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P&O Cruises Peninsular Club: The Ultimate Guide

If you’re a frequent cruiser with P&O Cruises, the Peninsular Club is your gateway to a world of exclusive rewards and VIP treatment. This loyalty program is designed to enhance your cruising experience, offering a range of benefits that increase as you accumulate more nights at sea.

What is the Peninsular Club?

The Peninsular Club is P&O Cruises official loyalty program, rewarding guests for their continued patronage. For every night spent on board, you earn 10 loyalty point. Once you’ve accumulated 150 points (equivalent to 15 nights), you automatically become a member. The more you cruise, the more benefits you unlock, progressing through six exclusive tiers named after seas and oceans.

Membership Tiers & Benefits

Pacific Tier (150–500 Points)

Onboard Spend Discount: 5% off in bars, shops, spa, and shore excursions.
Exclusive Offers: 5% discount on select cruises.
Member Communications: Peninsular Club magazine and monthly newsletter.
Dedicated Support: Access to a dedicated hotline and onboard loyalty manager.
Gifts: Special gifts for guests under 17.

Atlantic Tier (501–1,000 Points)

Enhanced Discounts: 7.5% off onboard spending.
Celebratory Perks: Complimentary glass of Champagne at the Sail Away party.
Recognition: Atlantic lapel pin

Mediterranean Tier (1,001–2,000 Points)

Additional Discounts: 8.5% off onboard spending.
Exclusive Events: Invitation to a cocktail party on cruises of 8 nights or more.
Comfort Items: P&O Cruises slippers in your cabin.
Recognition: Mediterranean lapel pin.

Caribbean Tier (2,001–2,500 Points)

Premium Discounts: 10% off onboard spending.
Travel Insurance: 10% discount on bespoke P&O Cruises travel insurance.
Booking Privileges: Priority booking for new programme releases.
Gifts & Celebrations: Annual gift, complimentary half bottle of Champagne on the first formal night, and officer-hosted fine dining event on cruises of 8 nights or more.
Recognition: Caribbean lapel pin.

Baltic Tier (2,501+ Points & 80–200 Nights)

Continued Benefits: All perks from previous tiers.
Exclusive Offers: Priority booking for preferred seats on Caribbean fly-cruise flights.
Onboard Services: 50% discount on machine-washable laundry.
Recognition: Baltic lapel pin.

Ligurian Tier (2,501+ Points & 201+ Nights)

Ultimate Perks: All benefits from lower tiers.
VIP Treatment: Invitations to inaugural events, access to a hospitality lounge at embarkation, priority disembarkation, and complimentary formal attire pressing service.
Recognition: Ligurian lapel pin.

Note: To maintain Baltic or Ligurian status, you must have completed the required number of nights within the three years preceding your next cruise.

Additional Member Benefits

Family Perks: Children under 17 receive age-appropriate gifts and onboard discounts.
No Point Expiry: Your points do not expire, but they may be lost if you cancel your membership.

Latest P&O Cruises Peninsular Club Cruise Deals

As a valued member of the Peninsular Club, you have access to exclusive cruise deals that combine your loyalty benefits with additional savings, view the latest P&O Cruises Peninsular Club Cruise Deals.

Frequently Asked Questions: P&O Cruises Peninsular Club

How do I join the Peninsular Club?

You’re automatically enrolled in the Peninsular Club after completing 15 nights on board P&O Cruises, which equals 150 loyalty points. No separate registration is required.

How do I earn Peninsular Club points?

You earn 10 points for every night spent on a P&O cruise. The longer your cruise, the more points you collect, helping you move up the membership tiers faster.

Do my Peninsular Club points expire?

No, your points don’t expire. However, to maintain Baltic or Ligurian status, you must have sailed the required number of nights within the last three years.

What discounts do Peninsular Club members receive?

Members enjoy tiered discounts of up to 10% on onboard spending. Higher tiers also get exclusive cruise booking discounts, onboard gifts, and invites to VIP events.

Can I see my Peninsular Club status online?

Yes! Log into your P&O Cruises account on their official website to track your points, tier level, and view any exclusive member offers.

Are there cruise deals exclusive to Peninsular Club members?

Absolutely. Members gain access to limited-time promotions like the Club 24 Offer, additional onboard credit, reduced deposits, and early booking privileges.

Do children receive any Peninsular Club benefits?

Yes, guests under 17 receive special age-appropriate gifts and can benefit from some onboard discounts when travelling with a Peninsular Club member.

Can I transfer my points or membership to another person?

No, Peninsular Club membership and points are non-transferable. They are tied to individual passengers and their personal cruise history.

What’s the best way to maximise Peninsular Club benefits?

Cruise regularly with P&O, aim for longer itineraries to boost your points faster, and always book through your P&O Cruises account to access exclusive member perks.

Can Peninsular Club members access VIP services at embarkation?

Yes, members at the Ligurian Tier enjoy exclusive embarkation hospitality lounges and priority boarding and disembarkation services.

Liam Brown