, 2019 #4 Share Posted July 25, 2019 Please provide an update on the CC program. Every so often we read that an update to the program is coming soon, but then there is no update. The gap between elite+ and zenith is huge, just doesn't make sense. Also, the Elite Happy Hour perk was severely eroded with the arrival of drink package perks. Has Celebrity considered other ways of making this event special; maybe upgraded appetizers, solo musicians for soft entertainment or something to that effect? I'm sure the Celebrity team can find low or no cost ways to make your most loyal patrons feel special. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
govanguy Posted July 26, 2019 #5 Share Posted July 26, 2019 I asked similar questions during the recent Twitter chat....Completely ignored. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseParty Posted July 27, 2019 #6 Share Posted July 27, 2019 I think the points system based on length and cabin type works well but it should have another way of increasing your status similar to what Delta has For example if someone books a 2c balcony on a 7 day cruise and pays $1,000 and spends $5 on board total and I book a 1A, pay $1,500 and leave with a bill of $2,000 for excursions, photos, specialty, and spa, why would I not get more points towards the next status. Encourages me to more! Just a thought Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubled Posted July 27, 2019 #7 Share Posted July 27, 2019 Would love to see level between Elite+ and Zenith as now it seems will never get there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise a holic Posted July 28, 2019 #8 Share Posted July 28, 2019 We have almost 1600 points. We also would like to see a level between Elite and Zenith. Seems fair. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Miserable Posted July 30, 2019 #9 Share Posted July 30, 2019 Quite frankly the loyalty rewards are peanuts. Introduce another level above Elite+ and what, get 30% off a souvenir. Really? Not worth pushing for - I'd prefer the existing levels get better rewards. How about Elite + (& Zenith) getting elevator priority cards? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise a holic Posted August 10, 2019 #10 Share Posted August 10, 2019 Free laundry, free specialty coffees, discount and free internet minutes, etc. Many of those are a plus. The priority elevator isn't a problem. We wait or walk- 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brockmom Posted August 11, 2019 #11 Share Posted August 11, 2019 On 7/30/2019 at 4:55 PM, Mr Miserable said: Quite frankly the loyalty rewards are peanuts. Introduce another level above Elite+ and what, get 30% off a souvenir. Really? Not worth pushing for - I'd prefer the existing levels get better rewards. How about Elite + (& Zenith) getting elevator priority cards? Oh gee......people already feel like second class citizens with so many public spaces on board dedicated to suites etc. I would hate to see that. This is how Princess makes me feel when waiting in line at Guest services. One line for the Elite status which they pull from first and a second line for the second class people. Titanic all over again ! Lol i love the laundry and the free internet. With grand children at home I can keep in touch. I agree, there should certainly be another level between elite plus and zenith. I am another who will be dead before reaching this level even with 2 or 3 cruises per year. Right or wrong....just my two cents ! cheers Brockmom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa Lutoff-Perlo Posted August 12, 2019 #12 Share Posted August 12, 2019 Hello! We do not currently have plans to add a new tier between Elite Plus and Zenith. We do, however, appreciate the effort and dedication that it takes to move between our top two tiers. For that reason, we are looking into different ways to keep Elite Plus guests motivated on their way to Zenith. We also often run bonus point offers that allow members to earn extra points for certain sailings and activities like booking a back-to-back or using Flights by Celebrity. Keep an eye out for those to help boost your point balance. Thank you and have a great rest of your day! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseImage Posted August 13, 2019 #13 Share Posted August 13, 2019 16 hours ago, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo said: Hello! We do not currently have plans to add a new tier between Elite Plus and Zenith. We do, however, appreciate the effort and dedication that it takes to move between our top two tiers. For that reason, we are looking into different ways to keep Elite Plus guests motivated on their way to Zenith. We also often run bonus point offers that allow members to earn extra points for certain sailings and activities like booking a back-to-back or using Flights by Celebrity. Keep an eye out for those to help boost your point balance. Thank you and have a great rest of your day! LLP thanks for taking the time to answer all of these questions. Having very recently reached the top loyalty status after almost 20 years of cruising with this amazing company I applaud your thoughts and ideas of keeping your guests motivated to reach Zenith, as I do agree it is a big gap. However I feel this gap is set to a sufficient level to give those who reach it a great feeling of achievement. Lowering or making the status more accessible would lose it exclusivity for those who have either committed to cruising with the company for many years or made it an investment to reach Zenith and then enjoy the benefits into the future. Having cruised for so long with the company I think I met most people at all levels across the fleet and hope one day I can get to meet you in person. Thanks again for your time in replying. A 😎 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johhnnyt Posted August 14, 2019 #14 Share Posted August 14, 2019 Was glad to see this question answered. The CC rumors about a new level have been flying for 5+ years anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommyD3 Posted August 15, 2019 #15 Share Posted August 15, 2019 How about a total revamp of the Captain's Club program? On the Edge transatlantic cruise the head of sales gave a presentation indicating the program would be changed later this year. Supposed to be more in line with airline frequent flyer programs and more spending based. Any comments? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise a holic Posted August 18, 2019 #16 Share Posted August 18, 2019 Would definately like a category between Elite plus and Zenith- the span is crazy. Should have some category at about 1500-1700. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggie.1008 Posted August 20, 2019 #17 Share Posted August 20, 2019 So sorry to hear this. I have 26 cruises with X and 3 more booked. We have over 1500 points. No real motivation to rack up points as we will never make Zenith. Going on Oceania in November. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hulamoon Posted September 3, 2019 #18 Share Posted September 3, 2019 On 8/20/2019 at 7:55 AM, maggie.1008 said: So sorry to hear this. I have 26 cruises with X and 3 more booked. We have over 1500 points. No real motivation to rack up points as we will never make Zenith. Going on Oceania in November. I understand that, I shop more frequently after reaching Elite Plus. That said, I do like the benefits of Elite Plus, but it's a win win if there are incentives to less shopping in the desert between Elite Plus and Zenith. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OuiOnboard Posted March 8, 2020 #19 Share Posted March 8, 2020 On 8/12/2019 at 1:32 PM, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo said: Hello! We do not currently have plans to add a new tier between Elite Plus and Zenith. We do, however, appreciate the effort and dedication that it takes to move between our top two tiers. For that reason, we are looking into different ways to keep Elite Plus guests motivated on their way to Zenith. We also often run bonus point offers that allow members to earn extra points for certain sailings and activities like booking a back-to-back or using Flights by Celebrity. Keep an eye out for those to help boost your point balance. Thank you and have a great rest of your day! This may be a good time to dust off some old ideas to show appreciation for the effort and dedication of those between Elite+ and Zenith. A few of us would probably find new motivation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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