So I don't think it's just a matter of availability. Ultimate Balcony Dining on Princess Cruises, Nine Things You Need to Check Before Your Cruise, Eight Things That Will Surprise First Time Cruisers, 10 Rookie Cruise Mistakes to Avoid When Booking, Giada De Laurentiis Named Godmother of Oceania Cruises New Ship Vista, Norwegian Cruise Line Announces 2023 Meet the Winemaker Series, P&O Arvia Naming Ceremony Will Feature Olly Murs, Carnival Now Offering Guy Fieri and Sammy Hagars Santo Tequila Fleetwide, Princess Cruises Introduces Welcome Home Program, our scheduled stop at Princess Cays was being replaced by a stop at Ocho Rios, Jamaica, How to Get Onboard Credit for Owning Carnival Stock, How to Prevent Wrinkled Clothes on a Cruise, Princess Cruises Pub Lunch Review (With Menu). 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. We had mini bar with and without. Certain restrictions apply. Checked large luggage with porter at curbside. LauraS The Absolute Vodka I received was 375ml. The shore is a bit rocky, and the sand fleas can be annoying! People have said you can exchange the mini bar for two coffee cards. Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? Ive spent a lot of time in the UK, and even lived there for a while, so Im very familiar with traditional pub food. 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. Same on our April cruise on the Star Princess except what I noted in. Floor plan. 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. Ref from Princess:https://book.princess.com/captaincircle/contactUs.page#elite_mini-Bar. It would be difficult for staff to deliver 400+ mini bars if they had to specifically select and sort by cabin. Does the passenger have an inclusive fare? After the ship was resupplied we received the 10 cans of DC. Looking for more cruise tips? Its always held on sea days, sometimes in the Wheelhouse Bar, but often in the Crown Grill, normally a fee-based specialty restaurant. 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. Check the Patter for the drawing times you have to be present at the drawing to collect your prize. Started June 21, 2021, By Looking for more tips for new cruisers? If youd prefer specialty coffees over liquor, beer, and soda, you can swap the mini bar setup for a coffee package. You can make reservations for the main dining rooms, even if you have Anytime Dining. Whew. Answer: No. You can exchange like for like10 alcohol for other alcohol; 10 non-alcohol for other non-alcohol. Platinum is where it starts to get good! The Absolute Vodka I received was 375ml. 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. We used them to pay our entire deposit for our 11-day Scandinavia cruise this summer. Wondering what else your cabin steward can (and cant) do for you? The crew brings over food from the ship and cooks it on the island. 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. Hasn't been for a long time. 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. Platinum members plus anyone traveling with you in the same stateroom can go right to the Priority Check-In desk. Just like many other aspects of Princess Cruises there are inconsistencies. 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. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Is water included in your sticker? You can call Room Service and they will switch out. He was very happy and all :D :D: :D. Does anyone know what brands of beer we're allowed to swap the liquor mini bottles for? Call room service, they will handle it for you. Here are eight things that you might not know about traveling on a cruise ship. (Request this via room service at least six hours prior.). 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. On the Enchanted now. While you relax on your lounger, attendants will come around with fleece blankets, popcorn, or milk and cookies, for free! Thinking mainly about the mini bar set up. By At least we can jump the process on a B2B by calling on last day of a segment. You can join the free Captains Circle loyalty program at any time after completing your first cruise. Try on a few pieces you like, and check the price tags. More details (and how to apply) are listed on Princess website. 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. Hasn't been for a long time. This is a gift, a perk for their most loyal customers. I'm not trying to denigrate the wishes of the folks who would like a customized setup. Answer: No. On the Majestic this week we got 4 gins and 4 scotches plus 2 beers and non- alcoholic drinks. They use what they have. ;). Obviously, a cruise line isnt going to be able to replicate the feeling of a village pub on a cruise ship full of tourists. Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By :eek: You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By On a side note, our Elite bathroom amenities were just 2 Face scrubbers. 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?:). What does Gold Captains Circle status get you? LauraS Each ship may be different as to how they set them up. 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. If you like something and its a bit more than youd want to pay, let the sales associate know. It would also be easy to supply the wine. 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. Can someone please direct me to where I should look on the Princess website. Answer: Your mini-bar will consist of a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water. Thank you everyone. Perrier was available at virtually every bar onboard, but not through room service! Is the elite set up the same as the suite set up? VibeGuy 2.8k April 14, 2005 #2 Posted January 28, 2022 I always tell them to dress as you would if you were a guest at a wedding. Certain restrictions apply. Most people who participate remain in their formal attire for the evening. Why? You can also order room service. Answer: No. You made out. tourismtessy, January 28, 2022 in Princess Cruises. 5. Is Princess Plus worth it for higher level Captain's Circle members? I am a vodka girl, so it wasn't an issue to trade in my 3 gin and a cognac. Still supply issues on my two cruises last year. They just set up your table and deliver the meal its pretty much room service with elevated breakfast food. Answer: No. One to one,Donna. So what happens if you have one of the old cards, and it has no expiration date (some do and some dont)? If they have the curry chicken salad when you visit, give it a try its my favorite! Usually we're at muster drill during the swap and they remove the bar and leave the cards. I had the plus package so did not bother me too much. They don't do monetary exchanges. Through security screening. We ended up with one beer and two Sprites left over. If one is Elite and in a Suite, are there two mini-bar set-ups? Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for wine? Not sure theres much of a choice. Later in the day I exchange my mini bar for 20 diet cokes. It is standard no matter the cabin category. 