Rare ReneeFLL Posted August 20, 2023 #1 Share Posted August 20, 2023 What other cruise lines match the loyalty benefits of C & A? How does it work? If I get 6 free drinks per day, a free bag of wash and fold, etc, will I get the same on other lines? Let me know how it has worked for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another_Critic Posted August 20, 2023 #2 Share Posted August 20, 2023 (edited) Some lines [1] match to specific tiers, but you only get the benefits of that cruise line's tier, not your RCI benefits. Example: MSC matches RCI D+ to MSC Gold. [1] MSC and maybe Virgin? Edited August 20, 2023 by Another_Critic 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefly333 Posted August 20, 2023 #3 Share Posted August 20, 2023 There is another recent thread about how celebrity works. I matched elite and got some free wifi time I remember. There is some kind of cocktail hour after 5 pm. I wanted wifi time to get into my game without paying is all I remember. They match status not points. MSC says they will also match status, so I put in twice to match and never heard back. I've heard their customer service isnt very good. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ReneeFLL Posted August 20, 2023 Author #4 Share Posted August 20, 2023 4 minutes ago, firefly333 said: There is another recent thread about how celebrity works. I matched elite and got some free wifi time I remember. There is some kind of cocktail hour after 5 pm. I wanted wifi time to get into my game without paying is all I remember. They match status not points. MSC says they will also match status, so I put in twice to match and never heard back. I've heard their customer service isnt very good. I am looking at my status as Pinnacle and not my points. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles4515 Posted August 20, 2023 #5 Share Posted August 20, 2023 8 minutes ago, ReneeFLL said: What other cruise lines match the loyalty benefits of C & A? How does it work? If I get 6 free drinks per day, a free bag of wash and fold, etc, will I get the same on other lines? Let me know how it has worked for you. They don't match the RCI benifits but they match certain tier levels. So if you are Diamond on Royal you will be Elite on Celebrity. Celebrity[s program is not as good as Royal's so youonly get 3 drinks between 5 and 7. There is one bag of laundry. MSC has a status match but I don't think their benefits include any drinks or laundry. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles4515 Posted August 20, 2023 #6 Share Posted August 20, 2023 1 minute ago, ReneeFLL said: I am looking at my status as Pinnacle and not my points. Your status match on Celebrity will be Elite. They don't status match higher than that. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dani negreanu Posted August 20, 2023 #7 Share Posted August 20, 2023 2 minutes ago, ReneeFLL said: I am looking at my status as Pinnacle and not my points. The most you can "status match" with Celebrity is Elite. HH between 5 and 7, not on the first day. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another_Critic Posted August 20, 2023 #8 Share Posted August 20, 2023 3 minutes ago, ReneeFLL said: I am looking at my status as Pinnacle and not my points. D, D+, and Pinnacle match to Celebrity Elite (equivalent tier as Diamond, but different benefits). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ReneeFLL Posted August 20, 2023 Author #9 Share Posted August 20, 2023 I’m more considering other lines than Celebrity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gumshoe958 Posted August 20, 2023 #10 Share Posted August 20, 2023 5 minutes ago, ReneeFLL said: I’m more considering other lines than Celebrity. MSC should match you to their top tier, Diamond. You don’t get a lot though - one free dinner at a specialty restaurant is probably the best perk. And a dance class. Tbh in terms of loyalty perks, Royal sets the bar pretty high and takes some beating thanks to those drink vouchers. I’d lay money on Liberty ‘enhancing’ them at some point. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another_Critic Posted August 20, 2023 #11 Share Posted August 20, 2023 (edited) 26 minutes ago, ReneeFLL said: I’m more considering other lines than Celebrity. This doesn't apply to you, but just an FYI to others. If you've sailed Azamara prior to Feb. 1, 2023, your Azamara tier / points / loyalty # will match your Celebrity tier / points / loyalty # as of that date. Note that you must have sailed at least once on both lines to have accumulated equivalent points on both lines. For example, I am Celebrity Elite with 523 points and Azamara Discoverer with 521 points; the difference is 2 Celebrity Power Up points earned after Feb. 1, 2023. Also, there is no longer status reciprocity between Azamara and Celebrity / RCI. Edited August 20, 2023 by Another_Critic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ReneeFLL Posted August 20, 2023 Author #12 Share Posted August 20, 2023 (edited) 42 minutes