For the guys on Princess formal nights, anything from a dress shirt and chinos with a blazer, to a suit or a tux is fine. It's easy to swap; just call Room Service when you board and specify what you want swapped. On the Majestic this week we got 4 gins and 4 scotches plus 2 beers and non- alcoholic drinks. If youre on a Royal Class ship, you can even rent a cabana at the Retreat Pool for a little added luxury. I usually dont like going to faux British pubs, for the same reason I dont go to American-style restaurants overseas. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Was able to trade bottles of beer for equal amounts of little liquor bottles this week on Majestic. Check the Princess website beginning in June (or ask your travel agent to remind you) to see if this promotion will return. If youve noticed that theres always a line for the dining room at 6:30 save time by making a reservation. We usually trade the Gin & Cognac for Vodka and the Coke, Tonic, Sprite & Perrier's for Diet Coke. ;). They are the same in type of drink. Finger sandwiches, cookies, biscuits and cakes are served by white-gloved waiters. Whats in the sale? CC Help Jenn We make it work for us by trading all of our booze for Skyy vodka to take home to use for tailgates, etc. I don't drink beer so I give it to the cabin steward they all like free beer :D :D. Our last cruise was our first as Elites. Call Room Service. I also request wine glasses & have a tip for the room service crewmember who makes the exchange. We never want Gelato so don't know about that. Plus, hell deliver them on hangers, which there are never enough of in cruise staterooms (you can also ask for extra hangers while youre at it). 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. CC Help Jenn As stated, you can't swap non-alcohol for alcohol. 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. But what about if you know that youll need to have dinner at a certain hour like if you want to be sure that you get a seat for a show and you want to eat first? The contents of the mini-bar are subject to change. Were more used to saving money with clearance sales and coupons. Is there a vary of different type of bottles of liquor, beer, soda they put in the refrig? This costs $100 per person and entitles you to OBC on your next cruise, up to $300. Read Eight Things That Will Surprise New Cruisers to find out. Our first (and to date only) cruise as Elite had supply issues and we didn't receive the proper mini bar. Call room service, they will handle it for you. Read Is a Cruise Beverage Package a Good Value? Powered by Invision Community. Are they now doing the swap? 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 Whiskey, two (2) 12 ounce cans of beer, two. ft. Sky Suite - 947 to 1012 sq. Luck of the draw I guess. Our typical exchange is all alcohol for 5+5 in two different beers and then 10 Perrier for the other half. The Absolute Vodka I received was 375ml. Megagirl, March 12, 2016 in Princess Cruises. If you didnt get the Sip & Sail deal and youre looking to maximize your free alcohol on Princess, I hope you like Champagne! I didnt try the free Pub Lunch until my second Princess cruise, when my fave bartender talked us into it. Just call room service and they'll take care of it. tourismtessy, January 28, 2022 in Princess Cruises. Make friends with your bartenders. Things to Do in Hilton Head SC (Other Than Golf), The Historic (and Haunted) Francis Marion Hotel, Charleston. Not sure I agree with you. This includes small liqueurs, beer, soft drinks and water bottles. CC Help Jenn if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,600],'shouldbecruising_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_2',199,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-shouldbecruising_com-medrectangle-4-0');Reading the Princess Patter thoroughly is important to keep you in the know things can change on a cruise! CC Help Jenn (I cant do this the last time I was a bridesmaid was in the 90s. 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. Whats your favorite Princess cruise tip? 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. They're approximately 354 square feet, including the balcony, which is deeper than those on. If you dont use the deposit in two years, the money you paid is automatically refunded to your original form of payment. Dont want to waste precious vacation time in the laundry room on your cruise? It is realistically much easier for Princess to simply supply every Elite passenger with a "standard' setup and deal with changes as requested. Mini-Suite - 40 sq. But if youre new to Princess or new to cruising in general, you may be wondering what is the Princess Patter, and why is it important? They hit Elite level after 16 cruise credits or 151 cruise days. Just call room service and theyll take care of the switch. Does anyone have any information on this? Understandably, not everyone heard the announcement. Usually we're at muster drill during the swap and they remove the bar and leave the cards. No one has mentionedyou can also switch the whole thing for 2 coffee cards. Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for full bottles of liquor? Question: What if I don't want any alcohol in my Elite mini-bar? On our cruise in December we didn't receive any vodka because they were out of the small ones. Thanks. We get all beers and then sparkling water to replace all the sodas (non-alcohol group). Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? in Valencia (Valencian Community) Contents: Municipality The population development of L'Alcdia as well as related information and services (weather, Wikipedia, Google, images). more tips for new cruisers? :eek: Don't understand this comment unless you are in a suite in which case you are misleading the OP. Im not very lucky with winning anything in general, but Ive won a pair of earrings and a necklace onboard (neither was of the diamond variety). The departure time was changed, and the cruisers missed the announcement in the newsletter. There are 3 choices of beer brands; there are no options for liquor brands. Diet Coke isn't in the fridge anymore. CC is a wonderful venue for sharing. Can you ask if it could be traded in for something like a bottle of rum? If youve reached the coveted Elite Captains Circle level, youre not stuck with the selection of beverages they provide. Welcome to Elite! Started August 27, 2021, By If you plan on checking out a specialty restaurant (a cover charge applies) their dress code is always smart casual. Who knows if that will stay the same, I imagine it will change based on supplies. As I gracefully age, I have to find more creative ways to keep myself organized. 20 items are included in the mini bar, they said we can get 20 items of what we would like. Later in the day I exchange my mini bar for 20 diet cokes. LauraS 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. While you relax on your lounger, attendants will come around with fleece blankets, popcorn, or milk and cookies, for free! Ive done the hard work for you! If youd prefer specialty coffees over liquor, beer, and soda, you can swap the mini bar setup for a coffee package. Enjoy! http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2410794&highlight=mini+bar+contents. By 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. I used to get half Dos Equis & half Becks however room service said Beck's is no longer an option. 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. 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?:). And they seem to be getting creative assembling a 10+10 on at least some ships. Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? For years, Princess sold the New Grounds Coffee Card that allowed you 15 specialty coffee drinks, along with unlimited brewed coffee and tea. Powered by Invision Community. If youve been on a Princess cruise before, youve definitely noticed the Effy jewelry shop on board (or your other half has!) No problem. I've never had to worry about it. Miniature bottles of liquor (50 ml) may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other miniature bottles. On the Regal , no sugar free or zero soda ..only regular coke and Sprite with all that sugar in it. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. However, we like to drink Courvoisier. On one, I received just beer and vodka for the alcoholic beverages. This is a gift, a perk for their most loyal customers. 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. Just remember that if youll reach the next level due to days sailed, you wont change levels in the middle of the cruise. Do you just tell your steward on the first day? They usually come pretty quickly. Imagine the "super special wowie zowie elite" people (you know every cruise has them) exploding and "having a cow" (my apologies if this doesn't work for non US folks) because their mini bar wasn't prepared to their specifications. Let me know in the comments below! Hasn't been for a long time. As others have said, we just called room service and they swapped it out for us. 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. Princess began offering this level in 2016 on select ships, and its now rolled out to the entire fleet. Members need six cruise credits or 51 cruise days to reach the Platinum level. We like to choose Anytime Dining because were not always hungry at the same time. Learning the ins and outs of any cruise line takes a lot of experience and research but you dont have to do that. Hope he was able to keep them. What does Platinum Captains Circle status get you? On Enchanted in December they were unable to provide the set up, so we were given a credit for it. Each Platinum member receives a complimentary Internet package that can be used in the Internet Caf or on your own device. You used to be able to trade in the mini bar setup for a bottle of wine. However, it was also posted prominently on the front page of the Patter, and lots of people still missed the change! So no bourbon at all in small bottles? One thing to be aware of though, is that not every suite has a balcony. We got two each of scotch, gin, vodka, and cognac. Mr. SBC always wears a dark suit (I recommend a summerweight wool). Also dont expect top-notch service if youre looking at these pieces. What will I find in the "Complimentary Mini Bar Set Up" ? LauraS They don't detract from the cruise experience but it sometimes makes it harder to plan. On our recent Island Princess sailing, they had Canadian Whiskey instead of Scotch. :). This new program isnt entirely transferable like the paper cards were, but they do allow some flexibility. And I agree - tipping is recommended. Why? I was surprised that the cost wasnt much more than our staterooms cost, but it would have given us so many perks! Started June 21, 2021, By tourismtessy, January 28, 2022 in Princess Cruises. Cocktail dresses and longer gowns are always a good choice. But this deal is too good to pass up. Check out our New Cruisers section! I know Dos Equis is the default brand, but what others might be available for swapping? CC Help Jenn We have never received whiskey in mini bar setup and we have been on 30 cruises with Princess. You get a traditional afternoon tea. Whew. Ladies, this is a great opportunity to re-wear those bridesmaids dresses you have hanging in the closet! Do you detest formal clothing? Summary We both feel comfortable in these kinds of outfits were never the most dressed up passengers, and never the most casual. Most Princess ships have the International Caf in the Piazza, and