onboard credit for Stockholders

[FrankR]

interested in finding out how you go about getting the onboard credit when you are a CCL stockholder. I did it last year and now i lost the information any informaltion would be appreciated please email me directly
okorganist@aol.com Thank you so much

[LAFFNVEGAS]

FrankR, I am about to that myself. This will be our first time. I was told by my TA to call HAL at 206-298-3059 and they could tell me exactly what I need to fax in to them. I was just waiting for my Ameritrade to cycle show January 1st statement and I would print that to fax to them with my booking number. Hopefully someone can respond who has done it very recently and tell us exactly what to do.

Thanks,

[localady]

I did that just 4 days ago for our March 19th cruise. Have not heard back from HAL or the TA as of yet. I believe the number you were given Laffn is the fax number. Hoping the credit will be granted as we meet the criteria.:cool:

[HeatherInFlorida]

I've been curious about this, too. Does anyone know where I can find out more about it? We don't have any CCL stock, but I might consider some if it's worthwhile. If you prefer, email me (address in my signature). Thanks.

[Little Feet]

I faxed a statement (from my stockbroker) showing that I own 100 shares of CCL. She then faxed it in to Holland America. The credit shows up on your on-board credit card statement. I bring a copy of the stock statement on the cruise just in case it is not credited...but it always has been applied.

The CCL stock has been a wonderful investment. Just go to the net and print out their growth chart for the last 6 months. It was a win-win purchase. I got shipboard credit on 3 cruises last year & the stock went up in value.

[LAFFNVEGAS]

I did that just 4 days ago for our March 19th cruise. Have not heard back from HAL or the TA as of yet. I believe the number you were given Laffn is the fax number. Hoping the credit will be granted as we meet the criteria.:cool:
I think you are right it is the fax number:o I was told by my TA to fax my statement from my stock brokerage account showing proof of owning 100 shares with my booking number and cabin number and date of cruise. I guess I should try doing that tomorrow. Especially since I should be getting my Docs in about 4 to 5 weeks.

[gizmo]

Little Feet, I have to assume the credit was in your documents so it would definetly show up on your on board account. The stock ownership statement will not get you the credit once you board. What you need is a confirmation from HAL showing the credit applied to your cruise.
I had some problems once, but to make a long story short, the credit was not in my documents. I had Hal fax me the confirmation, but was assured it was applied. When we got on board, we checked. It was NOT applied but we had the confirmation from Hal. They had to verify everything with Seattle and we were notified that night that all was well.

[HeatherInFlorida]

But how much is the credit? Little Feet, thanks for the info ... I'm sure it's a great stock, but probably greater if we'd bought it several years back:D . Still, I want to look into it.

And if the credit is something that's understood, why is it sometimes denied? Is there some specific criteria to get the credit?

Thanks.

[LAFFNVEGAS]

Heather, I believe it is $100 per cruise. Not sure what type of instance would make it that you would be denied. I guess I will see. I will get it faxed off tomorrow and see what happens and let everyone know.

[localady]

I believe the credit varies depending upon the length of the cruise. Not sure of the figures, but the credit is less for a 7 day cruise than for a 14 day cruise. I was also told that if you had already received another shipboard credit or a "bargain" price on the cruise you wouldn't be entitled to the shipboard credit for investors also.:cool:

[LAFFNVEGAS]

I believe the credit varies depending upon the length of the cruise. Not sure of the figures, but the credit is less for a 7 day cruise than for a 14 day cruise. I was also told that if you had already received another shipboard credit or a "bargain" price on the cruise you wouldn't be entitled to the shipboard credit for investors also.:cool: localady, you said that you just applied for your stock credit for your upcoming March cruise. Are you getting any other ship board credit? We are getting a Mariner ship board credit so I am hoping we will not be denied the additional credit.

What is crazy is the shipboard credit can only be used on their ship which means you will spend more money on their ship, it sounds like a Win-Win for them so would not know why they would not want to give the credit.

[gizmo]

I cannot locate my CCL Annual Stockholders book but I posted this on another thread.

CCL will give you an on board credit for owning 100 shares of stock. I have received this stock on board credit many times.

The annual report states "not combinable with any other shipboard credit. Employees, T/A's and anyone traveling on a reduced-rate are not eligible."

I have no idea what reduced-rate means but most people receive the credit.

On my last cruise I did not receive the credit. We had an incredible last minute rate and Hal did not allow for the stock credit.

I think I have only heard of this happening only one other time to someone on these boards.

Local Lady is correct. The amount various depending on the lengh of the cruise, 14+ is 250. I can't be sure without checking but 7 days might be 100 and 10 days 150.

[localady]

localady, you said that you just applied for your stock credit for your upcoming March cruise. Are you getting any other ship board credit? We are getting a Mariner ship board credit so I am hoping we will not be denied the additional credit.

