In This Guide: Captain's Club +
Captain's Club Loyalty Guide
Celebrity's loyalty program from first sailing to Zenith.
Captain's Club is Celebrity's loyalty program. Status is earned through points accumulated on sailings — longer voyages and higher cabin categories earn more per night. It's tiered from Preview (first-time sailors) through Classic, Select, Elite, Elite Plus, and Zenith. The most practical perks kick in at Elite level.
Preview
First sailing- ✓ Access to Captain's Club events
- ✓ Member discounts on select purchases
- ✓ Membership number for status tracking
Classic
1–149 points- ✓ All Preview benefits
- ✓ Discounts on dining, spa, and retail
- ✓ Exclusive member pricing on select sailings
Select
150–299 points- ✓ All Classic benefits
- ✓ Priority check-in at select ports
- ✓ Welcome back cocktail party invitation
- ✓ Discounts on specialty dining and spa
- ✓ Laundry credits per sailing
Elite
300–749 points- ✓ All Select benefits
- ✓ Elite cocktail hour (complimentary drinks, daily)
- ✓ Priority disembarkation
- ✓ Complimentary specialty pressing service
- ✓ Internet discount
- ✓ Captain's Club exclusive parties and events
Elite Plus
750–2,999 points- ✓ All Elite benefits
- ✓ Expanded complimentary drinks at Elite cocktail hour
- ✓ Additional laundry credits
- ✓ Sparkling wine on arrival
- ✓ Enhanced in-cabin amenities
- ✓ Dedicated Elite Plus phone line
Zenith
3,000+ points- ✓ All Elite Plus benefits
- ✓ Access to AquaClass amenities on any cabin
- ✓ Complimentary specialty dining
- ✓ Ultimate drink package upgrade
- ✓ Priority boarding fleet-wide
- ✓ Named captain recognition + exclusive events
Royal Caribbean Status Match
Celebrity and Royal Caribbean are sister lines. Captain's Club and Crown & Anchor Society status can be matched reciprocally — if you've built status on one, it transfers to the other. Register your cross-brand membership before your next sailing to ensure the match is applied.
Loyalty Tips
→ Elite tier is where the cocktail hour kicks in — daily complimentary drinks in a dedicated lounge. For regular Celebrity sailors, this is the tier where loyalty becomes tangibly rewarding.
→ Suite bookings earn more points per night than standard cabins. A single 7-night sailing in a Sky Suite can earn more points than two 7-night sailings in an interior.
→ Always add your Captain's Club number at booking — points aren't retroactively applied easily after the fact.
→ Elite Plus cocktail hour includes expanded drink selections compared to base Elite. If you're close to Elite Plus, it's worth the push.
→ Zenith is a long-term goal for frequent Celebrity sailors. The AquaClass access perk alone (usable in any cabin) makes it extremely valuable for those who reach it.
Frequently Asked
Does Celebrity Captain's Club status apply on Royal Caribbean sailings? +
Yes — Celebrity and Royal Caribbean are sister lines under Royal Caribbean Group. Captain's Club points can be matched to Crown & Anchor Society status and vice versa. The status match program is called 'reciprocal membership.' Contact Celebrity before your first cross-brand sailing to register.
How do I earn Captain's Club points? +
Points are earned per sailing based on nights sailed and cabin category. Suite guests earn more points per night than standard cabin guests. Points are credited after each voyage — log in to your Captain's Club account to check your balance.
What's the best way to accelerate Captain's Club status? +
Longer sailings (10+ nights) and suite bookings earn points fastest. Booking back-to-back sailings in the same embarkation port also accumulates nights efficiently. Zenith tier (top level) requires significant investment, but Elite and Elite Plus provide most of the meaningful perks.
Can I earn Captain's Club points when booked through Bestmates? +
Yes — your Captain's Club number links to your booking regardless of how you book. Make sure your membership number is added to the reservation (we handle this for you).
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