The Captain's Circle questions webpage explains the minibar & our options. 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. The cookout is only available during specific hours. Compounding the problem is the fact that, even before the shutdown, supplies weren't fully implemented. Can someone please direct me to where I should look on the Princess website. Powered by Invision Community. Is this something new? At the risk of sounding greedy, we are both Elite and have booked a suite. Have you been on a Princess cruise? Powered by Invision Community. Started June 21, 2021, By You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By It is a thank you to you for being so loyal and doesn't require a tip. This is what it has been on our previous cruises: Alcoholic . Hubby does not like Dos Equis and the America beers on the room service list are higher priced that Dos Equis, but they have been willing to swap based on cost of the items as I've mentioned in this thread. Direct to check in counter. Was able to trade bottles of beer for equal amounts of little liquor bottles this week on Majestic. I learned something new. After your first completed cruise, youre Gold level. Once on board, you may contact Room Service to change your mini-bar selection. When booking our upcoming cruise, I noticed that another travel agency was advertising OBC offered through a credit card issuer. Elites in full suites get two set ups per voyage. Just call the Dine Line on your stateroom phone. Its loaded onto your account when you embark, and you can use it at the shops, specialty restaurants, and bars on board. On the part about subbing something else for Elites on Plus or Premier - that totally makes sense. Our first (and to date only) cruise as Elite had supply issues and we didn't receive the proper mini bar. You may notice an announcement in the Patter about a shopping talk, hosted by the ships Shopping Host. Each ship may be different as to how they set them up. I am a vodka girl, so it wasn't an issue to trade in my 3 gin and a cognac. 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. For example, Mr. SBC and I both bought Future Cruise Deposits on our last Princess cruise. There has DEFINITELY been an impact with supply issues. Also another note is no Crown Royal in bars still. Check the Patter for locations and times. Started August 27, 2021, By They'll be there within minutes of calling. I always ask to swap out for coffee cards and have never tipped. CC is a wonderful venue for sharing. The mini bars come pre-shrink wrapped. What will I find in the "Complimentary Mini Bar Set Up" ? The. VAWCB 52 October 7, 2009 Virginia Question: Can I exchange the non-alcoholic items in my Elite mini-bar for alcohol? There should be a card in your cabin that lists pricing. But what if you want to book reservations based on when the formal nights will be? Not sure how onboard credit works? The crew brings over food from the ship and cooks it on the island. Started June 21, 2021, By Started June 21, 2021, By Beverage Package doesnt work only Princess cruise passengers beverage packages are accepted here.). We had Diet Coke on four out of four B2Bs on Ruby in Dec. Us too! 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 also request wine glasses & have a tip for the room service crewmember who makes the exchange. I had the same wine choice as well. 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. I tell what and how to get the Elite Loyalty Level Perks on every Princess Cruise Ship. Once onboard, call room service and ask to swap. Not sure I agree with you. Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? A quick search of the board will find MANY threads on the topic. - Two (2) 50ml bottles Gin - Beefeater - Two (2). You can exchange like for like10 alcohol for other alcohol; 10 non-alcohol for other non-alcohol. Tip: Do you want something thats not listed on the breakfast hangtag? On the Majestic this week we got 4 gins and 4 scotches plus 2 beers and non- alcoholic drinks. Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for full bottles of liquor? Answer: Your mini-bar will consist of a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water. Does anyone have any information on this? Check the Patter for locations and times. CC Help Jenn Just remember that if youll reach the next level due to days sailed, you wont change levels in the middle of the cruise. Understandably, not everyone heard the announcement. CC Help Jenn :cool: I gave our steward four Courvoisier on the last night of the cruise and yes they can keep them. 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,. It doesnt have to be expensive; just something that I love. Then 6 cans of soda, 2 club soda or Perrier, 2 still water = 10 non alcoholic beverages. If youve reached the coveted Elite Captains Circle level, youre not stuck with the selection of beverages they provide. 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. Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? 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). http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2410794&highlight=mini+bar+contents. Powered by Invision Community. I wish they would let us pre-order as it is a PITA for both Room Service and Guest. I am a vodka girl, so it wasn't an issue to trade in my 3 gin and a cognac. If one is Elite and in a Suite, are there two mini-bar set-ups? Question: What if I have a specific request for how Id like my mini-bar stocked? Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. It's easy to swap; just call Room Service when you board and specify what you want swapped. If youre even considering another cruise in the next two years, its crazy not to get a future cruise deposit while youre on board. No matter what kind of stateroom youre in, the bathroom will be stocked with the upgraded amenities normally reserved only for Suite guests. No problem. Can anyone tell me what all is included in the mini bar setup ? If you didnt get the Sip & Sail deal and youre looking to maximize your free alcohol on Princess, I hope you like Champagne! You have options! Answer: Your mini-bar will consist of a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water. I was going to swap all out for that. :). Its nice to know you can get coffee cards. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. 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. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. If you trade the mini bottles for soda, you just get 8 sodas. However, we like to drink Courvoisier. Obviously, a cruise line isnt going to be able to replicate the feeling of a village pub on a cruise ship full of tourists. If you go, make sure to sit near the front, because they often throw prizes during the talk, and Ive never seen them reach the back rows! You used to be able to trade in the mini bar setup for a bottle of wine. Priority disembarkation you can let the Circle Host know what time youd like to disembark. Answer: You may exchange all of your mini-bar items for one bottle of wine valued at $40 or less. On the Regal , no sugar free or zero soda ..only regular coke and Sprite with all that sugar in it. Does anyone have any information on this? She made a few phone calls, and we got an extra $200 in on board credit. Glad it might help someone else out. I thought that Princess discontinued the mini bar swap for coffee cards a couple years ago. The biggest change with this program is that if you dont use all of your specialty coffees during your cruise, you forfeit the rest. Although its half the price, my advice is to skip this one. I had the steak-and-kidney pie, and Mr. SBC had the bangers and mash. Can someone please direct me to where I should look on the Princess website. 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. my fave cognac substitution was when Remy XO made a brief appearance. 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. Just like many other aspects of Princess Cruises there are inconsistencies. :D. No problem swapping the beer for two more 50ml mini bottles of your favorite spirits. 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. LauraS Whew. If youre a regular reader, youll know that my vacation tradition is to choose a piece of jewelry on most of my trips. Cocktail dresses and longer gowns are always a good choice. On the Regal last month, I had just six mini bottles of liquor. Certain restrictions apply. If you want a quieter, less crowded pool experience, definitely check out the adults-only Princess pools. Recently, Princess transitioned to an onboard account based specialty coffee package, much like how their other beverage packages function. Started August 27, 2021, By For detailed instructions, check out my post How to Get Onboard Credit for Owning Carnival Stock. Works great. We got the same as Largin on the Ocean in April. Don't waste your timethey do not pay attention to it anyways, and will deliver you the standard selection. Through security screening. Near the end of each Princess cruise, the Effy shop will have a Final Call sale, with clearance prices on certain pieces. 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. I visit an Oxo minimart in Cabo or Mazatlan and get a 2L Coke Zero (sin azucar). Unfortunately, I do not like wine. Hasn't been for a long time. :rolleyes: The coffee cards can be used for Gelato if that interests you. This way, those who tend to book longer sailings arent penalized. You can join the free Captains Circle loyalty program at any time after completing your first cruise. ft. Suite - 70 to 210 sq. We have always had bottles of beer in the set up. 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, https://book.princess.com/captaincircle/contactUs.page#elite_mini-Bar. 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 some reason, many Princess cruisers think that the adults-only Lotus and Retreat Pools require a fee to enter. Youve probably seen news articles (or YouTube videos) about passengers who get left behind in port. If not could having water bottles be useful when in port or on an excursion. Sometimes Ive been able to get Heineken or Stella Artois but like other things my experience has variedmaybe its due to their supply. For anything else it requires submitting a question which the time I did it never received an answer. As I recall TracyABD usually does the suite life. Do you have other questions about food and drinks on a cruise? Complimentary shoe polishing service, upon request. Princess offers a free British-style afternoon tea each day. HomeBlogCruise Tips Cruise News Cruise DestinationsAboutContactResourcesFeatured PressPrivacy PolicyCookie PolicyDisclosure PolicyTerms of Use. Just take their advice about the approved shops with a grain of salt. CC Help Jenn 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. If you plan on checking out a specialty restaurant (a cover charge applies) their dress code is always smart casual. LauraS Just call room service and theyll take care of the switch. phabric, October 8, 2016 in Princess Cruises. 