Tony1878 Posted January 11, 2015 #1 Share Posted January 11, 2015 My DW has sent me on a mission to find out what shops there are on board the Royal Princess. Is there anywhere that I can find out please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruiseprincess Posted January 11, 2015 #2 Share Posted January 11, 2015 The same overpriced items as any other Princess ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony1878 Posted January 11, 2015 Author #3 Share Posted January 11, 2015 The same overpriced items as any other Princess ship. Thanks, but seeing as I haven't been on a Princess Cruise before, that's what I am trying to find out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loonbeam Posted January 11, 2015 #4 Share Posted January 11, 2015 There are two main merch shops. The names escape me, one is clothing, sundries, souvenirs, candy, etc and also has the duty free section. The other had more upscale merch (handbags, etc). There was a main jewelry shop plus another small one. Celebrations stocked candy and also had the flower display. The photo area handles cameras, etc. Was not active on our cruise but I think there may be a sundries shop in the pool area as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janetz Posted January 12, 2015 #5 Share Posted January 12, 2015 (edited) Shops are listed, deck 7 and are nothing special. :) http://www.princess.com/news/backgrounders_and_fact_sheets/factsheet/Royal-Princess-Deck-by-Deck.html#.VLMQlcItAcA Edited January 12, 2015 by janetz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverbird Posted January 12, 2015 #6 Share Posted January 12, 2015 On Deck 5 you will find Celebrations. This shop offers candies, flowers, and small gifts suitable for celebrations. On Deck 7 you will find the Calypso Cove which sells general merchandise, souvenirs, clothing, booze, medical supplies. Essence sells perfume and beauty products while Facets has finer jewelry and watches ($$$). Meridian Bay has a collection of lower-cost jewelry, handbags, some clothing for formal nights. There certainly is a variety and I am sure you will find whatever you are seeking in one of these shops. If you have further questions, I will try to answer them for you. SilverBird Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmwnc1959 Posted January 12, 2015 #7 Share Posted January 12, 2015 (edited) Hi Tony1878, Welcome to the Princess Cruises Forum on Cruise Critic. Here are a few pictures to illustrate the (actual) answers you got from our helpful members ;) : Calypso Cove Essence Edited January 12, 2015 by dmwnc1959 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmwnc1959 Posted January 12, 2015 #8 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Meridian Bay Facets (on top level of atrium) (the back side of the store) Celebrations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmwnc1959 Posted January 12, 2015 #9 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Towards the end of the cruise they'll have a 'yard sale' in the Symphony Dining room just off of the atrium lower level... SALE in the Dining Room Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmwnc1959 Posted January 12, 2015 #10 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Despite the 'they're nothing special' and its the 'same overpriced items as any other Princess ship' comments, I rather enjoyed the ships stores and enjoyed browsing through them. I did buy several souvenirs and other items, and glad I took the opportunity to do so. Enjoy your cruise! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruiseprincess Posted January 12, 2015 #11 Share Posted January 12, 2015 The best part about the liquor sales for us is the fact that they'll match any prices we get at any port plus a 10% Elite discount. Other than that I doubt if my wife has purchased 1 item in 20 years except the the 1 special sale held each cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmwnc1959 Posted January 12, 2015 #12 Share Posted January 12, 2015 The best part about the liquor sales for us is the fact that they'll match any prices we get at any port plus a 10% Elite discount. Other than that I doubt if my wife has purchased 1 item in 20 years except the the 1 special sale held each cruise. We are all different, especially when it comes to shopping: some are shopaholics, some buy the occasional souvenir, others take spread sheets with them to ensure they are getting the best deals on watches and jewelry. I don't drink alcohol - or should I say, very, very rarely - but I do buy what I enjoy. This is one of the purchases I made last cruise...it was a $50 box of English Toffee marked down to just $5 (it was VERY tasty and delicious!!!) that came in this commemorative box, and I bought nine of them - giving a couple as gifts to folks on our B2B, some as Meet and Greet prizes, and kept one for myself... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverbird Posted January 12, 2015 #13 Share Posted January 12, 2015 If the DW has a "Pandora" type bracelet, many beads are available in the Meridian Bay shop. Most have a nautical theme while others are quite colorful. She might enjoy adding to her collection or even starting a new one!! The Sea Witch (Princess logo) and a replica of the Royal Princess are available. I have several beads which I use either on my bracelet or on a necklace. They are a nice remembrance of my travels. I wish you fair winds and calm seas. Enjoy your cruise. SilverBird Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
