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How to Get Onboard Credit for Owning Carnival Stock (2023)

By: Author Carrie Ann Karstunen

Posted on Published: July 2, 2021  - Last updated: June 13, 2023

If you cruise on Carnival, Princess, or any other Carnival-owned cruise line, you can get free onboard credit on every cruise, just for being a Carnival stockholder! Here’s how to get your free OBC.

One of my favorite perks of cruising is getting free onboard credit—often abbreviated to OBC— when I book during certain sales. Since I always use a cruise travel agent , I’ll often get extra onboard credit just for booking through the agency.

OBC is awesome! You can use it for just about anything on the ship—buying souvenirs in the shops, paying for specialty dining, booking shore excursions, and more.

But did you know that you can get even more free onboard credit every time you book a cruise on Carnival, Princess, Holland America, or any other cruise line owned by Carnival Corporation?

It’s true! If you’re a Carnival stockholder , you’re eligible for free onboard credit each time you cruise. As long as you own enough shares and can show proof before each sailing, you’ll get free money to make every cruise even more fun.

What cruise lines offer free onboard credit to Carnival shareholders?

Carnival Corporation offers free OBC to shareholders on all of their cruise lines. Carnival, Princess, and Holland America are the most popular Carnival-owned lines for North American cruisers. But several other cruise lines around the world are also under the Carnival Corporation umbrella.

Shareholders cruising with Cunard, Costa Cruises, Seabourn, AIDA, or P&O can also apply for free onboard credit.

Applying for free onboard credit as a Carnival shareholder

If you own Carnival stock (or you’re planning on buying some), it’s super-easy to get your free shareholder OBC. Read on to find out how many shares you need to own, how much credit you’ll get for each sailing, and how to let your cruise line know you’re eligible.

How much Carnival stock do you have to own to get OBC?

You’ll need to own at least 100 shares of stock in Carnival Corporation at the time of sailing to earn their free onboard credit benefit. The shares need to be held in the name of a booked passenger to earn OBC.

How much onboard credit will I get for my cruise?

The amount of free onboard credit you’ll get per cruise depends on how long your sailing is, and which cruise line you’ll be on. See the table below to find out how much OBC you’ll be awarded on your next cruise.

The amount of onboard credit you’ll receive (and what currency it will be in) depends on the specific cruise brand and where it’s based.

So, if you’re from the UK and sailing on a cruise on an Australian brand, you’ll get your onboard credit in AUD. An Australian sailing on a North American brand on a European itinerary will get OBC in US dollars.

North American brands:

• Carnival Cruise Line*
• Princess Cruises*
• Holland America Line
• Costa Cruises*

Continental European brands:

• AIDA Cruises
• P&O Cruises UK

Australian brands:

• P&O Cruises Aus

*The currency and amount of onboard credit for some cruise lines is determined by the operational currency used on any specific sailing.

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How do you let the cruise line know you’re a Carnival shareholder?

Although so many things are automated these days, you’ll need to let the cruise line know that you’re a shareholder before each and every cruise, so you can have your OBC credited to your account.

Annoying, I know, especially if you take a lot of cruises! But trust me, it only takes five minutes, and you’ll earn between $50 and $250 (or a similar amount in other currencies) to spend on your next cruise. Now that’s a nice rate of return!

Five steps to apply for onboard credit as a Carnival stockholder

Applying for Carnival shareholder stock is simple if you follow these steps:

• Own at least 100 shares of Carnival stock
• Print, copy or scan your proof of shares
• Black out your address and account number
• Send proof to your cruise line before your cruise
• Check your online cruise planner for the OBC a few weeks before your cruise departs

You’ll need to mail, email, or fax proof of your shares to your specific cruise line at least three weeks before your sail date.

( Click here for a list of mailing addresses, emails, and fax numbers for each cruise line.)

Proof of shareholder status could include a copy of your shareholder proxy card, a dividend tax voucher, or a nominee statement with both your mailing address and brokerage account number blacked out.

Be sure to also include your full name, reservation or booking number, ship name, and sailing date to ensure you’re credited correctly.

What if multiple members of my family are Carnival shareholders? Do we all get free onboard credit?

Carnival’s free onboard credit program for shareholders only allows one shareholder per stateroom to use the benefit. So if you have multiple shareholders in the same cabin, only one can get the free OBC.

But if you want to get creative, you can sometimes work around this policy.

Let’s say you’re traveling as a family unit—two parents and your kids who are old enough to stay in a nearby room. Each parent owns at least 100 shares of Carnival stock, but you’d like to actually sleep in the same room as your spouse or partner.

Despite the strict rules around one free OBC benefit per cabin, the cruise lines aren’t the bed police! If you book one parent into each of the two rooms, both adults can get the free credit.

Of course, each stateroom key card is assigned to a specific passenger and also acts as ID and your way of making purchases on board. So the logistics can get tricky with this workaround, but many cruisers use this method to double up on OBC.

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Can you gift your Carnival shareholder onboard credit to friends or family sailing with you?

Just like any other cruise onboard credit you might receive in a special sale or via your travel agent, Carnival shareholder onboard credit isn’t transferable. The cruise line will apply the OBC only to the account that matches the name of the legal shareholder.

But if you want to share your credit with friends or family, you can always use it to buy a gift on board for a friend or loved one. Just remember you need to make the purchase yourself—you can’t give your cruise card to another passenger to use your OBC.

Can you save your Carnival shareholder onboard credit for another cruise?

Although it would be nice to be able to save your unused onboard credit to use on a future cruise, your OBC expires at the end of each sailing. So use it before you lose it!

Can you get more than one free OBC benefit if you hold more than 100 shares of Carnival Corporation stock?