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. Will we receive one set up at the begining of cruise only or will we receive a second set up at end of first cruise, for the second cruise? Looking for more cruise tips? In the fridge were Cokes, Diet Cokes, San Pelegrno, beer, and water. Additional stateroom benefits include canaps on formal nights and afternoon tea upon request. 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. Ive had very good luck negotiating the price down in the Effy shops on Princess. ), 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. Liquor gets you water, but water doesn't get you beer. You can also use it to purchase shore excursions, spa treatments, and photos on the ship. Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? On the Enchanted now. 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. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc., or its affiliates. We always use a travel agent when we book a cruise, especially because we often get extra discounts, reduced deposits, and on board credit. The contents of the mini-bar are subject to change. If they have the curry chicken salad when you visit, give it a try its my favorite! CC Help Jenn Your $100 is held by Princess, and you can use it for your deposit for your next cruise. They just set up your table and deliver the meal its pretty much room service with elevated breakfast food. Ties are also not a requirement. 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). 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. Every cruise since we became Elite the beer has been Dos Equis in bottles. I was just on the discovery princess and got a bottle of wine for the liquor part a note said they did not have any mini bottles of liquor and two bottles of beer along with Perrier reg water and 2 cans of diet coke 2 cans of sprite 2 cans of tonic. (Request this via room service at least six hours prior.). Prizes that Ive seen include a piece of art, a spa voucher, and even a piece of diamond jewelry! IF all you want to do is swap out the entire mini bar set-up for coffee package(s). Disclaimer: I may receive a small commission when you make a purchase from a link on this site, at no added charge to you. If you like something and its a bit more than youd want to pay, let the sales associate know. Non-alcoholic beverages may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other non-alcoholic varieties. We have never received whiskey in mini bar setup and we have been on 30 cruises with Princess. On the other, they gave me 1-liter bottles of tonic water and club soda instead of two cans each of tonic water and sparkling water. 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? ;). Unless Princess changes its loyalty program, you can keep this level regardless of how often you cruise. I have plenty! 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. Check out my Travel Resources page to see what companies I trust when booking our travel. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2362029. Megotoo, March 1, 2022 in Princess Cruises. Sent from my iPhone using Forums So, you can exchange the 10 alcohol for other alcohol or non-alcohol. Posted on Last updated: November 19, 2021. So I don't think it's just a matter of availability. The left column is what is included in your 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. Make sure you order your coffee package online at least four days prior to your cruise it wont be available after that. As we are Elite with Princess we will still get "the perks" on the short cruise? Its no secret that Im a big fan of Princess. Miniature bottles of liquor (50 ml) may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other miniature bottles. Push back again, and the manager will be called over, with yet again a better offer. No matter what you request you will receive the standard setup. 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 Theyll replace the items you dont care for with more of what youll actually drink. Golden Princess cruise ship deck plan has 1316 staterooms for up to 3158 passengers served by 1100 crew. That sticker price is just the starting point. If you havent yet made your first booking for a Princess cruise, reach out to a friend who has previously sailed. 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. 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! Later in the day I exchange my mini bar for 20 diet cokes. Not only do they live on the ship, but they chat with passengers all day long! Question: What if I have a specific request for how Id like my mini-bar stocked? ), Complimentary afternoon tea may be served in your stateroom. - 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. Read more: Ultimate Guide to Princess Cays. Finger sandwiches, cookies, biscuits and cakes are served by white-gloved waiters. The contents of the mini-bar are subject to change. Tip: To keep your formal night outfits looking good, my article How to Prevent Wrinkled Clothes on a Cruise shares all my secrets! tourismtessy, January 28, 2022 in Princess Cruises. QuestionIs it a one to one switch or do you get more soda for the liquor? Not a big deal since I always change the liquor bottles for beers.
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