Rare Tom-n-Cheryl Posted March 2, 2009 #26 Share Posted March 2, 2009 The super-dooper Platinum folks are gonna be p.o.'d if the little "Milestone Rewards" icon doesn't show up. I don't blame them. Yes - I am not impressed ("lipstick on a pig" comes to mind...) - where it the FOURTH tier card!!! :mad: (ok, granted the "mad" Smile is a bit harsh... but REALLY ! ? ! ?) Am I the only one that prefers the old cards to the new ones? On the plus side, John said that the new cards have a thicker magnetic strip in them, meaning that they are harder to demagnetize. He said that they should eliminate the need to get them re-activated at the "information desk" as they now prefer to call it. ... so perhaps they can NOW be used for the cabin safes as well. We just got off the Splendor and was dissapointed becuase they made us turn in our cards.... I always had them in my scrapbook from past cruises:( See next comment... If we have to start turning them in, then we will lose at least one during the cruise and have to have it replaced. You and me both!! Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuntieBon Posted March 2, 2009 #27 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Am I the only one that doesn't like them? :rolleyes: They all look alike.Platinum doesn't stand out like before. :( Totally agree! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckycruzer Posted March 2, 2009 #28 Share Posted March 2, 2009 The super-dooper Platinum folks are gonna be p.o.'d if the little "Milestone Rewards" icon doesn't show up. I don't blame them. time to fix it tho. I did like the all PLAT, tho:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelz66 Posted March 2, 2009 #29 Share Posted March 2, 2009 LOL...typical Carnival...not in touch with their clientele. Once enough people through a hissy fit about turning them in they will change that policy. And if the names are printed on ther what good are they? They can't be reused. OH...BTW...I don't really think they are anything special...they all look the same...kinda like a Dave & Busters card. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tha sista Posted March 2, 2009 #30 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Am I the only one that doesn't like them? :rolleyes: They all look alike.Platinum doesn't stand out like before. :( I agree with you...I don't care if other passengers notice the platinum, but it sure opens up dialogue with crew when I use my card and they say "what ships have you been on" or "wow, welcome HOME". I guess the crew will be used to those colors but they sure aren't very noticable. I don't like the new cards. I am with you Aggieastrofan, they look childish! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelz66 Posted March 2, 2009 #31 Share Posted March 2, 2009 I apologize to Dave and Busters...their cards do not look as bad as carnivals...LOL Question for all you stock holders....how much did this change cost the company? and was it really needed? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tom-n-Cheryl Posted March 2, 2009 #32 Share Posted March 2, 2009 ... Question for all you stock holders....how much did this change cost the company? and was it really needed? :confused: Hmmm... no doubt it will be paid for by an elimination of the Shareholder's Credit. :rolleyes: I hope not, but we will find out fairly soon!! Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Mach* Posted March 2, 2009 #33 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Am I the only one that doesn't like them? :rolleyes: They all look alike.Platinum doesn't stand out like before. :( No... you're not. In fact, I complained to John Heald about them last night and posted the same on his blog. They look like they were designed by the same guy that paints the bows of the NCL ships. I think they're terrible. I'm sure that folks will get on you about your 'Platinum doesn't stand out...' comment but I agree. There are gold and platinum levels for a reason... to recognize those who sail often/frequently with Carnival. Some tiny notation of 'gold' or 'platinum' at the top of the card is just a casual nod to one's faithfulness to Carnival... Just my $.02... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelz66 Posted March 2, 2009 #34 Share Posted March 2, 2009 They look like they were designed by the same guy that paints the bows of the NCL ships. I think they're terrible. OMG....LMAO...that is exactly what they look like...hahahahahaha :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggieastrosfan Posted March 2, 2009 #35 Share Posted March 2, 2009 OMG....LMAO...that is exactly what they look like...hahahahahaha :D YES! That's it! I knew they looked kind of familiar! FTR, I hate those cheesy cartoon-like pictures drawn on the NCL ships, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chigirlcruzin Posted March 2, 2009 #36 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Mach, your description is perfect! I don't care for them. As a soon to be Platinum cruiser, I was looking forward to the platinum card. