Princess offers a free British-style afternoon tea each day. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. On the Regal last month, I had just six mini bottles of liquor. We get all beers and then sparkling water to replace all the sodas (non-alcohol group). I regularly swap mine for two more Beefeaters. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. I'm not trying to denigrate the wishes of the folks who would like a customized setup. Dont be fooled the shopping hosts work on commission, and may not be pointing you to the best stores, just the ones that will make them money. Started August 27, 2021, By Question: What if I have a specific request for how Id like my mini-bar stocked? It lasted about two hours, and the servers didnt hover over us (or wait inside our stateroom as I had feared). If youre a seasoned Princess cruiser, youll know that the arrival of the Princess Patter in your stateroom mailbox each evening is a highly-anticipated event! Answer: You may exchange all of your mini-bar items for one bottle of wine. tourismtessy, January 28, 2022 in Princess Cruises. LauraS If your itinerary includes a stop at Princess Cays, Princess private resort on Eleuthera, Bahamas youll be glad to know that food is included. Nearest thing to Crown was VO. Hasn't been for a long time. - Two (2) 50ml bottles Whiskey - Canadian Club, - Two (2) Cans Beer - Dos Equis XX (Toohey's New will replace Dos Equis XX on Dawn Princess and Sun Princess), - Two (2) 50ml bottles Dewar's White Label Scotch. We have never had a problem swapping all of the other liquor bottles for Courvoisier - even though Courvoisier is more expensive than any of the other bottles. Theyll know if the comedian performing that night gets rave reviews or is a dud. The cards were transferable and could be used on multiple cruises. Of course we sampled each others dishes, and they were both amazing. 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. On a side note, our Elite bathroom amenities were just 2 Face scrubbers. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Do you just tell your steward on the first day? They are the same in type of drink. Apparently they were out of the Courvoisier. This may be my number-one tip for cruising in general, but especially on Princess! On our cruise in December we didn't receive any vodka because they were out of the small ones. Mr. SBC always wears a dark suit (I recommend a summerweight wool). On your 7th through 16th cruises, or after completing 51-150 cruise days, youre Platinum level. The last two times our Elite setup included bottles of beer instead of cans. 1:1 (liquor for liquor) (non-alcohol for non-alcohol). Very surprised and glade no small bottles but 2 375m one rum one vodka. IF all you want to do is swap out the entire mini bar set-up for coffee package(s). One thing to be aware of though, is that not every suite has a balcony. Question: Can I exchange the non-alcoholic items in my Elite mini-bar for alcohol? Princess is owned by the Carnival Corporation, so Carnival shareholders are eligible for free extra onboard credit. If we change the set up for the coffee cards can we give one away? What does Gold Captains Circle status get you? You may notice an announcement in the Patter about a shopping talk, hosted by the ships Shopping Host. What does Elite Captains Circle status get you? A common reason why this happens? Us too! There are 3 choices of beer brands; there are no options for liquor brands. Oddly, when we asked to swap out the sugar sodas for our usual request of Perrier waters, we were told that they can only offer San Pellegrino, which is much too salty for us. Thats a 100% return on our investment. We ended up with one beer and two Sprites left over. 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). Its nice to know you can get coffee cards. Many of the shops have drawings to win merchandise. You get complimentary laundry and dry cleaning services. There are 16 passenger decks, 8 with cabins. Our typical exchange is all alcohol for 5+5 in two different beers and then 10 Perrier for the other half. Answer: No. Shop sells it but not bars. Look at various travel agencies to see what OBC theyre offering for your particular cruise. Mini-Suite - 40 sq. There has DEFINITELY been an impact with supply issues. Is the elite set up the same as the suite set up? There arent any soda fountains on the beach, and the canned soft drinks arent covered in any beverage packages. Luck of the draw I guess. On the Sky in December we didn't receive any Vodka. If youre on a Royal Class ship, you can even rent a cabana at the Retreat Pool for a little added luxury. We had Diet Coke on four out of four B2Bs on Ruby in Dec. :eek: You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By On the Regal , no sugar free or zero soda ..only regular coke and Sprite with all that sugar in it. Thanks op for asking question. 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. Checked large luggage with porter at curbside. By With all the inclusive fares now it might be better to eliminate the mini bars for those who select the inclusive fares and provide maybe 2 specialty dining meals, a special lunch, upgrade the . Can someone please direct me to where I should look on the Princess website. Sometimes Ive been able to get Heineken or Stella Artois but like other things my experience has variedmaybe its due to their supply. Someone still has to assemble and someone has to deliver. If youre an Anglophile, a homesick Brit, or just in need of some comfort food, definitely try the Pub Lunch. 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. You get $200 credit towards Internet Cafe time on voyages of more than 21 days. The application is quick and easy, and youll both receive the on board credit. CC Help Jenn Princess began offering this level in 2016 on select ships, and its now rolled out to the entire fleet. I get it, especially if youre American like me. Never have a problem. Started August 27, 2021, By 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. Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for full bottles of liquor? As I gracefully age, I have to find more creative ways to keep myself organized. Whatever they might offer will be something in limited supply. 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. https://book.princess.com/captaincircle/contactUs.page#elite_mini-Bar. Certain restrictions apply. We traded four gin for four Heineken on Majestic. Answer: No. I swap all my liquor bottles for Beefeater Gin so I end up with 6 bottles swapped plus the two I kept. Not into haggling? I have been on some ships which have run out of specific miniatures and they offer a 375ml bottle of a spirit in exchange Not quite par but still gratefully received. The only like-kind alcohol we were able to trade them out for was vodka. We never want Gelato so don't know about that. Question: What if I have a specific request for how Id like my mini-bar stocked? 