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. 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. Unless Princess changes its loyalty program, you can keep this level regardless of how often you cruise. Not into haggling? You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By 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: 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,. I have been on some ships which have run out of specific miniatures and they offer a 375ml bottle of a spirit in exchange Not quite par but still gratefully received. There has DEFINITELY been an impact with supply issues. If they have the curry chicken salad when you visit, give it a try its my favorite! So I don't think it's just a matter of availability. There should be a card in your cabin that lists pricing. CC Help Jenn Princess offers a free British-style afternoon tea each day. The left column is what is included in your mini bar. Two Elites in the same stateroom get the same mini-bar as one Elite and one non-Elite. I used to get half Dos Equis & half Becks however room service said Beck's is no longer an option. 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. Actually it would be 4 coffee cards if you swap out both setups. Dont try to haggle unless youre braver than I am from what Ive seen, these are pretty rock-bottom prices. 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 ? Near the end of each Princess cruise, the Effy shop will have a Final Call sale, with clearance prices on certain pieces. Answer: No. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. 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! LauraS I think there had been supply chain issues and they had a limited number of setups to provide. (I cant do this the last time I was a bridesmaid was in the 90s. Never say never. Heres the note we received. Sent from my iPhone using Forums They have not in the past, but over time Coke is changing products. No matter what kind of stateroom youre in, the bathroom will be stocked with the upgraded amenities normally reserved only for Suite guests. Well it does keep a lot of crew busy that first day. You can request anything you want, as long as it is the standard setup. We have always had bottles of beer in the set up. 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Its always held on sea days, sometimes in the Wheelhouse Bar, but often in the Crown Grill, normally a fee-based specialty restaurant. ;). Started June 21, 2021, By Also another note is no Crown Royal in bars still. I always exchange my bar for my favorite G&T but do keep the beer. It's a very nice gift for being an elite passenger. Us too! 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. Heres what youll get with a Club Class mini-suite: Premium location: The best locations among the mini-suites are reserved for Club Class, typically the mid-ship or aft spots that used to sell out quickly. An Ultimate Balcony Breakfast is also available, for $45, but it doesnt come with the dedicated service, flowers, or a photo. On a side note, our Elite bathroom amenities were just 2 Face scrubbers. No problem for us turn around day is horrendous for the crew. You may notice an announcement in the Patter about a shopping talk, hosted by the ships Shopping Host. Started June 21, 2021, By LauraS The application is quick and easy, and youll both receive the on board credit. Is this something new? I swap all my liquor bottles for Beefeater Gin so I end up with 6 bottles swapped plus the two I kept. It is 1 for 1. Make friends with your bartenders. If you like something and its a bit more than youd want to pay, let the sales associate know. A recent survey indicated majority do not keep the default. Im not saying this so you can get stiffer drinks or faster service (but you might). By For anything else it requires submitting a question which the time I did it never received an answer. Thinking mainly about the mini bar set up. This new program isnt entirely transferable like the paper cards were, but they do allow some flexibility. We had mini bar with and without. Complimentary mini bar set up; Deluxe canapes selection; Afternoon tea; Upgraded bathroom amenities; 10% discount in the shops of Princess; Complimentary wine tasting; Elite member recognition pin; Carrying just 1,970 passengers at full capacity, youll find it easy to make friends and discover this entire ship. Ive been reading that the Elite mini bar setup has been really sketchy lately. Im Carrie Ann, the writer behind Should Be Cruising. They seem to appreciate that. On our cruise in December we didn't receive any vodka because they were out of the small ones. Bonus Princess Cays tip: Bring water shoes and bug spray. They also did not have Perrier available initially, but I was able to trade my sodas for it later in the cruise. Its loaded onto your account when you embark, and you can use it at the shops, specialty restaurants, and bars on board. How do you go about doing that? Yes. By Is it a standard set of drinks in each set up? We bring our allotted bottles of wine on board and at times buy more wine. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. 1:1 (liquor for liquor) (non-alcohol for non-alcohol). CC Help Jenn 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. The biggest change with this program is that if you dont use all of your specialty coffees during your cruise, you forfeit the rest. 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. Question from a new Elite. Can someone please direct me to where I should look on the Princess website. If yes, select from the following options. LauraS Prizes that Ive seen include a piece of art, a spa voucher, and even a piece of diamond jewelry! Also, the specialty restaurants can be busier on formal nights, because they dont have a formal dress code. CC Help Jenn Formal nights (almost) always take place on a sea day. The contents of the mini-bar are subject to change. Im saying this because the bartenders know everything. Don't see them arrive shrink wrapped. This is filmed live during your cruise, and is sold onboard in the Photo/Video Department. tourismtessy, January 28, 2022 in Princess Cruises. On a side note, our Elite bathroom amenities were just 2 Face scrubbers. We've come to like that brand best because of the mini-bar. Could be bottles could be cans. Thanks op for asking question. 