apples4t Posted November 14, 2014 #1 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Hello, I'm hoping someone is willing to answer some questions about the Carnival Shares OBC perk .. I asked the HAL online chat lady if detailed info was available on the HAL website, but the answer was "no, call this number". Which I will also do. - Does it work for Canadians? HAL chat lady says Yes, but would love to hear from a Canadian that has done it. - Is there a waiting period? If I buy 100 shares now, how soon could I claim the OBC? - I think the amount of OBC depends on cruise length, but the only list of "$$ vs days" I could find was from 2005. - Do my 100 shares allow me to claim OBC on multiple cruises and/or over multiple years, or do I have to buy more shares? - I cruise with a friend, not related and not a couple. If we both had shares, would we both get the OBC, or is it per stateroom? Many thanks, and thank you also for the great information on this discussion group! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcd2010 Posted November 14, 2014 #2 Share Posted November 14, 2014 (edited) Hello, I'm hoping someone is willing to answer some questions about the Carnival Shares OBC perk .. I asked the HAL online chat lady if detailed info was available on the HAL website, but the answer was "no, call this number". Which I will also do. - Does it work for Canadians? HAL chat lady says Yes, but would love to hear from a Canadian that has done it. - Is there a waiting period? If I buy 100 shares now, how soon could I claim the OBC? - I think the amount of OBC depends on cruise length, but the only list of "$$ vs days" I could find was from 2005. - Do my 100 shares allow me to claim OBC on multiple cruises and/or over multiple years, or do I have to buy more shares? - I cruise with a friend, not related and not a couple. If we both had shares, would we both get the OBC, or is it per stateroom? Many thanks, and thank you also for the great information on this discussion group! I can help with some of this. The shareholder benefit is good for now, no guarantee it will last forever, is subject to change (yearly). You get the OBC on all of Carnival's lines every time you cruise (7 days or longer) on the same 100 shares. It does depend on cruise length. Only one per cabin. If your cruise is off in the future you might want to wait to see if the stock comes down. This is a stock that fluctuates a few dollars so you can make money off it as well as get the OBC. Right now it's pretty high ($40.90 today, year's range $32.11 - 42.31). DS bought 125 shares a month ago at 34.50 and sold them a couple days ago at 40.50 - a $750 dollar profit, about 16-17%. Next time it comes down he can buy 150 shares. Edited November 14, 2014 by bcd2010 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freestyling Posted November 14, 2014 #3 Share Posted November 14, 2014 try this link http://phx.corporate-ir.net/External.File?item=UGFyZW50SUQ9MjI0MTc1fENoaWxkSUQ9LTF8VHlwZT0z&t=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcd2010 Posted November 14, 2014 #4 Share Posted November 14, 2014 I can help with some of this. The shareholder benefit is good for now, no guarantee it will last forever, is subject to change (yearly). You get the OBC on all of Carnival's lines every time you cruise (7 days or longer) on the same 100 shares. It does depend on cruise length. Only one per cabin. If your cruise is off in the future you might want to wait to see if the stock comes down. This is a stock that fluctuates a few dollars so you can make money off it as well as get the OBC. Right now it's pretty high ($40.90 today, year's range $32.11 - 42.31). DS bought 125 shares a month ago at 34.50 and sold them a couple days ago at 40.50 - a $750 dollar profit, about 16-17%. Next time it comes down he can buy 150 shares. I should also add that buying/selling the stocks should be done between cruises - you must own the stocks at the time of sailing and between the time you notify HAL and the time you sail. DS has 100 in his portfolio at all times, "plays" with additional shares. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mar56 Posted November 14, 2014 #5 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Yes this is available to Canadians. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apples4t Posted November 14, 2014 Author #6 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Thanks for the speedy info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slabeaume Posted November 14, 2014 #7 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Someone mentioned it was good on cruises over 7 nights. It's good on cruises for less then 7 nights, too, but for a lesser amount ($50). Also, if 2 people have CCL stock, only one gets the OBC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sapper1 Posted November 14, 2014 #8 Share Posted November 14, 2014 For cruises of 14 days or more the benefit is $250. For 7 to 13 days it is $100. I recently applied to have the OBC attached to our upcoming December cruise and the response came back with the credit applied for cruises booked next April and June as well. When we send in our proof we use a current printout and just black out all other investment info on the page. They only need to see what pertains to Carnival shares. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted November 14, 2014 #9 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Hello, I'm hoping someone is willing to answer some questions about the Carnival Shares OBC perk .. I asked the HAL online chat lady if detailed info was available on the HAL website, but the answer was "no, call this number". Which I will also do. - Does it work for Canadians? HAL chat lady says Yes, but would love to hear from a Canadian that has done it. - Is there a waiting period? If I buy 100 shares now, how soon could I claim the OBC? - I think the amount of OBC depends on cruise length, but the only list of "$$ vs days" I could find was from 2005. - Do my 100 shares allow me to claim OBC on multiple cruises and/or over multiple years, or do I have to buy more shares? - I cruise with a friend, not related and not a couple. If we both had shares, would we both get the OBC, or is it per stateroom? Many thanks, and thank you also for the great information on this discussion group! I think all your other questions have been answered. the same 100 shares allow you to claim OBC on multiple cruises over multiple years. It can really pay off. BTW - if you are Canadian and have room in your RSP, you might want to consider putting them there to avoid withholding tax . Just fax them your statement with the appropriate stuff blacked out showing your name, address and holdings and a letter with your booking number requesting the OBC. Another Canadian who uses CCL OBC :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alberta Quilter Posted November 14, 2014 #10 Share Posted November 14, 2014 For cruises under 7 days the OBC is $50. I even got it for a 1 day cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cayoooga Posted November 14, 2014 #11 Share Posted November 14, 2014 (edited) HAL is also very good at confirming your OBC. Request an email confirmation when faxing in your information. I have had confirmations as soon as 4 hours and as long as two days. Edited November 14, 2014 by Cayoooga Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yenta Posted November 14, 2014 #12 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Was shocked yesterday, faxed in our request and had a reply in 45 minutes. Now that is fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJ2002 Posted November 14, 2014 #13 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Another point... the benefit is the same, whether you own 100 shares or 1,000 shares, or more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Ellen Posted November 14, 2014 #14 Share Posted November 14, 2014 - I cruise with a friend, not related and not a couple. If we both had shares, would we both get the OBC, or is it per stateroom? I may have missed it, but I didn't notice an answer to this question. Sorry, only 1 CCL stock credit per stateroom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apples4t Posted November 14, 2014 Author #15 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Thanks again everyone. I will be keeping an eye on the share prices as our next cruise is in April 2015. Most of what I know about cruising I learned from Cruise Critic :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
take us away Posted November 14, 2014 #16 Share Posted November 14, 2014 1st time we did this, our broker gave us the certificate while we were in his office on the day we purchased the stock which we then sent in later that day and our OBC was applied that same day. Time zones probably helped as we are ET and HAL is PT. The group who handles this is one of the more amazing service areas of HAL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted November 14, 2014 #17 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Thanks again everyone. I will be keeping an eye on the share prices as our next cruise is in April 2015. Most of what I know about cruising I learned from Cruise Critic :) keep your eye out. I bought mine when I liked the price and keeping in mind that I would receive the OBC. I should have bought it years ago. So far, my stock is up nearly 25% and I will with the next cruise have received $750 total in OBC. Not a bad return at all ;) and thanks for reminding me to get my request off for my Westerdam cruise :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queen of DaNile Posted November 15, 2014 #18 Share Posted November 15, 2014 Thanks for the reminder about shareholder credits. Called HAL tonight and they did receive my fax & we got our OBC but did not have the info from our TA saying we would accept a complimentary upgrade if one became available.:eek: Always good to double check. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Folk Singer Posted November 15, 2014 #19 Share Posted November 15, 2014 try this link http://phx.corporate-ir.net/External.File?item=UGFyZW50SUQ9MjI0MTc1fENoaWxkSUQ9LTF8VHlwZT0z&t=1 Thanks for the link. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freestyling Posted November 15, 2014 #20 Share Posted November 15, 2014 Your welcome. Glad I could help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Folk Singer Posted November 15, 2014 #21 Share Posted November 15, 2014 Was shocked yesterday, faxed in our request and had a reply in 45 minutes. Now that is fast. Good service from HAL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Gail & Marty sailing away Posted November 15, 2014 #22 Share Posted November 15, 2014 It is a great ROI.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dobiemom Posted January 6, 2015 #23 Share Posted January 6, 2015 HAL is also very good at confirming your OBC. Request an email confirmation when faxing in your information. I have had confirmations as soon as 4 hours and as long as two days. Was shocked yesterday, faxed in our request and had a reply in 45 minutes. Now that is fast. Faxed in my form this afternoon. 17 minutes later I had my email confirmation. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted January 6, 2015 #24 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Faxed in my form this afternoon. 17 minutes later I had my email confirmation. :D That is really fast. I don't think our TA when she faxes in our request get a confirmation that fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travaustralia Posted January 6, 2015 #25 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Where do you find the OBC noted on your booking? HAL responded to our email very quickly but I don't know where to check it, in our booking. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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