its open round-the-clock! :D. No problem swapping the beer for two more 50ml mini bottles of your favorite spirits. What does Gold Captains Circle status get you? Never say never. No matter what you request you will receive the standard setup. Don't see them arrive shrink wrapped. Princess offers a free British-style afternoon tea each day. After your first completed cruise, youre Gold level. Last month the Cognac was Courvoisier. On the Majestic this week we got 4 gins and 4 scotches plus 2 beers and non- alcoholic drinks. It's still beer. Assuming they have the inventory it is 8 x 50ml spirts, 2 beers = 10 alcoholic beverages. Its no secret that Im a big fan of Princess. You get $200 credit towards Internet Cafe time on voyages of more than 21 days. Check the Patter for the drawing times you have to be present at the drawing to collect your prize. https://book.princess.com/captaincircle/contactUs.page#elite_mini-Bar. I was in a suite on Emerald last week. Yes, coffee cards do not have a name on them. Answer: You may exchange all of your mini-bar items for one bottle of wine valued at $40 or less. Lots of people dont show up, and they will continue to pull names until they pick someone whos there. Started June 21, 2021, By Started August 27, 2021, By Try on a few pieces you like, and check the price tags. I thought that Princess discontinued the mini bar swap for coffee cards a couple years ago. 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. We typically keep one set up and trade one for coffee cards. That is new I always ask if they have Canadian Club and have always been told no. I visit an Oxo minimart in Cabo or Mazatlan and get a 2L Coke Zero (sin azucar). We had Diet Coke on four out of four B2Bs on Ruby in Dec. 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. They just set up your table and deliver the meal its pretty much room service with elevated breakfast food. I learned something new. If yes, is the passenger elite? Both ships held to the "as long as it is equal to or less than" (unwritten) rule. You have to own at least 100 shares, but youll get extra OBC for each Princess cruise that you take. Answer: You may exchange all of your mini-bar items for one bottle of wine. Look at various travel agencies to see what OBC theyre offering for your particular cruise. But on a cruise ship? In our case, we asked for beer onlyI got 12 cans of beer. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Thank you. EDIT: I see that "elliair" types faster than me while I'm watching CFB games. Complimentary mini bar set up: youll receive a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water in your stateroom. Ive even heard of people switching out their mini bar for wine or bottled water. Theyll often tell you the best way to get around the ports, and other information about whats going on when youll be visiting. Most people who participate remain in their formal attire for the evening. Although its half the price, my advice is to skip this one. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. If you like something and its a bit more than youd want to pay, let the sales associate know. Margins are miniscule, so its likely youll have to flag someone down to try something on. 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. Wed much prefer this! :cool: I gave our steward four Courvoisier on the last night of the cruise and yes they can keep them. Its nice to cool off after a shower in your robe before you get dressed. 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. Once onboard, call room service and ask to swap. Now my question. can I exchange any of the alcohol bottles for rum? CC Help Jenn 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! Unlike many other loyalty programs in the travel industry, you dont lose your loyalty level if you dont cruise for a while. Take a peek at my tips page for even more insider cruise information. 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. There has DEFINITELY been an impact with supply issues. Last month the Cognac was Courvoisier. More details (and how to apply) are listed on Princess website. I have a related question. 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 request anything you want, as long as it is the standard setup. Miniature bottles of liquor (50 ml) may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other miniature bottles. When booking our upcoming cruise, I noticed that another travel agency was advertising OBC offered through a credit card issuer. We left a note bequeathing them to our cabin steward. If you havent yet made your first booking for a Princess cruise, reach out to a friend who has previously sailed. All Princess cruises of five days or more will have at least one formal night. 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. By Many people hacked the system by saving one punch spot on their coffee card, enabling them to get free brewed coffee and teaforever! 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 They do come shrink wrapped. You might also like What Beverages Can I Bring On My Cruise? 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. With the proper program, which I don't believe Princess is capable of achieving now, it would be easy to place the coffee packages on the passenger's accounts. LauraS 5. For some reason, many Princess cruisers think that the adults-only Lotus and Retreat Pools require a fee to enter. How many bottles of each? Read What New Cruisers Dont Know About Cruise Food & Drinks. Minisuite: Diamond Princess' 184 mini-suites are primarily located on Deck 9, with a few on Deck 8. On a side note, our Elite bathroom amenities were just 2 Face scrubbers. 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.
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