Celebrity Cruises Captain's Club: Tiers, Points & New Milestone Perks (2026 Guide)

If you sail with Celebrity Cruises even once, the Captain's Club loyalty program is worth joining. It's free, it starts paying off quickly, and the rewards grow with every sailing. Here's a plain-English breakdown of how it works, what each level gets you, and what changed with the new Milestone Benefits.

What Is the Celebrity Captain's Club?

The Captain's Club is Celebrity's loyalty program. Every night you sleep onboard earns Club Points, and the more points you collect, the higher your tier and the better your perks. Members get things like spa and laundry savings, onboard discounts, invitations to special events, and member-only sailings.

You must be 18 or older to enroll, and you should sign up before your first cruise so that sailing counts toward your total.

Bonus tip: Members can request a complimentary one-category stateroom upgrade within their booked cabin type, up to Aqua Class, subject to availability. You have to ask for it by phone when you book.

Captain's Club Tiers at a Glance

Preview (0 points) Your starting point. You get access to the Captain's Club Loyalty Desk and the member newsletter.

Classic (2-149 points) Adds an invitation to the onboard Welcome Event and savings on select premium offers.

Select (150-299 points) Everything in Classic, plus discounted spa and laundry specials.

Elite (300-749 points) Complimentary laundry service, spa perks, and a daily Captain's Club cocktail hour from 5 to 7 pm at most bars (not on embarkation day).

Elite Plus (750-2,999 points) Specialty restaurant discounts, two bags of free laundry, and a larger set of onboard perks.

Zenith (3,000+ points) The top tier. Expect a complimentary premium drink package, premium Wi-Fi, and free laundry.

For the complete, current list of benefits at every level, check Celebrity's official Captain's Club benefits brochure.

How Many Points Do You Earn Per Night?

Your points depend on the stateroom category you book, not on the length of the cruise alone. Here's the scale:

A quick example: a 7-night Veranda cruise earns 21 points, while the same week in a Sky Suite earns 56. Choosing a higher category is the fastest way to climb.

Earn Extra Points Without Sailing

Celebrity occasionally "Power Up Points" emails offers that award 1 to 5 bonus points for simple activities. Make sure you're subscribed to Celebrity's emails so you don't miss them.

Also join A Celebrity Cruises Forum on Facebook. They share Power Up Points opportunities when available

New in 2026: Milestone Benefits

In May 2026, Celebrity announced Milestone Benefits to reward members as they head toward Zenith and beyond. They apply to sailings beginning June 11, 2026.

1,500 points

2,250 points

3,000 points

6,000 points (Double Zenith)

9,000 points (Triple Zenith)

Milestone FAQs

Which perks repeat, and which are one-time?

Discounts, photos, Wi-Fi minutes, and the free lunches continue on every sailing after you hit the milestone. The in-room surprise, champagne, and specialty dinner are given once, on your first sailing after reaching it.

Do milestone perks stack with my tier perks?

No. The Wi-Fi minutes and dining discount from your milestone replace the ones from your tier.

Do points from Royal Caribbean or Silversea count?

Yes. Points moved over through Points Choice are added to your Club Points balance and count toward milestones.

Does Status Match count?

Not by itself. Milestone benefits depend on actual Club Points, so a matched tier won't unlock them until you reach the point thresholds.

What if I hit a milestone before June 11, 2026?

Ongoing perks apply to future sailings, but the one-time perks aren't granted retroactively.

Loyalty Match with Royal Caribbean and Silversea

Celebrity shares loyalty recognition with Royal Caribbean's Crown & Anchor Society and Silversea's Venetian Society. If you hold status with a sister brand, you can have it matched to a Captain's Club tier by contacting the Captain's Club (1-844-418-6824) and asking to have it added to your reservation.A few things to know:

Final Thoughts

The Captain's Club costs nothing to join and rewards you for doing what you already plan to do: cruise. Sign up before your first sailing, book the cabin category that fits your goals, and watch for milestone perks as your points add up. Whether you're after free laundry at Elite or a free suite cruise at 9,000 points, there's always a next reward to aim for.

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