Passengers will soon have to pay more to travel on Princess Cruises.
The cruise line is increasing its “Crew Appreciation Fee,” a daily fee per guest that will be automatically added to their onboard accounts “to recognize the efforts of a variety of crew members who contribute to the experiences of all our guests.”
The money raised from this additional fee will be collected and distributed among crew members working in various departments throughout the year – many of whom rotate between different ships – as compensation and bonuses.
The amount added to guests' accounts for Crew Compliment is based on the stateroom category:
- Guests Suites An additional fee of $19 per person per day must be paid.
- Guests Mini Suites, Cabanas and Club Class An additional fee of $18 per person per day must be paid.
- Guests All other stateroom types An additional fee of $17 per person per day must be paid.
Passengers have “absolute discretion” to adjust the amount while on the ship — but it can only be adjusted before disembarking, and is non-refundable once the cruise ends.
“We pride ourselves on the excellent satisfaction of our guests and our onboard team is available to promptly resolve any concerns you may have about your cruise,” As stated on the Princess Cruises website,
“If for any reason you are left dissatisfied, the Crew Compliment amount may be adjusted, at our discretion, at any time during the cruise, as long as you settle your account prior to disembarking.”
a spokesperson said USA Today Crew appreciation increases will be applied on the same schedule as line updates Princess Premier PackageThe program is as follows:
- Magical Princess: August 31
- Majestic Princess; Sky Princess: September 1
- Crown Princess: 2 September
- Ruby Princess: September 3
- Grand Princess: September 4
- Emerald Princess; Discovery Princess; Sun Princess: September 7
- Caribbean Princess; Regal Princess: September 12
- Royal Princess; Sapphire Princess: September 14
- Island Princess: September 25
- Diamond Princess: September 26
- Coral Princess: October 17
