Ultimate Ship Tour aboard Crown Princess

This tour, although pricey, sells out quickly.  If you wish to partake of the few offered, please sign up on the day of boarding at Guest Services.  I've been told the Princess gifts are equal to the price of the tour. Again, inquire on day of embarkation for details.

A Behind-the-Scenes Adventure Princess guests can get an exclusive glimpse at the behind-the-scenes action onboard a Princess ship with the Princess Cruises Ultimate Ship Tour -- a cruise industry first. The tour is offered once or twice per cruise on a sea day, and allows guests to explore the engine control room, medical center, print shop, laundry, photo lab, bridge, and other areas typically seen only by the ship's crew. The final stop of the tour is the ship's command center, where guests will meet the Captain, enjoy special refreshments and take in the dramatic views from the bridge's wraparound windows. Participants will also receive a variety of themed mementos at many other stops along the route.

Optional Packages on board Crown Princess

What shall quench your thirst?  

Packages are not added to your booking until they are paid. Prices include gratuity.

Premier Beverage Package $68.99 per person, per day

This package is not applicable for those persons who have the Alcoholic Beverage Pkg with your stateroom booking.

Enjoy a wide range of drinks for $59.99 per day plus a 15% gratuity. The Premier Beverage Package includes any individual beverage item such as fountain soda, bottled water, cocktails, spirits, wine by the glass, beers, coffee and tea, up to $12 (retail value). A 25% discount is also offered on all bottles of wine when purchased in bars, dining room or specialty restaurants.

Premier Beverage Package$68.99 per person, per day

Select which passengers will receive this item (must be 18 or over):

Your names will appear here: one person may select this option per cabin

Unlimited Soda & More Package $8.05 per person, per day

Includes the Unlimited Soda Package plus any mocktails, juices, and hot chocolate throughout the cruise.

Package must be purchased for full length of voyage, cannot be shared, is non-transferable, and is non-refundable within 3 days of sailing.

Select

Unlimited Soda & More Package$8.05 per person, per day

Select which passengers will receive this item (must be or over):

Your names will appear here, select both or either person

Canned Soda Package $11.50 6 cans for the price of 5

Choose any six canned sodas listed below in any combination for the price of five: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Diet Sprite, orange soda, soda water, tonic water, ginger ale.

Canned Soda Package $11.50 6 cans for the price of 5

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New Grounds Coffee Package$35.65 per person (15 beverages)

Save 20% with our New Grounds Coffee Package that includes 15 hot or cold specialty coffee drinks along with unlimited brewed coffee and premium tea for the duration of the cruise.

This offer is not available on board the ship. It must be purchased at least 4 days before sailing.

New Grounds Coffee Package$35.65 per person (15 beverages)

Select which passengers will receive this item (must be or over):

I don't consider myself a coffee snob, but on my last Princess Cruise, I probably would have

used this coffee package for a premium coffee.  I did not like the "free" coffee at the buffet.

The following packages are for delivery to your stateroom. As a reminder, you may bring one bottle of wine per person on board in Dublin. Pack a corkscrew.

I expect you may be able to bring a bottle aboard at other ports as well, since Europe is more lax in enforcing the policy of only at embarkation.

5-for-4 Dos Equis Package $25.30 5 bottles for the price of 4

Crisp and refreshing Dos Equis is made from pure spring water and the choicest hops. Buy four Dos Equis (12 oz bottles) and get the fifth beer free. Delivered to the stateroom.

5-for-4 Dos Equis Package $25.30 5 bottles for the price of 4

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5-for-4 Heineken Package $25.30 5 bottles for the price of 4

Enjoy the distinctive flavor and clarity of Heineken that comes from a longer brewing process. Buy four Heineken (12 oz bottles) and get the fifth beer free. Delivered to the stateroom.

5-for-4 Heineken Package $25.30 5 bottles for the price of 4

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5-for-4 Budweiser Package $28.75 5 bottles for the price of 4

Classic Budweiser is a medium-bodied, flavorful American-style lager. Buy four Budweiser (16 oz aluminum cans) and get the fifth beer free. Delivered to the stateroom.

5-for-4 Budweiser Package $28.75 5 bottles for the price of 4

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5-for-4 Bud Light Package $26.45 5 bottles for the price of 4

Bud Light offers great smooth taste with fewer calories than regular Budweiser. Buy four Bud Light (16 oz aluminum cans) and get the fifth beer free. Delivered to the stateroom.

5-for-4 Bud Light Package $26.45 5 bottles for the price of 4

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Bottled Water Package $6.90 for 12 (500 ml) bottles

12 (500 ml) bottles of water conveniently delivered to the stateroom. Price includes service charge.

For pre-purchase ONLY through Gift Guide or Cruise Personalizer

Bottled Water Package $6.90 for 12 (500 ml) bottles

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More British Isles Cruise News

A short break from the Luxury Land tour news to share some Cruise News!

I am posting today to share a bit about life on board the Crown Princess and during our touring of Ireland.

These helpful tips will surely make your packing and planning easier for our 12 day cruise on the Crown Princess, whether you are beginning your journey or transferring from the Dazzling Ireland Luxury Land tour.

Click here to watch a 3 minute video of the Crown Princess.

1. How do you pack for a 10 day land tour AND a 12 day cruise? 

A. We have 2 special dinners in Ireland, and 2 formal nights on the Crown Princess.  Ladies might bring 2 outfits and wear them in Ireland and then again on the ship. A cocktail dress, a fancy top/palazzo pants, or a maxi-dress will work for your special evenings, along with your "faux" jewels, a wrap & shoes.  Remember we are sailing quite north of Dublin, so this won't be your Caribbean style bare shoulder outfit, but rather plan for a cool spring environment.  

Men will need a sport jacket, dress shirt & tie (roll tie up and put it in a pair of shoes; pick a dark color if only bringing one jacket and it will work for the ship as well. 

B. Ireland is casual, so feel free to bring denim jeans, khakis, yoga pants, or leggings, for daytrips and shore excursions. Layers is always key, as we may experience warm to cool in the same day.  You should have 2 pairs of shoes to switch between on shore excursions or on our Ireland itinerary.  At least one pair needs to be waterproof.  If you want to bring athletic shoes bring any color BUT white. Don't stand out as a tourist.  Be sure shoes are well broken in and comfortable for cobblestones and uneven surfaces.

Here are some casual wear photo ideas to get you started. A blazer is the perfect piece to wear on the plane, just in case there's a chance for an upgrade you'll look the part. Carry-on your trench coat. And wear shoes that come off easily for security screening.

 Decide on which items you will wear more than once and coordinate accent colors for variety.  Any color can be your neutral color.  On my trip to Ireland, navy was my base color and green was my accent color

AFTER the Land Tour:

• Day 10, experience NO extra checked baggage fees! Use the Princess laundry.
• For your convenience, Princess vessels have self-service launderettes where washers, dryers and laundry products are available for a negligible charge. Please note that irons/ironing boards are available in the self-service laundry rooms. Ironing and using personal clothes steamers are not permitted in any stateroom. Although rare, on certain itineraries environmental regulations relating to the consumption of water may impact the operating hours of the launderettes. These restrictions, when applicable will be posted in the Princess Patter (your evening newspaper).
• The price is subject to change, but expect to pay about $3 per washer and $3 per dryer load.
• Detergents and Softeners are available for approximately $1.25 a box.