OBC & BENEFITS
Onboard credit — what can you actually use it for?
Onboard credit (OBC) is money you can spend on the ship. Where you can use it, whether it is refundable, and when it applies all depend on who provides it and the cruise line’s policies.
What to Check
Amount
How much is provided
Source
Whether it comes from the cruise line, your advisor, or a promotion
Use
Where it applies: dining, drinks, shopping, spa, and more
Timing
When it appears — at booking or after boarding
Restrictions
Limits on cash-out, casino use, and more
Combination
Whether it stacks with other credits and promotions
Important
OBC amounts and availability vary by booking, so Travel Jung lists the benefits that apply to your trip at the quote stage.