Carnival Cruise Line is replacing its longtime loyalty program with Carnival Rewards, a flexible, points-based system launching in 2026.

Carnival's elimination of lifetime loyalty status has long-time cruisers furious. Comments from their brand ambassador suggest adjustments might be possible.

Some Carnival cruisers are enraged over the changes coming with the cruise line’s new loyalty program.

Carnival is completely overhauling its cruise loyalty program and many cruisers are angry about the changes.

Although the cruise line is facing even bigger issues now, Carnival has come up with a solution for one loyalty program problem that passengers will appreciate.

Carnival Cruise Line is restructuring its rewards program, but the change, which includes a new name -- Carnival Rewards -- and a new accrual plan, isn't being embraced by all of its loyalty members.

Carnival Cruise Line is launching a new loyalty program and a new name: Carnival Rewards. It will have new features, new ways to earn status, and new reward categories.

Carnival Cruise Line is replacing its longtime loyalty program with Carnival Rewards, a flexible, points-based system launching in 2026.

Carnival Cruise Line announced today it will launch its new loyalty program with a cruise industry first, adding new features, new ways to earn status, new reward categories and a new name ...

Carnival Cruise Line has announced the launch a new loyalty program, Carnival Rewards. The new program taking effect in June 2026 introduces a points-based system featuring personalized perks and new ...

Carnival Cruise Line is set to debut a completely revamped loyalty program — Carnival Rewards — in June 2026, including a new points currency and elite status qualification.

Carnival is completely overhauling its cruise loyalty program to provide greater flexibility and more meaningful benefits.