norwega Posted May 28, 2021 #1 Share Posted May 28, 2021 Has anyone asked for the military discount? We're scheduled for 3 10+ days cruises in Aqua Class and the discount would be $100 for each of us. DH is not interested in taking his original DD214 at the risk of losing it. Surely there's a way to access the credit without the original? Perhaps a copy from the Veteran's Association? Thanks, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruise47 Posted May 28, 2021 #2 Share Posted May 28, 2021 We Celebrity take the Real ID, that show veteran status and photo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norwega Posted May 28, 2021 Author #3 Share Posted May 28, 2021 I don't think DH's WA driver's license , Real ID, notates his veteran's status. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryZ Posted May 28, 2021 #4 Share Posted May 28, 2021 You fax a copy or email a copy of it to Celebrity. They don't give you the discount at check in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare lv2cruisgrl Posted May 28, 2021 #5 Share Posted May 28, 2021 My husband was told to bring a copy of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alakegirl Posted May 29, 2021 #6 Share Posted May 29, 2021 You fax or email it before the cruise...then bring a copy just in case it is requested Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jelayne Posted May 29, 2021 #7 Share Posted May 29, 2021 We faxed it years ago to both Celebrity and our TA. DH carries a copy, but we have never asked for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare markeb Posted May 29, 2021 #8 Share Posted May 29, 2021 Copy should be fine. There’s essentially no such thing as an original DD214 today; they’re all e-signed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norwega Posted May 29, 2021 Author #9 Share Posted May 29, 2021 ugh, so just to confirm, you've received this credit and not been required to have the original on your person at time of check in prior to boarding? I get frustrated with my current, soon to be former, travel agent giving me incorrect info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare markeb Posted May 29, 2021 #10 Share Posted May 29, 2021 Washington offers licenses with veteran’s endorsement. And you can request a printable card from the VA at https://www.vets.gov/veteran-id-card/ And, no, I’ve never been asked for my military or retiree ID. They can ask for it, and I think one cruise line (Princess?) does a one time verification and you’re good, and having proof makes sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikel Posted May 29, 2021 #11 Share Posted May 29, 2021 We always bring a photocopy with us, but have never been asked to see it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norwega Posted May 29, 2021 Author #12 Share Posted May 29, 2021 Thanks so much! You’ve saved us $$$! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barsnikel Posted May 29, 2021 #13 Share Posted May 29, 2021 (edited) well... I am a newbie to Celebrity... cruised many times on other lines, but never Celebrity. So I just booked my first Celebrity cruise. My son is a veteran, when I called the Celebrity vacation planner, we were given a military discount on the booking.. No questions asked, no paperwork required, no validation needed. Edited May 29, 2021 by Barsnikel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkesbaynz Posted May 29, 2021 #14 Share Posted May 29, 2021 For my UK military discount I just give the number of a military discount card I have. They required my discharge docs to sign me up originally. Have never been asked for verification. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39august Posted May 29, 2021 #15 Share Posted May 29, 2021 Used the discount several times. Never asked for a copy of DD214, either at on-line check in nor at the pier. Always take a copy with us just in case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davekathy Posted May 30, 2021 #16 Share Posted May 30, 2021 On 5/28/2021 at 6:22 PM, norwega said: ugh, so just to confirm, you've received this credit and not been required to have the original on your person at time of check in prior to boarding? I get frustrated with my current, soon to be former, travel agent giving me incorrect info! I always ask the the military discount and receive it. I've never provided a copy of my DD214. I would if asked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rucrazy Posted May 30, 2021 #17 Share Posted May 30, 2021 4 hours ago, davekathy said: I've never provided a copy of my DD214. Same for us,,, Never asked for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare DaKahuna Posted May 31, 2021 #18 Share Posted May 31, 2021 I have booked every cruise with a military discount and have never been asked to provide proof. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retired dude Posted May 31, 2021 #19 Share Posted May 31, 2021 wonder if retired police officers will ever be included in this plan?????out of sight, out of mind? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rucrazy Posted May 31, 2021 #20 Share Posted May 31, 2021 3 minutes ago, retired dude said: Wonder if retired police officers will ever be included in this plan? Changes come from suggestions ... make a call, you might get our people in Blue included moving forward. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spif Barwunkel Posted May 31, 2021 #21 Share Posted May 31, 2021 (edited) We offer reduced senior prices only on selected sailings exclusively for guests who are 55 years of age and older. We also offer special rates for police and firefighters on select ships and sailings. We do offer special rates on selected sailings for military personnel. It is important that at least one guest per stateroom be eligible to be considered in compliance with a restricted price program. It is also important to note that noncompliance of the restricted price program terms will result in the reservation being re-priced to the lowest available fare for that particular day. Furthermore, you will be responsible to pay for any differences immediately or else your boarding rights will be denied. The above is from the "Special Pricing" policy of Royal Caribbean, which includes X. The discounts can vary and I have received varying amounts over the years. Important to note, when other promotions/discounts are offered they can be negated by choosing one of the above special rates. Not always the least expensive way to go. I have never been asked for proof of military service. My drivers license notes "Veteran" and I have a Veterans Administration ID, both of which I carry with me at all times. Also, the military discount applies to active, retired and honorably discharged. Edited May 31, 2021 by Spif Barwunkel 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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