Costa C|Club: Benefits, points & discounts – the loyalty program explained

Costa C|Club: Benefits, points & discounts – the loyalty program explained

Author Christopher Plau

Costa C|Club This is Costa Cruises' rewards and loyalty program. Those who register receive benefits depending on their club level. Discounts on selected cruises – and (depending on the level) additionally one Discount voucher/price advantage for the next booking, which works independently of specific promotional departures.

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Key facts at a glance

  • Price advantages (discounts) on many/selected cruises – depending on club level.
  • Discount voucher for the next cruise (e.g. 5% for Blue, 10% for Silver).
  • Save up to 50% on board (depending on offers/promotions on board).
  • Save up to 25% on many excursions (from Bronze level).
  • Extras on board – from free photos and birthday cakes to club dinners, spa experiences and “secret” moments (depending on the level).

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The 5 club levels: Blue to Platinum

The C|Club operates with five levels. Your [level] is crucial. Score – the more cruises you take (and depending on the cabin category/fare), the faster your level increases.

Club levelPoint rangePrice advantage / discounts (typical)Highlights
Blue Start (no points yet) 5% price advantage on the next cruise
(Discount voucher/price advantage)
Exclusive promotions, flexible departure, up to 50% savings on board, birthday cake, free photo.
Bronze 1 – 5.000 10% price advantage on many cruises Up to 25% off many excursions, cabin upgrade/super upgrade, invitation to the C|Club show.
Silver 5.001 – 30.000 15% price advantage (depending on the offer)
more: 25% price advantage on many selected cruises
10% price advantage on the next cruise (discount voucher/price advantage), gourmet experience “You choose – we invite you”, flexible departure, save up to 50% on board.
Gold 30.001 – 140.000 20% price advantage on many cruises Bag express service, reserved restaurant dinner in the exclusive Club Bistrò, complimentary gourmet experience, attention in the cabin (e.g. wine & collector's gift).
Platinum from 140.001 20% price advantage on many cruises All-round well-being (spa day including massage experience), reserved restaurant dinner, gourmet experience "on us", "secrets of the ship" (access to special areas/experiences).

Price advantages: Discounts on certain cruises – and a voucher for "the next one"

The C|Club combines two discount logics that complement each other well in practice:

  1. Discounts on selected departures/offers ("C|Club price advantage")
    The price advantage varies depending on the club level. The overview includes, among other things... 5% (Blue), 10% (Bronze), 15% (Silver) and 20% (Gold/Platinum) advertised – in addition, Silver also offers promotions with 25% on many selected cruises.
  2. Discount voucher/price advantage for the next cruise
    Those who are in the club can (depending on their level) receive a price advantage for the next Use the booking system – the level overviews include, for example, 5% (Blue) and 10% (Silver) This is particularly useful when there isn't a suitable downhill run for special offers.

Note: Price advantages apply depending on the offer/tariff/availability and may be subject to conditions (e.g. standard fare, booking period, excluded departures).

Advantages on board & on land: What specific benefits does each level offer?

Blue – “They are in”

  • 5% price advantage on the next cruise
  • Exklusive Aktionen all year round
  • Save up to 50% on board (enjoyment, relaxation, entertainment – ​​depending on activities)
  • Flexible departure: free rescheduling of the start date
  • birthday cake on board
  • Free photo as a memory

Bronze – “Extras and Benefits”

  • 10% price advantage on many cruises
  • Save up to 25% on many excursions
  • Save up to 50% on board (depending on actions)
  • Cabin upgrade or Super upgrade (depending on availability/offer)
  • Invitation to the C|Club show

Silver – “Here the advantages shine”

  • 10% price advantage for the next cruise (voucher/price advantage)
  • 25% price advantage on many selected cruises
  • Save up to 50% on board
  • Flexible departure: free rescheduling of the start date
  • Gourmet experience: "You choose, we invite you"

Gold – “Your name shines”

