Carnival launches new card with 50,000-point bonus and ability to earn cruise status

There's nothing like sailing away and enjoying a day at sea under the sun, watching the waves go by and heading toward a waiting port filled with fun and excursions. And if you happened to have paid for some or all of the sailing with points, it's that much sweeter.Carnival actually just made it easier to get that much closer to your next sailing with the launch of the all-new Carnival Rewards™ Mastercard®.The card is launching with a limited-time offer of 50,000 bonus Carnival Rewards Points after spending $1,000 in the first 90 days* and lets you earn points on your everyday spending directly into the Carnival Rewards program. That means it is easier than ever to redeem points for things like your next onboard cocktail, excursion, spa treatment or even an entire cruise.Additionally, for the first time ever, spending on a Carnival Rewards Mastercard will also earn you Status Qualifying Stars toward status in the Carnival Rewards program. That's a first, not just for Carnival, but across the cruise industry.Plus, you'll also get special financing for six months on Carnival bookings that you put on your Carnival Rewards Mastercard.Here's how it all works.Basics of the new Carnival R...