By: Michele Benard, a Marvelous Mouse Travels agent
One of the number one questions I get is, "are the drink packages worth it?" That all depends on you...so let's break it down.
Royal Caribbean has three packages, and each is different. You can also opt to buy as you go, but a package could actually save you money.
The Drink packages are sold a daily fixed rate. The various plans provide guests with unlimited drinks that can be used at any bar or restaurant on Royal Caribbean ships (and private destinations).
Before you purchase a drink package you need to determine how many drinks you think you will drink in a day. If you think you will drink 5-6 a day, then it is worth it for you.
This drink package pretty much includes all beverages onboard that do not contain any alcohol. It is popular with older children and those that like having juices, coffee and teas.
For each guests that purchases this package, it includes
The price per night of the Refreshment Package is $29.00 per guest (excluding gratuity).
The Classic Soda package is what was once called by many guests, "the soda card". It is unlimited soda and quite popular with kids.
For each guests that purchases this package, it includes
The price per night of the Classic Soda Package is $12.99 per guest (excluding gratuity).
It offers "the best of both worlds," with access to nearly the entire stock of beverages with or without liquor. Enjoy virtually unlimited combinations on everything from cocktails with top-shelf spirits to premium teas and every beverage in between.
For each guests that purchases this package, it includes
The Deluxe Beverage Package includes drinks with liquor up to $13 in value. Drinks that are served in a souvenir cup/glass/mug and/or drinks served inside fruit (i.e. pineapples) are not included with the drink package, however a portion of the drink price is subsidized by the beverage package. The price per night of the Deluxe Beverage package varies from ship to ship, and sailing to sailing.
Due to the varying prices across the fleet, I won’t publish any kind of pricing here. If purchased prior to your cruise on the Cruise Planner site, the Deluxe Beverage package often costs between $48 - $79 per guest, per night (excluding gratuity).
There is no drink limit per day or per cruise, but it is limited to one drink per order. If multiple people are ordering, the bartender will take your Sea Pass card.
I recommend doing the math to see if one of these packages are for you. Keep in mind that prices are subject to change. Also check Cruise Planner often; sometimes they will run specials on drink packages.
Please reach out to Michele, an agent with Marvelous Mouse Travels to plan your next vacation or you may contact Marvelous Mouse Travels
