Princess Cruises offers optional packages to enhance your cruise experience, providing value through bundled amenities like drinks, Wi-Fi, dining, and more. The Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages, alongside standalone options, allow passengers to customize their journey while maintaining flexibility and transparency. Most packages can be booked pre-cruise via the Princess app or onboard, ensuring a tailored vacation.

In this Article:

  1. The Ultimate Guide to Princess Cruises
  2. What’s Included with Your Princess Cruises
  3. Accommodations on Princess Cruises
  4. Dining and Bars on Princess Cruises
  5. Entertainment and Activities on Princess Cruises
  6. Available Packages on Princess Cruises
  7. Loyalty Program on Princess Cruises
  8. Kids Programs on Princess Cruises
  9. Destinations and Itineraries on Princess Cruises
  10. Payment Policy on Princess Cruises

Princess Plus Package

The Princess Plus package, priced at $60 USD per person per day, bundles key amenities for a comprehensive experience, offering over $140 in daily value. Effective May 1, 2025, purchases made less than 96 hours before departure incur a $5 USD daily surcharge if booked onboard. This package is ideal for guests seeking convenience and moderate inclusions. Included features are:

  • Plus Beverage Package: Covers drinks up to $15 USD each, including cocktails, wine, beer, fountain sodas, specialty coffees, bottled water (500ml), and unlimited juice bar offerings. A 25% discount applies to wine bottles and larger water bottles. Guests under 21 receive the Zero-Alcohol Package.
  • Wi-Fi: Unlimited MedallionNet Max Wi-Fi for one device per guest, providing high-speed connectivity for streaming and video calls, typically powered by Starlink.
  • Crew Appreciation: Pre-paid gratuities ($17–$19 per person daily, based on stateroom type) for dining and housekeeping staff.
  • Casual Dining: Two meals at casual venues like Alfredo’s Pizzeria, Kai Sushi, or Salty Dog Gastropub, each including one starter, entrée, and dessert.
  • Additional Perks: Two premium desserts daily (e.g., gelato at Gelateria), two fitness classes (e.g., Pure Barre, Yoga Six), unlimited juice bar drinks, and waving the one-time OceanNow delivery fee ($14.99 USD) for app-based orders, plus free room service delivery.

Princess Premier Package

Enjoying a high-quality meal at the steakhouse on a Princess cruise ship

The Princess Premier package, priced at $90 USD per person per day, offers an all-inclusive experience with unlimited dining and enhanced connectivity, valued at over $257 daily. From May 1, 2025, onboard purchases or those within 96 hours of departure cost an additional $5 USD daily. This package suits guests desiring premium flexibility. Included features are:

  • Premier Beverage Package: Unlimited drinks up to $20 USD each, including top-shelf spirits, 40+ wines by the glass, 20+ crafted cocktails by mixologist Rob Floyd, and all Plus package beverages. A 25% discount applies to wine bottles.
  • Wi-Fi: Unlimited MedallionNet Max Wi-Fi for four devices per guest, ensuring seamless connectivity across devices.
  • Crew Appreciation: Pre-paid gratuities, identical to Princess Plus.
  • Dining: Unlimited meals at casual dining venues and unlimited specialty dining at restaurants like Crown Grill, Sabatini’s, or The Catch by Rudi, with no extra charges for menu items (excluding special events).
  • Additional Perks: Unlimited premium desserts, unlimited fitness classes, a photo package (unlimited digital images and three 8×10 prints), reserved theater seating for production shows, Princess Prizes (a chance to win prizes via stateroom door portals), and free OceanNow and room service delivery.

Standalone Drink Packages

For guests not opting for Plus or Premier, standalone drink packages are available:

  • Classic Soda Package: $14.99 USD daily, covering fountain sodas, juices, and mocktails.
  • Zero-Alcohol Package: $29.99 USD daily, including specialty coffees, teas, smoothies, and Red Bull, ideal for non-drinkers or guests under 21.
  • Plus Beverage Package: $64.99 USD daily (plus 18% service charge), matching the Princess Plus drink inclusions.
  • Premier Beverage Package: $84.99 USD daily (plus 18% service charge), matching the Princess Premier drink inclusions.

Spa and Wellness Packages

Lotus Spa treatments like massages or facials require payment. Spa packages bundle services (e.g., massage, facial, thermal suite access) for savings, bookable via the Princess app or onboard.

Shore Excursions

Shore excursions, priced separately, include activities like zip-lining in Alaska, wine tastings in Tuscany, or snorkeling in the Caribbean. Pre-booking via the Princess app ensures availability and simplifies planning.

Booking and Value

Packages are available for all stateroom types and can be added pre-cruise or onboard via the Princess app or Guest Services. Princess Plus and Premier offer over 50% savings compared to individual purchases, per Princess Cruises data, and can be combined with promotions like military discounts or Captain’s Circle benefits. Guests under 21 receive age-appropriate drink packages, ensuring inclusivity. These packages streamline costs, enhance flexibility, and elevate the cruise experience, making them a smart choice for most travelers.