Carnival Cruise Lines
One Year Unconditional Guarantee
Fine Jewelry purchases come with an Unconditional One Year Guarantee*. If you are not satisfied with the fine jewelry you purchased, simply return it to our U.S. Customer Service Center within one year from the date of purchase. All returns must be accompanied with a legible copy of the original sales receipt, and a second proof of purchase.
* One Year Unconditional Guarantee excludes special orders and Trunk Show Collections. One Year Unconditional Guarantee does not apply to items with damage due to buyer’s negligence, excessive wear, previously sized, or items serviced by a jeweler outside our Customer Service Department.
Watches are not Fine Jewelry, therefore, not returnable after disembarked.
Two Year Manufacturer Guarantee
Starboard is proud to offer a Two Year Manufacturer Guarantee on your purchases of all Fine Jewelry.
Manufacturer’s defects reported within two years from the date of purchase and verified by our customer service department will be repaired at the company’s expense.
Fine jewelry repair requests must be accompanied by a legible copy of the original gift shop sales receipt.
Sizing and Repair Information
Our Two Year Manufacturer’s Guarantee applies to the Repair of manufacturer’s defects reported within two years from the date of purchase of Fine Jewelry and Sizing of Fine Jewelry within two years from the date of purchase.
Sizing Information
A copy of the original Gift Shop Sales Receipt is required for all sizing requests. Not providing a sales receipt, complete customer information, or any other documents or information required with your request will delay processing until all information and documentation is received. Not providing required documents/information to process our request could result in the return of your item after 30 days.
Extra links for watches are not available. These must be requested by the customer directly to the watch manufacturer at customer’s expense.
All sizing must be performed through Starboard Cruise Services, Inc., Customer Service Department in order not to void the Repair warranty.
Please note that once your item is sized, it is altered to your specifications. If the item was sized through Starboard Cruise Services, Inc. Customer Service Department, our Repair warranty still applies for any Repair required within the 2 year period from the date of purchase. However, after the item is sized it is not subject for any Refund of the purchase as it has been altered to your specifications.
To expedite your ring sizing please print the CCL Customer Return Form. Send the completed form together with your ring in accordance with SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS shown below.
- Allow approximately 8 – 10 weeks for standard sizing (non-inlay rings)
- Allow approximately 12 – 14 weeks for opal inlay, mother of pearl inlay rings
- Costume jewelry/Sterling silver /Titanium rings cannot be sized
Repair Information
A copy of the Sales Receipt is required for all repair requests. Not providing a sales receipt, complete customer information, or any other documents or information required with your request will delay processing until all information and documentation is received. Not providing required documents/information to process our request could result in the return of your item after 30 days.
All fine jewelry repairs must be performed through Starboard Cruise Services, Inc., Customer Service Department., otherwise the 2 year warranty is void. Fees incurred for repairs performed outside of the Customer Service Department process, will not be reimbursed. Guarantee does not apply to damages due to buyer’s negligence or abuse.
If a Fine Jewelry item becomes defective within the two year guarantee period, we offer a repair (free of charge). Watch service needs must be addressed directly to the manufacturer’s authorized service center, not Starboard Cruise Services. If you are unsure whether a repair is covered by Starboard’s Two Year Guarantee, please contact our Customer Service Department, prior to sending the item. To expedite your repair please fill out and print the CCL Customer Return Form. Send the completed form together with your item and a legible copy of your gift shop receipt in accordance with the SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS below.
- Allow approximately 8 – 10 weeks for standard repairs (non-inlay items)
- Allow approximately 12 – 14 weeks for opal inlay, mother of pearl inlay items
Shipping Instructions
1. We recommend all packages valued at $50 or more be sent insured and with a tracking method. (Ex. UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.)
2. Please be sure to enclose the following in your package:
- The completed CCL Customer Return Form.
- A legible copy of your Sales Receipt for the item(s) sent.
- If purchase was directly to your Credit Card in the Gift Shop, copy of your Cabin Statement is required.
- Copy of the Certificate of Authenticity received.
3. Retain a copy of all documents sent to us and the tracking number for future reference.
Send your return to:
Starboard Cruise Services
Attn: Customer Service Dept.
9290 NW 112 Avenue, Suite 1
Miami, FL 33178
To verify status of receipt of your package, please check with your carrier by using your tracking number.
Refund / Return Information
Refund Information
Our One Year Unconditional Guarantee applies to purchases of fine jewelry. If you are not satisfied with the fine jewelry you purchased, you may return it to our U.S. Customer Service Center within one year from the date of purchase. All returns must be accompanied with a legible copy of the original sales receipt and copy of your Cabin Statement, if purchased directly on your credit card in the shop.
- The One Year Unconditional Guarantee excludes special orders, and Trunk Show Collections.
- The One Year Unconditional Guarantee does not apply to items with damage due to buyer’s negligence, excessive wear, items previously sized, or items serviced by a jeweler outside of Starboard’s Customer Service.