If you have several hundred (or more!) shares of Carnival Corporation stock, you’re probably wondering if you can get more free onboard credit for each block of 100 shares you own.

Unfortunately, free onboard credit for Carnival shareholders is limited to one credit benefit per person per sailing.

Is anyone excluded from receiving free onboard credit for being a Carnival shareholder?

Carnival Corporation employees likely already know that they’re not eligible for onboard credit for owning Carnival stock. But some non-employees also aren’t able to take advantage of this program.

If any of these situations apply to you, you also won’t be able to get free OBC as a Carnival shareholder:

• A travel agent cruising at travel agent rates
• Tour conductors or group leaders cruising at a reduced rate
• Anyone sailing on a complimentary basis

***UPDATE November 2021***

Carnival has very recently begun denying shareholder OBC to guests cruising at discounted rates. According to many longtime Carnival cruisers who have applied for the free onboard credit, the company has been denying the benefit for reasons including:

• VIFP offers
• Casino rates
• Military discount rates
• Resident discount rates
• Senior citizen discount rates

It’s unclear whether this is a permanent policy change by Carnival Corporation, or just a temporary hold while ships are sailing at reduced capacity. I’ll continue to update the post as more information emerges on this new development.

What can you use your Carnival shareholder onboard credit for?

Unlike some cruise lines that allow you to use OBC before your cruise to pay for packages and services on board, Carnival and its subsidiaries only allow you to use onboard credit once you’re physically on the ship.

But, you can use your onboard credit for almost anything you’d normally pay for once you’re on the ship. Here are some examples of how you can use your free shareholder OBC:

• Specialty dining that you book on board
• Shore excursions that you book on board
• Beverages that aren’t covered by a drink package
• Purchases in the onboard shops
• Spa and salon visits
• Experiences like wine tastings, cooking classes, or behind-the-scenes tours

Just remember that some cruise lines will give you a discount if you prebook and prepay for some of these extras before you sail. Take that into consideration when deciding how you’ll use your OBC.

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What can you NOT use your Carnival shareholder onboard credit for?

There are tons of ways you can use your free onboard credit for owning Carnival stock on a cruise. However, Carnival has a few rules about what you can’t use it for. Make sure you know these exclusions before you assume you’re covered (and stuck with an unexpected bill).

• Using shareholder OBC for casino play
• Paying for crew gratuities with shareholder OBC
• Using shareholder OBC for anything that you need to use cash for (like for extra tips, or vending or self-service laundry on some ships)

What’s your favorite way to get free onboard credit on a cruise? Have you received OBC for being a Carnival shareholder? Let me know in the comments below!

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Beverly Jacobs

Tuesday 27th of February 2024

I am trying to redeem my on board credit as a stock holder

Carrie Ann Karstunen

Friday 1st of March 2024

Hi Beverly, I'm assuming you're asking how to obtain your shareholder OBC for an upcoming cruise, not how to redeem it on the ship (if I'm wrong, redeeming it is easy - your OBC can be used toward any purchases you make on board with your cruise card). I have detailed instructions in the post about how to obtain your OBC pre-cruise. Do you have a specific question I can answer?

Monday 4th of December 2023

I have been trying to get the form for my onboard credit for holland America and can not find it anywhere on the internet where I can just print it out. Can you helpW

Hi Sandy, currently there isn’t a specific form you need to send, you just email the information I’ve detailed above to Holland America. The link to the email address to send your information can also be found in the post above, in the section “Five steps to apply for onboard credit as a Carnival stockholder”. I’ll add it here as well: Carnival Corp Shareholder Benefits. Hope this helps and happy cruising!

Sunday 8th of October 2023

looking for a phone number as I have not received the credit on my; Nov. cruise

Monday 9th of October 2023

Hi Penny, if it's been longer than three weeks since you sent in your proof of shares (and your cruise isn't until next month), I'd try emailing one more time. If you don't hear back soon, here's the contacts page for Carnival Corp.'s Investor Relations. Hope this helps, and thanks for stopping by!

Thursday 14th of September 2023

Hello Carrie Ann, Thank you so much for the great article with clear explanations and the link to the instructions from Carnival Corporation. I bought my 100 shares of CCL on 9/12/23, emailed in a scan of the proof of stock ownership (confirming statement from my broker, Charles Schwab) this morning ,on 9/14/23 and TA-DAH !!- 15 minutes later the online booking summary for my 22 day Princess cruise is already showing the $250.00 onboard credit!!! Wow ! That was lightning fast ! My cruise is leaving on 10/18/23 so I was worried about doing this just 5 weeks out but , per the instructions on the Carnival Corporation sheet, it just needs to be done 4 weeks prior to the sail date. I wish I had known about this benefit before. I have been cruising on Princess for years. Thank you again for this valuable information presented in such an easy to understand way. Sincerely, Carol

Sunday 17th of September 2023

Hi Carol, so glad I could help. That's super fast!! Hope you have an amazing cruise :D

Tuesday 6th of June 2023

My husband and myself have 2,000 shares of Carnival stock. Will that amount only give us $100.00?

Hi JudyAnn! If you're sailing on a cruise between 7-13 days and you and your husband are sharing one stateroom, you'll just receive the $100 OBC. Carnival Corp. gives the OBC as a shareholder benefit to anyone who owns at least 100 shares - if you own significantly more you still get the same shareholder benefit. You can use this benefit on every Carnival cruise as well as on any of their sister brands, and if you have a longer sailing (14+ days) the OBC jumps to $250. Hope this answers your question and happy cruising!

Do you own cruise line stocks? You could get onboard perks

Many cruise fans choose to invest in cruise line stocks, either because they want to support their favorite brand or because they view it as a financially savvy investment. But did you know that owning shares in a cruise company could give you onboard perks each time you cruise?

