Carnival Cruise Line, like other cruise lines, has a loyalty program for guests. The Carnival loyalty program is called the VIFP (Very Important Fun Person) Club and has five levels based on points. The more points you earn, the better the perks you get.
Unlike Royal Caribbean, Carnival’s VIFP Club Loyalty Program doesn’t give free cruises or big discounts. But at higher levels, members get priority access to onboard venues and services. It’s easy to reach a high-level tier in Carnival loyalty program.
Here, we have details about the Carnival VIFP Club. You can learn how to join, earn points, and get benefits.
What is the VIFP Club?
The VIFP Club is a Carnival loyalty program and means “Very Important Fun Person” on Carnival cruises. Everyone who sails with Carnival is a VIFP, even if it’s your first time.
Members earn points for each day when they cruise with Carnival. The more someone cruises, the more points they earn, and the higher their status in the VIFP Club. This unlocks perks, starting with basic ones and getting better as you move up. Higher VIFP levels come with valuable holiday benefits.
How do I Earn Carnival VIFP Club Loyalty Program Points?
The Carnival VIFP Club has a simple point-earning system that makes it different from other cruise loyalty programs. You get 1 point for each day you cruise, and a 7-night cruise gives you 7 points. Your points add up over time to improve your Carnival status in the Carnival loyalty program. You earn points regardless of your cabin type or booking method.
You can also earn points through other opportunities besides cruising. Carnival may offer chances to earn extra points through promotions, contests, or sweepstakes. The most common and reliable way to earn points is by sailing on the cruise line. Some charter sailing and nonrevenue fares do not earn points.
Carnival Loyalty Program Levels & Benefits
There are five Carnival levels in the Carnival Cruise VIFP Club program:
- Blue (your first sailing)
- Red (second sailing to 24 cruise points)
- Gold (25 to 74 cruise points)
- Platinum (75 to 199 cruise points)
- Diamond (200 or more cruise points)
You reach the first level, Blue, as soon as you board your first cruise. You don’t need to finish a cruise to reach this level.
Blue Tier
The Blue Tier is the first level in VIFP Club Program. The Blue tier of the program has two perks. Even though there are only a few perks in this tier that can improve the membership experience for users who make good use of them.
- Members-only offers
- Member e-newsletter
You can even reach the Blue level before going on a cruise by signing up early.
Red Tier
The Red Tier is the second level in VIFP Club Program. It ranges between second sailing to 24 cruise points. As you move up to the Red tier, you will get three perks. The two perks are the same as the Blue Tier plus there is one extra perk.
- Members-only offers
- Member e-newsletter
- Free 1.5-liter water bottle at any bar, restaurant, or stateroom.
Gold Tier
The Gold Tier is the third level in VIFP Club Program and ranges between 25 to 74 cruise points. As you move up to the Carnival Gold status, you’ll get five perks. The three perks are the same as the Red Tier plus there is Two extra perk.
- Free drink on 5+ day cruises Redeemable at any bar on the last evening after 5 p.m.
- Gold VIFP pin on every sailing redeemable at the Photo Gallery (no later than 2 days)
You will reach the Carnival Gold level after three trips if you book a seven-night cruise.
Platinum Tier
The Carnival Platinum level is the fourth tier in VIFP Club Program with cruise points ranging between 75 to 199. When you reach this level, you’ll get Carnival Platinum benefits like those for suite guests, but you won’t get a free drink or gold VIFP pin.
Here is the list of Carnival Platinum Benefits:
- Members-only offers
- Member e-newsletter
- Free 1.5-liter water bottle at any bar, restaurant, or stateroom.
- Priority check-in and boarding on embarkation day
- Free drinks on Platinum & Diamond VIFP Party on 5+ day sailings
- Free beverage at Seaday Brunch
- “Chocolate Delight” on 5+ day cruises
- VIFP pin on every sailing
- Priority spa reservations
- Priority water shuttle boarding (ship to shore only and available at applicable ports)
- Redeemable $25 in FunPlay® (Casino)
- Guests under 18 can get $5 in free arcade credits.
- Carnival VIFP logo gift on every sailing
- Priority Guest Services
- Priority line at the Guest Services desk on the ship
- Priority debarkation
- Priority reservations (Specialty Restaurants & Main Dining Room)
- Free laundry service: 2 bags washed on 3–6 day cruises, 3 bags on 7–13 day cruises, and 5 bags on 14-day cruises.
Diamond Tier
The Carnival Diamond level is the last and top tier in VIFP Club Program with cruise points ranging between 200 or more cruise points. You can reach the Diamond level after staying 200 nights (29 week-long cruises)
Other cruise lines like Royal Caribbean Loyalty Program give free cruises and unlimited WiFi to their most loyal customers at top level. Carnival Rewards Program doesn’t offer as many great perks, but Carnival Diamond members still get some special benefits that enhance their cruising experience.
Diamond members receive perks that Platinum members get except limited laundry service and priority reservation at main dining room. Here are other Carnival Diamond benefits that members receive:
- A Specialty restaurants priority reservations
- Unlimited complimentary Wash & Fold laundry service
- Captain invitation on special event.
- Free cabin upgrade once
- Third, fourth and fifth guests sail free.
- One-time free meal for two at Specialty Restaurant of choice
- VIFP Club luggage tag set
- Dedicated toll-free number for sales and service
- Guaranteed dinner seating time in the Main Dining Room.
Tips to Get Carnival VIFP Points
Here are some tips to get more VIFP points:
- Book Longer Cruises
- Book multiple Cruises per year
- Join Carnival Player Club Program
- Purchasing Cruise Packages
FAQs – Carnival VIFP Club Loyalty Program
How to Sign Up for Carnival VIFP Club?
You can easily become a VIFP member on Carnival’s website, even if you haven’t cruised before. It’s free and quick to sign up. Click the Join button, enter your email and create a password. Once you sign up, access your account and profile.
Do I Earn Extra Points by Booking a Suite?
No, whether you are in a basic cabin or a fancy suite, you will earn one point per day for your VIFP levels. So, everyone earns points at the same rate regardless of the room type.
Do Carnival VIFP Points Expire?
Carnival customers do not need to qualify for status every year. VIFP Club members keep their points each year and keep earning more points. If someone reaches Diamond status, they will stay at that level forever, unless Carnival changes the program.
How can I Find my Carnival VIFP Club number?
You can find your Carnival VIFP number by logging into your Carnival account using your email and password. Click on your name in the top right corner of the screen. Your VIFP number will be under your name on the left sidebar of your profile.
How Long Does it Take to Show up in VIFP Account?
Points earned on a cruise are added to your VIFP account within 1 to 2 weeks after the cruise ends. So, if you move up to a higher tier, you won’t get the new perks until your next cruise.
How to Request Carnival VIFP Points for Past Sailing?
Sometimes points may not be added to your Carnival account, especially for past cruises that are missing. If this happens, you can log in to your Carnival account, go to My Cruises, and select Claim a Past Cruise. Enter the details of your missing cruise, and it will be reviewed to add the trip to your VIFP profile.
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