You can always give away your bar set up or coffee cards in lieu of the set up. 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. Do you have other questions about food and drinks on a cruise? Minisuite: Diamond Princess' 184 mini-suites are primarily located on Deck 9, with a few on Deck 8. 10% discount on the Reflections DVD. CC Help Jenn Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for full bottles of liquor? I will be sailing as 'Elite' for the first time, on the Emerald Princess out of Sydney in January 2017. 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, Came from the land above to the Land Downunder. This includes small liqueurs, beer, soft drinks and water bottles. Actually it would be 4 coffee cards if you swap out both setups. You get complimentary laundry and dry cleaning services. Miniature bottles of liquor (50 ml) may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other miniature bottles. This costs $100 per person and entitles you to OBC on your next cruise, up to $300. I have to wonder why all the local liquor stores seem to have tons of mini bottles but Princess can't seem to get them. Check out the latest web stories from Should Be Cruising! Food is complimentary, although there is a charge for coffee and tea. Thanks for providing your spread sheet. Its nice to know you can get coffee cards. 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). Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. You made out. Looking forward to being Elite. Question: What if I have a specific request for how Id like my mini-bar stocked? https://book.princess.com/captaincircle/contactUs.page#elite_mini-Bar. Another change to the program is that the amount of specialty coffees you can order is based on the length of your cruise. I was going to swap all out for that. Diet Coke isn't in the fridge anymore. Wondering what else your cabin steward can (and cant) do for you? I am a vodka girl, so it wasn't an issue to trade in my 3 gin and a cognac. Read How to Prevent Wrinkled Clothes on a Cruise. Not into haggling? and 'maybe' a full swap out for a bottle of wine. On the Majestic in August, I received eight mini bottles of vodka initially. Check the Patter for locations and times. You can read more about me and about Should Be Cruising here. Another example of how "new" isn't always "improved". Last month the Cognac was Courvoisier. Ref from Princess:https://book.princess.com/captaincircle/contactUs.page#elite_mini-Bar. When booking our upcoming cruise, I noticed that another travel agency was advertising OBC offered through a credit card issuer. Read Eight Things That Will Surprise New Cruisers to find out. I used to get half Dos Equis & half Becks however room service said Beck's is no longer an option. 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! You get a plate of delicious canapes delivered to your stateroom before dinner. If youre not in a suite, you might think that you cant have a bathrobebut you can! You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By Youll be at this level from your second through third cruises. Complimentary shoe polishing service, upon request. All drinks (water too) are included that are $10 or less. 5. On the Sky in December we didn't receive any Vodka. We would switch out the whole for CC, if we could instead its vodka. Dont try to haggle unless youre braver than I am from what Ive seen, these are pretty rock-bottom prices. have you seen them on the carts before they were put into your cabin?? Princess Plus Value for Captain's Circle Members Princess Cruises Mini Bar set up. There should be a card in your cabin that lists pricing. Is it a standard set of drinks in each set up? Princess is owned by the Carnival Corporation, so Carnival shareholders are eligible for free extra onboard credit. CC Help Jenn My pro tip? CC is a wonderful venue for sharing. I'm not certain if the shrink wrap occurs on shore before the supplies are loaded or if it is done on board. Answer: No. Started August 27, 2021, By I know you can change it out. If not could having water bottles be useful when in port or on an excursion. Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? We left a note bequeathing them to our cabin steward. Still supply issues on my two cruises last year. LauraS 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. The last two times our Elite setup included bottles of beer instead of cans. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. 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. You might also like What Beverages Can I Bring On My Cruise? Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? If lots of people on a cruise are avoiding dressing up, the specialty restaurant reservations can fill up fast. You can also use it to purchase shore excursions, spa treatments, and photos on the ship. Is this something new? CC Help Jenn Priority specialty dining reservations: If youd like to make a reservation for specialty dining, youll have VIP priority. We ended up with one beer and two Sprites left over. Don't waste your timethey do not pay attention to it anyways, and will deliver you the standard selection. I do agree that if you want a coffee package or the bottle of wine you should be able to pre-select. Platinum members plus anyone traveling with you in the same stateroom can go right to the Priority Check-In desk. CC Help Jenn more tips for new cruisers? Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for wine? Ladies, this is a great opportunity to re-wear those bridesmaids dresses you have hanging in the closet! Does anyone have any information on this? L'Alcdia. 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. The cards were transferable and could be used on multiple cruises. Answer: No. Priority embarkation and disembarkation: You can skip the long line to check in on embarkation day and head right to Priority Check-In. If youd prefer specialty coffees over liquor, beer, and soda, you can swap the mini bar setup for a coffee package. We had mini bar with and without. Read What New Cruisers Dont Know About Cruise Food & Drinks. Two Elites in the same stateroom get the same mini-bar as one Elite and one non-Elite. Now my question. can I exchange any of the alcohol bottles for rum? On one, I received just beer and vodka for the alcoholic beverages. It's still beer. Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? Many of the shops have drawings to win merchandise. Upgraded bathrobes: Youll receive the same extra-plush bathrobes normally reserved for full suites. If youre planning on booking a mini-suite, be sure to check out the Club Class mini-suites. Looking for more tips for new cruisers? Shopping hosts are cruise line employees who are paid commission by specific stores on land that they have a relationship with. One of the perks that Princess lists for suite passengers is plush bathrobes. Once onboard, call room service and ask to swap. Obviously, a cruise line isnt going to be able to replicate the feeling of a village pub on a cruise ship full of tourists. Drinks must have a menu price of $12.00 or less to be eligible, but that includes most of what they have on offer. Tip: To keep your formal night outfits looking good, my article How to Prevent Wrinkled Clothes on a Cruise shares all my secrets! 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. I dont know if youve checked savings account interest rates recently, but let me know if you find one that offers that kind of return! Nowhere near to Elite and can't afford a suite. Grand Suite S1 Grand Suite Sleeps up to: 4 1 Staterooms Cabin: 613 sqft (58 m2) Balcony: 117 sqft (11 m2) Click for If youre an Anglophile, a homesick Brit, or just in need of some comfort food, definitely try the Pub Lunch. 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. In addition to fantastic pastries and cookies, International Caf also serves breakfast parfaits, panini and salads. It would certainly save them time and effort to let us pre-order that. If you really hate the idea of wearing a jacket, Ive never seen anyone turned away from the dining room for not having one. But what about if you know that youll need to have dinner at a certain hour like if you want to be sure that you get a seat for a show and you want to eat first? 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. Looking for more cruise tips? Sail Date: Nov 2022 Cabin: Mini-Suite with Balcony Embarkation with Medallion was a breeze. Each Platinum member receives a complimentary Internet package that can be used in the Internet Caf or on your own device. Theyll replace the items you dont care for with more of what youll actually drink. Well it does keep a lot of crew busy that first day. VibeGuy 2.8k April 14, 2005 #2 Posted January 28, 2022 We make it work for us by trading all of our booze for Skyy vodka to take home to use for tailgates, etc. CC Help Jenn I didnt try the free Pub Lunch until my second Princess cruise, when my fave bartender talked us into it. With the proper program, which I don't believe Princess is capable of achieving now, it would be easy to place the coffee packages on the passenger's accounts. Definitely take a few minutes each evening to read the Princess Patter. Im also always looking for a good deal, and I despise paying full price for anything. On a side note, our Elite bathroom amenities were just 2 Face scrubbers. But this deal is too good to pass up. You can exchange like for like10 alcohol for other alcohol; 10 non-alcohol for other non-alcohol. 