She made a few phone calls, and we got an extra $200 in on board credit. Does anyone have any information on this? 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 I'd much rather have the mini bottles than whatever poop wine they are providing. Powered by Invision Community. Complimentary mini bar set up: youll receive a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water in your stateroom. It gives a detailed list of all the days activities, along with a weather report, scheduled arrival and departure times on port days, and notifications of any changes to the itinerary. After your first completed cruise, youre Gold level. If you want a quieter, less crowded pool experience, definitely check out the adults-only Princess pools. That sticker price is just the starting point. We had Diet Coke on four out of four B2Bs on Ruby in Dec. Princess Cruises Elites mini bar setup Elites mini bar setup By tourismtessy, January 28, 2022 in Princess Cruises 1 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 tourismtessy 364 January 21, 2008 Texas, USA #1 Posted January 28, 2022 Can anyone tell me what all is included in the mini bar setup ? Princess offers a free British-style afternoon tea each day. Not sure how onboard credit works? 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. For women, a dressy pants outfit can work, as can a less-formal dress (a dark color and some accessories can always make a casual dress look more dressy). 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. Missed the Sip & Sail and youre thinking about buying a beverage package? Recently, Princess transitioned to an onboard account based specialty coffee package, much like how their other beverage packages function. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. 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. Is water included in your sticker? Most Princess ships have the International Caf in the Piazza, and its open round-the-clock! 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. On the Sky in December we didn't receive any Vodka. It would certainly save them time and effort to let us pre-order that. 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. On a Panama Canal cruise, we were surprised by the Captains announcement that due to weather, our scheduled stop at Princess Cays was being replaced by a stop at Ocho Rios, Jamaica. (Voyages 7 days or less, 150 minutes; Voyages 8-20 days, 250 minutes; Voyages 21+ days, 500 minutes. I'm not trying to denigrate the wishes of the folks who would like a customized setup. We usually trade the Gin & Cognac for Vodka and the Coke, Tonic, Sprite & Perrier's for Diet Coke. Call Room Service. 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. Powered by Invision Community. The Absolute Vodka I received was 375ml. Works great. Ive done the hard work for you! So, you can exchange the 10 alcohol for other alcohol or non-alcohol. Unlike bars on land, cruise ship bars dont kick patrons out you can sit in a lounge all night if you want, even if the bar isnt serving drinks. 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, 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. You can call room service and have them swap the standard grouping for drinks that you prefer! If on a b2b and wanting the 2 coffee cards for the complete minibar, I call room service near the end of the 1st cruise & they gladly bring me the cards without having to exchange a minibar setup. Thank you everyone. Yes, I change ours out every time. Are they now doing the swap? Thinking mainly about the mini bar set up. 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. What does Elite Captains Circle status get you? Drinks must have a menu price of $12.00 or less to be eligible, but that includes most of what they have on offer. Thanks op for asking question. I always exchange my bar for my favorite G&T but do keep the beer. Very surprised and glade no small bottles but 2 375m one rum one vodka. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? Once a day, the housekeeping staff comes in and makes the bed, empties the trash, and gives you new towels. You get 10% discount at the onboard shops. Alcoholic drinks are rarely free on Princess cruises, but if youre looking to save on your alcohol budget, I have a couple of tips. Traded 4 x 50ml = 200ml for 1 x 375ml. 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! Ties are also not a requirement. I was in a suite on Emerald last week. If you really hate the idea of wearing a jacket, Ive never seen anyone turned away from the dining room for not having one. Most people who participate remain in their formal attire for the evening. Definitely take a few minutes each evening to read the Princess Patter. If youd prefer specialty coffees over liquor, beer, and soda, you can swap the mini bar setup for a coffee package. Although its half the price, my advice is to skip this one. margord, June 3, 2012 in Princess Cruises. You can always give away your bar set up or coffee cards in lieu of the set up. If you didnt get the Sip & Sail deal and youre looking to maximize your free alcohol on Princess, I hope you like Champagne! 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. We prefer that over sodas and alcohol. Perrier was available at virtually every bar onboard, but not through room service! On our Panama Canal cruise, we had a mini-suite, but Club Class was sadly sold out when we booked. Enjoy; it's a sweet perk! You were lucky! Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. 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. 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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. They don't detract from the cruise experience but it sometimes makes it harder to plan. Answer: Your mini-bar will consist of a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water. Once on board, you may contact Room Service to change your mini-bar selection. Dont try to haggle unless youre braver than I am from what Ive seen, these are pretty rock-bottom prices. Once onboard, call room service and ask to swap. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By On the part about subbing something else for Elites on Plus or Premier - that totally makes sense. 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. This is what it has been on our previous cruises: Alcoholic . 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?:). CC Help Jenn They just set up your table and deliver the meal its pretty much room service with elevated breakfast food. Here are eight things that you might not know about traveling on a cruise ship. Finger sandwiches, cookies, biscuits and cakes are served by white-gloved waiters. No problem for us turn around day is horrendous for the crew. All Princess cruises of five days or more will have at least one formal night. CC Help Jenn You might also like What Beverages Can I Bring On My Cruise? Then, you have to call them up for the exchange (along with scores of others). Never have a problem. Push back again, and the manager will be called over, with yet again a better offer. It would be difficult for staff to deliver 400+ mini bars if they had to specifically select and sort by cabin. I keep the two bottles of beer (Dos Equis) and two bottles of water for use off the ship (water not beer). Started August 27, 2021, By 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). Looking for more cruise tips? On a side note, our Elite bathroom amenities were just 2 Face scrubbers. This includes small liqueurs, beer, soft drinks and water bottles. If you like something and its a bit more than youd want to pay, let the sales associate know. On Enchanted in December they were unable to provide the set up, so we were given a credit for it. Make friends with your bartenders. Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? Lots of people dont show up, and they will continue to pull names until they pick someone whos there. Does that mean THREE mini-bar setups? Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for wine? 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. Not consistent, as they say on the description, contents are subject to change. The. Apparently they were out of the Courvoisier. They'll be there within minutes of calling. What does Ruby Captains Circle status get you? Never say never. Theres no ventilation! Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? Assuming they have the inventory it is 8 x 50ml spirts, 2 beers = 10 alcoholic beverages. They are the same in type of drink. 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. I just understand the difficulty of implementing the requested changes. I learned something new. 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. Glad it might help someone else out. I was going to swap all out for that. I visit an Oxo minimart in Cabo or Mazatlan and get a 2L Coke Zero (sin azucar). Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for wine? Maybe people confuse them with the (also adults-only) Sanctuary, which is fee-based? 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. ), Complimentary afternoon tea may be served in your stateroom. phabric, October 8, 2016 in Princess Cruises. Im hoping they continue to allow the exchange for coffee cards. 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: You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By (This can be ordered by completing the card in your stateroom and hanging it on your door the night prior. One of the perks that Princess lists for suite passengers is plush bathrobes. Can anyone tell me what all is included in the mini bar setup ? I used to get half Dos Equis & half Becks however room service said Beck's is no longer an option. Onboard credit can be stacked on Princess, so dont worry if youve already received some from a Princess promotion or from your travel agent you can get even more if youre eligible. Just call the Dine Line on your stateroom phone. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. By Read What New Cruisers Dont Know About Cruise Food & Drinks. I do agree that if you want a coffee package or the bottle of wine you should be able to pre-select. I wish they would let us pre-order as it is a PITA for both Room Service and Guest. It doesnt have to be expensive; just something that I love. They usually come pretty quickly. Are you planning on taking a Princess cruise? Diet Coke isn't in the fridge anymore. Liquor gets you soda, but only one to one. 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. We exchange it for 10 beers & 10 Diet Cokes or sometimes for 2 coffee cards. 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. But this deal is too good to pass up. They will come up and collect your mini-bar, charge your account, credit your account, and place on your medallion one each coffee package. 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. We are booked on a Grand Mediterrean cruise which is actually two BtoB cruises. More details (and how to apply) are listed on Princess website. The mini bars come pre-shrink wrapped. 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 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 . Question: Can I exchange the non-alcoholic items in my Elite mini-bar for alcohol? If you trade the mini bottles for soda, you just get 8 sodas. For they prep the standard and deliver it generally before you board. Complimentary mini-bar - A one-time only mini-bar will be placed into each suite prior to embarkation. Unfortunately, I do not like wine. Ive had very good luck negotiating the price down in the Effy shops on Princess. That has been the case on our last two cruises which were on the Coral and Royal. Look at various travel agencies to see what OBC theyre offering for your particular cruise. Us too! 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. Tap water, iced tea and lemonade are available at no charge. 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. 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! As I recall TracyABD usually does the suite life. If youre a regular reader, youll know that my vacation tradition is to choose a piece of jewelry on most of my trips. Although Princess dress code in general is smart casual, your cruise will most likely have a formal night or two. Question: What if I have a specific request for how Id like my mini-bar stocked? We traded four gin for four Heineken on Majestic. If youve noticed that theres always a line for the dining room at 6:30 save time by making a reservation. We call soon after boarding and have always received the exchange sometime in the evening. On the alcohol swapouts, the price of the replacement item must be equal to or less than the item you are trading. Upgraded bathrobes: Youll receive the same extra-plush bathrobes normally reserved for full suites. Started August 27, 2021, By Hope he was able to keep them. 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. Ref from Princess:https://book.princess.com/captaincircle/contactUs.page#elite_mini-Bar. There are 16 passenger decks, 9 with cabins. Princess Mini-Bar Setup info The selections of items in the mini-bar can vary. By It lasted about two hours, and the servers didnt hover over us (or wait inside our stateroom as I had feared). Non-alcoholic beverages may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other non-alcoholic varieties. 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. Miniature bottles of liquor (50 ml) may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other miniature bottles. 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. Must have really been a glitch if it was just one segment. Usually we're at muster drill during the swap and they remove the bar and leave the cards. 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. Check the Patter for the drawing times you have to be present at the drawing to collect your prize. i get it and totally understand. Actually it would be 4 coffee cards if you swap out both setups. On a side note, our Elite bathroom amenities were just 2 Face scrubbers. Members need six cruise credits or 51 cruise days to reach the Platinum level. We both feel comfortable in these kinds of outfits were never the most dressed up passengers, and never the most casual. You can exchange like for like10 alcohol for other alcohol; 10 non-alcohol for other non-alcohol. I think there had been supply chain issues and they had a limited number of setups to provide. Free laundry and professional cleaning services: just let your steward know! 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. Answer: No. You can however switch water and anything else for soda. Powered by Invision Community, Sometimes a glitch or way of doing things is better still We booked a. Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for full bottles of liquor? On the Regal last month, I had just six mini bottles of liquor. Non-alcoholic beverages may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other non-alcoholic varieties. We exchange everything for ginger ale. On Princess sailings with a formal night, the dress code is elevated in the Main Dining Rooms during the dinner service. 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. Powered by Invision Community. Our first (and to date only) cruise as Elite had supply issues and we didn't receive the proper mini bar. I get it, especially if youre American like me. After the ship was resupplied we received the 10 cans of DC. 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! Older pieces, things they only have a few of. They don't do monetary exchanges. I always tell them, "no hurry." This way, those who tend to book longer sailings arent penalized. Still supply issues on my two cruises last year. If youre a night owl or a super-early riser, you may be wondering where to get food (or a coffee) outside of normal dining times.
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