That little hand went up again. I was wondering what the sparkling wine/champagne is. Pay aset price and enjoy unlimited drinks throughout thesailing, from the minute you board. Starting with your onboard credit ($350). We were at the pool. The price to upgrade does vary based on a number of factors. We have excursions planned for Juneau and Skagway. Well, when it comes to beverages onboard the ship, you will have the options of juice, water, and coffee all day long at select beverage stations throughout the ship. Very useful. But the line's most impressive list, which boasts more than 40 beers, can only be found at the Gastrobar on Celebrity Equinox. Below is a sample Gastrobar menu with the line's most comprehensive beer list. Its just a factor I need to consider before deciding whether to take one of these drinks packages. Hi Preferably on Celebrity Solstice. As for time on shore, that really depends on the itinerary and your travel preferences. All beverage packages are priced as per person, per day. This drink package entitles guests to beers, spirits, cocktails, liqueurs, frozen drinks, and wines by the glass for up to $10 per serving. Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Rated ships: Celebrity Apex, Flora and Millennium. The cost of alcoholic drinks on cruise vessels particularly cocktails can be pricey. Hi! Watching our Niece and Nephew. This package includes all beers, cocktails, top-shelf liquor, and wines by the glass up to $15 per drink. Ill look for your review on that as well. Follow along as we share our travel tips, cruise reviews, information on ports of call, and the latest cruise news to help you plan the ultimate cruise vacation. One of the great things about a package is that you can try new drinks and experiment a little and not worry about the costs. allowed drink price on the website it states $13 but when on board this is $15 The website price does not include tax.Have just returned from another great cruise on the Elipse and can confirm that the Aqua Spar cafe does accept the premium package for smoothies or the fruit available in a glass with Greek Yogurt They will make up what you require. Thanks again! However, if you purchase a drink package, you only pay this gratuity at the time of purchase. Choose from beers up to $6.00 per serving, cocktails, liqueurs, spirits, and frozen drinks up to $8.00 per serving, and wine-by-the-glass up to $9.00 per serving, throughout the cruise. Where are you going in June? I get the all inclusive non-alcoholic package. Thanks for reading and let us know if you have any other questions. Select 3/more bottles at $75/more each to receive savings of 15%. According to the Celebrity Website, the limit is still $13 (http://www.celebritycruises.com/onboard-celebrity/onboard-beverage-packages?pagename=onboard_beverage_packages_overview#onboard_beverage_packages_premium_classic_tab/onboard/asrPanel%3Fpagename=onboard_beverage_packages_premium_classic_), but of course that information could be old. I usually find the amount I spend is close to the cost of premium but does away with signed slips of paper! Beverage packages are available on most 2+ day sailings except for 2- or 3-day sailings from Southampton, England. Hi Yes you can purchase on board for part of the cruise only. They just have to book the cruise and make at least one payment towards the vacation. We love specialty coffees, martinis and Pellegrino water. Hi we are sailing on celebrity in august . Yes, you are correct the drink package is much more than just alcohol; lattes, vitamin water, and other premium non-alcoholic drinks. I Took a Northern Lights Cruise Heres What I Packed (Clothes, Accessories & More). My wife and I have a free classic drinks package on the celebrity eclipse next year. It has a flavor profile that is complex, fruity, acidic, and sour. We are pleased to offer our Celebrity Elegance wines that are created exclusively for Celebrity Cruises by Kendall-Jacksons Winemaster Randy Ullom. Now, the final thing you need to consider when deciding if a Celebrity Cruise drink package is right for you is the new All Included package. The currentCelebrity Cruises alcohol policy ensures the line's security and health standards. Were having trouble finding a straight answer on the size of the soda cans. If you want a truly all-inclusive cruise, this package is your best option when sailing with Celebrity Cruises. It would be great if you could let us know so we could include the figures in our post. From what Ive read, the packages do not include the mini bar or even drinks in the staterooms. If youre