Members of the Captain’s Circle, Princess Cruises’ loyalty program, can climb the ranks and enjoy special incentives faster by purchasing the Princess Plus or Premier Package add-on. Cruisers who avail of these packages for any voyage from August 1 to December 1, 2024, get double the cruise credits.
Loyal guests of Princess Cruises know that their tier in the loyalty program can mean discounts on shore excursions, onboard shopping, and priority services that elevate the overall travel experience.
The cruise line’s newly introduced Captain’s Circle Loyalty Accelerator program allows guests to enjoy additional perks while exchanging them for more rewards, allowing them to reach the higher tiers faster without spending as much.
Premier and Plus perks include Wi-Fi access, crew gratuities, free beverages, the opportunity to participate in fitness classes, and more.
They offer guests a bundle of amenities for one all-inclusive and discounted rate. The cruise line estimates that guests can save up to 65% by availing of the packages versus buying all its inclusions separately.
According to Princess Cruises President John Padgett, “Princess Premier and Princess Plus are the best way to experience Princess and offer the best value in the vacation business. The Loyalty Accelerator Program gives our most valued guests even more reasons to sail with our industry-leading bundles.” |
Captain’s Circle has four membership levels. Guests automatically become Gold members after attending their first sailing. Meanwhile, attaining the Platinum and Elite status takes 5 to 15 cruises.
Captain’s Circle Membership Tiers
Membership Tiers | Qualifications | Top Rewards |
Gold | 1 cruise completed | Preferential pricing Early access to new itineraries Access to members-only events |
Ruby | 3 cruises or 30 cruise days completed | Shoreside phone line access to help desk 100% cancellation benefit Expanded medical expense and evacuation coverage |
Platinum | 5 cruises or 50 cruise days completed | 50% discount on MedallionNet Wi-Fi package Access to exclusive lounge 10% discount on spa and photo gallery |
Elite | 15 cruises or 150 cruise days completed | 10% discount on shore excursions Priority embarkation and disembarkation Complimentary wine-tasting, mini bar, afternoon tea, and laundry services |
Like the loyalty programs of other cruise lines, Captain Circle becomes more interesting as you reach its upper tiers. Platinum members enjoy half-off on MedallionNet Wi-Fi, while the highest level entitles you to free afternoon tea in your stateroom, plus priority embarkation and disembarkation.