What is crazy is the shipboard credit can only be used on their ship which means you will spend more money on their ship, it sounds like a Win-Win for them so would not know why they would not want to give the credit.
Lisa-
On our next 2 cruises we have received no other shipboard credits and I hope we will receive the credits. I am really hoping we can get the credit for our 14 day cruise, as the credit (I think) is 250$! I do not expect we will be able to get the credit on our Veendam cruise, as we have already received a Shipboard credit on that cruise. I will let you know how it comes out!:cool:

[demodawn]

do all the cruise lines do that credit or just some?

[localady]

The stock we are talking about here is CCL (Carnival) stock. I believe that an investor with 100 shares could apply for a shipboard credit from any of the companies owned by CCL including HAL, Princess, Carnival, Costa, Windstar and others. Hope this helps!:cool:

[gizmo]

do all the cruise lines do that credit or just some?CCL and RCL have this perk for stock holders. RCL also requires 100 shares. All cruise lines owned by CCL and RCL honor the credit. I do not know what the amounts are for RCL but someone on the RCL or Celebrity board can probably answer, but I think they are about the same as CCL.

[HeatherInFlorida]

I want to thank all of you for all this info ... very helpful and informative!

[Little Feet]

The amount we have received for stockholder credit is $100.00 per cruise. On our last (B to B) we got the $100.00 on each cruise plus a shipboard credit from a "Promo" (can't remember the number) of $50.00 per person, and we got it on both cruises. Not all of the Promos will work with a stockholders credit but this last one did. Our travel agent arranged for it and they did give it to us. Helped a lot to have a total of $400.00 credit on the B to B (14 days total).

[GrammyPL]

Shareholder Benefit

You must have at least 100 shares of CCL Stock. This benefit is applicable on sailings through July 31, 2005. Reservations must be made by Feb. 28, 2005. (This comes up at the CCL Board meeting and has been passed every year so far.) The next report should be out by March.

Onboard credit per stateroom on sailings of 14 days or longer ---- $250

Onboard credit per stateroom on sailings of 7 to 14 days --------- $100

Onboard credit per stateroom on sailings 6 days or less ----------- $ 50


Hope this helps. RC also has the same plan.

Penny

[Georgia]

We have been using the stockholder benefit for about 5 years now. It is no trouble to get. We send a copy of our stockbroker report to the travel agent who then sends it on in the HAL. We've gotten everything from $100 up. The last cruise was $250 and they simply credited our account with it and used it for anything we purchased or for tips. As was said previously, you do need to have at least 100 shares.

Georgia

[LAFFNVEGAS]

Well, I faxed over a cover letter stated my booking number, cabin number, ship and date of cruise with our most recent stock statement showing our 100 shares of CCL. I guess I will give them a few days to see if I hear from them. I gave them my fax number and office number to reach me.

We are already getting a $50.00 pp ship board credit for being Mariners, so I guess we will see what happens. Wish me luck:o

[fgtex]

what qualifies one for the "Mariners" shipboard credit and how do you get it? Is it automatic ?

We are Mariners and will be on our 3rd HAL cruise next month
( 2/26 Zuiderdam Eastern ). Nothing about a credit in our docs.

thanks

[grenouille]

Anyone know where I can find "official" information about the stockholder credit?
I have some questions:

1) Are Canadians eligible for this shipboard credit?
2) How long do you have to have the stock before you can have the credit?
(ie we're leaving in 17 days- can we purchase it today, and still get the credit for our upcoming cruise?)
3) Can you purchase the stock in an RRSP account? (retirement savings plan)

Thanks!

[gizmo]

Anyone know where I can find "official" information about the stockholder credit?
I have some questions:

1) Are Canadians eligible for this shipboard credit?
2) How long do you have to have the stock before you can have the credit?
(ie we're leaving in 17 days- can we purchase it today, and still get the credit for our upcoming cruise?)
3) Can you purchase the stock in an RRSP account? (retirement savings plan)

Thanks!
1) Are Canadians eligible for this shipboard credit?
I don't see why not.

2) How long do you have to have the stock before you can have the credit?
There is no minimun time required. You just need to get the paper work from your broker and get the proof of ownership to Hal.

3) Can you purchase the stock in an RRSP account? (retirement savings plan)
Not sure was RRSP is , but if you own it, you qualify.

If you decide to purchase the stock, make sure you get a written confirmation from Hal that the credit is applied to your cabin. You can get Hal to fax this to you or your TA. Make a copy and take both with you.

When you board, go to the front desk and check to see if it has been applied to your account. If not, give them the fax from Hal. They will keep it and get back to you either that night or the following day.

The reason for the copy of the fax is to have a spare in case it somehow gets lost.

[boards]

We have been using the stockholder benefit for about 5 years now. It is no trouble to get. We send a copy of our stockbroker report to the travel agent who then sends it on in the HAL. We've gotten everything from $100 up. The last cruise was $250 and they simply credited our account with it and used it for anything we purchased or for tips. As was said previously, you do need to have at least 100 shares.

