Its nice to cool off after a shower in your robe before you get dressed. Tip: Do you want something thats not listed on the breakfast hangtag? Additional stateroom benefits include canaps on formal nights and afternoon tea upon request. Diet Coke isn't in the fridge anymore. Most people who participate remain in their formal attire for the evening. Alcoholic drinks are rarely free on Princess cruises, but if youre looking to save on your alcohol budget, I have a couple of tips. ft. Sky Suite - 947 to 1012 sq. LauraS Then 6 cans of soda, 2 club soda or Perrier, 2 still water = 10 non alcoholic beverages. So I might do a beer/diet sprite setup on Majestic today. Complimentary wine: A half-bottle of red wine plus a half-bottle of white wine will be waiting in your stateroom on embarkation day. It lasted about two hours, and the servers didnt hover over us (or wait inside our stateroom as I had feared). Ladies, this is a great opportunity to re-wear those bridesmaids dresses you have hanging in the closet! Answer: Your mini-bar will consist of a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water. :eek: You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By No problem for us turn around day is horrendous for the crew. Upgraded bathrobes: Youll receive the same extra-plush bathrobes normally reserved for full suites. Us too! Just take their advice about the approved shops with a grain of salt. Just like many other aspects of Princess Cruises there are inconsistencies. It would be difficult for staff to deliver 400+ mini bars if they had to specifically select and sort by cabin. Welcome to Elite! This includes small liqueurs, beer, soft drinks and water bottles. Princess is owned by the Carnival Corporation, so Carnival shareholders are eligible for free extra onboard credit. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc., or its affiliates. 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). 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! Make friends with your bartenders. Definitely take a few minutes each evening to read the Princess Patter. Theres no wait for a table, and the upgraded menu options include tableside preparation. For those with inclusive fares something other should be supplied. The crew brings over food from the ship and cooks it on the island. We had two mini bars both times for elite and suite and both times we asked what they were willing to do for us before we put in our order for the swapout as it does seem to vary from ship to ship. I am a vodka girl, so it wasn't an issue to trade in my 3 gin and a cognac. On the alcohol swapouts, the price of the replacement item must be equal to or less than the item you are trading. Platinum is where it starts to get good! Whew. If youre on a Royal Class ship, you can even rent a cabana at the Retreat Pool for a little added luxury. margord, June 3, 2012 in Princess Cruises. For the last several summers, Princess has offered a Sip & Sail promotion where the first two passengers in a stateroom receive a complimentary Premier Beverage Package (for select sailings and stateroom categories). 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. In February on Regal got Scotch and Gin. 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 Shopping hosts are cruise line employees who are paid commission by specific stores on land that they have a relationship with. The mini-bar set up for Elites is actually somewhat useless to any who have bought the "liquor sticker" (AIBP). Unfortunately, I do not like wine. Theres no ventilation! Learning the ins and outs of any cruise line takes a lot of experience and research but you dont have to do that. If you dont use the deposit in two years, the money you paid is automatically refunded to your original form of payment. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app. Your $100 is held by Princess, and you can use it for your deposit for your next cruise. Direct to check in counter. I know Dos Equis is the default brand, but what others might be available for swapping? does it depend on your cabin category at all? The contents of the mini-bar are subject to change. Since we have a balcony, were each getting $100 in OBC. Also dont expect top-notch service if youre looking at these pieces. People in a suite get the same mini-bar set up as an Elite. We traded four gin for four Heineken on Majestic. Check out the latest web stories from Should Be Cruising! 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. Glad it might help someone else out. There are more swaps than as-is I would say, not that my survey was scientific and within 2.5% 19 times out of 20. Shop sells it but not bars. Let me know in the comments below! :D. No problem swapping the beer for two more 50ml mini bottles of your favorite spirits. On the Sky in December we didn't receive any Vodka. 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. 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. 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. 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. :rolleyes: The coffee cards can be used for Gelato if that interests you. And I was six months pregnant). complimentary mini bar set-up 11 deluxe canape selection on formal nights complimentary afternoon tea in stateroom priority disembarkation upgraded bathroom amenities complimentary laundry services and shoe polishing The information listed on this page is provided by our agency as a courtesy to our web site users. Along with unlimited soda, juice, specialty coffees and more, you can get up to 15 alcoholic drinks per day. ), Elite members can preview and book cruises before the general public, Priority tender embarkation: Elite members dont have to wait in line to get on a. You can join the free Captains Circle loyalty program at any time after completing your first cruise. This is not true! On a side note, our Elite bathroom amenities were just 2 Face scrubbers. You can opt out the buffet never has a formal dress code. 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. Our first (and to date only) cruise as Elite had supply issues and we didn't receive the proper mini bar. Once on board, you may contact Room Service to change your mini-bar selection. Not consistent, as they say on the description, contents are subject to change. I'm not certain if the shrink wrap occurs on shore before the supplies are loaded or if it is done on board. It is 1 for 1. 