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You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By When Princess transitioned to the new coffee program, they announced they would continue to accept the cards through August 31, 2019. if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'shouldbecruising_com-large-mobile-banner-1','ezslot_4',602,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-shouldbecruising_com-large-mobile-banner-1-0');if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'shouldbecruising_com-large-mobile-banner-1','ezslot_5',602,'0','1'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-shouldbecruising_com-large-mobile-banner-1-0_1'); .large-mobile-banner-1-multi-602{border:none !important;display:block !important;float:none !important;line-height:0px;margin-bottom:7px !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-top:7px !important;max-width:100% !important;min-height:250px;padding:0;text-align:center !important;}If you have an old card without an expiration, Id still take the card and try to use it. Carrie Ann is the founder of Should Be Cruising and a lifelong travel fanatic. Not a big deal since I always change the liquor bottles for beers. Two Elites in the same stateroom get the same mini-bar as one Elite and one non-Elite. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. If you want to take part in formal night, you dont have to wear an evening gown or a tuxedo, although many do, and thats fine! Recently, Princess transitioned to an onboard account based specialty coffee package, much like how their other beverage packages function. The right column are all the possible items you could exchange your mini bar for. Platinum is where it starts to get good! Along with unlimited soda, juice, specialty coffees and more, you can get up to 15 alcoholic drinks per day. Princess Cruises Elites mini bar setup Elites mini bar setup By tourismtessy, January 28, 2022 in Princess Cruises 1 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 tourismtessy 364 January 21, 2008 Texas, USA #1 Posted January 28, 2022 Can anyone tell me what all is included in the mini bar setup ? She made a few phone calls, and we got an extra $200 in on board credit. Are they now doing the swap? Thanks op for asking question. Ugh. That sticker price is just the starting point. This is what it has been on our previous cruises: Alcoholic . We usually trade the Gin & Cognac for Vodka and the Coke, Tonic, Sprite & Perrier's for Diet Coke. We prefer that over sodas and alcohol. On the Enchanted now. Princess offers a free British-style afternoon tea each day. I learned something new. Not sure how onboard credit works? I get it, especially if youre American like me. If you really hate the idea of wearing a jacket, Ive never seen anyone turned away from the dining room for not having one. It is a thank you to you for being so loyal and doesn't require a tip. We exchange it for 10 beers & 10 Diet Cokes or sometimes for 2 coffee cards. Take a peek at my tips page for even more insider cruise information. Here are eight things that you might not know about traveling on a cruise ship. That is new I always ask if they have Canadian Club and have always been told no. Started June 21, 2021, By Summary Very helpful for us newbies for the mini bar. What will I find in the "Complimentary Mini Bar Set Up" ? You used to be able to trade in the mini bar setup for a bottle of wine. Finger sandwiches, cookies, biscuits and cakes are served by white-gloved waiters. A recent survey indicated majority do not keep the default. I bring this topic up because some mentioned tipping and the majority do not tip above the daily amount charged to your account so you need not feel guilty if you don't tip. L'Alcdia. Hope he was able to keep them. Non-alcoholic beverages may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other non-alcoholic varieties. The cookout is only available during specific hours. On Enchanted in December they were unable to provide the set up, so we were given a credit for it. Call Room Service. Maybe people confuse them with the (also adults-only) Sanctuary, which is fee-based? I always tell them, "no hurry." When reaching Elite level, one of the benefits you'll receive is a mini bar set up. We have never received whiskey in mini bar setup and we have been on 30 cruises with Princess. Youve probably seen news articles (or YouTube videos) about passengers who get left behind in port. Im saying this because the bartenders know everything. phabric, October 8, 2016 in Princess Cruises. LauraS Its no secret that Im a big fan of Princess. I swap all my liquor bottles for Beefeater Gin so I end up with 6 bottles swapped plus the two I kept. Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? Just like many other aspects of Princess Cruises there are inconsistencies. If youre a member of Captains Circle, you can refer a friend who has never sailed with Princess and youll both get $25 OBC when they complete their first cruise. Unlike many other loyalty programs in the travel industry, you dont lose your loyalty level if you dont cruise for a while. We traded four gin for four Heineken on Majestic. You can exchange the entire minibar for 2 coffee programs, a limited number of bottles of wine ($40 max) or 1.5 liter bottles of water. Hasn't been for a long time. It's only been the items listed in the FAQs from the website I posted earlier except on one cruise when I got Canadian Club Whisky. Powered by Invision Community. The contents of the mini-bar are subject to change. I've never had to worry about it. I love sharing my best cruise tips with you, along with reviews of cruise destinations, shore excursions, cruise ships and cruise lines. This includes a complimentary mini-bar setup that consists of a "selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water" according to Princess. The only good elite benefits remaining are the priority tender service, and the best one laundry. We had mini bar with and without. Thanks everyone, I appreciate your answers and will just do the trade in when we get there. It lasted about two hours, and the servers didnt hover over us (or wait inside our stateroom as I had feared). Last month the Cognac was Courvoisier. Also, the specialty restaurants can be busier on formal nights, because they dont have a formal dress code. Check out my Travel Resources page to see what companies I trust when booking our travel. I didnt try the free Pub Lunch until my second Princess cruise, when my fave bartender talked us into it. CC Help Jenn If one is Elite and in a Suite, are there two mini-bar set-ups? This costs $100 per person and entitles you to OBC on your next cruise, up to $300. If you didnt get the Sip & Sail deal and youre looking to maximize your free alcohol on Princess, I hope you like Champagne! Princess Plus Value for Captain's Circle Members Princess Cruises Mini Bar set up. Each ship may be different as to how they set them up. For women, a dressy pants outfit can work, as can a less-formal dress (a dark color and some accessories can always make a casual dress look more dressy). Are you planning on taking a Princess cruise? Now my question. can I exchange any of the alcohol bottles for rum? You can choose one of the following: Unwooded Chardonnay, Kendall Jackson (Dawn Princess, Sea Princess, Sun Princess - when based in Australia), Wyndhams, Bin 444 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dawn Princess, Sea Princess, Sun Princess - when based in Australia), Brown Brothers, Shiraz (Dawn Princess, Sea Princess, Sun Princess - when based in Australia). A common reason why this happens? And then they have to build new minibar combinations and again visit the cabins to pick up the old and deliver the right things - and that all takes time and delays. I am a vodka girl, so it wasn't an issue to trade in my 3 gin and a cognac. How many bottles of each? Diet Coke isn't in the fridge anymore. There should be a card in your cabin that lists pricing. Answer: If you do not wish to have any alcohol in your mini-bar we will be happy to exchange your mini-bar for one of the following: Thanks for your help. Answer: If you do not wish to have any alcohol in your mini-bar we will be happy to exchange your mini-bar for one of the following: Alcoholic beverages may be exchanged for non-alcoholic beverages on a one-for-one basis, Full mini-bar may be exchanged for two (2) Coffee Cards, All water mini-bar setup will consist of eight (8) 1.5 liter bottles of water. I wish they would let us pre-order as it is a PITA for both Room Service and Guest. Started June 21, 2021, By A former flight attendant, she now prefers cruise ships over airplanes and spends several months each year cruising and exploring cruise ports. Definitely take a few minutes each evening to read the Princess Patter. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Mr. SBC always wears a dark suit (I recommend a summerweight wool). Princess is owned by the Carnival Corporation, so Carnival shareholders are eligible for free extra onboard credit. As stated, you can't swap non-alcohol for alcohol. In my travels, I always haggle if I know its part of the culture, or if I feel like the shopkeeper wants to play the game. ), Complimentary afternoon tea may be served in your stateroom. Exclusive Club Class dining: Formerly reserved for only full-suite passengers, the Club Class dining room is available for breakfast and dinner, as well as for lunch on sea days. Shop sells it but not bars. If not could having water bottles be useful when in port or on an excursion. Im also always looking for a good deal, and I despise paying full price for anything. Grand Princess deck plan view at Cruisedeckplans showing the newest deck plan layouts, public venues and stateroom pictures and our own deck plan pdf (printable version). Ties are also not a requirement. Direct to check in counter. :eek: You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By Although its half the price, my advice is to skip this one. Answer: If you do not wish to have any alcohol in your mini-bar we will be happy to exchange your mini-bar for one of the following: Alcoholic beverages may be exchanged for non-alcoholic beverages on a one-for-one basis, Full mini-bar may be exchanged for two (2) Coffee Cards, All water mini-bar setup will consist of eight (8) 1.5 liter bottles of water, https://book.princess.com/captaincirelite_mini-Bar. Drinks must have a menu price of $12.00 or less to be eligible, but that includes most of what they have on offer. 1:1 (liquor for liquor) (non-alcohol for non-alcohol). Bonus Princess Cays tip: Bring water shoes and bug spray. Posted on Last updated: November 19, 2021. Maybe just a bottle of wine since those are not free in package. Must have really been a glitch if it was just one segment. Still supply issues on my two cruises last year. If you go, make sure to sit near the front, because they often throw prizes during the talk, and Ive never seen them reach the back rows! We were on for 3 weeks and on the first turn around day we just asked for the same items to be delivered each week. There has DEFINITELY been an impact with supply issues. Started June 21, 2021, By I don't drink beer so I give it to the cabin steward they all like free beer :D :D. Our last cruise was our first as Elites. Heres the note we received. If they have the curry chicken salad when you visit, give it a try its my favorite! There are a few ways to narrow down which nights will be chosen. Missed the Sip & Sail and youre thinking about buying a beverage package? Started August 27, 2021, By Wed much prefer this! Prizes that Ive seen include a piece of art, a spa voucher, and even a piece of diamond jewelry! OBC is only good for purchases made on the ship. VibeGuy 2.8k April 14, 2005 #2 Posted January 28, 2022 However, we like to drink Courvoisier. Started August 27, 2021, By Same on our April cruise on the Star Princess except what I noted in red You can call Room Service and they will switch out. Liquor gets you soda, but only one to one. We never want Gelato so don't know about that. You can request anything you want, as long as it is the standard setup. 2 ea 50 mL bottles whiskey, Vodka, Gin, Cognac (most recently Dewars, Skyy, Beefeater, Hennessy, can vary), 2 ea Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Tonic Water, Perrier, Still Water. Platinum members plus anyone traveling with you in the same stateroom can go right to the Priority Check-In desk. On the last morning, join the full suite and Elite passengers in the priority disembarkation lounge. On the Regal on 1/6, we got 2 Diet Cokes, 2 Sprite, 2 Lemon Tonic Water, 2 Dos Equis, 2 Bud Light and 4 mini bottles of Gin. At $100 per couple for dinner (you can book this for two or four people), youll get a vase of fresh flowers delivered to your room, hors doeuvres, a cocktail each (or a half-bottle of Champagne), an amazing multi-course dinner featuring lobster and steak served by two dedicated servers, dessert, and an 810 photograph. Later in the day I exchange my mini bar for 20 diet cokes. Answer: Your mini-bar will consist of a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water. Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? Also, if you dont use all of it by the end of your sailing, you forfeit whatevers left. After your first completed cruise, youre Gold level. Found in the FAQs of the Captains Circle section of the Princess website (you do have to log in to access): https://book.princess.com/captaincircle/contactUs.page. There are 16 passenger decks, 8 with cabins. Check out our New Cruisers section! On the Regal on 1/6, we got 2 Diet Cokes, 2 Sprite, 2 Lemon Tonic Water, 2 Dos Equis, 2 Bud Light and 4 mini bottles of Gin. Not sure I agree with you. You have to own at least 100 shares, but youll get extra OBC for each Princess cruise that you take. Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? Ive been reading that the Elite mini bar setup has been really sketchy lately. Do you just tell your steward on the first day? One to one,Donna. On our cruise in December we didn't receive any vodka because they were out of the small ones. Members need six cruise credits or 51 cruise days to reach the Platinum level. Check the Patter for times and locations of these events. https://book.princess.com/captaincircle/contactUs.page#elite_mini-Bar. And I was six months pregnant). Make friends with your bartenders. ft. Sky Suite - 947 to 1012 sq. You get a plate of delicious canapes delivered to your stateroom before dinner. Theres no ventilation! Just like many other aspects of Princess Cruises there are inconsistencies. Check out our New Cruisers section! I call after boarding and switch everything to cans of Sprite Zero. LauraS For anything else it requires submitting a question which the time I did it never received an answer. I am a vodka girl, so it wasn't an issue to trade in my 3 gin and a cognac. Complimentary mini-bar - A one-time only mini-bar will be placed into each suite prior to embarkation. You still need to pay for gratuities (18% of the total cost of the package will be charged to your account), but this is a savings of about $60 per day compared to if you purchased the package yourself. I inquired about it and was told that they were out of the small bottles, but that if I wanted Vodka, they could provide it, but I would have to trade in 4 of the small bottles. You can pay for detergent and the washers and dryers with your cruise card, and there are irons and ironing boards set up as well. Finger sandwiches, cookies, biscuits and cakes are served by white-gloved waiters. Yes, coffee cards do not have a name on them. Be aware of this if you take a shore excursion the food might not be still available when you return. ;p. You will get there in time. Question from a new Elite. For the guys on Princess formal nights, anything from a dress shirt and chinos with a blazer, to a suit or a tux is fine. my fave cognac substitution was when Remy XO made a brief appearance. Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for full bottles of liquor? Sometimes Ive been able to get Heineken or Stella Artois but like other things my experience has variedmaybe its due to their supply. Should Be Cruising is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Complimentary Grapevine Wine Tasting: this popular event usually costs $25 per person, and is not covered by any drink packages. This may be my number-one tip for cruising in general, but especially on Princess! Thinking mainly about the mini bar set up. We call soon after boarding and have always received the exchange sometime in the evening. The contents of the mini-bar are subject to change. Answer: Elite members will get a one-time complimentary mini-bar set-up (1 per Elite stateroom) which consists of two (2) miniature bottles each of Cognac, Gin, Vodka and Scotch Whisky, two (2) 12 ounce cans of beer, two (2) 12 ounce cans/bottles of tonic water, two (2) 12 ounce cans of Coca Cola, two (2) 12 ounce cans of Sprite, two (2) 0.5 liter bottles of water, two (2) 11 ounce bottles of Perrier. Us too! Beverage Package doesnt work only Princess cruise passengers beverage packages are accepted here.). So no bourbon at all in small bottles? I always tell them to dress as you would if you were a guest at a wedding. At least we can jump the process on a B2B by calling on last day of a segment. Obviously, a cruise line isnt going to be able to replicate the feeling of a village pub on a cruise ship full of tourists. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Things to Do in Hilton Head SC (Other Than Golf), The Historic (and Haunted) Francis Marion Hotel, Charleston. If youre thinking of splurging on a dinner or two at a specialty restaurant, and you have a balcony, doing the Ultimate Balcony Dining is a fantastic alternative. Then, on Enchanted Princess, also in December, there were no small (what I call airline-size) bottles of alcohol, but there was a 375 ml bottle of Jack Daniels plus the usual assortment of sodas and two bottles of water. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By We bring our allotted bottles of wine on board and at times buy more wine. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Powered by Invision Community. tourismtessy, January 28, 2022 in Princess Cruises. As we are Elite with Princess we will still get "the perks" on the short cruise? On the Majestic in August, I received eight mini bottles of vodka initially. Its loaded onto your account when you embark, and you can use it at the shops, specialty restaurants, and bars on board. Thanks. Of course we sampled each others dishes, and they were both amazing. This is a gift, a perk for their most loyal customers. Another change to the program is that the amount of specialty coffees you can order is based on the length of your cruise. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. You can exchange the entire minibar for 2 coffee programs, a limited number of bottles of wine ($40 max) or 1.5 liter bottles of water. US and Canadian military veterans as well as active, retired or disabled military personnel are also eligible for OBC ($50 for sailings less than 6 days, $100 for 7-13 days, and $250 for 14 days or longer). They also did not have Perrier available initially, but I was able to trade my sodas for it later in the cruise. I usually dont like the idea of making a deposit on something Im not sure Ill be doing (I like to keep my money in my savings account where it earns interest). CC Help Jenn Works great. Perrier was available at virtually every bar onboard, but not through room service! Ive had very good luck negotiating the price down in the Effy shops on Princess. Answer: No. They seem to appreciate that. On Emerald Princess in December, we were able to switch out for coffee cards for what seemed to be the usual mini-bar set-up. While other cruise lines are moving away from free 24-hour room service, Princess still offers this with a limited menu. Once I got all Heniken but not anymore and other beer exchange brands I've read about as options were some 12 oz bottles of American brands such as Budweiser, Bud Light & Miller's MGD. Whew. Through security screening. :D. No problem swapping the beer for two more 50ml mini bottles of your favorite spirits. Im Carrie Ann, the writer behind Should Be Cruising. You can save a significant amount over the marked price if you do this! For more info, please read myDisclosure Policy. That's a good idea because Princess eliminated those details from their FAQs with a recent update. CC is a wonderful venue for sharing. Then I remove all the items I want exchanged, place the list with the items on the tray providedleave the room, and magically, all is replaced. Its nice to cool off after a shower in your robe before you get dressed. Complimentary wine: A half-bottle of red wine plus a half-bottle of white wine will be waiting in your stateroom on embarkation day. LauraS Priority embarkation and disembarkation: You can skip the long line to check in on embarkation day and head right to Priority Check-In. (I cant do this the last time I was a bridesmaid was in the 90s. If your itinerary includes a stop at Princess Cays, Princess private resort on Eleuthera, Bahamas youll be glad to know that food is included. We had Diet Coke on four out of four B2Bs on Ruby in Dec and Jan, but tonic was mysteriously absent on the first segment. Can anyone tell me what all is included in the mini bar setup ? I like to take along a ziploc bag of powdered detergent and some fabric softener sheets it saves a little money and Im not stuck using whatever brand they have in the vending machine. Actually it would be 4 coffee cards if you swap out both setups. Plus, hell deliver them on hangers, which there are never enough of in cruise staterooms (you can also ask for extra hangers while youre at it). Princess isn't. An additional discount off your cruise fare (for the first 2 guests in the stateroom) when you book early, Access to Captains Circle Online, for extra benefits including the Refer-a-Friend program. Don't see them arrive shrink wrapped. Hasn't been for a long time. Sometimes Ive been able to get Heineken or Stella Artois but like other things my experience has variedmaybe its due to their supply. If we change the set up for the coffee cards can we give one away? Have you been on a Princess cruise? What does Gold Captains Circle status get you? in Valencia (Valencian Community) Contents: Municipality The population development of L'Alcdia as well as related information and services (weather, Wikipedia, Google, images). You can call room service from your stateroom phone, or place a breakfast order hang tag on the outside of your door the night before. and 'maybe' a full swap out for a bottle of wine. if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'shouldbecruising_com-leader-3','ezslot_13',606,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-shouldbecruising_com-leader-3-0');We did the Ultimate Balcony Dining on our last Princess cruise, and it was fantastic. This is filmed live during your cruise, and is sold onboard in the Photo/Video Department. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Answer: Elite members will get a one-time complimentary mini-bar set-up (1 per Elite stateroom) which consists of two (2) miniature bottles each of Cognac, Gin, Vodka and Scotch Whisky, two (2) 12 ounce cans of beer, two (2) 12 ounce cans/bottles of tonic water, two (2) 12 ounce cans of Coca Cola, two (2) 12 ounce cans of Sprite, two (2) 0.5 liter bottles of water, two (2) 11 ounce bottles of Perrier. Our typical exchange is all alcohol for 5+5 in two different beers and then 10 Perrier for the other half. I am not elite but thought that Elites and Suites got the same thing? Check the Patter for locations and times. Answer: You may exchange all of your mini-bar items for one bottle of wine. Ive had lots of friends and readers ask me what to wear for formal night (I spent 20 years in the fashion industry, in addition to being a cruise fanatic). Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions, C858B0A9-6769-424D-B129-59363EDAC023.jpeg, B5073042-BF8A-4EEC-BD19-0938D8732763.jpeg. It would be difficult for staff to deliver 400+ mini bars if they had to specifically select and sort by cabin. Thats a 100% return on our investment. On the Majestic this week we got 4 gins and 4 scotches plus 2 beers and non- alcoholic drinks. Answer: No. I'd only add a buck to drink limit as that can add up quickly for drinkers over course of a voyage. Whats your favorite Princess cruise tip? This is a question many past passengers ask. :D, Sometimes a glitch or way of doing things is better still We booked a 3 week cruise of the med and as they also sold it as 3 separate weeks we actually had 3 set ups which was great HOWEVER this may not always happen - they also gave us 3 credits on our total of cruises:D:D:D. Did you not repeat a port in the 3 weeks? We are still platinum, bot only 3 cruises to go until Elite. I generally fill this out before calling room service. We make it work for us by trading all of our booze for Skyy vodka to take home to use for tailgates, etc. The loyalty program on Princess Cruises is pretty fantastic, making it one of the best reasons to keep cruising with Princess. More details (and how to apply) are listed on Princess website. Once on board, you may contact Room Service to change your mini-bar selection. The mini-bar set-up consists of the following items (subject to change and availability): - Two (2) 50ml bottles Cognac - Courvoisier V.S.O.P. I had the same wine choice as well. :). Powered by Invision Community, That's a good idea because Princess eliminated those details from their FAQs with a recent. Welcome to Elite! CC Help Jenn And I agree - tipping is recommended. Started August 27, 2021, By have you seen them on the carts before they were put into your cabin?? We always switch ours out for our preferred adult beverages and soft drinks. Your shopping host will encourage you to visit these specific shops, will give out coupons, and will sometimes even be in a shop (usually a high-end jewelry store) when you visit ports. CC Help Jenn You can exchange alcohol for EITHER alcohol or non-alcohol and non-alcohol ONLY for non-alcohol. I visit an Oxo minimart in Cabo or Mazatlan and get a 2L Coke Zero (sin azucar). PS -- if you call on the very first day, they might be right there but I have had them ask if they could bring it a bit later, a couple of times, even the next day. Can someone please direct me to where I should look on the Princess website. They usually come pretty quickly. :eek: Don't understand this comment unless you are in a suite in which case you are misleading the OP. This is not true! Started August 27, 2021, By VAWCB 52 October 7, 2009 Virginia Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. On your fourth through sixth cruises, or after completing 31-50 cruise days, youre Ruby level. Its nice to know you can get coffee cards. Tip: To keep your formal night outfits looking good, my article How to Prevent Wrinkled Clothes on a Cruise shares all my secrets! Im so glad youre here! Help, we are now Elite and I cannot find the part where I can request what I would prefer for the mini bar set up. Was able to trade bottles of beer for equal amounts of little liquor bottles this week on Majestic. Read Eight Things That Will Surprise New Cruisers to find out. We've come to like that brand best because of the mini-bar. Then 6 cans of soda, 2 club soda or Perrier, 2 still water = 10 non alcoholic beverages. Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? Looking for more tips for new cruisers? That has been the case on our last two cruises which were on the Coral and Royal.
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