Along with unlimited soda, juice, specialty coffees and more, you can get up to 15 alcoholic drinks per day. The exact dates of formal nights are never announced before a cruise, but your embarkation day Patter should tell you when theyll be happening. After the ship was resupplied we received the 10 cans of DC. 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 . They will come up and collect your mini-bar, charge your account, credit your account, and place on your medallion one each coffee package. The application is quick and easy, and youll both receive the on board credit. Sail Date: Nov 2022 Cabin: Mini-Suite with Balcony Embarkation with Medallion was a breeze. CC Help Jenn 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. Powered by Invision Community. Megagirl, March 12, 2016 in Princess Cruises. Heres the note we received. All the non-alcohol bottles are swapped for tonic water. Then 6 cans of soda, 2 club soda or Perrier, 2 still water = 10 non alcoholic beverages. You get a free mini bar setup (one time only). Still supply issues on my two cruises last year. Princess Cruises Elite Mini Bar Elite Mini Bar By Megotoo, March 1, 2022 in Princess Cruises 1 2 3 Next Page 1 of 3 Megotoo 597 January 12, 2005 Santa Clarita, California #1 Posted March 1, 2022 I've been reading that the Elite mini bar setup has been really sketchy lately. Ive done the hard work for you! Started August 27, 2021, By After your first completed cruise, youre Gold level. You get complimentary laundry and dry cleaning services. This is what it has been on our previous cruises: Alcoholic . The contents of the mini-bar are subject to change. Another example of how "new" isn't always "improved". Ive spent a lot of time in the UK, and even lived there for a while, so Im very familiar with traditional pub food. My pro tip? Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc., or its affiliates. Cool! On the Majestic in October, they werent charging non-Plus passengers for espresso drinks at the International Cafe (too busy, I presume), so coffee cards might be a waste. By People have said you can exchange the mini bar for two coffee cards. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. I am a vodka girl, so it wasn't an issue to trade in my 3 gin and a cognac. Priority check-in at embarkation: dont wait in line! Answer: Your mini-bar will consist of a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water. Compounding the problem is the fact that, even before the shutdown, supplies weren't fully implemented. Then, you have to call them up for the exchange (along with scores of others). Be aware of this if you take a shore excursion the food might not be still available when you return. You can call room service and have them swap the standard grouping for drinks that you prefer! Answer: No. (Voyages 7 days or less, 150 minutes; Voyages 8-20 days, 250 minutes; Voyages 21+ days, 500 minutes. I learned something new. You can exchange alcohol for EITHER alcohol or non-alcohol and non-alcohol ONLY for non-alcohol. Complimentary mini bar set up; Deluxe canapes selection; Afternoon tea; Upgraded bathroom amenities; 10% discount in the shops of Princess; Complimentary wine tasting; Elite member recognition pin; Carrying just 1,970 passengers at full capacity, youll find it easy to make friends and discover this entire ship. We like to make an educated guess, and then make our specialty restaurant reservations for evenings that most likely wont be formal. 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. I'd only add a buck to drink limit as that can add up quickly for drinkers over course of a voyage. Occasionally another drink will be served, but its usually just bubbly. 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. I swap all my liquor bottles for Beefeater Gin so I end up with 6 bottles swapped plus the two I kept. Whats in the sale? 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). What does Platinum Captains Circle status get you? I can almost guarantee theyll whip out a calculator and give you a better offer. At the risk of sounding greedy, we are both Elite and have booked a suite. 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. We typically keep one set up and trade one for coffee cards. They don't detract from the cruise experience but it sometimes makes it harder to plan. The. Actually it would be 4 coffee cards if you swap out both setups. 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. We would switch out the whole for CC, if we could instead its vodka. 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. Wed much prefer this! Can someone please direct me to where I should look on the Princess website. Mini-Suite - 40 sq. This costs $100 per person and entitles you to OBC on your next cruise, up to $300. You used to be able to trade in the mini bar setup for a bottle of wine. Heres a list of some of the events where youll often be served a complimentary glass. One secret rule that I never knew about until recently (that I had to drag out of a Princess bartender) is that if a passenger is still sitting at the bar, the head bartender cant close the bar service down and leave for the night. On the other, they gave me 1-liter bottles of tonic water and club soda instead of two cans each of tonic water and sparkling water. Answer: No. The Dirty Banana, a popular drink on Princess Cruises Elite Mini Bar Set Up Princess' past passenger program, Captain's Circle is one of the most generous programs. Once on board, you may contact Room Service to change your mini-bar selection. You can exchange the non-alcohol for any non-alcohol. Is there a vary of different type of bottles of liquor, beer, soda they put in the refrig? I always wear a knee-length cocktail dress and heels. 