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shipty2 Posted March 2, 2009 #37 Share Posted March 2, 2009 They are ugly but right in keeping with the new low brow carnival commercials with the guy in the 70's sweatsuit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kathy32259 Posted March 2, 2009 #38 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Am I the only one that doesn't like them? :rolleyes: They all look alike.Platinum doesn't stand out like before. :( I agree Bren - Platinum need to stand out more. :rolleyes: If they are not fleet wide maybe I will get the old kind on the Pride this month! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kathy32259 Posted March 2, 2009 #39 Share Posted March 2, 2009 No... you're not. In fact, I complained to John Heald about them last night and posted the same on his blog. They look like they were designed by the same guy that paints the bows of the NCL ships. I think they're terrible. I'm sure that folks will get on you about your 'Platinum doesn't stand out...' comment but I agree. There are gold and platinum levels for a reason... to recognize those who sail often/frequently with Carnival. Some tiny notation of 'gold' or 'platinum' at the top of the card is just a casual nod to one's faithfulness to Carnival... Just my $.02... Thanks for telling John!! Let him know that many other frequent CCL cruisers feel the same....;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeandbecky5 Posted March 2, 2009 #40 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Ok- I'm having a blonde moment. I can not see the picture of the new cards. Can someone please help me out? Thanks:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thirsty Cruiser Posted March 2, 2009 #41 Share Posted March 2, 2009 As they represent a major end-of-cruise bill to me, I think they all are nasty, ugly little things invented by satan himself. :mad: (I did like the old ones better, tho) :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mykiddiewinks Posted March 2, 2009 #42 Share Posted March 2, 2009 I really dont care what my card looks like as long as they let me on the ship, I can get in my cabin and get a drink in my hand with it - what my card looks like is not going to spoil any part of my cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pink Bride07 Posted March 2, 2009 #43 Share Posted March 2, 2009 They had to just start yesterday because I just got off the Victory yesterday and we had the old ones!!! :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crusinpsychRN Posted March 2, 2009 #44 Share Posted March 2, 2009 I can never get those little red x things to open. Is there another way to put it on the boards? I want to see too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shawnie Posted March 2, 2009 #45 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Ok- I'm having a blonde moment. I can not see the picture of the new cards. Can someone please help me out? Thanks:p Dye your hair brown then go back and take another look!!:p See if you can see them then!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeandbecky5 Posted March 2, 2009 #46 Share Posted March 2, 2009 That will not help me out! I don't even see the red x. But, I am sailing in 37 days and I am dying to see the new look.:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thirsty Cruiser Posted March 2, 2009 #47 Share Posted March 2, 2009 I can never get those little red x things to open. Is there another way to put it on the boards? I want to see too! The images are located here: http://johnheald.files.wordpress.com/2009/03/new-ss-cards.jpg?w=594&h=768 If you are at work, they may be blocked. Otherwise, try right-clicking on the red X's and getting the URL from the properties menu option, and try to see them that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeandbecky5 Posted March 2, 2009 #48 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Thanks for the help!:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hockey Addict Posted March 2, 2009 #49 Share Posted March 2, 2009 They look like they were designed by the same guy that paints the bows of the NCL ships. I think they're terrible. Just my $.02... YES! That's it! I knew they looked kind of familiar! FTR, I hate those cheesy cartoon-like pictures drawn on the NCL ships, too. I thought I was the only one that thought that the NCL bow's were cheesy!! I posted a comment too about thinking the Platinum guests would hate the new cards. They are dull and don't stand out as much. I've got a long way to go before I get the Platinum status... but I knew some would be po'd! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cascole Posted March 2, 2009 #50 Share Posted March 2, 2009 I don't like them either... I'm finally making it to Platinum & no one will even notice! :( Actually, I asked one of my roll calls (very active) what they thought and no one there liked them either. On John's blog he says that the words 'gold' and 'platinum' are printed on the cards, but if it is it must be really light - you certainly can't see even a glimmer of it in the pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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