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. 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. So what happens if you have one of the old cards, and it has no expiration date (some do and some dont)? We always get our mini bar set up changed. What does Platinum Captains Circle status get you? 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. If you dont use the deposit in two years, the money you paid is automatically refunded to your original form of payment. If one is Elite and in a Suite, are there two mini-bar set-ups? You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By Answer: You may exchange all of your mini-bar items for one bottle of wine. Im so glad youre here! Read more: Princess Cruises Pub Lunch Review (With Menu). You get a traditional afternoon tea. Whats in the sale? CC Help Jenn 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. On the Majestic in late January, we only got bottles of gin instead of the usual mix liquors. Certain restrictions apply. Youll be glad you did, because stateroom bathrooms are tiny and steamy. VibeGuy 2.8k April 14, 2005 #2 Posted January 28, 2022 Not consistent, as they say on the description, contents are subject to change. Perrier was available at virtually every bar onboard, but not through room service! Welcome to Elite! 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. 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. I was able to trade 4 other bottles for a larger (375ml) one. 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. The cards were transferable and could be used on multiple cruises. ), 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. 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,. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Missed the Sip & Sail and youre thinking about buying a beverage package? If you plan on checking out a specialty restaurant (a cover charge applies) their dress code is always smart casual. Every cruise since we became Elite the beer has been Dos Equis in bottles. Thank you. Can anyone tell me what all is included in the mini bar setup ? Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Started August 27, 2021, By Who knows if that will stay the same, I imagine it will change based on supplies. 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. For years, Princess sold the New Grounds Coffee Card that allowed you 15 specialty coffee drinks, along with unlimited brewed coffee and tea. Thats a 100% return on our investment. 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. Free laundry and professional cleaning services: just let your steward know! In my travels, I always haggle if I know its part of the culture, or if I feel like the shopkeeper wants to play the game. Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for wine? We got two each of scotch, gin, vodka, and cognac. But this deal is too good to pass up. You used to be able to trade in the mini bar setup for a bottle of wine. Started June 21, 2021, By Theres no wait for a table, and the upgraded menu options include tableside preparation. Powered by Invision Community, Sometimes a glitch or way of doing things is better still We booked a. Note that if you sail in a full suite or youre traveling solo, youll get double cruise credit for that sailing! Theyll replace the items you dont care for with more of what youll actually drink. But the discounts are significant. Not only do they live on the ship, but they chat with passengers all day long! Does anyone have any information on this? They don't detract from the cruise experience but it sometimes makes it harder to plan. 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. You can make reservations for the main dining rooms, even if you have Anytime Dining. Found in the FAQs of the Captains Circle section of the Princess website (you do have to log in to access): https://book.princess.com/captaincircle/contactUs.page. 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. We're thinking of doing a 4 night cruise on the new Majestic Princess in March. While you relax on your lounger, attendants will come around with fleece blankets, popcorn, or milk and cookies, for free! Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for full bottles of liquor? Read Is a Cruise Beverage Package a Good Value? Theyll know if the comedian performing that night gets rave reviews or is a dud. Push back again, and the manager will be called over, with yet again a better offer. So, you can exchange the 10 alcohol for other alcohol or non-alcohol. Thank you everyone. The exact dates of formal nights are never announced before a cruise, but your embarkation day Patter should tell you when theyll be happening. Diet Coke isn't in the fridge anymore. I did a CC survey a year or so ago and the majority swap out some or all of their mini-bar. Mr. SBC always wears a dark suit (I recommend a summerweight wool). They don't detract from the cruise experience but it sometimes makes it harder to plan. You can join the free Captains Circle loyalty program at any time after completing your first cruise. On the Majestic this week we got 4 gins and 4 scotches plus 2 beers and non- alcoholic drinks. 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. On the Enchanted now. Question: What if I have a specific request for how Id like my mini-bar stocked? Is water included in your sticker? 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. Through security screening. Not sure if this is happening on all ships or just the Discovery but the old rules about swaps likely no longer apply. Don't waste your timethey do not pay attention to it anyways, and will deliver you the standard selection. 