I like to take along a ziploc bag of powdered detergent and some fabric softener sheets it saves a little money and Im not stuck using whatever brand they have in the vending machine. Started August 27, 2021, By Sail Date: Nov 2022 Cabin: Mini-Suite with Balcony Embarkation with Medallion was a breeze. No matter what you request you will receive the standard setup. 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. I am not elite but thought that Elites and Suites got the same thing? One of the perks that Princess lists for suite passengers is plush bathrobes. We have that card, so I mentioned it to our travel agent. The mini bars come pre-shrink wrapped. EDIT: I see that "elliair" types faster than me while I'm watching CFB games. ), 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. However, it was also posted prominently on the front page of the Patter, and lots of people still missed the change! And I was six months pregnant). CC Help Jenn Unlike many other loyalty programs in the travel industry, you dont lose your loyalty level if you dont cruise for a while. 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. Answer: No. Enjoy a complimentary mini-bar set up and on formal nights, indulge in deluxe canaps created by our talented chefs on board. They will come up and collect your mini-bar, charge your account, credit your account, and place on your medallion one each coffee package. They don't do monetary exchanges. That sticker price is just the starting point. I did a CC survey a year or so ago and the majority swap out some or all of their mini-bar. 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. For some reason, many Princess cruisers think that the adults-only Lotus and Retreat Pools require a fee to enter. They do come shrink wrapped. Why? Powered by Invision Community, Sometimes a glitch or way of doing things is better still We booked a. The application is quick and easy, and youll both receive the on board credit. Traded 4 x 50ml = 200ml for 1 x 375ml. You have options! Buying jewelry? Two Elites in the same stateroom get the same mini-bar as one Elite and one non-Elite. Hope he was able to keep them. After the ship was resupplied we received the 10 cans of DC. 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. I will be sailing as 'Elite' for the first time, on the Emerald Princess out of Sydney in January 2017. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2362029. We left a note bequeathing them to our cabin steward. Ive spent a lot of time in the UK, and even lived there for a while, so Im very familiar with traditional pub food. On the Enchanted now. If you like something and its a bit more than youd want to pay, let the sales associate know. We are booked on a Grand Mediterrean cruise which is actually two BtoB cruises. The contents of the mini-bar are subject to change. 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. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? Miniature bottles of liquor (50 ml) may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other miniature bottles. We had Diet Coke on four out of four B2Bs on Ruby in Dec. The shore is a bit rocky, and the sand fleas can be annoying! Im also always looking for a good deal, and I despise paying full price for anything. Very helpful for us newbies for the mini bar. I can almost guarantee theyll whip out a calculator and give you a better offer. LauraS If you want to know where to find free WiFi in port, where to find a cheap but delicious meal at your next stop, or whats going on onboard that you absolutely cant miss, your bartender friends will know the answer. Works great. 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. There has DEFINITELY been an impact with supply issues. The mini-bar set up for Elites is actually somewhat useless to any who have bought the "liquor sticker" (AIBP). They have not in the past, but over time Coke is changing products. Just call room service and theyll take care of the switch. Started June 21, 2021, By So no bourbon at all in small bottles? On the part about subbing something else for Elites on Plus or Premier - that totally makes sense. The exact dates of formal nights are never announced before a cruise, but your embarkation day Patter should tell you when theyll be happening. This way, those who tend to book longer sailings arent penalized. Platinum Members, along with everyone in the same stateroom, can use the Platinum Disembarkation Lounge, with light refreshments and a less-crowded atmosphere. Looking forward to being Elite. 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. Recently, Princess transitioned to an onboard account based specialty coffee package, much like how their other beverage packages function. Still supply issues on my two cruises last year. Free travel insurance upgrade: when you purchase Princess Vacation Protection, youll be automatically upgraded to Princess Platinum Vacation Protection. I have the feeling with so many passengers get the plus package they figured we won't complain I was going to take the minis home and use as Christmas gifts to co-workers. The specialty coffees can be given to another passenger, but the brewed coffee and tea may only be consumed by the person who has the package on their account. Do you just tell your steward on the first 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. 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. 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? We make it work for us by trading all of our booze for Skyy vodka to take home to use for tailgates, etc. It is stocked with 2 bottles of everything to start. 1:1 (liquor for liquor) (non-alcohol for non-alcohol). They just set up your table and deliver the meal its pretty much room service with elevated breakfast food. Grand Princess cruise ship deck plan has 1301 staterooms for up to 3122 passengers served by 1150 crew. Minisuite: Diamond Princess' 184 mini-suites are primarily located on Deck 9, with a few on Deck 8. If you dont use the deposit in two years, the money you paid is automatically refunded to your original form of payment. By We bring our allotted bottles of wine on board and at times buy more wine. 