Carnival Gift Cards

[JoelS542167]

Thank you for making this decision easy for me.   I will be ending my membership due to your deception when it came to not one but two decreases in Carnival Gift Card benefits.  First the Carnival Cruise discount went from 10% to 8% and now it’s only 5%.    That was one of the better benefits I actually used  and now it’s basically gone. Thanks for nothing.  

[MichelleM177212]

wE JOINED BECAUSE OF THE CARNIVAL GIFT CARDS TOO. VERY DISAPPOINTING. I CANT FIND ANYTHING ELSE THAT WOULD BENEFIT ME. FLIGHTS AND HOTELS ARE ANY CHEAPER GOING THRU AARP. 

[AARPConsumerCare]

@MichelleM177212  I can help with that! There are discounts on cell phone services, insurance, restaurants, movie theaters, entertainment venues, groceries, and everyday items. We offer the AARP Now Smartphone app, that gives access to your digital membership card, stay connected with daily news stories, explore events happening nearby and discover member benefits wherever you are, plus so much more! Check them out at http://aarp.org?cmp=SNO-LITHIUM---&socialid=15784300702 or let me know if I can help you find things you may be interested in. Thanks for being a member! Jodee R. 

[MichaelT214163]

same. Will not be renewing until that particular benefit is back. 

[GaryWayne21119]

It is now gone.  Unless they bring it back, Carnival gift cards are not available 

[JessicaR368491]

Oh man I can’t wait for the YouTube bloggers to put this out there that they’re no longer available, all the non renewals from carnival customers gonna have AARP scrambling lol! 

[FrancelliaH654730]

Yup...Same, here I think this was the true issue when I was trying to buy GCs for Carnival Cruise lines a month or so ago. Thank goodness I found out about Cardcash with a 7% discount as of this posting for the GCs.

[AmberC410867]

I’m skeptical of cardcash but also just came across it. Did the gift cards on there actually work? I wasn’t sure if it was a legit site and I don’t want to get scammed.  

[MichaelA757436]

I see that they don’t even have the carnival gift certificates on the website anymore. If they are doing away with them, I will be doing a way with AARP because this is the only reason that I joined as we go on a lot of cruises and we like to use the gift certificates. They have a lot of other discounted stuff, but the things that I have looked at don’t even accept AARP. So it’s no good to me. Cancellation will be next

[AARPConsumerCare]

Hi @MichaelA757436. Carnival Cruise Lines decided to discontinue offering their gift cards through the AARP Rewards Program. I understand this is disappointing, and I apologize for any inconvenience. We still offer a variety of popular cruise line gift cards including Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, and Holland America Line. We'll still work to provide you with valuable rewards options through the program, and we appreciate your understanding.

Brandon C.

[FrancelliaH654730]

I'm looking thru the site and I don't see Holland America Lines gift cards I see Celebrity and Royal. Did Holland cut ties too or am I looking in the wrong place? 

[AARPConsumerCare]

@FrancelliaH654730 Thank you for participating in the AARP Rewards program. Holland America Lines decided to discontinue offering their gift cards through the AARP Rewards Program effective January 10, 2025. We understand that this may be disappointing news, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We remain committed to providing you with valuable rewards and appreciate your understanding. I'm always here to help if you have any further questions.  - Janelle M.

[BradC627965]

100% agree. All the new restrictions and reduction in benefits make AARP membership so much less useful. It's even more disappointing since the reduction is only Carnival. All of the other cruise lines have remained 10% off.

[AARPConsumerCare]

Hello @BradC627965, we appreciate you for taking the time to reach out and express your concerns. Availability and pricing of products may vary due to several factors. We do our best to offer products at great prices through our trusted brand partners. Our goal is to provide you with top-notch products and services that truly makes a difference and sometimes adjustments are necessary.  We appreciate your understanding as we strive to improve what we offer you. - Daniela R. 

[jc38861244]

Carnival will not let me use my previous bought cards..now what

[AARPConsumerCare]

@jc38861244  I'm sorry to hear that! The gift card you purchased through the AARP Rewards program is still valid and can be used. If you are experiencing issues with the gift card, please contact Carnival directly for assistance. You can reach them at 1-800-764-7419 for immediate help with card transactions and applying gift cards towards reservations. If I can help with anything else, please let me know!  Jodee R. 

[GaryWayne21119]

What a nonsense answer to a valid concern

[AARPConsumerCare]

@JoelS542167  I understand the frustration, and we hope you'll reconsider! Sometimes product availability and pricing can change due to market conditions and supplier agreements. Our main goal is to ensure you have access to high-quality products that meet your needs, even if we occasionally need to adjust the discounts we offer. The AARP Rewards catalog is dynamic and subject to change. Check back periodically as new inventory is added for a variety of brands. Thank you for using AARP Rewards!  Jodee R. 

[JoelS542167]

Just to add to my complaint, when you throw in the cost for the AARP membership, I basically only save $5 on a $500 gift card.    

[Leisa76]

This is also why I won’t need to renew when it comes time. I don’t use any other benefits from it.