American Express Cruise Benefits: How do they work?

American Express’ AmEx Cruise Privileges offers you exclusive benefits when booking a cruise.

Find out more about the benefits of cruising, including how you can maximize your rewards.

AmEx Travel offers rewards to cardholders who book travel using the AmEx Travel portal. Amex Cruise Privileges offers American Express Platinum cardholders exclusive benefits when booking cruises with participating lines.

These offers include free land packages as well as onboard credit. All eligible American Express Cards that earn Membership Reward points receive double points on cruises booked through AmEx Travel.

Conditions apply.

AmEx Platinum benefits for cruises vary depending on the cruise line and details of your trip. AmEx cardholders may book online, or by calling AmEx Travel on 866-669-4232 to get these benefits.

American Express has partnered with 18 cruise lines. Every cruise line has different offers based on price, dates of travel and cabin selection.

Cardholders who qualify for the American Express Cruise Privileges Program receive between $100 and $300 in onboard credit per room. The credits can be used for spa treatments, dining and other services. These credits cannot be redeemed for gratuities, casino fees or other expenses.

Shipboard credit is applied to the final invoice at the end your cruise.

The currency may fluctuate and they can be charged in the local currency. Your credits are non-refundable if you do not use the full amount.

Reservations include exclusive benefits that are unique to every cruise line. Some examples include wine and canapes of premium quality, vouchers for spa treatments, and tours behind the scenes.

American Express Royal Caribbean passengers will receive one bottle of Champagne per room, while Regent Seven Seas guests can enjoy a private tour.

Conditions apply.

Follow these steps to receive cruise benefits and make sure your booking meets all requirements.

Reservations must be made through AmEx Travel, either online or by phone. You cannot get these benefits if you make a booking directly through the cruise line, or through third parties like travel agents or online agencies.

You must travel with at least two people in the same room on a cruise that is at least 5 days long.

Up to three rooms per cardmember are eligible for Onboard Credits and other Amenities. You can also share the benefits of your credit card with other travelers by booking all staterooms at once.

You can add rooms to your cruise for additional guests, but the person paying the bill must also be present. If you do not, the benefit will be denied to those who are on board.

Cruise Privileges benefits are not available in all rooms. Double-check your eligibility for your cruise before booking to avoid any disappointment.

You must pay with an American Express Card to receive the benefits of AmEx Cruise Privileges. Cards from the U.S. that are eligible include:

• American Express Platinum Card

• Business Platinum Card (r) by American Express

• 
  The Centurion (r) card.
  

• 
  The Business Centurion Card
  

Conditions apply.

Book your reservations through AmEx Travel to maximize your rewards.

American Express Platinum Travel Cruises offer 2x the points for cash bookings. Cardholders who are eligible can book American Express cruises with points. The cardholders may redeem their points to pay for all or part of a cruise.

This is a significant reduction in comparison to our usual valuation per point of 2 cents. We recommend that you save your points and pay cash instead of using them for this redemption.

There are many cruise companies that offer cruises. Prices can be similar between different cruise lines.

Compare the onboard credit and amenities to get the best deal, even if you have to pay a bit more up front.

AmEx Travel will not charge you any cancellation fees or changes if your reservation needs to be adjusted. Cruise lines may charge fees depending on the date you booked your cruise, where you are traveling to, and how long it is.

These fees will increase in general as your departure date approaches. Review the cancellation and change policies of your chosen cruise line before booking to determine what charges may be charged.

Conditions apply.

AmEx Travel offers exclusive benefits to eligible American Express cardholders on cruise lines participating in the program. AmEx Platinum benefits for cruises include exclusive onboard amenities, onboard credit and double points on your cash portion.

American Express has partnerships with 18 cruise lines. There’s therefore a good chance one of these companies will have a great offer at your destination.

Be sure to check the requirements of your cruise before booking. This will ensure that you qualify for AmEx Cruise Privileges benefits.

Conditions apply.