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. Read more: Ultimate Guide to Princess Cays. The only way you get TWO mini-bar set ups (and can exchange one for 2 coffee cards whilst keeping the other) is if you are in a full suite and at least one of you is Elite. You used to be able to trade in the mini bar setup for a bottle of wine. If youre not in a suite, you might think that you cant have a bathrobebut you can! Started June 21, 2021, By Check out the latest web stories from Should Be Cruising! We typically keep one set up and trade one for coffee cards. 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. Last month the Cognac was Courvoisier. 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. No wonder I can't find that info @ PCL:confused::mad: They replaced the useful FAQs with a few less detailed answers. Theres no wait for a table, and the upgraded menu options include tableside preparation. I am not elite but thought that Elites and Suites got the same thing? 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,. 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. How many bottles of each? Can you get small bottles of Kahula[emoji3]. Im saying this because the bartenders know everything. 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. In the fridge were Cokes, Diet Cokes, San Pelegrno, beer, and water. 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. 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. Another change to the program is that the amount of specialty coffees you can order is based on the length of your cruise. Question: What if I have a specific request for how Id like my mini-bar stocked? HomeBlogCruise Tips Cruise News Cruise DestinationsAboutContactResourcesFeatured PressPrivacy PolicyCookie PolicyDisclosure PolicyTerms of Use. I always exchange my bar for my favorite G&T but do keep the beer. 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. Must have really been a glitch if it was just one segment. This is a question many past passengers ask. 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. On Regal in January and got only gin. By Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? And I was six months pregnant). 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. It's what they can do with whatever (shrinking) budget they had set for these perks. 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. 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. Check out our New Cruisers section! Its no secret that Im a big fan of Princess. I've never had to worry about it. You made out. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. This is what it has been on our previous cruises: Alcoholic . Free mini-bar setup (first round free) Selection of free canapes delivered to your cabin on formal nights Complimentary in-cabin afternoon tea service (must be ordered 6 hours ahead) Upgraded bathroom amenities (usually reserved for suite passengers) 10% discount in onboard shops 10% off shore excursions Free wine tasting Elite recognition pin Just like many other aspects of Princess Cruises there are inconsistencies. Wed much prefer this! Occasionally another drink will be served, but its usually just bubbly. So I don't think it's just a matter of availability. Not only do they live on the ship, but they chat with passengers all day long! Theyll replace the items you dont care for with more of what youll actually drink. Check out our New Cruisers section! Take a peek at my tips page for even more insider cruise information. Members need six cruise credits or 51 cruise days to reach the Platinum level. Started June 21, 2021, By Compounding the problem is the fact that, even before the shutdown, supplies weren't fully implemented. Powered by Invision Community. There are 16 passenger decks, 9 with cabins. Looking forward to being Elite. Once on board, you may contact Room Service to change your mini-bar selection. ), Complimentary afternoon tea may be served in your stateroom. QuestionIs it a one to one switch or do you get more soda for the liquor? Not sure I agree with you. You can call room service and have them swap the standard grouping for drinks that you prefer! 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. Im Carrie Ann, the writer behind Should Be Cruising. 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). 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. After the ship was resupplied we received the 10 cans of DC. Can anyone tell me what all is included in the mini bar setup ? Elites in full suites get two set ups per voyage. Recent bridesmaids dresses, I should say. It would certainly save them time and effort to let us pre-order that. All Princess cruises of five days or more will have at least one formal night. ;). Then 6 cans of soda, 2 club soda or Perrier, 2 still water = 10 non alcoholic beverages. You can join the free Captains Circle loyalty program at any time after completing your first cruise. Youll be at this level from your second through third cruises. If you want a quieter, less crowded pool experience, definitely check out the adults-only Princess pools. Powered by Invision Community, Sometimes a glitch or way of doing things is better still We booked a. LauraS I did a CC survey a year or so ago and the majority swap out some or all of their mini-bar. 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. 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. Im also always looking for a good deal, and I despise paying full price for anything. Youve hit the big time! 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. We're thinking of doing a 4 night cruise on the new Majestic Princess in March. Its pretty basic beach food like burgers and hot dogs, side dishes, and cookies. Since we have a balcony, were each getting $100 in OBC. Were more used to saving money with clearance sales and coupons. If youre starving after a night of dancing or losing track of time in the casino, this is the place to go to refuel in the wee hours. Read How to Prevent Wrinkled Clothes on a Cruise. This new program isnt entirely transferable like the paper cards were, but they do allow some flexibility. (Request this via room service at least six hours prior.). Any really important announcements and changes will be on the front page, so read at least that to avoid missing important information for the next day. Most Princess ships have the International Caf in the Piazza, and its open round-the-clock! You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By I'm not sure if you can swap beer for liquor - I haven't tried it. The only things I used were the water and gave the wine to a neighbor cabin. Non-alcoholic beverages may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other non-alcoholic varieties. If yes, select from the following options. Posted on Last updated: November 19, 2021. From your 17th cruise on, or after completing 151 cruise days, youre Elite level, forever! Just take their advice about the approved shops with a grain of salt. 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.