ago, gumshoe958 said: MSC should match you to their top tier, Diamond. You don’t get a lot though - one free dinner at a specialty restaurant is probably the best perk. And a dance class. Tbh in terms of loyalty perks, Royal sets the bar pretty high and takes some beating thanks to those drink vouchers. I’d lay money on Liberty ‘enhancing’ them at some point. Thanks. I know Royal has some good loyalty perks, but with the prices they are charging looks like I can buy those perks and still have a cheaper or better cruise elsewhere. I also don’t always use the 6 drinks so that’s a consideration for what I would or wouldn’t be paying for. Edited August 20, 2023 by ReneeFLL 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetdriver787 Posted August 20, 2023 #13 Share Posted August 20, 2023 (edited) Virgin voyages will status match Diamond and above to their current “Deep Blue Extras” Expect priority check-in; $100 free “bar tab;” an extra $100 free bar tab enhanced from the normal $50 for every $300 tab you purchase pre-cruise only; upgraded free internet; free bag (and it’s a very big bag) of laundry once per cruise (Wash and fold everything, plus 2 pieces pressed, plus 1 item of dry cleaning); $10 per day per cabin specialty coffee credit. Deep Blue Extras You have access to our collection of unrivaled, onboard luxurious, called Deep Blue Extras — putting you at the helm of VIP treatment. The perks will be available to you on voyages through December 31, 2023, and include: Enhanced Boarding: A dedicated line at embarkation awaits you at the terminal $100 Bar Tab per cabin: Sip on cocktails, mocktails, smoothies and more with $100 in drink credits on us. Unlimited Premium Wifi (where available): If you can dream it, we can stream with access to our premium wifi Dedicated Sailor Services Support On Board: For any and all of your needs, you'll have access to a dedicated agent An Exclusive Sailaway Hour: A special experience for those with Deep Blue Extras. Laundry Service: Two pressed items, one specialty-cleaned item, and a bag of laundry — on us $10 daily credit for specialty coffee per cabin: Because you deserve to be glamorously caffeinated for everything you’ve got planned We understand that your loyalty to another cruise line is important, and we’re so grateful that you’re giving us the opportunity to Match and Sea More. We can’t wait to sea you on board soon — treating you with all your incredible new perks and exploring the world The Virgin Way. Edited August 20, 2023 by Jetdriver787 7 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seasidemama Posted August 20, 2023 #14 Share Posted August 20, 2023 1 hour ago, gumshoe958 said: MSC should match you to their top tier, Diamond. You don’t get a lot though - one free dinner at a specialty restaurant is probably the best perk. And a dance class. Tbh in terms of loyalty perks, Royal sets the bar pretty high and takes some beating thanks to those drink vouchers. I’d lay money on Liberty ‘enhancing’ them at some point. Yes, but you should take into account MSC (and NCL) offers all inclusive cruise fares for an additional charge which is less than what you would pay for the same with Royal. So, you would pay less, and while not having "status" would still have drinks/specialty and internet for much less than what Royal offers currently so you don't necessarily need the status perks.. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles4515 Posted August 20, 2023 #15 Share Posted August 20, 2023 10 minutes ago, seasidemama said: Yes, but you should take into account MSC (and NCL) offers all inclusive cruise fares for an additional charge which is less than what you would pay for the same with Royal. So, you would pay less, and while not having "status" would still have drinks/specialty and internet for much less than what Royal offers currently so you don't necessarily need the status perks.. Unfortunately for MSC and NCL what you get what you pay for at a lower fare. A lesser cruise. To get a better cruise on those lines you need to pay a higher fare and book the Yacht Club on MSC or the Haven on NCL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nferr Posted August 20, 2023 #16 Share Posted August 20, 2023 (edited) MSC's loyalty match is fairly worthless IMO. You do get 5% off when booking. Nothing like the four free daily drinks I get on RCL. Edited August 20, 2023 by nferr 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crzndeb Posted August 21, 2023 #17 Share Posted August 21, 2023 I have friends who are 4 Star in the Mariner Society on HAL. They get some pretty good perks. I’m not going to list them all, since it can be easily googled. 4 Star is 200 days and 5 Star is 500. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles4515 Posted August 21, 2023 #18 Share Posted August 21, 2023 3 minutes ago, crzndeb said: I have friends who are 4 Star in the Mariner Society on HAL. They get some pretty good perks. I’m not going to list them all, since it can be easily googled. 