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. :D. No problem swapping the beer for two more 50ml mini bottles of your favorite spirits. I always tell them, "no hurry." Just like many other aspects of Princess Cruises there are inconsistencies. We had Diet Coke on four out of four B2Bs on Ruby in Dec. Im so glad youre here! Hasn't been for a long time. 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. We traded four gin for four Heineken on Majestic. LauraS phabric, October 8, 2016 in Princess Cruises. Question: What if I have a specific request for how Id like my mini-bar stocked? It would be difficult for staff to deliver 400+ mini bars if they had to specifically select and sort by cabin. LauraS 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,. Works great. Here are eight things that you might not know about traveling on a cruise ship. You can join the free Captains Circle loyalty program at any time after completing your first cruise. By Platinum members plus anyone traveling with you in the same stateroom can go right to the Priority Check-In desk. As stated, call room service to switch. if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,600],'shouldbecruising_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_2',199,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-shouldbecruising_com-medrectangle-4-0');Reading the Princess Patter thoroughly is important to keep you in the know things can change on a cruise! I didnt try the free Pub Lunch until my second Princess cruise, when my fave bartender talked us into it. One thing to be aware of though, is that not every suite has a balcony. When boarding Majestic in October (LA) there were no DCs in our minibar because they were waiting for it to be delivered to the ship during turnaround day. Check out our New Cruisers section! Theres no wait for a table, and the upgraded menu options include tableside preparation. You can exchange like for like10 alcohol for other alcohol; 10 non-alcohol for other non-alcohol. I do agree that if you want a coffee package or the bottle of wine you should be able to pre-select. if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'shouldbecruising_com-large-mobile-banner-2','ezslot_9',605,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-shouldbecruising_com-large-mobile-banner-2-0');if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'shouldbecruising_com-large-mobile-banner-2','ezslot_10',605,'0','1'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-shouldbecruising_com-large-mobile-banner-2-0_1'); .large-mobile-banner-2-multi-605{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;}However, before you decide to skip the shopping talk altogether, the shopping guides are a wealth of information. In the fridge were Cokes, Diet Cokes, San Pelegrno, beer, and water. However, should the passenger require any additional supplies this will be at the discretion of the Passenger Services Director. If we change the set up for the coffee cards can we give one away? On the Sky in December we didn't receive any Vodka. Unless Princess changes its loyalty program, you can keep this level regardless of how often you cruise. The only things I used were the water and gave the wine to a neighbor cabin. I had the steak-and-kidney pie, and Mr. SBC had the bangers and mash. Check the Patter for times and locations of these events. We've come to like that brand best because of the mini-bar. You can always give away your bar set up or coffee cards in lieu of the set up. Started August 27, 2021, By 10% discount on the Reflections DVD. There are too many different people involved and the chain of command - or the chain of "instructions" - simply doesn't work that efficiently. A recent survey indicated majority do not keep the default. Non-alcoholic beverages may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other non-alcoholic varieties. Whatever they might offer will be something in limited supply. Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? Once a day, the housekeeping staff comes in and makes the bed, empties the trash, and gives you new towels. Very surprised and glade no small bottles but 2 375m one rum one vodka. Carrie Ann is the founder of Should Be Cruising and a lifelong travel fanatic. I wish we could exchange half the minibar for one coffee package (if you want this too, then lobby Princess for it). One to one,Donna. By On the Sky in December we didn't receive any Vodka. Answer: Your mini-bar will consist of a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water. On our recent trip on the Enchanted, there was vodka, scotch, gin, and Canadian Club rye - no more cognacs apparently. Oops..thanks for the correction which I knew but neglected to post it. Many of the shops have drawings to win merchandise. Complimentary mini bar set up: youll receive a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water in your stateroom. 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? Now my question. can I exchange any of the alcohol bottles for rum? Just ask your cabin steward when he comes to introduce himself on embarkation day. If youre a fanatic about clean, pressed clothing like I am, youll be happy to know that Princess has a self-service laundry room on each floor. Do you have other questions about food and drinks on a cruise? If you really hate the idea of wearing a jacket, Ive never seen anyone turned away from the dining room for not having one. :rolleyes: The coffee cards can be used for Gelato if that interests you. Princess offers a free British-style afternoon tea each day. Diet Coke isn't in the fridge anymore. Is this something new? Answer: No. On your 7th through 16th cruises, or after completing 51-150 cruise days, youre Platinum level. Thats a 100% return on our investment. 