partybarbie Posted January 12, 2015 #14 Share Posted January 12, 2015 I buy all of my Estee Lauder make-up on the ship. It not only costs less, there's no sales tax. In November, the Island Princess had a special on cigarettes and DH was able to buy them at $2.00 a pack. Some of the ships are getting new stores. The Island has an Effy store now, and I believe the Diamond has higher-end stores too (just in case you have a chance to cruise on those ships). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruiseprincess Posted January 12, 2015 #15 Share Posted January 12, 2015 We are all different, especially when it comes to shopping: some are shopaholics, some buy the occasional souvenir, others take spread sheets with them to ensure they are getting the best deals on watches and jewelry. I don't drink alcohol - or should I say, very, very rarely - but I do buy what I enjoy. This is one of the purchases I made last cruise...it was a $50 box of English Toffee marked down to just $5 (it was VERY tasty and delicious!!!) that came in this commemorative box, and I bought nine of them - giving a couple as gifts to folks on our B2B, some as Meet and Greet prizes, and kept one for myself... I like just the box. Keep the toffee. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmberTeka Posted January 12, 2015 #16 Share Posted January 12, 2015 I used to buy at least one bottle of Shalimar cologne or perfume on each cruise, but I find Guerlain is not carried so much anymore. I did buy a watch once, and when home matched it to another Fossil watch in my favorite dept. store, and I had saved about $20 bucks. It was an emergency situation, and the watch was not that expensive anyway, but I still have it, it is still ticking, and I still like it. i buy make up in the shops too. Much cheaper and you cannot beat the light coming in from the windows. It is easy to get a good skin color match. Once I forgot to bring hair spray. That was an emergency. So I would up paying over $20 for a small can of hair spray. It was the BEST hairspray I have ever used, but I did not purchase another can. I forgot to bring a comb and brush one time. I keep the small brush I paid a good bit for as a reminder to keep a bag packed with essentials year round. I enjoy the shops. My daughter and son in law run marathons. So I always get them a Tee Shirt. Always buy a toy for my grandchild, and if I can find a Fossil pocketbook, get one I think my daughter will like and put it aside until Christmas. I find the prices fair. I like not paying tax. When we take our daughter and her family with us, my SIL always buys some liquor for his Dad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loge23 Posted January 12, 2015 #17 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Sometimes I can't help but to be envious of some of my fellow CC'ers who apparently dine in the finest restaurants every night, live like royalty with exceptional servants catering to their every need, and only shop in the best stores with the best prices. But, as a schlump, I kind of enjoy the onboard shops and find the merchandise and prices in line with my expectations. If you are a new cruiser to Princess, watch for the daily special tables they set up outside the shops - they are fun to browse whether you see something you want or not. Each day it may be tee-shirts, watches, jewelry, etc Also found that the booze prices are very competitive with shore shops and significantly better than stateside shops. Enjoy your cruise! Remember, it's a vacation - not an accreditation site visit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin' Chick Posted January 12, 2015 #18 Share Posted January 12, 2015 A couple of times I did check out the outlet sale. But usually the items are ones that I don't care for, or else find that even the special prices a bit much. There was a cotton shirt that I would have bought if less money, but checked the price in the ship's store for the same item, and it was the same price. So not much of a sale, was it? I try to remember to bring all the sundries and meds we may need. I did run out of bandaids on our last cruise (had a toe owie and underestimated my need) so I did buy a package. I would rather spend a lot less and also have the items I need as the stores aren't open all of the time. We often will buy a logo tee shirt. But we aren't major consumers of alcohol nor am I a big jewelry fan (usually I just wear my wedding ring and a pair of inexpensive earrings as long as they're for sensitive ears). I usually save my souvenir shopping for in port but if there's items that the ship has that are musts for you, so be it. Same stores on all the Princess ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy2cruise Posted January 12, 2015 #19 Share Posted January 12, 2015 I buy all of my Estee Lauder make-up on the ship. It not only costs less, there's no sales tax. o Agree with you;)...I buy my Clinique items on board and husband buys his colognes. On top of lower prices and not sales tax, we do get Elite 10% off:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony1878 Posted January 12, 2015 Author #20 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Thank you everyone for taking the time to reply. DW loved the photographs of the shops :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crochetcruise Posted January 13, 2015 #21 Share Posted January 13, 2015 (edited) THANK YOU JANETZ! While I'll be on the Golden Princess in 2016, your link enabled me to find out which shop, Calypso Cove, to make a beeline for. Great help! Crochetcruise :cool: Edited January 13, 2015 by crochetcruise Spelling error *embarrassed blush* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janetz Posted January 13, 2015 #22 Share Posted January 13, 2015 (edited) THANK YOU JANETZ! While I'll be on the Golden Princess in 2016, your link enabled me to find out which shop, Calypso Cove, to make a beeline for. Great help! Crochetcruise :cool: Your welcome! My dh goes to all the shops, multiple times. Enjoy your cruise. :D Edited January 13, 2015 by janetz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Woobstr112G Posted January 13, 2015 #23 Share Posted January 13, 2015 On Deck 5 you will find Celebrations. This shop offers candies, flowers, and small gifts suitable for celebrations. On Deck 7 you will find the Calypso Cove which sells general merchandise, souvenirs, clothing, booze, medical supplies. Essence sells perfume and beauty products while Facets has finer jewelry and watches ($$$). Meridian Bay has a collection of lower-cost jewelry, handbags, some clothing for formal nights. There certainly is a variety and I am sure you will find whatever you are seeking in one of these shops. If you have further questions, I will try to answer them for you. SilverBird I actually liked Facets, or should I say DW really liked it:D. They had a bigger selection than on other ships. Their Tag Heuer selection was also very nice.....:):):) Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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