Elite Mini-Bar Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? Thanks op for asking question. By Is it a standard set of drinks in each set up? in Valencia (Valencian Community) Contents: Municipality The population development of L'Alcdia as well as related information and services (weather, Wikipedia, Google, images). CC Help Jenn Minisuite: Diamond Princess' 184 mini-suites are primarily located on Deck 9, with a few on Deck 8. 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. So I might do a beer/diet sprite setup on Majestic today. https://book.princess.com/captaincircle/contactUs.page#elite_mini-Bar. For example, Mr. SBC and I both bought Future Cruise Deposits on our last Princess cruise. Does anyone have any information on this? Tap water, iced tea and lemonade are available at no charge. Certain restrictions apply. Check the Patter for locations and times. Maybe people confuse them with the (also adults-only) Sanctuary, which is fee-based? Margins are miniscule, so its likely youll have to flag someone down to try something on. Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? Complimentary Mini Bar Set Up - Princess Cruises - Cruise Critic Community :D, Sometimes a glitch or way of doing things is better still We booked a 3 week cruise of the med and as they also sold it as 3 separate weeks we actually had 3 set ups which was great HOWEVER this may not always happen - they also gave us 3 credits on our total of cruises:D:D:D. Did you not repeat a port in the 3 weeks? We prefer that over sodas and alcohol. Mini-Suite - 40 sq. But, what they did amazingly well was the food. This is not true! Platinum members plus anyone traveling with you in the same stateroom can go right to the Priority Check-In desk. 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. Thanks. Looking forward to being Elite. You can join the free Captains Circle loyalty program at any time after completing your first cruise. They have not in the past, but over time Coke is changing products. What does Ruby Captains Circle status get you? Started August 27, 2021, By No matter what you request you will receive the standard setup. Must have really been a glitch if it was just one segment. Im not surprised that they sold out so quickly. The biggest change with this program is that if you dont use all of your specialty coffees during your cruise, you forfeit the rest. Why? Ive had very good luck negotiating the price down in the Effy shops on Princess. Check the Patter for times and locations of these events. 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. Youll be at this level from your second through third cruises. 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. On one, I received just beer and vodka for the alcoholic beverages. Sapphire Princess Cruise Ship: Review, Photos & Departure Ports on Don't see them arrive shrink wrapped. ), 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. I'd only add a buck to drink limit as that can add up quickly for drinkers over course of a voyage. I'm not certain if the shrink wrap occurs on shore before the supplies are loaded or if it is done on board. Youve hit the big time! That's a good idea because Princess eliminated those details from their FAQs with a recent update. I had the steak-and-kidney pie, and Mr. SBC had the bangers and mash. The only like-kind alcohol we were able to trade them out for was vodka. Additionally, shouldbecruising.com participates in various other affiliate programs, and we sometimes receive a commission from purchases made through our links. We used them to pay our entire deposit for our 11-day Scandinavia cruise this summer. Call Room Service. Theyll often tell you the best way to get around the ports, and other information about whats going on when youll be visiting. The application is quick and easy, and youll both receive the on board credit. Do you detest formal clothing? I visit an Oxo minimart in Cabo or Mazatlan and get a 2L Coke Zero (sin azucar). Another example of how "new" isn't always "improved". 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. As stated, call room service to switch. I thought that Princess discontinued the mini bar swap for coffee cards a couple years ago. Luck of the draw I guess. I always tell them to dress as you would if you were a guest at a wedding. Formal nights (almost) always take place on a sea day. Nearest thing to Crown was VO. LauraS Dont try to haggle unless youre braver than I am from what Ive seen, these are pretty rock-bottom prices. Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? This is a gift, a perk for their most loyal customers. And then they have to build new minibar combinations and again visit the cabins to pick up the old and deliver the right things - and that all takes time and delays. QuestionIs it a one to one switch or do you get more soda for the liquor? :eek: Don't understand this comment unless you are in a suite in which case you are misleading the OP. For they prep the standard and deliver it generally before you board. CC Help Jenn Just call the Dine Line on your stateroom phone. 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. You used to be able to trade in the mini bar setup for a bottle of wine. Finger sandwiches, cookies, biscuits and cakes are served by white-gloved waiters. Once on board, you may contact Room Service to change your mini-bar selection. 