taking a cruise on the Celebrity Silhouette, check out or cabin guide here: Celebrity Silhouette Cabins Honest Reviews and Cabins to Avoid. I found out the Hard Way. Happy Sailing. One Premium Frozen Daiquiri, Please. Cheers. We normally cruise RCCL but going on this cruise for mom and dads 50th anniversary. Hi DB, great review. If you opt for the All Included price, you can pay to upgrade from the Classic to Premium drink package. Or is it possible to start with the classic package and upgrade to the premium when we get on board and can see the wines offered? One thought, could we take our HydroFlask on the ship and just fill up with water as needed? You are better off paying the $10-$12 a night for that drink and then paying the $20 (plus service fee) for the non-alcoholic premium to get the lattes and bottled waters. While we do not have new menus for Celebrity, I would suspect that Prosseco is probably not covered as it is usually house wines in the Classic Package. Regardless of how much we consume, we do like having a beverage package for the added convenience. I believe that Celebrity requires both adults in the cabin to have the same drink package. Appreciate the comment, which ship are you sailing on? Let us know if you have any other questions. Celebrity customer service said regular size but were skeptical given the $2.00 price tag (we expected much more for a regular size). Excellent as an aperitif or during meals, and particularly suitable for all first courses. Thanks Gail for reading. Thanks for reading. But, if you did buy the drink package you are charged a 15% service charge, and this above the $12 a day charge. Those who wish to bring personal wine with them at the beginning of the voyage may do so, but limited to only 2 bottles per stateroom. Looking forward to it. Thanks for the question. Thanks Rich for your feedback on your Royal Caribbean International beverage package experience. Unfortunately, the brands change quite frequently on the ships, and sometimes they vary during an actually sailing. That does make sense, thank you! I thought MMMM, that looks good. However, if you dont drink alcohol, then it does not make sense to upgrade. SCORE BIG ON CELEBRITY CRUISES BY BOOKING NOW! Hi Elaine, However, you can upgrade to the All Included price. Many lines, like sister company Royal Caribbean, do not include soda cans as part of the package; however, it does not cover room service or the mini-bar. So we could get these wines with the classic package, but were wondering if it might be worth upgrading to the premium for additional choices? Go to site, Already booked? Happy Sailing. One of my favorite things was to have the premium tea at breakfast and in the afternoon in the Cafe. O'Douls was the first widely marketed non-alcoholic beer, but it is not the best. We just got back from the Southern Caribbean after doing the Adventure of the Seas-you will love the ABC islands. Glad you found the information useful. For example, an ocean-view accommodation includes classic drinks package of wines, house beers, soft drinks, and cocktails. Michael's Club -- on Celebrity Eclipse, Infinity, Equinox, Millennium, Reflection, Summit, Silhouette, Solstice and Constellation -- also has a sizeable list of craft beers for passengers to enjoy. Thanks for reading the blog and reaching out. Let us know if you have any other questions. So I had 5 of those. So what I am reading is: Note: Menus are samples and are subject to change by season, ship and itinerary. Those who violate any of the Celebrity Cruises alcohol policy rules (provide alcohol to people under age 21, over-consume, demonstrate irresponsible behavior, attempt to conceal alcohol at security or luggage checkpoints), maybe not allowed to board or will be disembarked at their own expense. Hi Leona Glad you enjoyed the post. Choose from a wide variety of Caribbean sailings aboard our award-winning fleet, including our revolutionary Edge Series ships. I knew I had made the right choice. Celebrity cruise lines reserve the right to restrict drinking privileges of any passenger, regardless of age. I believe, similar to other drinks, all beers up to a certain price will be covered and then you pay the difference. She is always looking for the latest and greatest adventures onboard and ashore, enjoys researching top things to do in ports of call, and loves dressing up for formal nights. One thing not mentioned is the Aqua Spar bar At breakfast apart from smoothies there is fresh fruit berries etc. With inviting entertainment and great music, Craft Social offers an atmosphere of casual