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. We never want Gelato so don't know about that. Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for wine? Theyll replace the items you dont care for with more of what youll actually drink. We have had both with and without a suite. CC Help Jenn 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. have you seen them on the carts before they were put into your cabin?? Were more used to saving money with clearance sales and coupons. I wish Princess would take advance requests for the mini-bar content so we don't all have to call Room Service on Day 1 for the swap requests. 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. Also, the specialty restaurants can be busier on formal nights, because they dont have a formal dress code. So I might do a beer/diet sprite setup on Majestic today. Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? Hasn't been for a long time. As I recall TracyABD usually does the suite life. Do Suite passengers who are also elite status receive two setups? Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? Missed the Sip & Sail and youre thinking about buying a beverage package? What a load off of my mind. Finger sandwiches, cookies, biscuits and cakes are served by white-gloved waiters. I have a related question. For years, Princess sold the New Grounds Coffee Card that allowed you 15 specialty coffee drinks, along with unlimited brewed coffee and tea. More details (and how to apply) are listed on Princess website. 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. You can exchange alcohol for EITHER alcohol or non-alcohol and non-alcohol ONLY for non-alcohol. I also request wine glasses & have a tip for the room service crewmember who makes the exchange. You get a traditional afternoon tea. Looking for more tips for new cruisers? The right column are all the possible items you could exchange your mini bar for. 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. Check out our New Cruisers section! You can however switch water and anything else for soda. 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. Most Princess ships have the International Caf in the Piazza, and its open round-the-clock! Grand Suite S1 Grand Suite Sleeps up to: 4 1 Staterooms Cabin: 613 sqft (58 m2) Balcony: 117 sqft (11 m2) Click for 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. On the Enchanted now. They hit Elite level after 16 cruise credits or 151 cruise days. 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. We ended up with one beer and two Sprites left over. The swap for 2 Coffee Cards is the best deal .Over $66 value [emoji3]. 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. Not into haggling? Non-alcoholic beverages may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other non-alcoholic varieties. This may be my number-one tip for cruising in general, but especially on Princess! Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? OBC is only good for purchases made on the ship. Looking for more cruise tips? 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 a side note, our Elite bathroom amenities were just 2 Face scrubbers. Just call the Dine Line on your stateroom phone. On the Regal , no sugar free or zero soda ..only regular coke and Sprite with all that sugar in it. We've come to like that brand best because of the mini-bar. 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. Why? 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. my fave cognac substitution was when Remy XO made a brief appearance. Started August 27, 2021, By Ive done the hard work for you! On our recent trip on the Enchanted, there was vodka, scotch, gin, and Canadian Club rye - no more cognacs apparently. Priority disembarkation you can let the Circle Host know what time youd like to disembark. We traded four gin for four Heineken on Majestic. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. CC Help Jenn It would be difficult for staff to deliver 400+ mini bars if they had to specifically select and sort by cabin. Princess isn't. Thinking mainly about the mini bar set up. Question: Can I exchange the non-alcoholic items in my Elite mini-bar for alcohol? On our cruise in December we didn't receive any vodka because they were out of the small ones. We traded all the sodas for Diet Coke and the beer for Perrier last month on the CB. This new program isnt entirely transferable like the paper cards were, but they do allow some flexibility. 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. Just call room service and theyll take care of the switch. I always tell them to dress as you would if you were a guest at a wedding. Can you get small bottles of Kahula[emoji3]. We have never received whiskey in mini bar setup and we have been on 30 cruises with Princess. If youre planning on booking a mini-suite, be sure to check out the Club Class mini-suites. Are you planning on taking a Princess cruise? On the Majestic in late January, we only got bottles of gin instead of the usual mix liquors. On the Majestic this week we got 4 gins and 4 scotches plus 2 beers and non- alcoholic drinks. They do come shrink wrapped. They have not in the past, but over time Coke is changing products. Buying jewelry? Formal Nights are (usually) never on the first or last night of a cruise. After the ship was resupplied we received the 10 cans of DC. It is stocked with 2 bottles of everything to start. Not sure I agree with you. Although Princess dress code in general is smart casual, your cruise will most likely have a formal night or two. i get it and totally understand. Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? Thank you. So I don't think it's just a matter of availability. Every cruise since we became Elite the beer has been Dos Equis in bottles. They just set up your table and deliver the meal its pretty much room service with elevated breakfast food. Ugh. 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. trbarton, September 1, 2017 in Princess Cruises. 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. If youve reached the coveted Elite Captains Circle level, youre not stuck with the selection of beverages they provide. How do you go about doing that? Your new level will be effective on your next sailing. 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. I did a CC survey a year or so ago and the majority swap out some or all of their mini-bar.