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, Came from the land above to the Land Downunder. Not sure theres much of a choice. This is a gift, a perk for their most loyal customers. Powered by Invision Community. Question: What if I have a specific request for how Id like my mini-bar stocked? Elite members will get a one-time complimentary mini-bar set-up (1per Elite stateroom) which consists of two (2) miniature bottles each ofCognac, Gin, Vodka and Scotch Whisky, two (2) 12 ounce cans of . :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? By 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. So keep on their good side by moving to a nearby chair when bar service is scheduled to close. Beverage Package doesnt work only Princess cruise passengers beverage packages are accepted here.). Each ship may be different as to how they set them up. Liquor gets you soda, but only one to one. Can someone please direct me to where I should look on the Princess website. 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. If you plan on checking out a specialty restaurant (a cover charge applies) their dress code is always smart casual. Many people hacked the system by saving one punch spot on their coffee card, enabling them to get free brewed coffee and teaforever! It lasted about two hours, and the servers didnt hover over us (or wait inside our stateroom as I had feared). Started June 21, 2021, By For detailed instructions, check out my post How to Get Onboard Credit for Owning Carnival Stock. I thought that Princess discontinued the mini bar swap for coffee cards a couple years ago. There are 3 choices of beer brands; there are no options for liquor brands. Elite Mini-Bar Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? We typically keep one set up and trade one for coffee cards. Question: Can I exchange the non-alcoholic items in my Elite mini-bar for alcohol? (Voyages 7 days or less, 150 minutes; Voyages 8-20 days, 250 minutes; Voyages 21+ days, 500 minutes. Although they couldnt see us from wherever they were hiding between courses, our servers seemed to have an uncanny sense of when to clear our plates and bring the next ones. You can have all vodka and all bottled water, for instance, whatever your preferences are as long as they abide by the policies that Astro Flyer stated above. Check the Princess website beginning in June (or ask your travel agent to remind you) to see if this promotion will return. By CC Help Jenn I always bring one diet coke with me at embarkation to have with lunch because there hasn't been a diet in the mini bar for as long as I can remember. If youre a night owl or a super-early riser, you may be wondering where to get food (or a coffee) outside of normal dining times. 17 44 day cruises: $150 Balcony, Mini-Suite & Suite; $125 Interior & Oceanview, 11 16 day cruises: $100 Balcony, Mini-Suite & Suite; $75 Interior & Oceanview, 7 10 day cruises: $50 Balcony, Mini-Suite & Suite; $25 Interior & Oceanview, 3 6 day cruises: $25 Balcony, Mini-Suite & Suite; $15 Interior & Oceanview. if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'shouldbecruising_com-mobile-leaderboard-2','ezslot_18',677,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-shouldbecruising_com-mobile-leaderboard-2-0');Note that if you pre-pay for any of these things before your cruise, you wont be refunded. ft. Mini-Suites have floor-to-ceiling glass doors, while full Suites have two sets of sliding glass doors and Sky Suites have three, as well as a window onto the balcony. I've never had to worry about it. It is realistically much easier for Princess to simply supply every Elite passenger with a "standard' setup and deal with changes as requested. If youve noticed that theres always a line for the dining room at 6:30 save time by making a reservation. trbarton, September 1, 2017 in Princess Cruises. Powered by Invision Community. Also, if you dont use all of it by the end of your sailing, you forfeit whatevers left. You made out. 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. 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. The contents of the mini-bar are subject to change. They usually come pretty quickly. VAWCB 52 October 7, 2009 Virginia The suite will get you one more but that is the limit. 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. Thanks everyone, I appreciate your answers and will just do the trade in when we get there. Started August 27, 2021, By This may be my number-one tip for cruising in general, but especially on Princess! For anything else it requires submitting a question which the time I did it never received an answer. As others have said, we just called room service and they swapped it out for us. Along with unlimited soda, juice, specialty coffees and more, you can get up to 15 alcoholic drinks per day. Answer: Your mini-bar will consist of a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water. Direct to check in counter. On our recent Island Princess sailing, they had Canadian Whiskey instead of Scotch. They don't detract