The major U.S. publicly traded cruise companies, Carnival Corporation (which trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol CCL), Royal Caribbean Group (RCL) and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) all offer onboard credits ranging from $50 to $250 for those who own 100 shares or more of their stock.

Stock prices and any money you may or may not make from the investment are unpredictable. What is predictable are the perks. A small investment in a cruise company may pay off in more ways than you think, especially if you are a frequent cruiser.

This is not advice about making a financial investment. Before buying any cruise stocks, you should talk to your own adviser or broker, and do your own research. Any financial investment is at your own risk.

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Each cruise company has its own rules and nuances regarding the benefits of owning cruise line stocks. Here's how shareholder perks play out at the top three publicly traded cruise companies.

Carnival Corporation

Carnival Corporation is the parent company of cruise brands including Carnival Cruise Line , Princess Cruises , Holland America , Cunard and luxury line Seabourn . If you hold a minimum of 100 shares of Carnival Corporation stock, you'll receive an onboard credit of $250 per cabin for cruises of 14 days or longer, $100 for cruises of seven to 13 days and $50 for cruises of six days or fewer. (Note that by "days," Carnival means nights on board.)

The current benefit is available on sailings through July 31, 2023; reservations must be made by Feb. 28, 2023.

You can use the credit for drinks, gift shop purchases, spa treatments or other onboard expenditures. You can't use the credit in the casino, for gratuities or to get cash. The credit applies only to the shareholder-occupied stateroom; you won't get additional credits if you book multiple cabins.

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To receive the credit, first book your cruise vacation, then send the specific cruise line an email, fax or mailed letter with your legal name, reservation/booking number, ship and sailing date. You'll also need to provide proof — such as a copy of your proxy card or a dividend tax voucher — that you own 100 or more shares of stock.

The request needs to be made no later than four weeks before your sail date.

You'll find emails and addresses for each Carnival Corporation brand and specific rules on the company's website . For Carnival Cruise Line, the email is [email protected] , the fax number is 305-406-6102, and the address is Guest Administration, 3655 N.W. 87th Avenue, Miami, FL 33178.

Royal Caribbean Group

Royal Caribbean's shareholder perk applies to cruises on Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises , with the exclusion of any charter cruises (such as full-ship theme cruises) and Celebrity's Galapagos sailings.

Any shareholder with a minimum of 100 shares at the time of sailing is eligible for an onboard credit of $250 per stateroom for sailings of 14 or more nights, $100 on sailings of six to 13 nights and $50 on sailings of five or fewer nights.

You may request the nontransferable credit each time you cruise. The credit applies only to the stateroom where the shareholder is staying and is based on double occupancy. If shares are held jointly and you are booking more than one stateroom, 100 shares are required for each stateroom (based on one credit per shareholder per sailing and double occupancy). Single guests would have to pay 200% of the fare to receive the offer.

The credit can't be used for gratuities (service charges). It also doesn't apply to any activities you pay for prior to setting sail (such as prebooked shore excursions or spa treatments). It's credited to your shipboard account at the time of sailing.

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Royal Caribbean suggests you request onboard credit two to three weeks prior to your sail date. The response from the cruise company should come within seven days.

You may make the request using the company's online form . For FAQs about the program, visit Royal Caribbean's investor website .

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings

Norwegian offers holders of 100 or more shares of its stock an onboard credit of $250 per stateroom on sailings of 15 days or more, $100 on sailings of seven to 14 days and $50 on sailings of six days or less. (Note that by "days," Norwegian means nights on board.) As with the other cruise companies, you may request the onboard credit each time you cruise.

The offer applies to cruises on Norwegian Cruise Line , Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Charter sailings are excluded.

To redeem the credit offer you may fill out a shareholder benefit request form online or you can mail or email the company with your name, address, email address, telephone number, ship and sailing date, plus proof you hold the shares.

The onboard credit request must be submitted at least 15 days prior to your sailing date.

The benefit is only available for the stateroom in which the shareholder is staying and is based on your paying for two people in the cabin. Solo travelers must pay the full double occupancy fare to receive the credit. If shares are held jointly and you are requesting two or more cabins, a minimum holding of 100 shares per room is required.

Norwegian does not allow the benefit to be combined with any other offer; shareholders have the option to choose between the shareholder benefit and another offer. The credit appears on your onboard account at the time of sailing and is nontransferable. It can't be used for any activities purchased prior to sailing, nor for service charges/gratuities on board.

The email for Norwegian Cruise Line requests is [email protected] . The address to mail in a request is Norwegian Cruise Line Shareholder Benefit Department, 7665 Corporate Center Drive, Miami, FL 33126. Find addresses for the other brands and facts about the program on the company's investor website .

Bottom line

You can receive onboard credit each time you cruise by purchasing 100 or more shares of stock from a major publicly traded cruise company. This is a perk for shareholders, not a reason to invest. Before agreeing to buy cruise line stock, you should read the rules carefully and weigh the price of the stock versus any savings you will receive, as well as understand the potential risks of your investment. Your financial adviser or broker may offer further advice.

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Unlock Cruise Perks: P&O And Carnival Shareholder Benefits

Have you ever dreamed of sailing the high seas without breaking the bank? As someone who craves adventure and exploration, I’ve always been drawn to the idea of cruising. But let’s be honest, the cost of a cruise can add up quickly, especially if you want to indulge in all the onboard amenities.

That’s why I was thrilled to discover the shareholder benefits offered by two of the biggest names in the cruising industry: P&O Cruises and Carnival Corporation. As a shareholder with 100 shares or more, you can unlock a variety of onboard credit benefits for any cruise with any of the lines owned by the Carnival group. And for those who have served in the military, there may be even more perks available.

