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 ? (Voyages 7 days or less, 150 minutes; Voyages 8-20 days, 250 minutes; Voyages 21+ days, 500 minutes. I had the same wine choice as well. 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. Your $100 is held by Princess, and you can use it for your deposit for your next cruise. Mr. SBC always wears a dark suit (I recommend a summerweight wool). Its not that hard for the passenger to submit a request for change as compared to trying to get the crew (many of which may be new) to prepare special setups for a minority of passengers. I also request wine glasses & have a tip for the room service crewmember who makes the exchange. It is realistically much easier for Princess to simply supply every Elite passenger with a "standard' setup and deal with changes as requested. Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? Powered by Invision Community. BTW, anyone notice that this thread was nearly a year old? My pro tip? 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. Read How to Prevent Wrinkled Clothes on a Cruise. have you seen them on the carts before they were put into your cabin?? LauraS I love sharing my best cruise tips with you, along with reviews of cruise destinations, shore excursions, cruise ships and cruise lines. Then, you have to call them up for the exchange (along with scores of others). Make friends with your bartenders. Occasionally another drink will be served, but its usually just bubbly. 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. Also dont expect top-notch service if youre looking at these pieces. You can exchange like for like10 alcohol for other alcohol; 10 non-alcohol for other non-alcohol. As stated, call room service to switch. Through security screening. I wish they would let us pre-order as it is a PITA for both Room Service and Guest. Complimentary shoe polishing service, upon request. I visit an Oxo minimart in Cabo or Mazatlan and get a 2L Coke Zero (sin azucar). Call room service, they will handle it for you. 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. They have beautiful pieces of fine jewelry in many price ranges but none of it is cheap. Complimentary Mini-Bar Setup (including liquor, soft drinks, beer, and water) Complimentary In-Stateroom Afternoon Tea Deluxe Canape Selection on Formal Nights Upgraded Bathroom Amenities Elite Member Recognition Pin Final Thoughts The cruise line offers a handful of good perks once members reach platinum or elite status. The departure time was changed, and the cruisers missed the announcement in the newsletter. Started August 27, 2021, By 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. I always ask to swap out for coffee cards and have never tipped. Certain restrictions apply. Understandably, not everyone heard the announcement. Megagirl, March 12, 2016 in Princess Cruises. Whew. Very helpful for us newbies for the mini bar. On our cruise in December we didn't receive any vodka because they were out of the small ones. Golden Princess cruise ship deck plan has 1316 staterooms for up to 3158 passengers served by 1100 crew. Check out our New Cruisers section! 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. Disclaimer: I may receive a small commission when you make a purchase from a link on this site, at no added charge to you. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. 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! Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? Ref from Princess:https://book.princess.com/captaincircle/contactUs.page#elite_mini-Bar. CC Help Jenn Princess Mini-Bar Setup info The selections of items in the mini-bar can vary. If we change the set up for the coffee cards can we give one away? 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. The mini bars come pre-shrink wrapped. Call Room Service. Answer: You may exchange all of your mini-bar items for one bottle of wine. Started June 21, 2021, By I swap all my liquor bottles for Beefeater Gin so I end up with 6 bottles swapped plus the two I kept. Question: Can I exchange the non-alcoholic items in my Elite mini-bar for alcohol? The Patter is a daily newsletter that shares tons of important information for the next day. When reaching Elite level, one of the benefits you'll receive is a mini bar set up. They also did not have Perrier available initially, but I was able to trade my sodas for it later in the cruise. Don't waste your timethey do not pay attention to it anyways, and will deliver you the standard selection. Answer: No. 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 last two times our Elite setup included bottles of beer instead of cans. Traded 4 x 50ml = 200ml for 1 x 375ml. HomeBlogCruise Tips Cruise News Cruise DestinationsAboutContactResourcesFeatured PressPrivacy PolicyCookie PolicyDisclosure PolicyTerms of Use. :rolleyes: The coffee cards can be used for Gelato if that interests you. Liquor for Beers, others for Cokes. 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. 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. There are 16 passenger decks, 8 with cabins. We had a choice of Canyon Road Cabernet Sauvignon or Chardonnay. Look at various travel agencies to see what OBC theyre offering for your particular cruise. Not sure how onboard credit works? There has DEFINITELY been an impact with supply issues. Not sure I agree with you. While other cruise lines are moving away from free 24-hour room service, Princess still offers this with a limited menu. Do you just tell your steward on the first day? You can request anything you want, as long as it is the standard setup. Nowhere near to Elite and can't afford a suite. We have always had bottles of beer in the set up. The suite will get you one more but that is the limit. After your first completed cruise, youre Gold level. Check the Patter for locations and times. - Two (2) 50ml bottles Gin - Beefeater - Two (2). Platinum Members, along with everyone in the same stateroom, can use the Platinum Disembarkation Lounge, with light refreshments and a less-crowded atmosphere. 