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Is Carnival’s New Rewards Program a Big Mistake?

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👁️ 310 views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 4:01
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

The loyalty system is being thrown overboard for a point-based system.

The next level will always be unobtainable for most cruisers.

I don't sail to feel special. I sail to experience new places, to relax in the ocean, and soak up the sun.

They pretty much gaslight us into believing it's our fault for advancing through the system that they set up.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider sailing on other cruise lines if you are dissatisfied with Carnival's loyalty program changes.
Monitor the program updates as the new system doesn't begin until June 1st, 2026.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the changes to Carnival's VIFP loyalty program?
QWhy are many Carnival loyalty members unhappy with the new program?

Topics Covered

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YouTube Video Description

Welcome to the Crossroads! Today, we're diving into some cruise news as Carnival Cruise Lines has just announced updates regarding their VIFP loyalty program, which is making waves in the cruise industry and the loyalty member community. Many members are unhappy with these changes to the program, and I will discuss why. To learn more about the new program, visit https://carnivalrewards.com/. If you want to read the form letter sent out by the company there is a link to it on the landing page for the rewards website. I made my feelings known about it in the video. Well, take up those torches, and see what happens next. Thanks for stopping by the Crossroads! Follow me for more Disney, travel, and cruise content on these platforms! 🎆 Website- https://brentscrossroads.com/ 🎢 TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@brent.abell?lang=en 🛳️ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/brenttabell/ 🛫 Threads- https://www.threads.net/@brenttabell #travel #carnivalcruise #cruising