Royal Caribbean Group’s NEW “Points Choice” | What It Means for Celebrity, Royal & Silversea Guests
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So we always say it's not just a vacation of a lifetime. It's a lifetime of vacations.
So now not only can you get shared status but now you can also decide where your points will go.
The flexibility though that's the key is you very flexible. Everyone our guests have asked us for this for so many years.
So even if they're in the same stateateroom, they have that choice.
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Join us as we break down Royal Caribbean Group’s brand-new Points Choice program, a 2026 enhancement to the cruise loyalty experience.. and how it works alongside the already-established Shared Status benefit. In this episode, we’re joined by Celebrity Cruises’ Key Account Manager, Barbara Julian, and Director of the Southeast, Michelle Kelly, who walk us through how Points Choice allows guests to transfer points earned across Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea to the loyalty program that matters most to them — helping cruisers build status faster and more strategically across the portfolio. We cover: • What the new Points Choice program is and who it’s for • How it complements the existing Shared Status feature • What Celebrity guests need to know • How this change adds flexibility and value for loyal cruisers We also explain how Points Choice works with Crown & Anchor Society, Captain’s Club, and the Venetian Society across Royal Caribbean Group’s portfolio. Whether you sail exclusively with Celebrity or enjoy cruising across multiple Royal Caribbean Group brands, this conversation will help you understand how to make the most of your loyalty benefits going forward. Talk with your Go Travel advisor before booking your next cruise so we can guide you to the right ship with the right amenities for your family or group. Or visit GoTravel.com to connect with a specialist today. Plus... when you book with Go Travel, you'll receive exclusive savings and amenities on select sailings! 🌍 CONNECT WITH A SPECIALIST Click below to start your travel planning journey: http://gotravel.com/youtube/inquiry 🚢 DISCOVER CELEBRITY Click here to start learn more about the onboard experience with Celebrity Cruises: https://celebritycruises.mytravelsite.com/?agency=3332 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR VIP MAILING LIST Click below to sign-up for free for our weekly e-newsletters. Plus, you'll be entered into our travel sweepstakes! https://gotravel.com/sweepstakes ✏️ TRAVEL INSURANCE Click here to get a free and customized online quote for travel insurance. If you love the quote, you can book it right then and there! https://gotravel.com/insurance 🙋♀️ JOIN OUR TEAM We are looking for experienced travel advisors, corporate travel planners, as well as passionate individuals who would like to get started in the travel industry. Whether you are an industry veteran or brand new to travel, we would love to chat with you about joining our team of expert travel designers. Click below to connect with us! https://gotravelcareers.com/ 📌 CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 00:24 - Who is the Royal Caribbean Group? 02:09 - Shared Status 03:45 - Points Choice 05:04 - How to select which brand earns points? 05:39 - Is Points Choice Set by Guest, Stateroom, or Booking? 06:12 - Can Guests in the Same Stateroom Choose Different Brands? 06:46 - Will Celebrity River be applicable in Points Choice? 07:28 - How to Book Your Next Cruise #PointsChoice #CelebrityCruises #GoTravel