Random Elite Upgrade?

[bemis12]

8 hours ago, palolake said:

 

It may not cost Princess much but it totally pisses me off every time I read that this has happened.  I think it does cost Princess in customer relations for the people who have cruised enough to earn the status.  Good for you but I think it's a stupid move on the part of Princess.

And actually, being in suites counted as 10 cruises.

I doubt if very many people are shallow enough to be concerned about other peoples sailing status. I could be wrong.

[dog]

I can see offering upgrade, but should not be “elite” status. That is earned through loyalty. To OP. Really appreciate your sister’s attempt to see that it was legit. 

[palolake]

12 hours ago, bemis12 said:

I doubt if very many people are shallow enough to be concerned about other peoples sailing status. I could be wrong.

 

Shallow? It has nothing to do with being shallow.  And it has nothing to do with "status" if you're inferring that I feel superior to others being Elite. 

We can only cruise once a year.  We live in the middle of the country and it's expensive for us to fly.  I looked forward with each cruise to becoming Elite for the benefits that come with it.  I don't think it's fair that it cost us plenty to get those benefits and then Princess just gives it to others.