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. 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! Exclusive Club Class dining: Formerly reserved for only full-suite passengers, the Club Class dining room is available for breakfast and dinner, as well as for lunch on sea days. Once a day, the housekeeping staff comes in and makes the bed, empties the trash, and gives you new towels. You get $200 credit towards Internet Cafe time on voyages of more than 21 days. Free travel insurance upgrade: when you purchase Princess Vacation Protection, youll be automatically upgraded to Princess Platinum Vacation Protection. Our typical exchange is all alcohol for 5+5 in two different beers and then 10 Perrier for the other half. 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. Priority specialty dining reservations: If youd like to make a reservation for specialty dining, youll have VIP priority. 1:1 (liquor for liquor) (non-alcohol for non-alcohol). Recent bridesmaids dresses, I should say. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. If youre an Anglophile, a homesick Brit, or just in need of some comfort food, definitely try the Pub Lunch. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. 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. 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. I always wear a knee-length cocktail dress and heels. Last month the Cognac was Courvoisier. So keep on their good side by moving to a nearby chair when bar service is scheduled to close. It would also be easy to supply the wine. On the Majestic this week we got 4 gins and 4 scotches plus 2 beers and non- alcoholic drinks. 10% discount on the Reflections DVD. Read Is a Cruise Beverage Package a Good Value? Try on a few pieces you like, and check the price tags. In addition to fantastic pastries and cookies, International Caf also serves breakfast parfaits, panini and salads. Has anyone tried swapping for beers other than Dos Equis? Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? I usually dont like going to faux British pubs, for the same reason I dont go to American-style restaurants overseas. Non-alcoholic beverages may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other non-alcoholic varieties. Check out our New Cruisers section! Princess Plus Value for Captain's Circle Members Princess Cruises Mini Bar set up. I have answers. If one is Elite and in a Suite, are there two mini-bar set-ups? Im hoping they continue to allow the exchange for coffee cards. CC Help Jenn So what happens if you have one of the old cards, and it has no expiration date (some do and some dont)? Not sure theres much of a choice. Princess is owned by the Carnival Corporation, so Carnival shareholders are eligible for free extra onboard credit. Nothing will be perfect or suit everyone. They are the same in type of drink. Sometimes Ive been able to get Heineken or Stella Artois but like other things my experience has variedmaybe its due to their supply. This is what it has been on our previous cruises: Alcoholic . (Princess Cruises owns Princess Cays, but they allow Carnival cruises to visit as well. Non-alcoholic beverages may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other non-alcoholic varieties. Whats your favorite Princess cruise tip? Is Princess Plus worth it for higher level Captain's Circle members? They don't do monetary exchanges. 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. It would be difficult for staff to deliver 400+ mini bars if they had to specifically select and sort by cabin. It would be nice, but the Elite benefit and the Suite benefit are each one per cabin, so just two for you. Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for wine? For more info, please read myDisclosure Policy. :). I'm not certain if the shrink wrap occurs on shore before the supplies are loaded or if it is done on board. All Princess cruises of five days or more will have at least one formal night. The contents of the mini-bar are subject to change. We always get our mini bar set up changed. Is there a vary of different type of bottles of liquor, beer, soda they put in the refrig? The mini bars come pre-shrink wrapped. We had Diet Coke on four out of four B2Bs on Ruby in Dec. Looking for more tips for new cruisers? Could be bottles could be cans. Definitely take a few minutes each evening to read the Princess Patter. Why? I had the steak-and-kidney pie, and Mr. SBC had the bangers and mash. Answer: Your mini-bar will consist of a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water. Summary 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. 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. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. :eek: You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By It is 1 for 1. 