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 plus drink dollar amount from say $12 to $15, something like that. ;p. You will get there in time. 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. Then, you have to call them up for the exchange (along with scores of others). Complimentary mini-bar setup (Suites) Cruise Director & all English speaking staff; Destination seminars and/or lectures; Entertainment - live music and/or shows, movies; Gratuities, bar service charges for Australia-based Princess ships; In-cabin dining at no charge; Internet access & Wi-Fi (public areas) Kids clubs & teen programs (3-17 yrs . 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. I just understand the difficulty of implementing the requested changes. One thing to be aware of though, is that not every suite has a balcony. Look at various travel agencies to see what OBC theyre offering for your particular cruise. Can anyone tell me what all is included in the mini bar setup ? No matter what you request you will receive the standard setup. Grand Suite S1 Grand Suite Sleeps up to: 4 1 Staterooms Cabin: 613 sqft (58 m2) Balcony: 117 sqft (11 m2) Click for 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). Maybe people confuse them with the (also adults-only) Sanctuary, which is fee-based? Liquor for Beers, others for Cokes. Read Eight Things That Will Surprise New Cruisers to find out. We have had both with and without a suite. In our case, we asked for beer onlyI got 12 cans of beer. It lasted about two hours, and the servers didnt hover over us (or wait inside our stateroom as I had feared). Started August 27, 2021, By These pools are free for all passengers 18 and over. 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. I always ask to swap out for coffee cards and have never tipped. The worst that can happen is they say no! CC Help Jenn The swap for 2 Coffee Cards is the best deal .Over $66 value [emoji3]. Not a big deal since I always change the liquor bottles for beers. Question: Can I exchange the non-alcoholic items in my Elite mini-bar for alcohol? Mr. SBC always wears a dark suit (I recommend a summerweight wool). CC Help Jenn Later in the day I exchange my mini bar for 20 diet cokes. phabric, October 8, 2016 in Princess Cruises. 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). You get a free mini bar setup (one time only). Liquor gets you soda, but only one to one. Powered by Invision Community. On the Sky in December we didn't receive any Vodka. Answer: You may exchange all of your mini-bar items for one bottle of wine valued at $40 or less. We call soon after boarding and have always received the exchange sometime in the evening. We call and get it changed to only the brandy, regular water, sprite, and Miller Lite. Powered by Invision Community. Can you ask if it could be traded in for something like a bottle of rum? The suite will get you one more but that is the limit. LauraS We always switch ours out for our preferred adult beverages and soft drinks. Megotoo, March 1, 2022 in Princess Cruises. From your 17th cruise on, or after completing 151 cruise days, youre Elite level, forever! 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. :rolleyes: The coffee cards can be used for Gelato if that interests you. You can reach the next level by hitting either a certain number of completed cruises, or by total number of cruise days sailed. Once a day, the housekeeping staff comes in and makes the bed, empties the trash, and gives you new towels. Im also always looking for a good deal, and I despise paying full price for anything. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. This is a rarity among cruise lines these days, and it's a nice mid-afternoon treat for a sea day, or if you decide to head back to the ship early from port. Started June 21, 2021, By Nothing will be perfect or suit everyone. On our recent trip on the Enchanted, there was vodka, scotch, gin, and Canadian Club rye - no more cognacs apparently. tourismtessy, January 28, 2022 in Princess Cruises. Grand Princess cruise ship deck plan has 1301 staterooms for up to 3122 passengers served by 1150 crew. I am a vodka girl, so it wasn't an issue to trade in my 3 gin and a cognac. 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. 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 Does that mean THREE mini-bar setups? Older pieces, things they only have a few of. Just call room service and theyll take care of the switch. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By Once on board, you may contact Room Service to change your mini-bar selection. Megagirl, March 12, 2016 in Princess Cruises. We had Diet Coke on four out of four B2Bs on Ruby in Dec. Yes, I change ours out every time. In addition to fantastic pastries and cookies, International Caf also serves breakfast parfaits, panini and salads. Never have a problem. We always use a travel agent when we book a cruise, especially because we often get extra discounts, reduced deposits, and on board credit. CC Help Jenn 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. :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? Non-alcoholic beverages may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other non-alcoholic varieties. 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 . - Two (2) 50ml bottles Gin - Beefeater - Two (2). Elite Mini-Bar Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? In the fridge were Cokes, Diet Cokes, San Pelegrno, beer, and water. Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for wine? :(. Then 6 cans of soda, 2 club soda or Perrier, 2 still water = 10 non alcoholic beverages. Us too! Nearest thing to Crown was VO. Check the Patter for times and locations of these events. 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. Could be bottles could be cans. Yes. Your new level will be effective on your next sailing. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By I get it, especially if youre American like me. While this would be ideal from the passenger standpoint I sincerely doubt it would ever actually work. Oops..thanks for the correction which I knew but neglected to post it. Wed much prefer this! I always exchange my bar for my favorite G&T but do keep the beer. This is a rarity among cruise lines these days, and its a nice mid-afternoon treat for a sea day, or if you decide to head back to the ship early from port. does it depend on your cabin category at all? Complimentary shoe polishing service, upon request. Answer: You may exchange all of your mini-bar items for one bottle of wine. The last two times our Elite setup included bottles of beer instead of cans. Shopping hosts are cruise line employees who are paid commission by specific stores on land that they have a relationship with. It is stocked with 2 bottles of everything to start. Does anyone have any information on this? Very surprised and glade no small bottles but 2 375m one rum one vodka. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc.
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