Carnival Cruise Line · Loyalty
How does the loyalty program work?
The answer
Checked 2026-09-21Carnival Rewards — points and Status Qualifying Stars
- You gain 3 stars for every $1 of eligible spend with Carnival. Stars decide your status level.
- You earn 3 points for every $1 of eligible spend. Points are spent on drinks, spa days and other onboard extras.
- Points do not expire as long as you have eligible activity every three years.
- Once you reach a status level it is guaranteed for the next two years.
- Carnival Rewards replaced the older VIFP Club.
In one sentence — Carnival Cruise Line: Carnival Rewards — points and Status Qualifying Stars. You gain 3 stars for every $1 of eligible spend with Carnival. Stars decide your status level. You earn 3 points for every $1 of eligible spend. Points are spent on drinks, spa days and other onboard extras. Points do not expire as long as you have eligible activity every three years. Once you reach a status level it is guaranteed for the next two years. Carnival Rewards replaced the older VIFP Club. Read from Carnival Cruise Line's own published policy on 2026-09-21. Cruise lines change policies without notice — confirm with Carnival Cruise Line before relying on this.
Why this one catches people out
Tiers are earned by nights sailed on most lines, by points on others, and the benefits change sharply between tiers.
Where this came from
https://www.carnival.com/vifpWe read these policies from each cruise line's own pages and record the date we read them. Lines change their rules without notice. Always confirm with the cruise line before you rely on anything here.