John McGuire Cruising with Carnival is not just about exploring new destinations and soaking in the fun aboard; it’s also about being appreciated for your loyalty through their Very Important Fun Person (VIFP) Club. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned cruiser, the VIFP program enhances your vacation with a fleet of perks designed to reward and entice. Let’s dive into the benefits that make this loyalty program a “must-join” for any Carnival cruiser.
Tiered Membership for Tailored Experiences
The VIFP Club is structured across five levels — Blue, Red, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond — with rewards escalating at each tier. You start accruing points from your first sailing, and as your points increase with each cruise day, so do your benefits.
Blue (First Sailors)
- Access to members-only offers
- A dedicated VIFP e-newsletter
Red (Second Sailing to 24 Points)
- All Blue benefits
- A complimentary 1-liter bottle of water delivered to your stateroom
Gold (25 – 74 Points)
- All Red benefits
- A special Gold-level VIFP pin to commemorate your loyalty
- Appreciation drink on 5+ day cruises that is redeemable at any bar on the last evening of the cruise after 5 p.m.
Platinum (75 – 199 Points)
- All Gold benefits
- Priority check-in and boarding
- Priority spa reservations
- Platinum gift on every sailing
- “Chocolate Delight,” a sweet surprise delivered to your stateroom
- Complimentary wash and fold laundry service
- Platinum and Diamond VIFP Party on 5+ day sailings (featuring complimentary drinks)
- $25 in Casino FunPlay
- $5 worth of complimentary arcade credits (guests under 18 only)
Diamond (200+ Points)
- All Platinum benefits
- Guaranteed dining times and specialty restaurant reservations
- A one-time complimentary meal for two at a specialty restaurant
- Unlimited complimentary wash and fold laundry service
- A dedicated toll-free number for sales and service
- VIFP Club luggage tag set
- One-time free cabin upgrade OR third, fourth and fifth guests sail free
- Special event invitation from the captain on each sailing
Exclusive Offers and Special Acknowledgments
No matter the level, VIFP members receive special offerings and acknowledgment onboard. From discounts on future cruises, reserved exclusively for VIFP members, to birthday treats, your membership acknowledges special occasions and ensures savings are always part of your sea-going adventures.
Waived Fees and Complimentary Services
As your points accumulate, so does your access to waived fees and complimentary services.
- Red members benefit from a much-needed bottle of water, while Gold members receive an appreciation drink on 5+ day cruises.
- Reaching Platinum means never worrying about your onboard laundry, with complimentary services to keep your vacation wardrobe fresh.
- The ultimate Diamond level eliminates the dilemma of choosing between your favorite eateries with a free specialty dining experience.
Priority Services
Why stand in line when you can cruise through with priority status? Platinum and Diamond members benefit significantly from preferential treatment that includes:
- Expedited embarkation and debarkation processes make transitions as smooth as the seas.
- An exclusive priority line at the Guest Services desk saves you time for more fun activities onboard.
- Priority tender boarding gets you to those gorgeous ports of call more quickly.
Insider Access and Personalized Recognition
There’s something special about feeling recognized, and Carnival’s VIFP program ensures that with personalized acknowledgments:
- Members-only cocktail receptions offer a platform to mingle with fellow cruisers and share sea stories.
- Commemorative pins and gifts serve as delightful mementos of your voyages.
- The dedicated toll-free number for Diamond members means your loyalty is matched with unparalleled service access.
Conclusion
The VIFP Club at Carnival is much more than a simple loyalty program; it’s an all-access pass to a world of perks that make cruising with Carnival an experience to cherish even more. From the immediate benefits enjoyed by Blue members to the pinnacle of pampering that comes with Diamond status, every tier brings with it a treasure trove of exclusives. Your commitment to fun at sea is richly rewarded, maki
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