In this article, I’ll explore the specific benefits offered by P&O and Carnival, as well as the process for claiming these benefits. Plus, I’ll share some tips on how to become a shareholder through etoro, making your dream of cruising the world more affordable than ever before.

So, let’s set sail and unlock those cruise perks!

• Shareholders with 100 or more shares in Carnival Corporation can claim P&O Cruises shareholder benefits on any cruise with any of the lines owned by the Carnival group.
• Benefits include onboard credit, which can be used for shore excursions, specialty dining, or drink packages.
• Benefits can only be claimed once per stateroom, and must be claimed at least four weeks before sailing.
• To buy shares, search for CCL on the etoro app or website and click ‘Invest’. Both CCL and CCL.L can be used to buy P&O Cruises shares.

Carnival Shareholder Benefits

I’m excited to learn more about Carnival shareholder benefits, especially since I already know that owning 100 shares or more can earn me onboard credit for any cruise with any of the lines owned by the Carnival group.

One important aspect to note is the onboard credit value, which varies based on the length of the cruise. It’s also important to keep in mind that benefits can only be claimed once per stateroom and cannot be combined with other onboard credit offers or used in the casino.

To claim these benefits, there is a claiming process that must be followed at least four weeks before sailing. This process requires providing legal name, booking number, ship and sailing date, and proof of stock ownership.

It’s also worth noting that the benefit is not applied automatically and must be claimed every time you book a cruise with PO or any other cruise line in the group. Despite the claiming process, the potential to receive onboard credit for every subsequent cruise sailed on is a great perk for shareholders.

P&O Shareholder Benefits

Receiving onboard credit is a potential benefit for owning shares in P&O Cruises, and it can be obtained regardless of the early saver price. This means that shareholders can enjoy the perks of their ownership even when they book at a discounted rate.

However, there are certain eligibility criteria and a claiming process that shareholders need to follow to avail themselves of this benefit. To claim the onboard credit, shareholders must provide their legal name, booking number, ship and sailing date, and proof of stock ownership at least four weeks before sailing.

They can claim the benefit for every subsequent cruise they book with P&O or any other cruise line in the Carnival group. It’s important to note that the credit can only be used for shore excursions, specialty dining, or drink packages, and cannot be used in the casino. Moreover, the benefit cannot be combined with other onboard credit offers, and can only be claimed once per stateroom.

Overall, owning shares in P&O Cruises can enhance the cruise experience and provide shareholders with additional perks that can make their journey more enjoyable.

Buying Carnival Shares

Investing in Carnival Corporation shares through etoro or a stockbroker is a potential opportunity to gain additional benefits for future cruises, like onboard credit. Buying shares through etoro is relatively easy and straightforward, as you can simply search for CCL on their app or website and click ‘Invest.’

However, if you prefer to use a stockbroker, you may need to do some research to find the right one for you. One common mistake to avoid when buying Carnival shares is not providing all the necessary information when claiming your shareholder benefits.

Make sure to provide your legal name, booking number, ship and sailing date, and proof of stock ownership at least four weeks before sailing. Another mistake is not checking whether you are eligible for additional benefits, such as those available to forces veterans.

While investing in stocks always carries some level of risk, buying Carnival Corporation shares can potentially enhance every subsequent cruise you take with any of the lines in the Carnival group.

Miscellaneous Information

Mike Schimdt, the founder of Cruise Tips, is a valuable source of information for anyone interested in the cruising industry. She provides valuable insights into the latest cruise industry trends and stock market updates with her extensive knowledge and experience. Her expertise covers everything from the best cruise lines to invest in, to the latest onboard amenities and perks.

One of the most notable trends in the cruising industry is the increasing popularity of shareholder benefits. It has become a popular way for investors to enhance their cruising experience, as more and more cruise lines are offering onboard credit and other perks to their shareholders.

With the stock market constantly evolving, it’s important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and opportunities. By following the insights of experts like Mike Schimdt, investors can make informed decisions and maximize their cruising experience.

What is the minimum amount of shares required to be eligible for P&O Cruises shareholder benefits?

Owning 100 shares or more of Carnival Corporation makes me eligible for P&O Cruises shareholder benefits. Share ownership requirements are straightforward, and benefits can be received regardless of early saver price.

Can Carnival shareholder benefits be combined with other onboard credit offers?

Unfortunately, Carnival shareholder benefits cannot be combined with other onboard credit offers. However, by maximizing benefits through owning 100 or more shares, Carnival compares favorably with other cruise lines in terms of shareholder perks.

Are there any restrictions on how onboard credit can be used?

Using onboard credit, there are some spending restrictions to keep in mind. The credit can be used for shore excursions, specialty dining, or drink packages, but cannot be used in the casino or combined with other onboard credit offers.

How long does the claiming process for shareholder benefits typically take?

The duration of the shareholder benefits claiming process depends on the verification process, which requires proof of stock ownership and personal information. It’s best to allow at least four weeks before sailing to complete the process.

Are there any tax implications for purchasing Carnival shares?

Investing in Carnival shares may have tax implications, so it’s important to consult with a financial advisor. As part of an investment strategy, buying shares could potentially provide benefits such as onboard credit for Carnival-owned cruise lines.

Cruise Shareholder Benefits – Save Money on Your Next Cruise Booking

It’s a surprisingly little-known way to save on your next cruise, but did you know that by being a shareholder of these cruise lines entitles you to a discount or on-board credit?

By owning as few as 100 shares of a cruise line stock, you can get perks with every cruise booking! (with a few exceptions)

How do you get the cruise line shareholder benefits?

