Help CenterYes, many cruise lines offer discounted cruise fares for active duty and retired military personnel—and in some cases, for veterans and their immediate families as well. These military discounts are a way for cruise lines to show appreciation for your service and are available on select sailings and cabin categories.
🪖 Who Qualifies for Military Discounts?
| Status | Typically Eligible? |
|---|---|
| Active duty military | ✅ Yes |
| Retired military (honorable discharge) | ✅ Yes |
| Veterans (non-retired) | 🔶 Sometimes |
| Spouse/dependents | ✅ Yes (when traveling with qualified service member) |
Most cruise lines accept service members from the U.S. Armed Forces, and some also honor military personnel from Canada, the U.K., and other allied nations.
📄 Proof of Eligibility Required:
You will need to provide one of the following:
-
Military ID
-
DD Form 214 (discharge papers)
-
Veterans Affairs ID card
-
Leave and Earnings Statement (LES)
🚢 Cruise Lines That Offer Military Discounts
| Cruise Line | Military Discount Policy |
|---|---|
| Royal Caribbean | ✅ Yes — available for U.S. & Canadian military (active/retired) |
| Carnival Cruise Line | ✅ Yes — for active, retired, and veterans |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | ✅ Yes — through their Military Appreciation Program |
| Princess Cruises | ✅ Yes — offers up to $250 onboard credit for eligible service members |
| Celebrity Cruises | ✅ Yes — active/retired military get discounted fares |
| Holland America | ✅ Yes — special rates and occasional onboard credit |
| Disney Cruise Line | ✅ Yes — U.S. military rates on select sailings (limited availability) |
| MSC Cruises | ✅ Yes — 5%–10% discount for active & retired military |
💡 How to Book a Military Rate:
-
You must request the military rate at the time of booking—it won’t be applied automatically.
-
Be prepared to present proof of service before or during check-in.
✅ In Summary:
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do cruise lines offer military discounts? | ✅ Yes — most major lines do |
| Who qualifies? | Active, retired, and sometimes veterans |
| How much can you save? | 5%–20% off fares or onboard credit |
| When to request it? | At the time of booking |
If you or a family member has served, be sure to ask for a military rate—it’s one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to save on a cruise vacation.