4 Star is 200 days and 5 Star is 500. Laundry. I would not call their perks great. Both RCI and Celebrity perks are better. Does not matter though for this topic. They don’t status match. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crzndeb Posted August 21, 2023 #19 Share Posted August 21, 2023 1 hour ago, Charles4515 said: They don’t status match. Thanks. I missed the word “match”. Not a whole bunch of options that would match. 😉 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seasidemama Posted August 21, 2023 #20 Share Posted August 21, 2023 (edited) 3 hours ago, Charles4515 said: Unfortunately for MSC and NCL what you get what you pay for at a lower fare. A lesser cruise. To get a better cruise on those lines you need to pay a higher fare and book the Yacht Club on MSC or the Haven on NCL. RCL is already a lesser cruise unless you are on an oasis/quantum class and book sky or star class which will cost you a small mortgage. Just for fun here’s a comparison. 8/11/24 freedom of the seas 7 nights owners suite, 4 people, no benefits (freedom class) pay for your own specialty/drinks/wifi. $11,113 cabin and taxes/port charges. 8/11/24 NCL Breakaway 7 nights the HAVEN, forward facing penthouse w/balcony. 4 ppl, gratuities/wifi/specialty/drinks/shore excursion credit plus all the Haven perks. - $9,106 all in. 8/18/24 Symphony 7 nights, 4 ppl, Junior suite (no benefits) $9,061. Jump to a grand suite for $12,087. So for $3,000 more you get four bottles of water, internet and coastal kitchen. No drinks. No specialty dining (is coastal kitchen worth $3,000??). Grand suite is also a smaller cabin but it’s the cheapest above junior suite. a no brainer really for those that cruise at those price ranges. none of these are in my budget, but if they were I know where my money would be going. I heard the Haven experience is really very very nice.. Edited August 21, 2023 by seasidemama 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted August 21, 2023 #21 Share Posted August 21, 2023 5 hours ago, Another_Critic said: Example: MSC matches RCI D+ to MSC Gold. MSC Gold looks about as worth it as C&A Gold 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ampurp85 Posted August 21, 2023 #22 Share Posted August 21, 2023 2 hours ago, seasidemama said: RCL is already a lesser cruise unless you are on an oasis/quantum class and book sky or star class which will cost you a small mortgage. Just for fun here’s a comparison. 8/11/24 freedom of the seas 7 nights owners suite, 4 people, no benefits (freedom class) pay for your own specialty/drinks/wifi. $11,113 cabin and taxes/port charges. 8/11/24 NCL Breakaway 7 nights the HAVEN, forward facing penthouse w/balcony. 4 ppl, gratuities/wifi/specialty/drinks/shore excursion credit plus all the Haven perks. - $9,106 all in. 8/18/24 Symphony 7 nights, 4 ppl, Junior suite (no benefits) $9,061. Jump to a grand suite for $12,087. So for $3,000 more you get four bottles of water, internet and coastal kitchen. No drinks. No specialty dining (is coastal kitchen worth $3,000??). Grand suite is also a smaller cabin but it’s the cheapest above junior suite. a no brainer really for those that cruise at those price ranges. none of these are in my budget, but if they were I know where my money would be going. I heard the Haven experience is really very very nice.. Actually, if you jump to a GS or higher on Oasis class you get drinks in the suite lounge. 11-11 beer wine, sodas water and juice, then 5-8 happy hour drinks. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seasidemama Posted August 21, 2023 #23 Share Posted August 21, 2023 6 hours ago, ampurp85 said: Actually, if you jump to a GS or higher on Oasis class you get drinks in the suite lounge. 11-11 beer wine, sodas water and juice, then 5-8 happy hour drinks. Yes, you pay $3,000 more for a smaller suite to get limited drinks in a lounge. Compared to full Haven benefits with butler and unlimited drinks all over the ship (which include the haven lounge) included in the fare. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ReneeFLL Posted August 21, 2023 Author #24 Share Posted August 21, 2023 I really appreciate everyone’s info. It’s very helpful. I have only read a few trip reviews that weren’t for Royal or Celebrity. I just started reading Saint Greg’s Alaska Jewel (NCL) review since I’m now looking at other cruise lines. @Jetdriver787 Lots of great info, thanks. Btw, hubby also flies the 787, but out of Miami. @seasidemama Great comparisons, thanks. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ampurp85 Posted August 21, 2023 #25 Share Posted August 21, 2023 54 minutes ago, seasidemama said: Yes, you pay $3,000 more for a smaller suite to get limited drinks in a lounge. Compared to full Haven benefits with butler and unlimited drinks all over the ship (which include the haven lounge) included in the fare. Yes, you said that, but you stated no drinks were included. I pointed out there was. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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