The method varies a little between cruise companies, but generally, the requirement is at least 100 shares of stock owned directly. So for example, you cannot own stock in a fund and still qualify, it must be 100+ stock shares owned individually.

Each cruise line asks that you submit proof of ownership of the 100+ shares, by email. This can be in the form of copies of brokerage statements.

The cruise passenger details must match the brokerage statements exactly in order to receive the cruise shareholder benefits.

It’s worth noting that the benefits are generally applied PER CABIN, so only one shareholder will be recognized per booking per cabin and the onboard credit is shared among the people in the cabin.

Norwegian Cruise Line Shareholder Benefits

Are you an owner of at least 100 shares of NCLH stock? Then you can get some great benefits by just filling out the NCL Shareholder Benefits Request Form ! Be sure to submit this form at least 2 weeks ahead of the cruise in which you are applying for the benefit.

What to expect as a Norwegian shareholder:

$250  Onboard Credit per Stateroom on Sailings of 15 Days or More. $100  Onboard Credit per Stateroom on Sailings of 7 to 14 Days. $50  Onboard Credit per Stateroom on Sailings of 6 Days or Less.

This benefit also extends to their subsidiaries Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas! Note that each cruise line has its own submission email address, but the same form and proof of shareholder status is the same.

The biggest caveat is that this benefit is available for regular-priced cruises meaning special rates such as friends and family, employee and travel agent rates are not eligible.

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Carnival Cruise Shareholder Benefits & Discounts

Carnival has a similar benefit schedule as Norwegian with onboard credits. This benefit is available to shareholders holding a minimum of 100 shares of Carnival Corporation or Carnival plc. Worth noting that Employees, travel agents cruising at travel agent rates, interline rates, tour conductors, or anyone cruising on a reduced-rate or complimentary basis are excluded from the offer.

Carnival shareholder benefit forms & information

Just fill out the Carnival Shareholder Benefit Request Form .

Submissions must be sent at least 4 weeks prior to sailing.

NORTH AMERICA BRANDS Sailings of 14 days or longer US $250 Sailings of 7 to 13 days US $100 Sailings of 6 days or less US $ 50

CONTINENTAL EUROPE BRANDS Sailings of 14 days or longer €200 Sailings of 7 to 13 days € 75 Sailings of 6 days or less € 40

UNITED KINGDOM BRANDS Sailings of 14 days or longer £150 Sailings of 7 to 13 days £ 60 Sailings of 6 days or less £ 30

AUSTRALIA BRANDS Sailings of 14 days or longer A$250 Sailings of 7 to 13 daysA$100 Sailings of 6 days or less A$ 50

Since Carnival Cruises owns so many lines, it’s nice that they allow this cruise shareholder benefit program across all brands! These brands include:

Carnival Cruises, Princess Cruises, Holland America shareholder benefits, Seabourn, Cunard, Costa Cruises, AIDA Cruises, P&O Cruises

Princess Cruises shareholder benefits

When preparing this information, fellow passengers asked specifically about Princess Cruises and if they have a shareholder benefit program. This is the same program and shareholder benefit forms as Carnival Cruise Line

Royal Caribbean Shareholder Benefits

Finally, Royal Caribbean has their own shareholder benefits which include Royal Caribbean Cruises as well as Celebrity Cruises.

$250 Onboard Credit per Stateroom on Sailings of 14 or more nights $100 Onboard Credit per Stateroom on Sailings of 6 to 13 nights $50 Onboard Credit per Stateroom on Sailings of 5 nights or less

As with the other programs, this requires 100 shares of stock owned to qualify and the request must be made at least 3 weeks prior to sailing.

Read about the most current shareholder benefit details and get the Royal Caribbean shareholder benefit request form here.

Celebrity Cruises Shareholder Benefits

Celebrity Cruises shares the same submission requirements and forms as Royal Caribbean. Download the Celebrity shareholder benefit request form here .

**Since Azamara has been split from Royal Caribbean, unfortunately, this shareholder benefit is no longer available for Azamara.

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A few words about owning cruise line stocks and investing in cruise lines during financial uncertainty

We spoke to a number of travelers that have used the above shareholder benefits for their cruise vacations, but most agree that investing in cruise stocks has some risk to it. While these stocks for major cruise lines are at record lows some people have purchased just to get the shareholder benefit KNOWING that there is risk involved such as insolvency of the cruise line, especially given the current financial conditions of cruise lines in general.

Travelers are rationalizing these stock purchases by stating that 100 shares of Carnival (or NCL, for example) is so cheap, that even a few cruises with the shareholder benefit would equal their stock purchase cost.

This argument gets less valid as the share prices increase, obviously, but as of now, these travelers make a good point about ongoing benefits for such a small investment that could grow. (or devalue to zero)

We don’t offer advice about stock investing, ever. We’ve taken advantage of these programs above and think it’s a great way to add value to your cruises and invest a little bit for the future! That’s merely our opinion.

How TO buy cruise line stock to get the shareholder benefits?

If you have a brokerage account and investing already, just pick up the phone or go online and purchase shares as you would any other stock or security.

If you’re not an investor but would like to acquire some stock from one of these cruise companies, you can use the company we have used for the past several years, IBKR (Interactive Brokers)

If you’d like to register with Interactive Brokers to purchase stock, you can get up to $1000 for using our referral link for registration (and we’ll get a little bit too!)

Our experience with IBKR has been nothing but positive and we’ve done a number of transactions and have been able to use statements they provide for proof of ownership to get the shareholder benifits on our cruises.