sophistication. Kathy, Im in the same situation as you. I am glad you found the review useful. Hi Michael. You will not be charged any additional gratuities when ordering drinks on the ship. If your husbands drink consumption is not that great, than a package is probably not right for him. Package pricing represents 10% savings off the regular list prices. Enjoy Alaska, it is amazing! Classic Beverage Package. Sounds like you got a great deal for this cruise. NOTE: The list of craft beers found at "Michael's Club" is currently at Cellar Masters on all Celebrity ships excepting Equinox (there they are to be found in the "Gastrobar"). Hi. We too love our specialty coffees and we enjoyed all of the cocktails we had at the Molecular Bar and other venues. Celebrity Cruises is offering Caribbean itineraries aboard the Apex through spring of 2022, and then the ship will sail across the pond for European journeys to destinations like the British. My husband doesnt drink hot drinks, I dont drink a lot of alcohol, but maybe 3 coffees a day. Can you please let me know if they are now included in classic? Thanks Mark for the suggestions and tips! MATILDA, 312, SOFIE, BOURBON COUNTY STOUT, BUDWEISER, COORS BANQUET, MILLER LIGHT, SAMUEL ADAMS, HEINEKEN, STELLA ARTOIS, BLUE MOON, FRANZISKANER. Sounds great. And at the end of our cruise besides tips for our server will I have extra charges for tips for our drinks ? Also included are unlimited sodas during the duration of thecruise. can you just buy a few days on the adult drink package? Thanks again or reading. Thanks for reading Karen. Seems like the info Ive received from the travel agent is vague at best. Present yourSeaPass Card at any restaurant, barorlounge to indicate participation. Perhaps the most popular beverage package is the Classic Drink Package on Celebrity Cruises, currently priced at $89 per person, per day. Hope this makes sense! Receive a $10 coupon toward Celebrity's Riedel Comparative Wine Glass Workshop (two per package). Hi Danny, Glad you found the report useful. The beverage packages cannot be used through Room Service, with the in-stateroom mini-bar, or in Cellar Masters at the Enomatic wine dispensing system. Yes, with the Classic package if a drink is not covered you need to pay the entire cost, not just the difference. Further, these package prices may reflect an additional tax for certain ports or itineraries. Celebrity Cruises always provides a Classic Drink Package, which includes an incredible range of beers, spirits, cocktails, liqueurs, frozen drinks, and wines by the glass for $9 per serving. Package name: Premium Drink Package. However, were traveling with people of varying ages and levels of fitness, so we may slow down a little. I would definitely have ordered some drinks that were strategically priced at $13.50 if Id been able to just pay the difference. Hi Sue, it sounds like the non-alcoholic premium package is really the best option for you, as you indicate only drinking one cocktail at night. The Classic beverage was included on all of the cruises as a perk. Am I mistaken? And this is the first time I have heard of the $14/per day service charge for other services. Based on your calculations the price of one martini daily would cover the cost of the upgrade? I dont want to be nickled and dimed to death, especially for food and drinks, Im relatively new to cruising and am planning one on Celebrity Eclipse next year. If you have a lot of sea days, may be well worth the cost. I like fresh squeeze orange juice, ($4.00) and specialty coffees($6/8.00) Classic only includes premium coffees and tea. Your personal data will be processed and information from your device (cookies, unique identifiers, and other device data) may be stored by, accessed by and shared with third party vendors, or used specifically by this site or app. No matter what package you choose, you are only allowed to get one drink at a time, whether it is alcoholic or non-alcoholic. If you wish to bring your personal wine with you on the boarding/embarkation day, you may do so, but limited to two bottles of 750ml per stateroom. For most ports of call, you are probably there about 8-10 hours, arriving around 8am or 9am and due back on the ship around 4pm or 5pm. I try to drink more water than anything. According to the FAQ, there is a $25 corkage fee when you use the bottle of wine at dinner and bars. To purchase a Beverage Package onboard, visit any bar on the Celebrity ship. Heineken. My query is can the package be utilised in the speciality restaurants without paying the cover charges of those