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. You may notice an announcement in the Patter about a shopping talk, hosted by the ships Shopping Host. Youll be glad you did, because stateroom bathrooms are tiny and steamy. We waited over a week before calling room service to make the trade. Things to Do in Hilton Head SC (Other Than Golf), The Historic (and Haunted) Francis Marion Hotel, Charleston. CC Help Jenn I used to get half Dos Equis & half Becks however room service said Beck's is no longer an option. The worst that can happen is they say no! What will I find in the "Complimentary Mini Bar Set Up" ? The Absolute Vodka I received was 375ml. Can anyone tell me what all is included in the mini bar setup ? Alcoholic drinks are rarely free on Princess cruises, but if youre looking to save on your alcohol budget, I have a couple of tips. They don't detract from the cruise experience but it sometimes makes it harder to plan. 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. VAWCB 52 October 7, 2009 Virginia It is stocked with 2 bottles of everything to start. Gave them all away. You used to be able to trade in the mini bar setup for a bottle of wine. I didnt try the free Pub Lunch until my second Princess cruise, when my fave bartender talked us into it. VibeGuy 2.8k April 14, 2005 #2 Posted January 28, 2022 Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. We exchange it for 10 beers & 10 Diet Cokes or sometimes for 2 coffee cards. Its loaded onto your account when you embark, and you can use it at the shops, specialty restaurants, and bars on board. For those with inclusive fares something other should be supplied. Grand Princess cruise ship deck plan has 1301 staterooms for up to 3122 passengers served by 1150 crew. I am not elite but thought that Elites and Suites got the same thing? Looking for more cruise tips? Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'shouldbecruising_com-mobile-leaderboard-2','ezslot_18',677,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-shouldbecruising_com-mobile-leaderboard-2-0');Note that if you pre-pay for any of these things before your cruise, you wont be refunded. 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). This is a question many past passengers ask. On our recent trip on the Enchanted, there was vodka, scotch, gin, and Canadian Club rye - no more cognacs apparently. Complimentary mini bar set up: youll receive a selection of liquors, soft drinks, beer, still and sparkling water in your stateroom. Although its half the price, my advice is to skip this one. We have never received whiskey in mini bar setup and we have been on 30 cruises with Princess. One of the perks that Princess lists for suite passengers is plush bathrobes. For they prep the standard and deliver it generally before you board. Megotoo, March 1, 2022 in Princess Cruises. While this would be ideal from the passenger standpoint I sincerely doubt it would ever actually work. I was going to swap all out for that. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Complimentary Grapevine Wine Tasting: this popular event usually costs $25 per person, and is not covered by any drink packages. Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for full bottles of liquor? :D. No problem swapping the beer for two more 50ml mini bottles of your favorite spirits. I have plenty! Elite Mini-Bar Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? Question: What will my mini-bar consist of? Its nice to know you can get coffee cards. You can exchange alcohol for EITHER alcohol or non-alcohol and non-alcohol ONLY for non-alcohol. CC Help Jenn Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app. By Minisuite: Diamond Princess' 184 mini-suites are primarily located on Deck 9, with a few on Deck 8. Check the Princess website beginning in June (or ask your travel agent to remind you) to see if this promotion will return. 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. Read What New Cruisers Dont Know About Cruise Food & Drinks. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2362029. Most people who participate remain in their formal attire for the evening. 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. We get all beers and then sparkling water to replace all the sodas (non-alcohol group). They also did not have Perrier available initially, but I was able to trade my sodas for it later in the cruise. Is this something new? Grand Princess deck plan view at Cruisedeckplans showing the newest deck plan layouts, public venues and stateroom pictures and our own deck plan pdf (printable version). Then I remove all the items I want exchanged, place the list with the items on the tray providedleave the room, and magically, all is replaced. Luck of the draw I guess. Make sure you order your coffee package online at least four days prior to your cruise it wont be available after that. You can also request to have the money refunded before the two years are up, in case you completely change your mind. Assuming they have the inventory it is 8 x 50ml spirts, 2 beers = 10 alcoholic beverages. If your itinerary includes a stop at Princess Cays, Princess private resort on Eleuthera, Bahamas youll be glad to know that food is included. Just call the Dine Line on your stateroom phone. Welcome to Elite! 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 . 5. Is the elite set up the same as the suite set up? Does anyone have any information on this? Our most loyal guests also receive complimentary laundry services and shoe polishing. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By Question: What if I have a specific request for how Id like my mini-bar stocked? We've gotten pretty creative with our swapouts, for example, trading the brandy for Budweiser. Non-alcoholic beverages may be exchanged on a one-for-one basis with other non-alcoholic varieties. Well it does keep a lot of crew busy that first day. But this deal is too good to pass up. A quick search of the board will find MANY threads on the topic. We usually trade the Gin & Cognac for Vodka and the Coke, Tonic, Sprite & Perrier's for Diet Coke. But Princess also doubles your cruise credit earnings if you sail in a full suite (mini-suites, Club Class suites and upgrades to suites are excluded) or sail solo. I inquired about it and was told that they were out of the small bottles, but that if I wanted Vodka, they could provide it, but I would have to trade in 4 of the small bottles. Thinking mainly about the mini bar 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: You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By On the Majestic this week we got 4 gins and 4 scotches plus 2 beers and non- alcoholic drinks. trbarton, September 1, 2017 in Princess Cruises. L'Alcdia. Question: Can I exchange the non-alcoholic items in my Elite mini-bar for alcohol? Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. and 'maybe' a full swap out for a bottle of wine. That's a good idea because Princess eliminated those details from their FAQs with a recent update. In our case, we asked for beer onlyI got 12 cans of beer. if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'shouldbecruising_com-large-mobile-banner-2','ezslot_9',605,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-shouldbecruising_com-large-mobile-banner-2-0');if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'shouldbecruising_com-large-mobile-banner-2','ezslot_10',605,'0','1'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-shouldbecruising_com-large-mobile-banner-2-0_1'); .large-mobile-banner-2-multi-605{border:none !important;display:block !important;float:none !important;line-height:0px;margin-bottom:7px !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-top:7px !important;max-width:100% !important;min-height:250px;padding:0;text-align:center !important;}However, before you decide to skip the shopping talk altogether, the shopping guides are a wealth of information. As I gracefully age, I have to find more creative ways to keep myself organized. On a side note, our Elite bathroom amenities were just 2 Face scrubbers. I am a vodka girl, so it wasn't an issue to trade in my 3 gin and a cognac. How do you go about doing that? Can someone please direct me to where I should look on the Princess website. Also, if you dont use all of it by the end of your sailing, you forfeit whatevers left. This is not true! 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 . Does that mean THREE mini-bar setups? Yes. On the Majestic in late January, we only got bottles of gin instead of the usual mix liquors. Not sure if this is happening on all ships or just the Discovery but the old rules about swaps likely no longer apply. The shore is a bit rocky, and the sand fleas can be annoying! Dont want to waste precious vacation time in the laundry room on your cruise? Wed much prefer this! Grand Suite S1 Grand Suite Sleeps up to: 4 1 Staterooms Cabin: 613 sqft (58 m2) Balcony: 117 sqft (11 m2) Click for As stated, you can't swap non-alcohol for alcohol. Shopping hosts are cruise line employees who are paid commission by specific stores on land that they have a relationship with. Powered by Invision Community. From your 17th cruise on, or after completing 151 cruise days, youre Elite level, forever! I dont know if youve checked savings account interest rates recently, but let me know if you find one that offers that kind of return! ft. Sky Suite - 947 to 1012 sq. Powered by Invision Community. Wondering what else your cabin steward can (and cant) do for 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,. Theyll replace the items you dont care for with more of what youll actually drink. 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/captaincirelite_mini-Bar. Your new level will be effective on your next sailing. :eek: Don't understand this comment unless you are in a suite in which case you are misleading the OP. Because the consumers who buy those little bottles are willing and able to pay the going rate for them. If you happen to be visiting Princess Cays on a Carnival Cruise, the CHEERS! Check the Patter for times and locations of these events. Its pretty basic beach food like burgers and hot dogs, side dishes, and cookies. Started June 21, 2021, By Traded 4 x 50ml = 200ml for 1 x 375ml. 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. Then 6 cans of soda, 2 club soda or Perrier, 2 still water = 10 non alcoholic beverages. I regularly swap mine for two more Beefeaters. 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. If youre even considering another cruise in the next two years, its crazy not to get a future cruise deposit while youre on board. Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for full bottles of liquor? 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. Enjoy! Does anyone have any information on this? Question: Can I exchange the items in my Elite mini-bar for full bottles of liquor? Hope he was able to keep them. An Ultimate Balcony Breakfast is also available, for $45, but it doesnt come with the dedicated service, flowers, or a photo. Sail Date: Nov 2022 Cabin: Mini-Suite with Balcony Embarkation with Medallion was a breeze. Although Princess dress code in general is smart casual, your cruise will most likely have a formal night or two. We have never received whiskey in mini bar setup and we have been on 30 cruises with Princess. Theres no wait for a table, and the upgraded menu options include tableside preparation. You can join the free Captains Circle loyalty program at any time after completing your first cruise. These pools are free for all passengers 18 and over.