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Cruise Line Stocks – Shareholder Benefits for Cruisers (FREE onboard credit)

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If you’ve considered buying cruise line stocks, you’re not alone. Cruise stocks have some awesome benefits and perks for those who love to cruise.

Carnival Corp, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings are gaining ground over the last few months, but many believe there is still a lot of room for these cruise stocks to increase.

On top of the potential investment opportunity, owning Carnival and other cruise line stocks will get you shareholder benefits in the form of onboard credits when you cruise.

Now I should mention that isn’t meant to be financial investment advice. You’ll want to do your own due diligence which may include talking with a financial advisor. However, I will go over how cruise line shareholder benefits work and how you can take advantage.

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Cruise Line Shareholder Benefits for Cruise Travelers

Why buy cruise line stocks.

Many avid cruisers own cruise line stock because they think it’s a good investment and want to support their favorite cruise lines and the industry. It may surprise you to know that cruise lines actually reward their shareholders with a perk that’s advantageous to anyone who cruises, the more often the better!

Each and every time you go on a cruise, you’ll receive an onboard credit – the cruise line stock shareholder’s benefit. If you take a couple of cruises a year, or longer cruises, this can add up to hundreds of dollars!

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Cruise Line Stocks

3 publicly traded Cruise Line Stocks that have shareholder benefits are Carnival Corp (CCL) , Royal Caribbean Cruises Limited (RCCL) and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) .

Since each cruise company owns several brands, you’ll be able to benefit with a shareholder on-board credit (OBC) if you sail with any cruise line within in the larger company.

Carnival Corp

Carnival Corp includes these cruise lines:

• Princess Cruises
• Holland America

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd includes these cruise lines:

• Royal Caribbean
• Celebrity Cruises (excludes Celebrity Expedition – Galapagos sailings)

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings includes these cruise lines:

• Norwegian Cruise Line
• Regent Seven Seas

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Cruise Line Shareholder Benefits

Firstly, to receive shareholder benefits, you’ll need to own at least 100 shares of your favorite cruise line stock. Each cruise company works a little differently, but does offer an onboard credit each time you cruise.

Carnival Stock Benefits (CCL)

Carnival cruise lines offers the following on board credits to their shareholders:

• $50 – 6 days and less
• $100 – 7 to 13 days
• $250 – 14 days and more

If you sail with the North American brands, you’ll receive an on board credit in USD. However, if you sail with one of the Europe, or Australia brands, the OBC will be in the currency that is used on board.

Royal Caribbean Stock Benefits (RCCL)

Royal Caribbean offers the following on board credits to their shareholders:

• $50 – 5 nights and less
• $100 – 6 to 9 nights
• $200 – 10-13 nights
• $250 – 14 nights and more

Norwegian Stock Benefits (NCLH)

NCLH offers the following on board credits to their shareholders:

• $100 – 7 to 14 days
• $250 – 15 days and more

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How to Redeem Shareholder Benefits

It’s quite simple to redeem your cruise stock shareholder benefits for your cruise vacation. You’ll need to go to the cruise line website and print out a shareholder benefit form and complete it with the information required – your name, booking number, ship and sail date. You’ll also be asked to send in a proof of stock ownership, such as a brokerage statement.

If you’ve used a travel agent to book your cruise , you can ask your agent to send in the forms for you. Make sure to black out your personal investment information. Otherwise you can

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When Cruise Shareholder Benefits Don’t Apply

There are some restrictions about when you can redeem and receive your on board credits/shareholder benefits.

Do make sure to read the fine print, as some cruise line offers are not combinable with this benefit. This applies to travel agent rates, free cruises, and chartered sailings, as well as some other circumstances.

How to Get More Cruise Stock Benefits (OBCs)

Here’s a great cruise hack you need to know. Cruise lines will only give out shareholder benefits to one person in the cruise cabin, even if more than one person own cruise line stock. If you’re booking more than one cabin, split up the passengers so you can get double the credits. Once onboard you can switch cabins – this is done often by cruisers.

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Final Thoughts: Cruise Line Stocks – Shareholder Benefits for Cruisers

Owning cruise line shares is a great way to get additional on board credits and save money on your cruise . If you enjoy cruising and plan to continue to cruise in the future, the shareholder benefits are a nice perk of stock ownership.

Do you own cruise line stocks or are you considering it? Please let me know your thoughts and tips in the comments below.

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Carnival Stockholder Discounts

By bigmike7 , November 8, 2005 in Carnival Cruise Lines

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How many shares of CCL - Carnival stock - do you have to have to receive discounts or perks on Carnival cruises?

What are the perks and/or discounts?

Does it apply only to Carnival ships - or also to the other companies that they own?

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You have to own at least 100 shares of stock. You get $100 shipboard credit on every Carnival cruise you take. We've sent them e-mails asking about getting it on Princess cruises and they never answered. You might want to call Carnival direct and ask what to do and where to sent your information...Dennis

How many shares of CCL - Carnival stock - do you have to have to receive discounts or perks on Carnival cruises?   What are the perks and/or discounts?   Does it apply only to Carnival ships - or also to the other companies that they own?

Well Mike, when you buy stock in Carnival (NYSE - CCL), you are buying stock in Carnival Corporation, not Carnival Cruise Lines. In order to get anything from the company, you must own a minimum of 100 shares ($5,239.00 based on the 11/7 closing price). After you purchase those 100 shares, the corporation offers an on board credit. The amount is based on the length of your cruise ranging from $50.00 to $250.00. The on board credit is available on every cruise line that Carnival corporation owns which includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Seabourn Cruise Line, Windstar Cruises, AIDA Costa Cruises, Cunard Line, P&O Cruises, Ocean Village, Swan Hellenic, and P&O Cruises Australia.

