How Many VIFP Points Do I Need for a Cruise?

By Michael Ferguson

Are you planning to go on a cruise with Carnival? If so, you might be wondering how many VIFP points you need to accumulate to qualify for certain perks and benefits.

What are VIFP Points?

VIFP stands for “Very Important Fun Person,” and it’s Carnival’s loyalty program. Every time you sail with Carnival, you earn VIFP points based on the duration of your cruise, stateroom category, and onboard purchases. The more points you earn, the higher your status in the program and the more benefits you receive.

How Many VIFP Points Do I Need for a Cruise?

The number of VIFP points required to qualify for a free cruise varies depending on several factors. Here’s a breakdown:

– For a 3-5 day cruise in an Interior or Oceanview stateroom, you need 24 VIFP points. – For a 3-5 day cruise in a Balcony or Suite stateroom, you need 30 VIFP points.

– For a 6+ day cruise in an Interior or Oceanview stateroom, you need 25 VIFP points. – For a 6+ day cruise in a Balcony or Suite stateroom, you need 30 VIFP points.

Keep in mind that these requirements are subject to change at any time, so it’s always best to check Carnival’s website for the most up-to-date information.

What Benefits Do I Get with VIFP Points?

As mentioned earlier, the more VIFP points you earn, the higher your status in the program and the more benefits you receive. Here are some of the benefits:

– Blue (0-24 points): members get priority check-in and embarkation, access to members-only events onboard, and special offers from Carnival partners. – Red (25-74 points): members get all the benefits of Blue status, plus a free 1-liter bottle of water per person on each cruise, priority tendering, and a special invitation to the VIFP party onboard.

– Gold (75-199 points): members get all the benefits of Red status, plus priority debarkation, a complimentary wash-and-fold laundry service, and a $50 casino credit or spa credit per cruise. – Platinum (200-399 points): members get all the benefits of Gold status, plus priority access to dining reservations and shore excursion bookings, a free meal at the specialty restaurant on each cruise, and a $100 casino credit or spa credit per cruise. – Diamond (400+ points): members get all the benefits of Platinum status, plus access to the concierge lounge onboard for complimentary drinks and snacks, priority seating at shows and events, and a free 7-day Caribbean cruise once they reach 700 VIFP points.

Conclusion

VIFP points are an excellent way to earn perks and benefits when sailing with Carnival. The number of VIFP points required for a free cruise depends on several factors.

Keep in mind that these requirements are subject to change at any time. By accumulating more VIFP points through multiple cruises with Carnival, you can achieve higher status levels with better perks such as priority check-in and embarkation, access to members-only events onboard, free meals at specialty restaurants on each cruise etc.