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. LauraS I don't think they come shrink wrapped. Its always held on sea days, sometimes in the Wheelhouse Bar, but often in the Crown Grill, normally a fee-based specialty restaurant. Who knows if that will stay the same, I imagine it will change based on supplies. Our typical exchange is all alcohol for 5+5 in two different beers and then 10 Perrier for the other half. You can however switch water and anything else for soda. CC Help Jenn The. Tip: To keep your formal night outfits looking good, my article How to Prevent Wrinkled Clothes on a Cruise shares all my secrets! CC Help Jenn Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? Can someone please direct me to where I should look on the Princess website. Then, on Enchanted Princess, also in December, there were no small (what I call airline-size) bottles of alcohol, but there was a 375 ml bottle of Jack Daniels plus the usual assortment of sodas and two bottles of water. Theyll replace the items you dont care for with more of what youll actually drink. This is not true! We have had both with and without a suite. Checked large luggage with porter at curbside. Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? You have to own at least 100 shares, but youll get extra OBC for each Princess cruise that you take. You were lucky! But the discounts are significant. Check the Patter for times and locations of these events. On the Sky in December we didn't receive any Vodka. Call Room Service. It is realistically much easier for Princess to simply supply every Elite passenger with a "standard' setup and deal with changes as requested. Carrie Ann is the founder of Should Be Cruising and a lifelong travel fanatic. You used to be able to trade in the mini bar setup for a bottle of wine. We always use a travel agent when we book a cruise, especially because we often get extra discounts, reduced deposits, and on board credit. Here are eight things that you might not know about traveling on a cruise ship. Later in the day I exchange my mini bar for 20 diet cokes. Ive had success with writing extra requests on it, like non-dairy milk or a sandwich to save for later. Through security screening. tourismtessy, January 28, 2022 in Princess Cruises. Whew. I swap all my liquor bottles for Beefeater Gin so I end up with 6 bottles swapped plus the two I kept. Question: What if I have a specific request for how Id like my mini-bar stocked? Maybe people confuse them with the (also adults-only) Sanctuary, which is fee-based? thank you for sharing this spreadsheet - 1st time Elite w/mini-bar and we are not "drinkers" - nice to know what our options are before we leave! If youve reached the coveted Elite Captains Circle level, youre not stuck with the selection of beverages they provide. Whats in the sale? If we change the set up for the coffee cards can we give one away? Answer: No. LauraS If you plan on checking out a specialty restaurant (a cover charge applies) their dress code is always smart casual. Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for full bottles of liquor? You can request anything you want, as long as it is the standard setup. Nothing will be perfect or suit everyone. If youve been on a Princess cruise before, youve definitely noticed the Effy jewelry shop on board (or your other half has!) Last month the Cognac was Courvoisier. I do agree that if you want a coffee package or the bottle of wine you should be able to pre-select. If yes, is the passenger elite? Last month on the Royal, we switched the mini bar for 10 Coors Lights and 10 Diet Cokes. Elite Mini-Bar Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? Just ask your cabin steward when he comes to introduce himself on embarkation day. No problem. i get it and totally understand. On one, I received just beer and vodka for the alcoholic beverages. (Request this via room service at least six hours prior.). Compounding the problem is the fact that, even before the shutdown, supplies weren't fully implemented. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By 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. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. All Princess cruises of five days or more will have at least one formal night. Drinks must have a menu price of $12.00 or less to be eligible, but that includes most of what they have on offer. Once on board, you may contact Room Service to change your mini-bar selection. Once on board, you may contact Room Service to change your mini-bar selection. 5. When reaching Elite level, one of the benefits you'll receive is a mini bar set up. Priority disembarkation you can let the Circle Host know what time youd like to disembark. ), Complimentary afternoon tea may be served in your stateroom. We traded four gin for four Heineken on Majestic. Theres no ventilation! But this deal is too good to pass up. 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. Nearest thing to Crown was VO. Is this something new? 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: Alcoholic beverages may be exchanged for non-alcoholic beverages on a one-for-one basis, Full mini-bar may be exchanged for two (2) Coffee Cards, All water mini-bar setup will consist of eight (8) 1.5 liter bottles of water. Answer: Your mini-bar will consist of a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water. Be aware of this if you take a shore excursion the food might not be still available when you return. 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 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). Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for full bottles of liquor? Enjoy; it's a sweet perk! Can anyone tell me what all is included in the mini bar setup ? Unfortunately, I do not like wine. I generally fill this out before calling room service. On the Regal , no sugar free or zero soda ..only regular coke and Sprite with all that sugar in it. 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. You can call Room Service and they will switch out. But, NO, you can only exchange the entire minibar for TWO coffee packages. Its not that hard for the passenger to submit a request for change as compared to trying to get the crew (many of which may be new) to prepare special setups for a minority of passengers. So I might do a beer/diet sprite setup on Majestic today. Miniature bottles of liquor (50 ml) may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other miniature bottles. The suite will get you one more but that is the limit. Do you have other questions about food and drinks on a cruise? Between the savings and services our guests enjoy, it's no wonder why the Captain's Circle is one of the best cruise loyalty programs. Complimentary Mini-Bar Setup (including liquor, soft drinks, beer, and water) Complimentary In-Stateroom Afternoon Tea Deluxe Canape Selection on Formal Nights Upgraded Bathroom Amenities Elite Member Recognition Pin Final Thoughts The cruise line offers a handful of good perks once members reach platinum or elite status. All the non-alcohol bottles are swapped for tonic water. :D. No problem swapping the beer for two more 50ml mini bottles of your favorite spirits. 