Don't buy stock for the little incentive it will give you but rather for the long term investment.

CoachTerry14

The latest info:

Carnival Corporation & plc is please to extend the following benefit for stockholders:

Onboard credit per stateroom on sailings of 14 days or longer - $250

Onboard credit per stateroom on sailings of 7 to 13 days - $100

Onboard credit per stateroom on sailings of 6 days or less - $50

This benefit is applicable on sailings through July 31, 2006 aboard the brands listed below. Certain restrictions apply.

This benefit is available to shareholders holding a minimum of 100 shares of Carnival Corporation or Carnival plc. Employees, travel agents cruising at travel agent rates, tour conductors, or anyone cruising on a reduced-rate or complimentary basis are excluded from this offer. This benefit is not transferable, not combinable with any other shipboard offer anc cannot be used for casino credits/charges and gratuties charged to your onbard account. Only one onbard credit per shareholder occupied stateroom. Reservations must be made by February 28, 2006.

Please provide your name, reservation number, ship and sailing date, along with proof of ownership of Carnival Corporation or Carnival plc shares (i.e., photcopy of shareholder proxy card, shares certificate or a current brokerage or nominee statement) and the inital deposit to your travel agent or to the cruise line you have selected.

North American Brands:

Holland America / Windstar

Cunard* / Seabourn

Ocean Village

Swan Hellenic

Continential European Brands

Costa Cruises*

Aida Das Clubschiff

Australian Brand

P & O cruises Australia

*The onboard credit for Cunard and Costa Cruises is determined based on the operational currency onboard the vessel.

jerrywp1955

I just mail my info last Friday. Just waiting to hear back from them. I imagine they are quite busy from the clean-up from the last hurricane, so it may take awhile!!:p

TxShipShape

Investors web site

http://www.carnivalcorp.com/default.aspx

The info is in the annual report. You should read the whole thing before you invest but see Page 7 for the details

http://media.corporate-ir.net/media_files/NYS/ccl/reports/04AR.pdf

Thanks for the information-

We own 120 shares of CCL - so it looks as if we qualify-

btw - bought the shares 'cause it looks like a good investment in a good company - and the credits are just a bonus to us-

Happy Cruisin'

I looked at the Carnival site and Invester's relations dept. I couldn't find anything? Has anyone actually rec'v this?

Go to the Carnival Corporate site follow the link a couple of posts up, then click on the annual reports link (right side middle menu bar).

It is also in the annual report that Stockholders receive.

I have received the on board credit. It is really a nice bonus for owning the stock.

It has been a great long term investment - I purchased the stock for about $17.25 per share (right after 9/11/01). It has paid dividends, onboard credits, and climbed to over $52 per share (Nice 200% growth).

Ironically, the cruise industry has weathered the travel slump after 9/11, SARS, Hurricanes, mergers, etc. Seems to only be getting more popular... IMHO - However, popularity and profitablitity are not the same thing.

Just be forewarned: Sometimes the benefit is not consistently honored if you have another credit to your shipboard account.

For example, Princess does not apparently allow you to use both a onboard booking future cruise credit in combination with the shareholder credit.

Thank you!!!!! I am going to try to get the discount.

Once you submit your info for the credit, how long does it take and how do they notify you!!

You will receive it on your final docs and/or their will be a note in your cabin.

Thanks Terry:)

• 2 weeks later...

Do you mail, E-mail or fax your info to them? Thank you.

I have always mailed it and I have never had a problem!

Thank you; I faxed them today. I called the CCL Shareholder info line, and she said to fax would be fine. I'll let you know if it works. Thanks

• 1 month later...

Thank you; I just arrived back from my Christmas Cruise. It worked we received the $100.00 discount. There was a note in our cabin the first evening. I never would have known about this deal w/o Cruise critic. Thank you for the post. Happy New Year!

How long do you need to own the stock?

Can I just buy the shares, hold them for a day or two and dump them?

How long do you need to own the stock?   Can I just buy the shares, hold them for a day or two and dump them?

You need to purchase 100 shares to begin with. Once you purchase them you will need to wait until you receive a statement from your brokerage firm showing that you own the stock. You will need to fax that statement to Carnival. This process could take anywhere from one to two months.

Now, depending on your broker, you will incur a commission when you buy the shares and a commission when you sell them. If you buy them today and sell them a month later at a profit, then you get hit with Short Term Capital Gains. You are better off owning them for the long term and use the discount every year so long as they renew it.

I have never owned a stock for more than a week...I could generate paperwork that shows I own the stock.

A few posts back the message said that proof of ownership must be provided:

<< along with proof of ownership of Carnival Corporation or Carnival plc shares (i.e., photcopy of shareholder proxy card, shares certificate or a current brokerage or nominee statement)>>

So I'm not sure if my simple statements would be enough, and do I need to be an owner when I sail, or only when I purchaase the trip? No biggie.. 86 dollars is not a huge savings.

My broker commisssion is $7 per trade...so that's not a problem. Holding onto stock to avoid capital gains can be a huge mistake.

We didn't own the stock when we booked the cruise. We did the 7.00 trade as well and printed our own report for proof of ownership and faxed it to them. It worked :)

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Cruise Line Shareholder Discounts - All You Need to Know in 2023

In this article, we're going to cover everything you need to know about cruise line shareholder benefit programs. We'll start by discussing how these programs work and what kinds of discounts they offer. We'll then provide a list of some of the most popular cruise lines that offer shareholder benefits.

If you're a shareholder in a cruise line, you may be eligible for special benefits and discounts. These programs vary from cruise line to cruise line, but they typically offer things like reduced prices on cruises, onboard credit, and other perks.