from the cruise experience but it sometimes makes it harder to plan. Question: What if I have a specific request for how Id like my mini-bar stocked? They have beautiful pieces of fine jewelry in many price ranges but none of it is cheap. Be advised though, that you cannot switch sodas or water for booze. Formal nights are (usually) not held two nights in a row. (I cant do this the last time I was a bridesmaid was in the 90s. How many bottles of each? (Princess Cruises owns Princess Cays, but they allow Carnival cruises to visit as well. Once on board, you may contact Room Service to change your mini-bar selection. :). Powered by Invision Community. You can join the free Captains Circle loyalty program at any time after completing your first cruise. The food in the main dining rooms is slightly elevated on formal nights. Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for wine? Started June 21, 2021, By Thinking mainly about the mini bar set up. Unfortunately rum has not been an option in any of our minibars. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2410794&highlight=mini+bar+contents. Check out our New Cruisers section! Do you detest formal clothing? They will come up and collect your mini-bar, charge your account, credit your account, and place on your medallion one each coffee package. Certain restrictions apply. For they prep the standard and deliver it generally before you board. What will I find in the "Complimentary Mini Bar Set Up" ? There has DEFINITELY been an impact with supply issues. IF all you want to do is swap out the entire mini bar set-up for coffee package(s). We had Diet Coke on four out of four B2Bs on Ruby in Dec. Powered by Invision Community, Sometimes a glitch or way of doing things is better still We booked a. Mini-Suite - 40 sq. Read more: Ultimate Guide to Princess Cays. When I wear it Im reminded of time spent with family and friends. Answer: No. Finger sandwiches, cookies, biscuits and cakes are served by white-gloved waiters. 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. BTW, anyone notice that this thread was nearly a year old? We were allowed to trade the brandy for Budweiser on our last two cruises. Free travel insurance upgrade: when you purchase Princess Vacation Protection, youll be automatically upgraded to Princess Platinum Vacation Protection. 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. Is Princess Plus worth it for higher level Captain's Circle members? However, should the passenger require any additional supplies this will be at the discretion of the Passenger Services Director. This way, those who tend to book longer sailings arent penalized. Ive had success with writing extra requests on it, like non-dairy milk or a sandwich to save for later. Youll be glad you did, because stateroom bathrooms are tiny and steamy. Started June 21, 2021, By What a load off of my mind. 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. Just remember that if youll reach the next level due to days sailed, you wont change levels in the middle of the cruise. LauraS If youre even considering another cruise in the next two years, its crazy not to get a future cruise deposit while youre on board. The only like-kind alcohol we were able to trade them out for was vodka. Sometimes Ive been able to get Heineken or Stella Artois but like other things my experience has variedmaybe its due to their supply. I always ask to swap out for coffee cards and have never tipped. More details and the application page are on Princess website. You can call room service and have them swap the standard grouping for drinks that you prefer! Im Carrie Ann, the writer behind Should Be Cruising. 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! No problem. We had mini bar with and without. I was in a suite on Emerald last week. One thing to be aware of though, is that not every suite has a balcony. Enjoy a complimentary mini-bar set up and on formal nights, indulge in deluxe canaps created by our talented chefs on board. In February on Regal got Scotch and Gin. sunsetme, November 3, 2022 in Princess Cruises. If youve been on a Princess cruise before, youve definitely noticed the Effy jewelry shop on board (or your other half has!) I get it, especially if youre American like me. Imagine the "super special wowie zowie elite" people (you know every cruise has them) exploding and "having a cow" (my apologies if this doesn't work for non US folks) because their mini bar wasn't prepared to their specifications. You can make reservations for the main dining rooms, even if you have Anytime Dining. There are 16 passenger decks, 9 with cabins. We usually trade the Gin & Cognac for Vodka and the Coke, Tonic, Sprite & Perrier's for Diet Coke. Perrier was available at virtually every bar onboard, but not through room service!
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