09/02/2026
Carnival Cruise Line - New Rewards Program
Earning Points and Status Qualifying Stars
What are Carnival Rewards Points and Status Qualifying Stars?
- Carnival Rewards Points are redeemable and may be used for eligible Carnival purchases.
- Status Qualifying Stars determine your Carnival Rewards status: Red, Gold, Platinum, or Diamond.
- Members earn 3 Points and 3 Stars for every $1 USD spent on eligible Carnival purchases.
- Members also earn 1 Point for every casino point remaining at the end of a sailing and 1 Star for every casino point earned.
- Carnival Rewards Mastercard cardmembers can earn additional Points and Stars under the card program.
What spending is eligible to earn Points and Stars?
Eligible categories include cruise fare, gratuities, transfers, Carnival Vacation Protection, and eligible pre-cruise and onboard purchases. Review the Carnival Rewards terms and conditions for the complete list of eligible categories.
What spending does not earn Points and Stars?
Excluded categories include Required Cruise Fees and Expenses, Government Taxes and Fees, air travel purchased through Carnival Fly2Fun, certain fare types, and other specified fees. Purchases made with Carnival Rewards Points, onboard credits, or Future Cruise Credits not originally funded by a guest’s own spending are also ineligible. Review the Carnival Rewards terms and conditions for the complete list.
Do bookings and eligible pre-cruise purchases made before launch earn Points and Stars?
Yes. Because Points and Stars are credited after a sailing is completed, eligible activity tied to a sailing ending on or after September 1, 2026, earns Carnival Rewards Points and Status Qualifying Stars. This includes eligible cruise fare, Carnival Vacation Protection, and other eligible pre-cruise purchases.
How are Points and Stars from cruise fare divided among guests?
- Single occupancy: The eligible traveling member receives the Points and Stars related to the eligible cruise fare.
- Multiple eligible guests in one stateroom: Eligible cruise fare activity is divided equally among eligible guests in that stateroom.
- Minors: The responsible party receives the Points and Stars related to the minor’s portion of eligible cruise fare.
- Multiple staterooms: Eligible activity is allocated among eligible guests within each respective stateroom.
- Non-members: A non-member may enroll during the voyage or within 180 days after sailing to receive their portion. If they do not enroll, their portion is forfeited and is not reassigned.
- Purchaser not traveling: Points and Stars go to the eligible guests who travel, not to the person who paid for the booking.
Who earns Points and Stars for onboard purchases?
Eligible onboard purchases earn Points and Stars for the member whose individual folio is charged. They are also earned by members who use their Sail & Sign® card, including for purchases made through the Carnival HUB app. Purchases cannot be split between members after the fact. Members do not earn Points and Stars for onboard credit applied to a purchase.
Will I earn Points and Stars on a booking made through a Travel Advisor or Personal Vacation Planner?
Yes. Eligible bookings made through a Travel Advisor or Personal Vacation Planner earn Points and Stars. Exclusions may apply, including specified fare types and rate codes.
Do I earn Points and Stars at Paradise Collection destinations?
At Celebration Key and RelaxAway, Halfmoon Cay members earn 3 Points and 3 Stars per eligible $1 USD charged to their Sail & Sign® account.
How do casino players earn Points and Stars?
Casino activity is credited at the individual member folio level. Members earn 1 Carnival Rewards Point for every casino point remaining at the end of the sailing after any casino-point redemption for FunPlay, and 1 Status Qualifying Star for every casino point earned. Carnival Players Club benefits and offers are completely separate from Carnival Rewards.