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. Food is complimentary, although there is a charge for coffee and tea. For they prep the standard and deliver it generally before you board. At the risk of sounding greedy, we are both Elite and have booked a suite. :). On Enchanted in December they were unable to provide the set up, so we were given a credit for it. It would certainly save them time and effort to let us pre-order that. Im Carrie Ann, the writer behind Should Be Cruising. Check the Patter for locations and times. Tip: Do you want something thats not listed on the breakfast hangtag? We call soon after boarding and have always received the exchange sometime in the evening. From your 17th cruise on, or after completing 151 cruise days, youre Elite level, forever! It lasted about two hours, and the servers didnt hover over us (or wait inside our stateroom as I had feared). Oops..thanks for the correction which I knew but neglected to post it. 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. :rolleyes: The coffee cards can be used for Gelato if that interests you. You get $200 credit towards Internet Cafe time on voyages of more than 21 days. For those with inclusive fares something other should be supplied. No problem for us turn around day is horrendous for the crew. Don't see them arrive shrink wrapped. You can exchange the non-alcohol for any non-alcohol. As stated, you can't swap non-alcohol for alcohol. I get it, especially if youre American like me. Enjoy! :(. We are still platinum, bot only 3 cruises to go until Elite. That's a good idea because Princess eliminated those details from their FAQs with a recent update. Answer: No. Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? This includes a complimentary mini-bar setup that consists of a "selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water" according to Princess. Started August 27, 2021, By 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. So, you can exchange the 10 alcohol for other alcohol or non-alcohol. Older pieces, things they only have a few of. Youll be at this level from your second through third cruises. sunsetme, November 3, 2022 in Princess Cruises. Answer: Your mini-bar will consist of a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water. Learning the ins and outs of any cruise line takes a lot of experience and research but you dont have to do that. I regularly swap mine for two more Beefeaters. :). Traded 4 x 50ml = 200ml for 1 x 375ml. If one is Elite and in a Suite, are there two mini-bar set-ups? CC Help Jenn We always get our mini bar set up changed. 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. Its nice to know you can get coffee cards. You get 10% discount at the onboard shops. Check the Princess website beginning in June (or ask your travel agent to remind you) to see if this promotion will return. Call room service, they will handle it for you. The last two times our Elite setup included bottles of beer instead of cans. Luxury balcony furniture including 2 loungers, 4 chairs, table and ottoman 2 floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors Separate sitting area with sofa bed, chair and 2 tables One complimentary mini-bar setup and free daily bottled water Spacious closet Complimentary laundry and professional cleaning services Started June 21, 2021, By Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for wine? Once onboard, call room service and ask to swap. 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. Can you get small bottles of Kahula[emoji3]. Disclaimer: I may receive a small commission when you make a purchase from a link on this site, at no added charge to you. Looking for more tips for new cruisers? 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Both ships held to the "as long as it is equal to or less than" (unwritten) rule. more tips for new cruisers? Although Princess dress code in general is smart casual, your cruise will most likely have a formal night or two. I always exchange my bar for my favorite G&T but do keep the beer. LauraS 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. On a side note, our Elite bathroom amenities were just 2 Face scrubbers. Luck of the draw I guess. 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. 20 items are included in the mini bar, they said we can get 20 items of what we would like. LauraS Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? If youve noticed that theres always a line for the dining room at 6:30 save time by making a reservation. I wish they would let us pre-order as it is a PITA for both Room Service and Guest. If youve read my article about food and drink on a cruise, youll know that you can choose between a traditional set dining time and Anytime Dining. OBC is only good for purchases made on the ship. 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. Sometimes Ive been able to get Heineken or Stella Artois but like other things my experience has variedmaybe its due to their supply. On Princess sailings with a formal night, the dress code is elevated in the Main Dining Rooms during the dinner service. Thank you everyone. my fave cognac substitution was when Remy XO made a brief appearance. 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. Thanks everyone, I appreciate your answers and will just do the trade in when we get there. Could be bottles could be cans. At least we can jump the process on a B2B by calling on last day of a segment. We waited over a week before calling room service to make the trade. Wondering what else your cabin steward can (and cant) do for you? Yes, coffee cards do not have a name on them. Whats your favorite Princess cruise tip? Ive even heard of people switching out their mini bar for wine or bottled water.
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