jlcga Posted March 16, 2005 #1 Share Posted March 16, 2005 We're going on our first Princess cruise - Star Princess out of Copenhagen. Did I read somewhere that I can order bottles of liquer through room service and it's delivered to the cabin, for consumption in cabin during the cruise? If so, is it outrageous prices like through a hotel room service or closer to what I'd pay at my local liquer store? I know it wouldn't be as cheap as the ship's store which keeps it until the cruise ends. Since we're traveling all the way to Europe, I really don't want to pack any in the luggage. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongerob Posted March 16, 2005 #2 Share Posted March 16, 2005 Prices are quite reasonable, IMO. For example, $20 buys a litre of Absolut. That's cheaper than I can get it here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swooldri Posted March 16, 2005 #3 Share Posted March 16, 2005 Check the Princess web sight. Under gifts, there is a price list for pre ordered liquor. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Coast Posted March 16, 2005 #4 Share Posted March 16, 2005 We're going on our first Princess cruise - Star Princess out of Copenhagen. Did I read somewhere that I can order bottles of liquer through room service and it's delivered to the cabin, for consumption in cabin during the cruise? If so, is it outrageous prices like through a hotel room service or closer to what I'd pay at my local liquer store? The prices are quite reasonable. Once on board you can order through room service or you can buy a bottle from any bartender. Keep in mind, you will also pay 15% gratuity on both types of purchases. Or, you can pre-order, through Princess, ahead of time. Here is the link to the info and prices: http://www.princess.com/onboard/sendagift/liquor.html note: if you pre-order, you avoid the 15% gratuity. Once you've decided what you want to pre-order, fill out this form and fax it to Princess. Your liquor will be waiting in your cabin when you get on board. Bon voyage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reneek Posted March 16, 2005 #5 Share Posted March 16, 2005 We preordered prior to the cruise, but I had cut if awfully close (like the week of the cruise). When we boarded there was nothing waiting. A trip to the pursurers who said they would check on it and delivery was accomplished before dinner. I would not have been upset if they hadn't delivered due to my late order, but it would be better if you took care of it sooner than I did. You might also keep a copy of order with documents. The prices were within reason and certainly beat packing it along. The Grand Marnier was actually a better bargain than at home as it was a full liter vs 750 ml. We did, however take along our own selection of wines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPI_Rick Posted March 16, 2005 #6 Share Posted March 16, 2005 As other's have mentioned you can purchase from room service (if you don't use the pre-order option). I found the service to be fast and reasonably priced. On my last cruise I ordered a bottle of liquor on the 1st evening of the cruise. I was told it would arrive in 30-45 mins....it arrived in 15 minutes. .......but if you want the best price, purchase at a duty free store at one of your port calls and bring it back onboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlcga Posted March 18, 2005 Author #7 Share Posted March 18, 2005 Thanks for the info. It's sure different from Carnival, Norway or RCCL. My luggage just got lighter! I've read different posts on other threads that say room service doesn't have 15% gratuity on bottles though, only drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toto2Kansas Posted March 18, 2005 #8 Share Posted March 18, 2005 That is correct, when ordering from room service, there is no gratuity tacked onto the purchase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
llund Posted March 18, 2005 #9 Share Posted March 18, 2005 We ordered a bottle of bourbon and a bottle of vodka and it was in our room when we arrived. It was great making a drink and sitting on our balcony. Of course, we did not finish the bottles by the time our 10 day cruise was over, but we are sure the crew must have had a good time with it as we left it there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skitter Posted March 18, 2005 #10 Share Posted March 18, 2005 Does anyone know if you can you order a bottle of Kahlua from room service? I looked and it is not on the list to of what you can pre-order. Skitter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeBeGone Posted March 18, 2005 #11 Share Posted March 18, 2005 Does anyone know if you can you order a bottle of Kahlua from room service? I looked and it is not on the list to of what you can pre-order.Skitter You can buy a bottle from an on-board bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiseknut Posted March 18, 2005 #12 Share Posted March 18, 2005 Webegone, Are you sure about that? On the Diamond in Jan. we went to the bar that sells bottles and asked what we could buy as my wife drinks Margaritas and tequila is not on the list. We were handed the list that contains the same selection as the gift selection and told that was it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronp101 Posted March 19, 2005 #13 Share Posted March 19, 2005 We preordered some liquor for our 12 day Mediterranean cruise on the Star Princess in May. We had checked in very early so it was not in the room right away but it was delivered while we were there. The prices were really reasonable! We did not order additional bottles through room service, though, so I can't comment on that. The liquor actually lasted the entire cruise! Great service. It's nice having a little bar set up so that you can cocktail hour anytime you want. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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