winddawn Posted July 28, 2017 #26 Share Posted July 28, 2017 I believe carnival has a great view on what’s going on. I do however think it’s time for them to bring out a mega cruise ship like their visioned Pinnacle. However let’s be realistic. They cut to many corners for people to want to invest mega bucks. What do you think carnival should change and why? I personally think they really have to start with cost effectiveness and packages people enroll into at the gate of buying into the cruise. For example: basic which would include no WiFi data (just the basic fun 2.0) with no packages what so ever. Then full blast wifi plan, discounted behind the fun for 2, Cheers!, steakhouse reservations, laundry package (yes I know carnival doesn’t have one), fly2fun significantly discounted, airport transportation, FTTF on Journey cruises for free and last but not least the mid package. The basic WiFi plan the cheers package laundry prepaid card and a discounted ticket to the behind the fun. Welcome to Cruise Critic Carnival board. It's always interesting to read the comments of newcomers. Thank you for sharing. I disagree with your thinking. Carnival is a value brand that appeals to passengers seeking great value for their cruise dollars. Carnival's a la carte approach allows passengers to choose what they're willing to pay extra for while still allowing those that don't care about a lot of extras to enjoy low fares. If you haven't been cruising very long, you won't remember that reliable wifi is a fairly recent thing on cruise ships. The technology is still evolving. I don't think "full blast" wifi would be cost effective with the current technology. That being said, I think Carnival has room for improvement, but it would need to be consistent with it's business model that emphasizes value. I think one of Carnival's strengths is the service they provide at this price point. I agree with some of the others though that their loyalty program has room for improvement. Personally speaking, I'm not interested in mega ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdemps Posted July 28, 2017 #27 Share Posted July 28, 2017 I would love to see Carnival have some freebie deals like NCL does. Free: drink package(pay gratuities part), 3 nights specialty dining, 3/4 person cruise free, excursion credit each port, wifi package. Pick 1 for inside, 2 for ocean view or balcony All of them for suites Karen In my experience for the cruises I want to do, the prices are exactly the same on carnival when you add the items you want versus the so called free at sea promo. I didn't think NCL was all that much nicer to warrant the pricing and the rooms are smaller. I don't ever sail out of FL though so the cruise fares are always higher. This is my experience and I'm sure others will comment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bllybb758 Posted October 20, 2017 Author #28 Share Posted October 20, 2017 In my experience for the cruises I want to do, the prices are exactly the same on carnival when you add the items you want versus the so called free at sea promo. I didn't think NCL was all that much nicer to warrant the pricing and the rooms are smaller. I don't ever sail out of FL though so the cruise fares are always higher. This is my experience and I'm sure others will comment. Sometimes it’s waved so that they still make that funding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bighairtexan Posted October 20, 2017 #29 Share Posted October 20, 2017 I agree w/ some of the comments. Better suite perks (all you get is more room and priority boarding... compare to other cruiseline suite perks w/ a dedicated lounge w free drinks, a concierge, free internet etc). I know Carnival suites are less expensive than MOST but I'd like to see that experienced upgraded even at an "upgraded cost. Also better loyalty club perks. Again, a dedicated lounge for Platinum and up instead of merely a cocktail party, free specialty coffees, champagne tea, complimentary internet, pressing, laundry. Even complimentary beverage packages at the highest level. Maybe not all of the above but SOME of them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nealstuber Posted October 21, 2017 #30 Share Posted October 21, 2017 I agree w/ some of the comments. Better suite perks (all you get is more room and priority boarding... compare to other cruiseline suite perks w/ a dedicated lounge w free drinks, a concierge, free internet etc). I know Carnival suites are less expensive than MOST but I'd like to see that experienced upgraded even at an "upgraded cost. Also better loyalty club perks. Again, a dedicated lounge for Platinum and up instead of merely a cocktail party, free specialty coffees, champagne tea, complimentary internet, pressing, laundry. Even complimentary beverage packages at the highest level. Maybe not all of the above but SOME of them? Agree with all you’ve said here except cost. Both RCCL and NCL have Junior/Mini Suites where you get better perks for less than what Carnival sells as a full suite. Most of these rooms are nicer too. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicchic325 Posted October 22, 2017 #31 Share Posted October 22, 2017 I think the single best thing Carnival CORP could do for itself and its customers is establish a loyalty program across its lines. OMG- THIS!!! Carnival Corp seriously needs this. Make the loyalty program corporation wide. Hubby and I were just talking about this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoDidly Posted October 22, 2017 #32 Share Posted October 22, 2017 I think the single best thing Carnival CORP could do for itself and its customers is establish a loyalty program across its lines. Sent from my iPhone using Forums This is already in progress under the new Loyalty program. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bllybb758 Posted October 22, 2017 Author #33 Share Posted October 22, 2017 There should be a special place put together for the loyals.. specials and things like that need to be tugged forward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nealstuber Posted October 24, 2017 #34 Share Posted October 24, 2017 This is already in progress under the new Loyalty program. You still believing that old yarn? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
normalman Posted October 27, 2017 #35 Share Posted October 27, 2017 I wish Carnival offered a drink package between nothing and drink yourself blotto to make it worthwhile. How about a 4 drink a day package? Or an all you can drink on formal day package? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bUU Posted October 27, 2017 #36 Share Posted October 27, 2017 I doubt that there is a price point where that wouldn't either cannibalize current revenue too much or upset passengers because it offers what they consider too little benefit. This message may have been entered using voice recognition. Please excuse any typos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamRothstein1972 Posted October 27, 2017 #37 Share Posted October 27, 2017 If you want an example of a "rolling" loyalty programme in action have a look at the P&O Baltic and Lingurian tiers. Seems to work fine even though I won't get out of Caribbean until I retire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bllybb758 Posted February 14, 2018 Author #38 Share Posted February 14, 2018 If you want an example of a "rolling" loyalty programme in action have a look at the P&O Baltic and Lingurian tiers. Seems to work fine even though I won't get out of Caribbean until I retire. There are predecessors who are doing it right. Just carnival needs to push into it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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