Carnival gift card discount decreased from 10 to 8 percent- WHY?

[ToddP719526]

As of today, the AARP discount on Carnival gift cards has gone from 10% to only 8%. I am just trying to find out WHO made this decision. Was it AARP or Carnival? I called and got a horrible word salad answer from the rep at AARP who talked about "market conditions, yada yada" but no real answer to this basic question. 

[AARPConsumerCare]

Hi @JeffH938219, our Carnival cards are currently sold out. I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. We hope to have Carnival Cruise gift cards back in stock soon. Please keep an eye on our catalog for the latest updates. We truly appreciate your patience and understanding. - Daniela R. 

[LynetteS426871]

I have to pay for my cruise tomorrow.  I really could have used the discount.  8% is better than no discount.  

[JP463597]

Also I am seeing that we are now limited to purchasing only 5 Carnival gift cards a month instead of up to 25 gift cards.  Why was that change made?

Joyce P.

[AARPConsumerCare]

Hi Joyce, I can understand your concern. AARP Rewards purchase limits may change due to factors like market conditions, supplier approval, and product demand. - Diana G.