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You can also use the web-based version of the app. Just log in to Princess.com, select check-in, and it will tell you to use the app. But, in small print, they provide the link to the web version...

When you open up the app, scroll right and there is a tab in the middle for "boarding pass". Click on that. Should work...

Just another thread on this well-worn topic, but hopefully this will help some folks... Questions about medallions: 1. How do I order? 2. When do I order? 3. How much does it cost? 4. When are they shipped? 5. How long does shipping take? 6. When do I receive a digital boarding pass/barcode? Here we go... 1. Order the medallions on the Princess app. I do it as part of the check-in process, so I don't forget. 2. I'm not certain of this, but I've heard that you need to place the order no less than 30 days from embarkation. It may be slightly less. 3. It costs $10 in the US to have them shipped; not sure about Canada. I do not believe they ship internationally beyond Canada yet. This fee is waived if you have the Plus or Premier package. 4. This will vary slightly, but approximately 15 to 20 days prior to embarkation, you will receive an email from "notifications@ocean.com" telling you that your shipment is on its way. Check your spam folders, because that's where mine always ends up. In that email, they give you the tracking number. Another poster here turned me on to a great website to track your medallions through their journey to you. Go to "www.parcelsapp.com" and enter the tracking number, and you will see every single movement the package makes! 5. Again, this will vary depending on your itinerary and your mailing address. In my case, I received the first email 18 days out; the medallions arrived 5 days later. I live in Arizona, and my trip leaves from Galveston. The medallions were shipped from China to Carson, California by a third party service; then they were turned over to the US Postal Service and delivered by mail. 6. Approximately 11 days prior to embarkation, you will see a boarding barcode appear on the Princess app. Sometimes the staff at the port will ask to see that. Other times, just show them your medallion. In either case, I don't believe the barcode is necessary or even used anymore (since we no longer have assigned boarding times). Hope this helps - I know Princess doesn't communicate this process, and new travelers have to wing it...

Thanks!

I'll be interested to learn when you are officially in international waters and your drink package kicks in. If you leave at 3:00, my guess would be around 5:00. Please let us know. Thanks and bon voyage...

Just go to the Concierge Lounge - they have an espresso machine there that is available 24x7. Cookies overnight and pastries are brought in around 6am.

Other than Tito's (my favorite vodka), I'm not sure about top-shelf brands to recommend. I agree that it makes financial sense to buy the package (tips, multi-device wi-fi, etc.). I'm not a big drinker, either, but I use these cruises as a time to experiment. I try drinks that I've never had before but am curious about. That way I don't feel guilty if I take a sip and leave the rest. I also have port wine with cheese for dessert (don't normally do) or get dessert drinks (also out of the norm). Just my two cents worth...

I don't know if Sanctuary is for adults only, but there is a charge to use it (sorry, I don't know how much). The Retreat area is just outside the Sanctuary, and that is a free adults-only area and pool. Hope that helps a little...

That's great to hear... I'll be boarding in 4 weeks. Looking forward to it...

OK, now for the really dumb question... how do you know if you've won anything?

I understand that the state of Texas prohibits the sale of non-Texan alcohol while the ship is docked. OK; whatever. Politics. I can handle it. I've also seen the current menu for drinks offered prior to entering international waters. Again, OK. I can handle it - particularly if Princess gives me $25 OBC. It's certainly not bad enough to ruin a good vacation! My question is whether the concierge lounge for suite guests abides by the same ruling. They usually offer champagne upon boarding; I'd really hate to miss that! And, no, I'm not a problem drinker... LOL. Thanks in advance for your help.

Actually, they do charge you $78 if you pre-book the first night. Just tell the Concierge when you board and they will credit your account.

Thanks for clarifying…. I’m sure I’ll enjoy it.

I guess it is similar to a mini-suite on Princess. Lesson learned for next time…

Thank you! So, I guess I’ll need to bring some stash on board with me. Or purchase a beverage package…

Is a PH suite considered a full suite on Oceania? Are you saying I will have a minibar with booze in that level suite on Oceania? Another person replied that only sodas are provided; no alcohol. Thanks - sorry for the confusion.

Not really relevant... my question is about Oceania suites. But, FWIW, I am Elite and am a full suite passenger on Princess.

I don't mean to hijack the thread, but my question is along the same lines... I am a Princess cruiser taking my first Oceania cruise in June. Are there mini-bars in the cabins? I'll be in a PH1 suite. And, if so, are they pre-stocked (for free)? How many mini-bottles and what are they? Is there a fridge and, if so, what is in it? On Princess, they have both a fridge and a mini--bar with about a dozen small bottles of booze. Beer is in the fridge (along with sodas, mixers). You can swap them out if you want (in various combinations). Just wondering if Oceania has something similar. Thanks in advance...

I will be traveling on the Regal in February. I’ve cruised on her previously, but not for several years. I understand she received a refurb in May, 2022. What state is she in? Is she starting to look her age? Thanks in advance…

Thanks for the comments... I think it could be a valid complaint about the Discovery (and, yes, I did mention it in my post-cruise survey). I've been on 24 Princess cruises, and these 2 trips on Discovery were the only time I experienced such discomfort. My next two are scheduled on Regal and Majestic - fingers crossed things will be better. Thanks also to the poster who suggested telling the room steward to add a topper; I'll keep that in mind in case I run into it again!

All, I have a question - and I'm being serious here - not trying to be snarky... Several years ago, I took a Princess cruise and fell in love with their mattresses. They were called Princess Luxury Bed Mattresses, and they were available for purchase online. I loved it so much, I ordered one for my home. The website is still live, and they sell them with Princess branding still in place. Flash forward in time to post-COVID travel... In 2023, I completed 2 trips on Princess (in aft suites on Discovery; 2 different cabins). The dang bed was so hard, I actually got a bruise on my hip! Does anybody know what happened to the good mattresses????? Again - I'm not being snarky - I really do want to know if anyone can tell me why they took the good mattresses away... Thanks in advance.

Discovery will be transitioning from Seattle to Los Angeles in early October. Her first cruise from there is October 7. The menu will possibly be different from the Alaska menus currently in place...

I just sailed on Discovery, and we ate at Bistro Sur La Mer one night. The service was extremely slow (they just don't have enough wait staff onboard), and I was dissatisfied with both the limited menu and the quality of the food. I'd vote for Sabatini's instead...

I just sailed on the Discovery, and the bartenders and wait staff were far and few between. I regularly waited up to 30 minutes to get a drink during Happy Hour times; dinners took over 2 hours every night. I felt so bad for the staff - they were working their butts off; just weren't enough of them to support the 3800 passengers.

I was just on the Discovery, and we received the fruit bowl, canapes, and strawberries. I chatted with my room steward and told him he could have all of them. I said he could order canapes every day if he wanted them, too. The stewards seem to like the food, so why not let them eat it? We are so spoiled in suites - no way I could ever eat that much food!