Military Cruise Deals & Discount 2024

Save BIG | Discount on Military Cruise Sailings

Military Cruise Deals are special discounts offered to members of the military and their families by cruise lines to thank them for their service to the country. These deals can make cruises more affordable for military personnel, allowing them to enjoy vacations at sea for a lower cost. These discounts might be on the cruise fare itself or could include other benefits like reduced rates for cabins, onboard credits, or free upgrades.

To get a Military Cruise Deal, you usually need to provide proof of military service, such as an ID or a discharge certificate. These offers can vary by cruise line and might be available more often during certain times of the year than others. It’s always a good idea for military members or their families to contact us to find the best deal that includes these military discounts.

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Our website offers many enticing cruise deals, special promotions, and exclusive military discounts. We negotiate directly with cruise lines to secure the best rates and benefits, allowing you to save significantly while enjoying top-notch luxury and comfort on board.

Which Cruise Lines offer Military Cruise Deals?

Many cruise lines offer military members a cruise discount or deal in recognition of their sacrifices to serve their country. Various perks may be provided to passengers on every sailing or a limited number of sailings, including discounts, special rates, and credits to spend on the ship.

Cruisebooking.com compiles a list of famous mainstream cruise lines' military discounts and deals.

1. MSC Military Cruise Deals:

• Save 10% on the Balcony, Suite, and MSC Yacht Club (Deluxe Suite) rooms.
• Book more than one room at these discounted rates.
• Receive full credit for a future cruise if you need to reschedule.
• Children sail for free on certain trips with MSC Cruises' Military Cruise Deals.

2. Royal Caribbean Military Discount:

• Special prices for active-duty service members, National Guard, and Reserves.
• Military retirees and veterans who served at least two years or six months in a war zone.
• Spouses of currently deployed military members can book one stateroom if they stay in it.
• A valid ID is required at check-in.
• For more information, check the Royal Caribbean website.

3. Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) Military Discount:

• Norwegian Cruise Line gives up to 10% off on select cruises for military members and their families.
• Discounts apply to Veterans, Active-Duty Military, National Guard, and Reserve members.
• Save money and enjoy cruising with the Norwegian Cruise Line.

4. Celebrity Cruise Military Discount:

Savings per person for the first and second guests, varying by room type:

• Celebrity Cruises gives discounts to military members.
• $25 for Inside and Ocean View rooms
• $100 for Veranda, Concierge Class, AquaClass®, or The Retreat
• At least one guest in the room must be an active, retired, or veteran U.S. military member.

5. Cunard Line Military Deals & Discount:

• Cunard offers a special credit program for military personnel.
• Eligible: Active, retired, and disabled veterans with proper ID.
• Services included the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, National Guard, and Reserves; Canadian National Defence; U.K. Military; Royal Australian Navy, Army, Air Force; Royal New Zealand Navy, Army, Air Force.
• Onboard credit varies by cruise length.
• Up to 6 nights: $50 USD per person.
• 7 to 13 nights: $100 USD per person.
• 14 nights or more: $250 USD per person.

6. Carnival Cruise Military Discount:

• Carnival Cruise Lines offers special military discounts.
• Discounts apply to all branches of the U.S. military.
• Active military members can save up to 50% on Carnival staterooms.
• These discounts are available for a limited time.
• Applies to various "Fun Ship" cruise departures.

7. Princess Cruise Military Discount:

• Princess Cruises offers a special onboard credit program for military personnel.
• Eligible participants: Active, retired, and disabled veterans with valid ID.
• Eligible services: U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, National Guard, Reserves, Canadian National Defense, British Army, Royal Marines, Royal Navy, Royal Air Force, and Reserves.
• Onboard credit amounts: 6 days or fewer: USD 50.
• Onboard credit amounts: 7–13 days: USD 100.
• Onboard credit amounts: 14 days or longer: USD 250.

8. Disney Cruise Line Military Discount:

• Special military discounts for retired and active US military personnel and their spouses.
• This includes the US Coast Guard, the US National Guard, the US Military Reserves, and the US Department of Defense personnel.
• To qualify, US National Guard or US Military Reserves members (or their spouses) need active-duty orders dated January 1st of the previous year.
• Discounted prices for the third and fourth guests when sharing a stateroom with two full-paying guests.
• Prices may change depending on the sailing date and room category.

9. Holland America Line Military Deals:

• Special offer for active, retired, and veteran military members from Holland America Line.
• Choose from over 500 cruise itineraries.
• Get $100 Onboard Credit per stateroom on new bookings.

10. Costa Cruises Military Deals:

• Costa offers a special low Interline rate through Military Cruise Deals for military customers.
• This Interline rate is typically reserved for airline employees and is significantly lower than other rates.
• The Interline rate can be hundreds of dollars cheaper than Costa's usual fares.
• Military families can also benefit from a reduced deposit of $100 per cabin.
• Costa's cruises are already competitively priced, often being the lowest-priced option even without extra military discounts.
• Military Cruise Deals provides an additional military discount on every Costa cruise.

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