Milestone perk: OBC redeemable ON milestone cruise?

[iamsteph]

Is the Milestone perk of OBC redeemable on the milestone cruise itself?  Trying to get recent experiences on this, as Carnival's website states a future OBC credit but I've seen where some have redeemed it on their milestone cruise.  I'm trying to decide whether it's worth it to get another cruise in prior to a 14-day I have booked lol.  

[sanmarcosman]

Yes you can ask for the OBC for the cruise you become milestone. I was told you pay in advance and tell them you want to use your milestone reward. When you board the ship you will then have an OBC on your account with a value of 25% of what you paid for your cruise fare only. You do not receive a milestone credit for taxes, fees or any pre-paid gratuities. 

[ALWAYS CRUZIN]

4 hours ago, iamsteph said:

Is the Milestone perk of OBC redeemable on the milestone cruise itself?  Trying to get recent experiences on this, as Carnival's website states a future OBC credit but I've seen where some have redeemed it on their milestone cruise.  I'm trying to decide whether it's worth it to get another cruise in prior to a 14-day I have booked lol.  

We just did our 50th and I called. They want you to call 30 days or longer in advance before you take your cruise. If the both of you are eligible you can both apply for that cruise or just one take it now and the other take it on a different cruise. I suggest you call. You might get a different answer. Here is all the info.

GUEST RECOGNITION - MILESTONE REWARDS PROGRAM

As part of Carnival’s Guest Recognition Program, Milestone Rewards was developed in appreciation of longtime Carnival guests.  This milestone reward benefit is in addition to the wide range of amenities and privileges that guests already receive as part of the VIFP Club.

Milestone Rewards Program denotes a guest’s 25th, 50th 75th and 100th revenue cruise with Carnival.  Guests will receive a special Milestone Sail & Sign card on their corresponding Milestone cruise.  We want to distinguish guests on their Milestone sailing with a unique card so that we can make his/her Milestone experience extra special and memorable.  After this milestone cruise, they will revert to the card that corresponds to their VIFP level.

In appreciation for their loyalty, the guest will also be granted the opportunity to redeem a future non-refundable onboard credit equivalent to 25%, 50% or 75% of the cruise ticket price, corresponding to the milestone reached. And when a guest reaches his/her 100th cruise, will qualify for a FREE Caribbean, Mexican Riviera, Alaska or Australia cruise of their choice (8 days or less, for 2 guests), in accommodations up to and including Ocean Suites (category OS). This onboard credit may be applied to any future cruise in accordance with the terms and conditions below.  

If you have questions regarding your Milestone rewards, please contact our Milestone's Desk at 877-CCL-VIPS. 877-225-8477

Terms and Conditions (in fine print on the bottom of the Milestone letter)

·       Milestone Reward is valid for its stated value in U.S. dollars, only on Carnival Cruise Line and/or Carnival Australia cruise booking, to be used as a credit on board a ship. The Milestone Reward is not valid on any other cruise line, including any Carnival Corporation affiliate line. Milestone Reward is nontransferable, nonrefundable and has no cash value.

·       Milestone Reward must be redeemed at least 30 days prior to sail date and will be applied to the booking on the week prior to sailing.

·       Only one Milestone Reward is redeemable per guest, per booking; more than one guest per booking may redeem a Milestone Reward.

·       Booking must be made within 18 months of the date stated on the letter from Carnival's Milestone Desk; there is no specific sailing window.

 

 

[hockeyluver]

6 hours ago, iamsteph said:

Is the Milestone perk of OBC redeemable on the milestone cruise itself?  Trying to get recent experiences on this, as Carnival's website states a future OBC credit but I've seen where some have redeemed it on their milestone cruise.  I'm trying to decide whether it's worth it to get another cruise in prior to a 14-day I have booked lol.  

This is why we added a short 4 day cruise to our 8 day in October,  we are booked on a 14 day  Journey cruise January 2024 and it will be my 25th cruise. 😛   Hubby needs one more cruise for his 25th,  that will be Alaska 😄 

[iamsteph]

Thanks all!! I guess I'll pay the deposit on my hold 😄 

[ALWAYS CRUZIN]

I say call because on our 25th I had no idea about a Milestone OBC. The bar tender congratulated us and ask if we got out OBC. He then explained what it was. We went to Guest services and they applied the 25% of the cost of my cruise to the OBC. So it was applied on the 25th cruise. Do not know if they would do it now.

[nwcruiselover]

3 hours ago, ALWAYS CRUZIN said:

I say call because on our 25th I had no idea about a Milestone OBC. The bar tender congratulated us and ask if we got out OBC. He then explained what it was. We went to Guest services and they applied the 25% of the cost of my cruise to the OBC. So it was applied on the 25th cruise. Do not know if they would do it now.

I’m glad to know this.  I have already booked my 22nd  through 25th cruises, and the 25th is an expensive one.  Good to know I can get my 25% OBC ON that cruise!  I’ll call ahead of time though.

[ALWAYS CRUZIN]

6 minutes ago, nwcruiselover said:

I’m glad to know this.  I have already booked my 22nd  through 25th cruises, and the 25th is an expensive one.  Good to know I can get my 25% OBC ON that cruise!  I’ll call ahead of time though.

If you and your wife are both doing your 25th on the expensive cruise. You both can get the 25% Let's say you paid $1500.00 each Just the basic cost before port and tax.. With both claiming the 25% you will get a total of $750.00 OBC $375.00 for you and another $375.00 for your wife.