Georgia

What is the approximate cost of 100 shares?

[LAFFNVEGAS]

What is the approximate cost of 100 shares?

right this second it is $55.84 per share so $5584.00, it has been going down since the first of the year:mad: It had been close to $59.00 at one point but then if you are looking to purchase better to buy when it is down:) Who knows I might dip in and buy a few more shares.

I still have not heard any thing my my request for ship board credit. May wait another week before I check.

Also fgtex you asked about Mariner credit. Often HAL offers special promotions that if you book a certain cruise during a certain time they offer ship board credit to those who have sailed with them before. I don't believe they are offering any right now. It also must be done at the time you book.

[West Coast]

If you click here (http://media.corporate-ir.net/media_files/NYS/ccl/reports/04AR.pdf) you can access the 2004 Carnival Corp. Annual Report on-line.

Flip through to page: 7 ~ This page outilnes the Shareholder Benefit program and what we're entitled to:

Onboard credit per stateroom on sailings of 14 days or longer: US $250
Onboard credit per stateroom on sailings of 7 - 13 days: US $100
Onboard credit per stateroom on sailings of 6 days or less: US $50

You will need to send (fax) confirmation of your holdings (100 shares min.) - this can be the certificate, your broker statement or trade confirmation (if you've just purchased the shares). Each division has their own department that will apply the credit to your booking. For Holland America, send your request to:

Reservation Administration
300 Elliott Avenue West
Seattle, WA 98119
Tel 800-426-0327 ext. 4042
Fax 206-298-3059

At this time, you can request credit for all sailings booked through July 31, 2006 (and booked before February 28, 2006). If you are sailing after July 31, 2006, you will need to wait until Spring 2005 when the 2005 Carnival Corp. Annual Report is published and then apply at that time (and the shareholder benefit has been approved by the Board of Directors for another year).

For anyone that is interested, shares of Carnival Corp. trade on the New York Stock Exchange under symbol CCL. Click here (http://finance.yahoo.com/q?s=ccl) for a recent quote, provided by Yahoo!

[whynotnow]

I send my proof of stock ownership (copy of recent stock account statement with other stock holdings blocked off) to my travel agent, she forwards it to Hal. Never had a problem. Credit appears in your ticket package you receive.

Also, according to stockholder report, this credit is NOT combinable with any other shipboard credit.

We sailed Hal in Jan/Feb., credit was applied. Future Cruise Director told us it would also be applied to any onboard booking we did.

We sailed Princess in late March, credit was applied. Future Cruise Director told us it would NOT be applied to any onboard booking we did.

Go figure.

[cruzincurt]

RCCL had a form to download from their "investors" home page. They only required you to own the 100 shares of stock at the time of booking, I sold the stock before going on the cruise and I was already locked in for the $100 credit. You probably should check out the company's corporate homepage rather than the "cruising" info pages.

[Nanner]

If you have $5000 handy, this could be a good investment. I thought it sounded great until I saw the current stock price. Maybe I can buy it over the next few years...

[LAFFNVEGAS]

Also, according to stockholder report, this credit is NOT combinable with any other shipboard credit.

We sailed Hal in Jan/Feb., credit was applied. Future Cruise Director told us it would also be applied to any onboard booking we did.

We sailed Princess in late March, credit was applied. Future Cruise Director told us it would NOT be applied to any onboard booking we did.

Go figure.

For our last curise this past march on the Westerdam we had over 100 shares of CCL stock and we had the Mariner $50.00 per person ship board credit. I then faxed HAL proof of by CCL stock and we then recieved another $100.00 ship board credit. I have faxed it in to them again for our Maasdam cruise this coming July and again we are receiving the $50.00 per person Mariner ship board credit. I am now waiting to see if we get our $100 for our CCL stock.

[gizmo]

For our last curise this past march on the Westerdam we had over 100 shares of CCL stock and we had the Mariner $50.00 per person ship board credit. I then faxed HAL proof of by CCL stock and we then recieved another $100.00 ship board credit. I have faxed it in to them again for our Maasdam cruise this coming July and again we are receiving the $50.00 per person Mariner ship board credit. I am now waiting to see if we get our $100 for our CCL stock.

What is the Mariner 50.00 credit?

[LAFFNVEGAS]

What is the Mariner 50.00 credit?

Last year during the summer months there was a Promo not sure what number it was but Mariner's recieved a $50.00 per person ship board credit when you booked a cruise. I was able to get it for all 3 of the cruises I booked for this year. Then just after I pay the final payment to our TA I fax in our recent Stock Statement to get the Stock Holder's ship board credit.

[gizmo]

Thanks, I thought it might have been promo but I wasn't sure.

You are lucky Hal allowed both credits. Most of the time they do not.

[vgottlieb]

CCL is trading at around $50 per share, so $5,000 is the cost for 100 shares. I have owned it for many years.