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The $250 Cruise Hack Carnival Doesn't Advertise

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I got at least $50 for every cruise I take.

This bestkept cruise secret is a little known stock perk that can get you up to $250 on board credit for every single cruise you take with any Carnival brand.

Now, for me, what I did was take money I had in a self-directed retirement account and use that to purchase my Connell stock.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Own at least 100 shares of Carnival Corporation stock (CCL) to qualify for onboard credit.
Submit your application at least 3 weeks before your sail date using the Stock Perks app.
Use the onboard credit for drinks, specialty restaurants, spa treatments, photos, and shore excursions.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Is this a scam or complicated credit card offer?It's Carnival Corporation's official shareholder benefit, not a scam.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to claim Carnival Corporation's shareholder benefit for free onboard credit?
QWhat are the eligibility requirements for the onboard credit perk?
QHow much onboard credit can you get based on cruise length?

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Carnival Perk: Step by Step to FREE On Board Credit! Want $50–$250 in FREE onboard credit on every Carnival-owned cruise you take? In this video I show you the exact step-by-step process to claim Carnival Corporation’s official shareholder benefit. If you own at least 100 shares of CCL, you can unlock onboard credit on Carnival Cruise Line, Princess, Holland America, Cunard, Costa, and more—every sailing. What you’ll learn: • The eligibility requirement (100 shares of CCL) • How much OBC you get by cruise length: $50 (≤6 days), $100 (7–13 days), $250 (14+ days) • The fast way to submit your claim using the Stockperks app • Deadlines you can’t miss and the exact info you’ll need • Important rules, limitations, and pro tips to avoid rejection I’ll also share how I personally set this up and the common mistakes that cause applications to be denied. Grab your free money for specialty dining, spa, shore excursions, and more—don’t leave this perk on the table. Not financial advice. Do your own research or consult a professional before buying any stock. If this saved you money, share it with a friend who cruises! 🦆 Oh, and… I snuck some ducks into this video. Can you find them all? Drop a comment if you do! 🕵️‍♂️🦆 🔔 Subscribe for more Carnival cruise content: https://www.youtube.com/@ReubensRandomSandwich?sub_confirmation=1 📸 Follow me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes: https://www.instagram.com/reubensrandomsandwich/ 💬 Let me know what you think in the comments! Check out these videos! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrhJ10yr8V27AeDmnfUGG9xaI__p0q2VQ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrhJ10yr8V24tfv3XvTohdPNu0NVutTWi https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrhJ10yr8V26Wcyq-8in89HLZI6xhw5-C https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrhJ10yr8V25j2I5oTTsBAzd4-CZbmgmv https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrhJ10yr8V27KGz9YMfZgqpcdzsf4C9i2 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrhJ10yr8V2619ijMZnjcVh_L7w_JxZEc https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrhJ10yr8V25UycisFVWyGgUmUVD1LnOZ WANT TO KNOW WHAT I BRING ON EVERY CRUISE? Here's my list with affiliate links: Extension Cord $19.94 https://amzn.to/3IrknF6 Travel Power Adapter $19.99 https://amzn.to/3TSBT7E Fan $7.99 https://amzn.to/3TjloBw Air Freshener $2.33/item https://amzn.to/4kmovn4 Poo-Pourri $9.99 https://amzn.to/4lincHo Bounty Wrinkle Release $6 https://amzn.to/4ko240S Beach Clips $6.99 https://amzn.to/3GqMeVs Sunscreen $14.98 https://amzn.to/4ezoACS Aloe $7.99 https://amzn.to/3TkVGN5 Liquid IV $20 https://amzn.to/45Vf7na Swigg Water Bottle $14.73 https://amzn.to/40AhZC8 Thermo Flask $42.99 https://amzn.to/3TnYA3t Lanyard $8.99 https://amzn.to/4kn5tgv Quick Release Lanyard $11.99 https://amzn.to/44gNV0M Gorilla Luggage Strap $15.99 https://amzn.to/3Tp0sck Small Luggage Strap $8.99 https://amzn.to/4kobbPg TravelPro Platinum Checked Roller $529.99 https://amzn.to/4nRf823 TravelPro Platinum Carry-On $429.99 https://amzn.to/40E6vxs TravelPro Platinum Set $735.98 https://amzn.to/4kmhHWM Cruise Luggage Tags $5.99 https://amzn.to/4lGTWd6 Ziplock Bags $10 https://amzn.to/40yjIYK Belkin Wireless Charger $59.95 https://amzn.to/4kq9Do3 OLight Flashlight w/Battery Pack $94.99 https://amzn.to/402OKrx Cruise Magnetic Hooks $6.99 https://amzn.to/4kFCe93 Toiletries Bag $27.99 https://amzn.to/45TZDzI Toothpaste https://amzn.to/44quS2Y Electric Toothbrush with travel case https://amzn.to/44quS2Y Blu Atlas Shampoo https://amzn.to/46a5pNK Blu Atlas Conditioner https://amzn.to/4lDPiNs Flushable Wipes https://amzn.to/44cnY2u Travel bottles https://amzn.to/44fTjkW Spray Bottles https://amzn.to/4kn5ZLt This content is for entertainment purposes only. While I do my best to research and provide you with the best information, I've known to be wrong sometimes! PS - I received no sponsorship money for making this video. I do get some money from the YouTube partner program. But if you WANT to sponsor a video, let me know!!3 0:00 Best Kept Cruise Secret: $50 On Board Credit 1:05 Requirements 1:41 How Much $ You Get 2:17 Important Details 3:30 Step by Step Directions