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. 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. She made a few phone calls, and we got an extra $200 in on board credit. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. On our cruise in December we didn't receive any vodka because they were out of the small ones. I was in a suite on Emerald last week. There are a few ways to narrow down which nights will be chosen. If you trade the mini bottles for soda, you just get 8 sodas. Perrier was available at virtually every bar onboard, but not through room service! LauraS This is not true! Certain restrictions apply. Youll be at this level from your second through third cruises. I don't think they come shrink wrapped. Members need six cruise credits or 51 cruise days to reach the Platinum level. On a side note, our Elite bathroom amenities were just 2 Face scrubbers. Near the end of each Princess cruise, the Effy shop will have a Final Call sale, with clearance prices on certain pieces. That's a good idea because Princess eliminated those details from their FAQs with a recent update. 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. Posted on Last updated: November 19, 2021. Princess offers a free British-style afternoon tea each day. If your itinerary includes a stop at Princess Cays, Princess private resort on Eleuthera, Bahamas youll be glad to know that food is included. CC Help Jenn Free travel insurance upgrade: when you purchase Princess Vacation Protection, youll be automatically upgraded to Princess Platinum Vacation Protection. I wish they would let us pre-order as it is a PITA for both Room Service and Guest. If youre on a Royal Class ship, you can even rent a cabana at the Retreat Pool for a little added luxury. Formal Nights are (usually) never on the first or last night of a cruise. On the part about subbing something else for Elites on Plus or Premier - that totally makes sense. You can call Room Service and they will switch out. We like to choose Anytime Dining because were not always hungry at the same time. There is also an upgraded package of stateroom amenities for Elite members. And I agree - tipping is recommended. More details (and how to apply) are listed on Princess website. You can expect a space ratio of 34% on this ship. We have had both with and without a suite. Read more: Ultimate Guide to Princess Cays. I tell what and how to get the Elite Loyalty Level Perks on every Princess Cruise Ship. On the Majestic in late January, we only got bottles of gin instead of the usual mix liquors. 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. have you seen them on the carts before they were put into your cabin?? Yes, I change ours out every time. If you plan on checking out a specialty restaurant (a cover charge applies) their dress code is always smart casual. I get it, especially if youre American like me. 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. 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! It also specifies the dress code for the following evening (smart casual or formal), along with opening and closing times for restaurants, bars, and shops. i get it and totally understand. Answer: Your mini-bar will consist of a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water. Diet Coke isn't in the fridge anymore. Liquor for Beers, others for Cokes. Are you planning on taking a Princess cruise? Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? I thought that Princess discontinued the mini bar swap for coffee cards a couple years ago. They do have a limited selection, so your best bet is to ask for more of what you like from what they initially give you. 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. Powered by Invision Community, Sometimes a glitch or way of doing things is better still We booked a. We waited over a week before calling room service to make the trade. Maybe people confuse them with the (also adults-only) Sanctuary, which is fee-based? Was able to trade bottles of beer for equal amounts of little liquor bottles this week on Majestic. Missed the Sip & Sail and youre thinking about buying a beverage package? 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. Take a peek at my tips page for even more insider cruise information. They're approximately 354 square feet, including the balcony, which is deeper than those on. Maybe just a bottle of wine since those are not free in package. Also dont expect top-notch service if youre looking at these pieces. ;). No problem. 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. Formal night almost always is in effect the same night as the Captains Welcome Aboard Party (with a Champagne waterfall), which is a great opportunity for photos! I'm not sure if you can swap beer for liquor - I haven't tried it. Why? Hubby does not like Dos Equis and the America beers on the room service list are higher priced that Dos Equis, but they have been willing to swap based on cost of the items as I've mentioned in this thread. Be advised though, that you cannot switch sodas or water for booze. I am a vodka girl, so it wasn't an issue to trade in my 3 gin and a cognac. Is Princess Plus worth it for higher level Captain's Circle members? Cocktail dresses and longer gowns are always a good choice. A room steward isn't exactly like a hotel housekeeper (but he's not a butler, either) Chances are, you've stayed in a hotel before. The contents of the mini-bar are subject to change. 