The three largest public cruise companies in the world are Carnival Corporation (which owns Carnival, Holland America, Princess, and Costa), Royal Caribbean Cruises (which owns Royal Caribbean and Celebrity), and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (which owns Norwegian, Oceania, and Regent Seven Seas). All of these companies offer shareholder benefit programs.

The only other major cruise line that's operated by a public company is Disney Cruise Line. They do not have a shareholder benefit ( more info here ).

The big three cruise lines all offer onboard credit to shareholders who own over 100 shares of stock and meet a couple of other conditions. Let's take a look at each company, what they offer, and how to qualify.

Carnival Corporation is the largest cruise company in the world, with a market capitalization of $35.5 billion. It owns Carnival, Holland America, Princess, and Costa cruise lines.

Here's what you need to know about the CCL benefit.

If you sail for 6 days of less, you can get a $50 onboard credit. If you sail for 7-13 days, you can get a $100 credit, and if you sail for 14+ days, you can get a $250 credit.

You can redeem this credit on all of the CCL-owned and operated brands. This includes Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America, Princess Cruises, Seabourn, Cunard, Costa, Aida and P & O.

You can't redeem this credit if you're already cruising on a reduced-rate or complimentary basis. You also can't use it for casino credits/charges and gratuities charged to your onboard account.

To redeem, you'll need to send your complete legal name, reservation/booking number, ship and sailing date, along with proof of ownership of Carnival Corporation or Carnival plc shares 4 weeks before you depart. This information is sent to the specific brand that you're sailing with, and contact info can be found by clicking the link below.

Click here to open the Carnival Cruise Line Shareholder Benefit Info Sheet.

Royal Caribbean Cruises is the second-largest cruise company in the world, with a market capitalization of $28.8 billion. It owns Royal Caribbean and Celebrity cruise lines.

Here's what you need to know about the RCL benefit.

If you sail for 5 nights of less, you can get a $50 onboard credit. If you sail for 6-13 nights, you can get a $100 credit, and if you sail for 14+ nights, you can get a $200 credit.

You can redeem this credit on all of the RCL-owned and operated brands; Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises.

The company states: "To redeem this special offer, simply provide your name, address, confirmation number, ship and sailing date along with proof of share ownership at least 2-3 weeks prior to sailing"

Click here to open the Royal Caribbean Shareholder Benefit Offer.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is the third-largest cruise company in the world, with a market capitalization of $13.3 billion. It owns Norwegian, Oceania, and Regent Seven Seas cruise lines.

Here's what you need to know about the NCLH benefit.

If you sail for 6 days of less, you can get a $50 onboard credit. If you sail for 7-14 days, you can get a $100 credit, and if you sail for 15+ days, you can get a $250 credit.

You can redeem this credit on all of the NCLH-owned and operated brands; Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

To redeem, the company states: "To redeem this exclusive offer, simply complete the Shareholder Benefit Request Form which is available on the Investor Relations website at www.nclhltdinvestor.com and mail or email with accompanying documentation. You will be asked to provide your name, address, email address, telephone number, ship and sailing date along with a photocopy of your shareholder proxy card or photocopy of a current brokerage statement (brokerage account number must be blacked out before submitting) showing proof of ownership of at least 100 shares of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH). All shareholder benefit requests must be received at least fifteen days prior to sailing date."

Click here to get the Norwegian Cruise Line Shareholder Benefit Request Form.

Which Cruise Line Shareholder Benefit Is Best?

This is not financial advice. Also, benefits alone are not a reason to invest in a stock.

Currently, the Carnival Cruise Line shareholder benefit is the best. They have the largest portfolio of cruise lines, serve many more locations, and the lowest dollar value of the three for 100 shares.

Proof Of Ownership

For each of these programs, proof of ownership is required. The way you go about getting and sending this is the same for each of the Cruise Line shareholder rewards.

The most popular way to do this is to log into your online broker account and take a screenshot of your holdings. If you don't have an online broker, you can request a statement from your broker that lists your holdings as of a certain date.

Carnival's application explicitly lists some examples that you can use for proof: "[a] photocopy of shareholder proxy card, a dividend tax voucher or a current brokerage or nominee statement with your current mailing address and your brokerage account number blacked out...".

The safest bet is to send a current screenshot, coupled with a shareholder proxy card, and a brokerage statement.

The Redemption Process

With your proof and a filled-out application, you should then email, fax, or mail this proof and application to the customer service department of the cruise line you wish to redeem your benefits.

Each company specifies how far in advance this should be sent, but keep in mind, their staff needs to receive, review, and confirm your eligibility. Then, they have to create the onboard credit and add it to your reservation. So don't wait until the last minute!

Quick note: many people have their travel agent take care of redeeming the shareholder benefit. Ask yours if they have any experience with this, as it may be more efficient this way. They can also stack credit on top of other offers and pricing. For example, Amex Platinum and Amex's Cruise Privileges Program also offers credit and exclusive access. There are several reports that the shareholder benefit and Amex credit can be stacked.

How Does On Board Credit (OBC) for Shareholders Actually Work?

After redeeming, the credit will be applied to your account. When making in-person purchases on the ship, you can simply use your onboard account and the credit will be applied to your charge, as it's in the system.

Many ships now allow you to buy online / ahead.  In these instances, you'll be able to see how much credit you have available and apply accordingly.

The credit itself is standard. It can be applied to many of the events, food, and drink that are offered on the cruise. There are some exclusions, but these vary by company, as we noted in previous sections.

If you're a shareholder in a major cruise line, it's definitely worth your time to research and see if you can redeem any benefits. These programs are always changing, so make sure you stay up to date on the latest offers. And finally, remember to give yourself enough time when going through the process.

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