- The One Year Guarantee does not apply to Refunds of merchandise previously sized. Once an item is sized to your specifications it has been altered to fit you specifically, therefore, it is not subject to Return for Refund.
- Items lost or stolen are not covered under the One Year Unconditional Guarantee.
- All returns are subject to inspection and must include original packaging and warranty, if applicable.
- Second proof of purchase may be your cruise line Cabin Statement, and/or the item’s Certificate of Authenticity.
- Please allow 4 – 7 weeks from the date your package and complete documentation is received to receive your refund or credit to the credit card used for the purchase.
To expedite your refund, please print the CCL Customer Return Form. Send the completed form together with your item, copy of the original sales receipt and if purchased directly on your credit card in the gift shop, copy of your cruise line cabin statement and follow the Shipping Instructions below. Not providing a sales receipt, complete customer information, or other required documents or information will delay processing your request until all are received. Not providing the required document within 30 days of the package receipt, could result in the return shipment of your item.
Shipping Instructions
1. We recommend all packages valued at $50 or more be sent insured and with a tracking method. (Ex. UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.)
2. Please ensure the following are enclosed in your package:
- The completed CCL Customer Return Form.
- A legible copy of your Sales Receipt for the item(s) sent.
- If purchase was directly to your Credit Card in the Gift Shop, copy of your Cabin Statement is required.
- Retain a copy of all documents sent to us and the tracking number for future reference.
Send your return to:
Starboard Cruise Services, Inc.
Attn: Customer Service Dept.
9290 NW 112 Avenue, Suite 1
Miami, FL 33178
To verify status of receipt of your package, please check with your carrier by using your tracking number.
Purchasing Additional Merchandise
Starboard Cruise Services, Inc. is the world’s largest and leading onboard retailer, offering cruise ship passengers world-class brands and exclusive merchandise with tax and duty free savings.
Starboard is not a land based retailer. For this reason, we are not able to sell you merchandise other than through our onboard stores and cannot exchange merchandise you purchased onboard for other merchandise after disembarkation from the cruise on which you made your purchase.
Any exchange of merchandise or purchases must be made in our onboard retail stores during your cruise.
Inch of Gold – Guarantee
INCH OF GOLD™ INCORPORATED Custom Made Chains & Fashion Jewelry Since 1982 Lifetime Guarantee
“Inch of” Gold, Silver, Crystals & Moods of Cats’ Eyes
Congratulations on your purchase of high quality fashion jewelry. “Inch of Gold” is layered with 18k gold and the “Inch of Silver” is layered with sterling silver. The gold or silver is electronically applied to jeweler’s metal by the use of the latest technology. Jeweler’s metal is a composition of brass with a small amount of nickel. Our exclusive protectant, Acryseal™, is applied to ensure long lasting wear ability.
To clean, just use a mild solution of soap and water.
We guarantee each chain to be repaired or replaced at no charge, with no time limit. Therefore we offer a FREE UNCONDITIONAL LIFETIME GUARANTEE.
Inch of Gold, Inc. maintains an after sales service department for your convenience. We recommend jewelry returns be insured for your protection. Please place in a padded envelope and include a copy of the sales receipt. Do not send original sales receipt as we do not return paperwork.
To have any Inch Of Gold chains (including Inch Of Silver & Cats Eyes chains) repaired or replaced, free of charge with no time limit, please send chains along with copies of receipt and guarantee to:
IOG Customer Service
3975 Investment Lane
West Palm Beach, FL 33404 USA
E-Mail: ioginc@aol.com
Phone: 561-842-3103
Toll Free: 1- 800-854-3434
Fax: 561-842-5572
Onboard Mail Orders
Onboard Mail Orders ship in approximately 12 weeks from the last day of the voyage.
To Inquire about the status of an Onboard Mail Order placed more than 12 weeks ago, print and complete the STATUS REQUEST OF ONBOARD MAIL ORDER form.
Email or Fax the completed form to: customer.service@starboardretailgroup.com or 786-845-1112
Frequently Asked Questions
A: Within 1 year from your purchase date, if you are not satisfied with your fine jewelry purchase, you may return it to our U.S. Customer Service Center for a full refund. One Year Unconditional Guarantee is void if all repairs and sizing are not performed through Starboard Cruise Services. This guarantee does not apply to special orders or Trunk Show Collections.
B: Within 2 year of your purchase date, manufacturer’s defects reported on purchases of Fine Jewelry items will be repaired at the company’s expense. Also, within 2 years of your purchase date, Fine Jewelry items will be sized free of charge. (Charge may apply to sizing greater than two sizes up from the original size of the ring.)
*** Please note that the 2 year warranty will be voided if the merchandise is Repaired/Sized outside of Starboard and/or if it is damaged due to customer’s negligence or abuse.
A: Please include the following information and send a request for the COA via email to customer.service@starboardretailgroup.com .
1. Full Name
2. Full Address
3. Copy of your Gift Shop purchase receipt which contains the Purchase Price/Date, Vessel Name, SKU No. and your name.