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! Also, if you dont use all of it by the end of your sailing, you forfeit whatevers left. I bring this topic up because some mentioned tipping and the majority do not tip above the daily amount charged to your account so you need not feel guilty if you don't tip. Minisuite: Diamond Princess' 184 mini-suites are primarily located on Deck 9, with a few on Deck 8. Checked large luggage with porter at curbside. Heres a list of some of the events where youll often be served a complimentary glass. There are 3 choices of beer brands; there are no options for liquor brands. Im also always looking for a good deal, and I despise paying full price for anything. They are very busy so there may be a wait. :eek: Don't understand this comment unless you are in a suite in which case you are misleading the OP. 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. A common reason why this happens? In 19 cruises, I have never had one shrink wrapped. :). Complimentary Grapevine Wine Tasting: this popular event usually costs $25 per person, and is not covered by any drink packages. 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. 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. The only things I used were the water and gave the wine to a neighbor cabin. Its nice to cool off after a shower in your robe before you get dressed. 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. Luck of the draw I guess. I am not elite but thought that Elites and Suites got the same thing? Can someone please direct me to where I should look on the Princess website. If we change the set up for the coffee cards can we give one away? The shore is a bit rocky, and the sand fleas can be annoying! Priority check-in at embarkation: dont wait in line! 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 have never received whiskey in mini bar setup and we have been on 30 cruises with Princess. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. We had a choice of Canyon Road Cabernet Sauvignon or Chardonnay. We waited over a week before calling room service to make the trade. Question: What if I have a specific request for how Id like my mini-bar stocked? Certain restrictions apply. :(. ft. Suite - 70 to 210 sq. 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. Priority disembarkation you can let the Circle Host know what time youd like to disembark. If youre a member of Captains Circle, you can refer a friend who has never sailed with Princess and youll both get $25 OBC when they complete their first cruise. Hasn't been for a long time. Many Princess ships offer Movies Under the Stars, where they play recent films on the big screen. Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? 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. Another example of how "new" isn't always "improved". Very helpful for us newbies for the mini bar. Ref from Princess:https://book.princess.com/captaincircle/contactUs.page#elite_mini-Bar. The suite will get you one more but that is the limit. Never have a problem. :cool: I gave our steward four Courvoisier on the last night of the cruise and yes they can keep them. You can read more about me and about Should Be Cruising here. I thought that Princess discontinued the mini bar swap for coffee cards a couple years ago. :). Still supply issues on my two cruises last year. in Valencia (Valencian Community) Contents: Municipality The population development of L'Alcdia as well as related information and services (weather, Wikipedia, Google, images). 10% discount on the Reflections DVD. Maybe people confuse them with the (also adults-only) Sanctuary, which is fee-based? With all the inclusive fares now it might be better to eliminate the mini bars for those who select the inclusive fares and provide maybe 2 specialty dining meals, a special lunch, upgrade the plus drink dollar amount from say $12 to $15, something like that. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Apparently they were out of the Courvoisier. The only good elite benefits remaining are the priority tender service, and the best one laundry. Hope he was able to keep them. I was in a suite on Emerald last week. Liquor gets you soda, but only one to one. Wed much prefer this! No matter what you request you will receive the standard setup. We are still platinum, bot only 3 cruises to go until Elite. 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. As stated, you can't swap non-alcohol for alcohol. On the Majestic this week we got 4 gins and 4 scotches plus 2 beers and non- alcoholic drinks. It lasted about two hours, and the servers didnt hover over us (or wait inside our stateroom as I had feared). It would be nice, but the Elite benefit and the Suite benefit are each one per cabin, so just two for you. Ive had very good luck negotiating the price down in the Effy shops on Princess. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Usually we're at muster drill during the swap and they remove the bar and leave the cards. LauraS We prefer that over sodas and alcohol. However, we like to drink Courvoisier. 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. Princess began offering this level in 2016 on select ships, and its now rolled out to the entire fleet. Your $100 is held by Princess, and you can use it for your deposit for your next cruise. Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? HomeBlogCruise Tips Cruise News Cruise DestinationsAboutContactResourcesFeatured PressPrivacy PolicyCookie PolicyDisclosure PolicyTerms of Use. On our recent trip on the Enchanted, there was vodka, scotch, gin, and Canadian Club rye - no more cognacs apparently. Golden Princess cruise ship deck plan has 1316 staterooms for up to 3158 passengers served by 1100 crew. If you happen to be visiting Princess Cays on a Carnival Cruise, the CHEERS! When I wear it Im reminded of time spent with family and friends. Compounding the problem is the fact that, even before the shutdown, supplies weren't fully implemented. 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. 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. One thing to be aware of though, is that not every suite has a balcony.

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