  • 20% price advantage on many cruises
  • Free Bag Express Service (Luggage service)
  • Reserved restaurant dinner in the exclusive Club Bistrò
  • Gourmet experience free (after selection/offer)
  • Thoughtful touches in the cabin (e.g., bottle of wine & collector's gift)

Platinum – “It doesn’t get any higher”

  • 20% price advantage on many cruises
  • All-round well-being: Spa day including a free massage experience
  • Reserved restaurant dinner
  • Gourmet experience"You choose what you want – it's on us."
  • The secrets of the ship: unique insights/experiences, “where others don’t go”

How to earn C|Club points

The points calculation is pleasantly "mechanical": You collect points per night – depending on the cabin category – and can receive additional points via tariff/enjoyment package.

Points per night (cabin type)

  • Inside cabin: 100 points per night
  • Outside cabin (sea view): 200 points per night
  • Balcony cabin / balcony terrace: 300 points per night
  • Suite: 500 points per night

Bonus points per cruise (fare/package)

  • All-inclusive rate: +400 points
  • Super All Inclusive rate: +800 points
  • MyItalian gourmet package: +250 points

Bonus points on board

  • For onboard expenses (via the onboard account) are shown in the overview 2 points for every euro spent mentioned.

Earn extra points through activities, quizzes & surveys (C|Club initiatives)

In addition to the "classic" points (per night, depending on cabin/tariff), the C|Club also offers... time-limited initiatives, with which you can add C|Club Extra Points can be collected – e.g., through missions, quizzes, or short questionnaires.

  • Missions: e.g. “Log in to C|Club and collect points” (bonus points depending on the promotion).
  • Quizzes: e.g. activate explorer mode or take a themed quiz about new products/ships (bonus points depending on the action).
  • Surveys/Questionnaires: e.g. feedback for the further development of the C|Club (bonus points depending on the action).
Action typeTypical reward (examples from campaigns)Important
Regular login 200 extra points, if you stay within at least one month 4 × Log in to your C|Club profile. Promotions often have a participation window and may be time-limited.
Quizz frequently 300 C|Club points as a bonus (depending on the topic/quiz). May be subject to conditions (e.g., one-time participation).
Questionnaire / Survey frequently 300 C|Club points as a bonus (depending on the survey). Usually only available for a limited time.

Cruise practical tip: If you are working towards a higher level, these extra points can give you the crucial "boost" – especially if you are only a few hundred points away from the next threshold.

Partner offers (not always points – often real discounts)

In the same area, some also appear Partner offers These are not necessarily points, but can be a worthwhile additional benefit.

Examples: How quickly can I advance to the next level?

  • 7 nights balcony cabin + all inclusive: 7 × 300 = 2.100 points + 400 = 2.500 → Definitely bronze.
  • 14 nights balcony cabin + Super All Inclusive: 14 × 300 = 4.200 + 800 = 5.000 → Bronze (just before Silver).
    Our preview of MyItalian (+250) would it be 5.250 → Silver.
  • 14 nights suite + all inclusive: 14 × 500 = 7.000 + 400 = 7.400 → Silver.

Tips to truly take advantage of the benefits

  • Compare discounts: First check if a promotional descent with a C|Club price advantage suits you – otherwise use the voucher/price advantage for "the next one".
  • Don't forget excursions: From Bronze level upwards, discounts on many excursions are a real advantage – especially on longer trips with multiple ports.
  • Choose packages strategically: Those who are already planning an All Inclusive / Super All Inclusive / MyItalian package will receive the extra points "for free".
  • Planning a step jump: Sometimes it's worth booking a trip in such a way that you just barely exceed a certain threshold (e.g., Silver), because then the benefits increase significantly.

FAQ

Does membership cost anything?

Registration in the C|Club is basically designed as a benefits program – you primarily need a Costa account and a club number to assign points/status.

Will I receive any immediate benefits as a newcomer?

Yes: In that grade Blue There are already price advantages and small extras (e.g. photo, birthday cake, flexible departure).

Does the price advantage always apply?

Price advantages are usually to specific fares/departures/availabilities Those who remain flexible (date/route) can usually take better advantage of the discounts.

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