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. There has DEFINITELY been an impact with supply issues. 21 Princess Cruise Tips You Need to Know - Should Be Cruising Just ask your cabin steward when he comes to introduce himself on embarkation day. On the Sky in December we didn't receive any Vodka. Since we have a balcony, were each getting $100 in OBC. LauraS It would be nice, but the Elite benefit and the Suite benefit are each one per cabin, so just two for you. Oops..thanks for the correction which I knew but neglected to post it. 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 ? No matter what kind of stateroom youre in, the bathroom will be stocked with the upgraded amenities normally reserved only for Suite guests. Whats your favorite Princess cruise tip? Don't waste your timethey do not pay attention to it anyways, and will deliver you the standard selection. Princess isn't. Thank you. Bonus Princess Cays tip: Bring water shoes and bug spray. It is standard no matter the cabin category. So I might do a beer/diet sprite setup on Majestic today. Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? Luck of the draw I guess. 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. Is there a vary of different type of bottles of liquor, beer, soda they put in the refrig? If yes, is the passenger elite? By What does Platinum Captains Circle status get you? Wondering what else your cabin steward can (and cant) do for you? Now my question. can I exchange any of the alcohol bottles for rum? This includes a complimentary mini-bar setup that consists of a "selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water" according to Princess. Not into haggling? Learning the ins and outs of any cruise line takes a lot of experience and research but you dont have to do that. Elites mini bar setup - Princess Cruises - Cruise Critic Community Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. That has been the case on our last two cruises which were on the Coral and Royal. CC Help Jenn Certain restrictions apply. Your new level will be effective on your next sailing. Hasn't been for a long time. Shopping hosts are cruise line employees who are paid commission by specific stores on land that they have a relationship with. We always get our mini bar set up changed. CC Help Jenn Still supply issues on my two cruises last year. Powered by Invision Community. If youve noticed that theres always a line for the dining room at 6:30 save time by making a reservation. Princess is owned by the Carnival Corporation, so Carnival shareholders are eligible for free extra onboard credit. Through security screening. 1. Yes. Dont want to waste precious vacation time in the laundry room on your cruise? They hit Elite level after 16 cruise credits or 151 cruise days. Can someone please direct me to where I should look on the Princess website. By You can exchange alcohol for EITHER alcohol or non-alcohol and non-alcohol ONLY for non-alcohol. The contents of the mini-bar are subject to change. 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. Recently, Princess transitioned to an onboard account based specialty coffee package, much like how their other beverage packages function. I didnt try the free Pub Lunch until my second Princess cruise, when my fave bartender talked us into it. Non-alcoholic beverages may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other non-alcoholic varieties. Theres no ventilation! You can make reservations for the main dining rooms, even if you have Anytime Dining. Answer: No. 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. 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. Plus, if you have a beverage package, youre able to use it on the island as well! Princess Captain's Circle Levels, Perks and Cruise Loyalty FAQ I swap all my liquor bottles for Beefeater Gin so I end up with 6 bottles swapped plus the two I kept. If you are in a suite and are elite you get a double set up. Beverage Package doesnt work only Princess cruise passengers beverage packages are accepted here.). 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). Our first (and to date only) cruise as Elite had supply issues and we didn't receive the proper mini bar. Priority embarkation and disembarkation: You can skip the long line to check in on embarkation day and head right to Priority Check-In. Prizes that Ive seen include a piece of art, a spa voucher, and even a piece of diamond jewelry! 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. The shore is a bit rocky, and the sand fleas can be annoying! The contents of the mini-bar are subject to change. Members need six cruise credits or 51 cruise days to reach the Platinum level. When booking our upcoming cruise, I noticed that another travel agency was advertising OBC offered through a credit card issuer. Its no secret that Im a big fan of Princess. On the Majestic this week we got 4 gins and 4 scotches plus 2 beers and non- alcoholic drinks. 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. 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. I don't think they come shrink wrapped. We have that card, so I mentioned it to our travel agent. Mr. SBC always wears a dark suit (I recommend a summerweight wool). :(. We have had both with and without a suite. 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.