Loyalty Programs Are Everywhere
Hotels, Airlines, Cruise Lines, Restaurants, Businesses
Loyalty programs are nothing new. We bet that your key chain has several key fobs for local establishments, your wallet may have several loyalty cards, and your cell phone has more loyalty apps than games (oh and it can still make calls too).
The travel industry was among the early adopters of loyalty programs. Airlines and hotels reward points for each trip. Those points can be saved and used for future travel discounts or other benefits.
Cruise lines followed suit with a multi-tier approach. The more you sail, the more rewards you are entitled to (airlines are the same these days as well). Rewards typically offer benefits before and during your cruise. Before your trip, you may be able to take advantage of special pricing. During your trip you may get early boarding, discounts on onboard experiences, and other amenities. As you advance through the levels, the benefits improve, so that tends to tilt the scales in favor of one cruise line over another when planning your trips.
The purpose of loyalty programs is really quite simple. The businesses recognize that you have choices, and through the incentive program, are hoping that you will select them.
Book Onboard
It's probably pretty safe to say that
most travelers are aware of the various loyalty programs for the suppliers they are using for their vacation. Those same travelers
may not be aware of the cruise line's book on board incentives. These programs come in various names such as "Next Cruise". There are different flavors of the programs these days. Most offer two choices; book a specific cruise (often with a better incentive) or book an open-ended trip which can be finalized at a later date. Deposits are usually reduced, there are typically on board credits (OBC) involved, and your travel professional who helped you plan the trip you are on will get the booking so that they can assist you in planning your next cruise as well.
We have
just enhanced our
Loyalty Cruise Perks offer. You can "double dip". Not only can you reap the benefits of booking on board your current cruise, but you also have up to 30 days to cash in on incentives with us as well. Use the reward towards shore excursions, hotels stays, resorts for a day, or an OBC. Click on the link to learn more about this program.
But wait, there's more ...
Referral Program
We've taken things a step further.
You know the value of a travel professional in helping sort our the maze of cruise choices. You work hard to earn your vacation dollars and want to be assured you've selected the right cruise based on your requirements for that trip. Time is money and getting answers to questions that come up along the way is another one of the intangible benefits your cruise specialist provides.
Why not share your travel professional's details with your family and friends? A new program is launching shortly where you can become a Vacation Superhero by doing just that.
Stay tuned for complete details about the program. All we can tell you for now,is that it will be rewarding for you.
Wait ... There's Still More
It just so happens that October is CLIA's National Plan a Cruise Month and This Week is Customer Appreciation Week. We are saying Thank You to our Loyal Customers with additional offers which can be combined with the offers from cruise lines for #ChooseCruise month.
National Plan A Cruise Month Promotions 
Cruise lines are offering special promotions and pricing on popular cruises to encourage consumers to plan their next cruise vacation now. We'll be featuring promotions on our website and social media.
Choose Cruise Month (click for mini-series)
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