what's NOT free on the Golden Princess

taking a big group on the Golden Princess to Alaska in June. got a lot of newbies. want to give them a heads up on stuff that Princess will make an extra charge for, like the specialty restaurants (are there 3?) and other items. what can you think of I should put on the list?

taking a big group on the Golden Princess to Alaska in June. got a lot of newbies. want to give them a heads up on stuff that Princess will make an extra charge for, like the specialty restaurants (are there 3?) and other items. what can you think of I should put on the list?

Gratuities

Excursions

Alcoholic beverages

Photos

And, I believe there's an extra charge for steaks (some steaks) in the MDR.

Non alcoholic beverages

Jewelry

T-shirts

Decent coffee

Spa

Sanctuary

Some room service

Gambling - sprinkles are for winners

Most medical visits

I charge a $1 for others to ride the elevator- great way to pay for cruises.

(I pay 10 percent to the Captain)

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Gelato, Specialty coffees, Bottle water, Soda, :confused:

Tony

Gelato, Specialty coffees, Bottle water, Soda, :confused:

 

Tony

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taking a big group on the Golden Princess to Alaska in June. got a lot of newbies. want to give them a heads up on stuff that Princess will make an extra charge for, like the specialty restaurants (are there 3?) and other items. what can you think of I should put on the list?

Free and included in the fare:

Food at no extra charge in the DR, International Cafe, Horizon Ct. buffet, Trident Grill, Prego Pizza, room service (however a tip is normally provided).

Drinks at no extra charge: tap water, ice tea, hot tea, & coffee in the buffet and DR, lemonade during the daytime, juices for breakfast.

Soft ice cream at Sundaes.

All shows, entertainment, and cruise director activities.

Fitness Center

Items that cost:

Ship's tours

The Sanctuary (probably not required in Alaska)

Spa services

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages including espresso drinks, except the ones mentioned above

Photos if purchased. No charge to have your picture taken, except if you book a Platinum Studio sitting.

Hotel Charge (the auto-tip), automatically charged each day, $13.50/pp/day for most cabins, mini suites and full suites are higher.

Bingo and other casino games

Art Auctions, no charge to look, but prices of art are high.

Specialty Dining, including Sabatini's Crown Grill, Crab Shack plus other dining experiences like the Chef's Table and balcony dining.

Anything for sale in the ship's shops.

Ultimate Ship's Tour, limited spots available.

Gratuities

Excursions

Alcoholic beverages

Photos

 

And, I believe there's an extra charge for steaks (some steaks) in the MDR.

I have not seen this on any of our cruises. Is this being offered on the Golden?

There is a post about a trial of charging for steaks (or better ones) in the MDR.

Free and included in the fare:

 

Drinks at no extra charge: tap water, ice tea, hot tea, & coffee in the buffet and DR, lemonade during the daytime, juices for breakfast.

 

Items that cost:

 

Photos if purchased. No charge to have your picture taken, except if you book a Platinum Studio sitting.

a) White milk is also at no extra charge. However chocolate milk has a charge for adults, but not for children.

b) There was no sitting charge when we did the Platinim Studio several years ago.