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. Im not surprised that they sold out so quickly. On the Regal , no sugar free or zero soda ..only regular coke and Sprite with all that sugar in it. :eek: Don't understand this comment unless you are in a suite in which case you are misleading the OP. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. (Princess Cruises owns Princess Cays, but they allow Carnival cruises to visit as well. Theyll know if the comedian performing that night gets rave reviews or is a dud. So I might do a beer/diet sprite setup on Majestic today. On the Enchanted now. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. I have answers. Ugh. While you relax on your lounger, attendants will come around with fleece blankets, popcorn, or milk and cookies, for free! If you havent yet made your first booking for a Princess cruise, reach out to a friend who has previously sailed. EDIT: I see that "elliair" types faster than me while I'm watching CFB games. We have never received whiskey in mini bar setup and we have been on 30 cruises with Princess. On the Majestic in August, I received eight mini bottles of vodka initially. Us too! 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! Is water included in your sticker? Can anyone tell me what's included in the mini bar set up and how easy is it to swap contents for your own preference?:). Theyll often tell you the best way to get around the ports, and other information about whats going on when youll be visiting. On a side note, our Elite bathroom amenities were just 2 Face scrubbers. Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for wine? and 'maybe' a full swap out for a bottle of wine. But Princess also doubles your cruise credit earnings if you sail in a full suite (mini-suites, Club Class suites and upgrades to suites are excluded) or sail solo. We have always had bottles of beer in the set up. Looking for more cruise tips? Let me know in the comments below! Margins are miniscule, so its likely youll have to flag someone down to try something on. The suite will get you one more but that is the limit. Started June 21, 2021, By Its loaded onto your account when you embark, and you can use it at the shops, specialty restaurants, and bars on board. This is a gift, a perk for their most loyal customers. If youve been on a Princess cruise before, youve definitely noticed the Effy jewelry shop on board (or your other half has!) You can exchange like for like10 alcohol for other alcohol; 10 non-alcohol for other non-alcohol. Another change to the program is that the amount of specialty coffees you can order is based on the length of your cruise. The worst that can happen is they say no! does it depend on your cabin category at all? Youve probably seen news articles (or YouTube videos) about passengers who get left behind in port. On the Majestic in October, they werent charging non-Plus passengers for espresso drinks at the International Cafe (too busy, I presume), so coffee cards might be a waste. They are very busy so there may be a wait. Recent bridesmaids dresses, I should say. Tip: To keep your formal night outfits looking good, my article How to Prevent Wrinkled Clothes on a Cruise shares all my secrets! You can exchange alcohol for EITHER alcohol or non-alcohol and non-alcohol ONLY for non-alcohol. If not could having water bottles be useful when in port or on an excursion. As others have said, we just called room service and they swapped it out for us. You can request anything you want, as long as it is the standard setup. That has been the case on our last two cruises which were on the Coral and Royal. We make it work for us by trading all of our booze for Skyy vodka to take home to use for tailgates, etc. VAWCB 52 October 7, 2009 Virginia The price of the replacement does NOT have to be less than or equal than the item you are trading. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 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. On Enchanted in December they were unable to provide the set up, so we were given a credit for it. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. I think there had been supply chain issues and they had a limited number of setups to provide. Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? sunsetme, November 3, 2022 in Princess Cruises. Never have a problem. 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. 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. When I asked about the missing bottles at passenger services, the purser called room service for me to get two mini bottles of Scotch instead. Food is complimentary, although there is a charge for coffee and tea. Read more: Princess Cruises Pub Lunch Review (With Menu). 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. Usually we're at muster drill during the swap and they remove the bar and leave the cards. CC Help Jenn 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. You made out. We usually trade the Gin & Cognac for Vodka and the Coke, Tonic, Sprite & Perrier's for Diet Coke. Each Platinum member receives a complimentary Internet package that can be used in the Internet Caf or on your own device. If they have the curry chicken salad when you visit, give it a try its my favorite! Do you detest formal clothing? Drinks must have a menu price of $12.00 or less to be eligible, but that includes most of what they have on offer. Priority specialty dining reservations: If youd like to make a reservation for specialty dining, youll have VIP priority. They also did not have Perrier available initially, but I was able to trade my sodas for it later in the cruise.
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