restaurants, of course for the drinks only. Happy sailing. Much appreciated. Thats usually $4 a glass. The size will help me determine whether or not I need to buy a beverage package. Some passengers on Pacific Northwest USA cruise itineraries, for example, reported that they'd purchased wine ashore and consumed it in dining rooms with a corkage fee. Any additional drinks ordered will be charged at current bar prices. Advise your sommelier which wine you would like to have with meals. Required fields are marked *. However, they charge this fee prior to sailing. The Premium package was well worth the costs, and we would definitely do it again! The so called drinks packages are also of buyer beware as over the limits and other charges can be added. If you are not much of a cocktail drinker, then the Classic package should suffice as there are plenty of liqours available on the Classic. We actually cruise on RCCL quite often too, but had a wonderful time on Celebrity Solstice. This package also includes a 15% discount on all wines by the bottle. Any suggestions as to which packages, if any, would be best for us. Celebrity Cruises also offers a non-alcoholic drink package. We will discuss the All Included Package in more detail below. Thanks again! Thanks Robert! They all have their unique, and target a different range of people. However, like sister brand Royal Caribbean, guests may only order one drink at a time with the beverage packages. Thanks for reading and the question. Dont miss out on the Vitamin water (zeros). "Cellar Masters" bar offers a daily wine tasting witha different wine region each day (in the afternoons or evenings) and includesdiscussions with knowledgeable sommeliers. Great comments here. What ship are you cruising on? It's easy to run up a monster bill ordering wine, beer and mixed drinks by the glass on a cruise ship. I just started reading about everything on the Celebrity Cruise Line. They are very useful. We dont drink enough to justify it (we though). On the ship, beverage packages can be used in the Main Restaurant, the casual dining spots, and buffet, any specialty restaurant, plus all lounges and bars. My partner would have a few beers and I enjoy wine and would be trying a few cocktails also. Im curious about the sauvignon blancs and pinot grigios available on the drink packages. Thanks for reading Jason. From the cruiser favorite Martini Bar and Sunset Bar to the unique craft cocktails in the new venue Eden, there are plenty of drinks to be had during your cruise. We are not wine snobs but enjoy a half decent bottle of house red or white. I have read this is no so with the classic package? So, for two people, on a 7 day cruise, the gratuity is around $200. Hi Derek. I plan to purchase the drink package on day 5 of this Transatlantic cruise. Please let us know if you have any other questions. The minimum drinking age on all Celebrity Cruises ships, for all alcoholic beverages, is 21 years of age. On my last 4 celebrity cruises there have been woeful shortages of craft beer. About 12 minutes later. Great question. All Rights Reserved. lol). We sailed in 2014 and the allowance was $13 for wine and drinks on Solstice as that was the price of cocktails in bars such as the Molecular Bar. This upgrade price DOES include the gratuity; thus, you will only be charged this flat fee to upgrade your Celebrity drinks package. I find this useful in the main restaurant. You can check out the drink menus from a recent Celebrity Beyond cruise to see how much your favorite cocktails cost on Celebrity Cruises. All wines are poured into each glass to illustrate how the flavors and aromas of the wine change from glass to glass. I want to know these things before I perhaps pull my deposit out or go for another cruise line that is more forthcoming with their imposed costs. All Included pricing applies to sailings booked and departing on or after January 09, 2023. We are planning an analysis of Royals package soon, as we are currently on Quantum of the Seas, and did the beverage package on this sailing as well as a sailing in January of 2014 on Independence of the Seas. NOTE: Any package must be pre-booked at least four days before the sail date. IncludesPellegrino and/or Perrier sparkling bottled water, Evian still water throughout the sailing. For beers and wines the selections vary on ships, but this file gives you a breakdown of the typical beers available on most Celebrity sailings and indicates which ones are covered on the classic program (https://secure.celebritycruises.com/celebrity/media/celebrity/shared_assets/pdf/Classic-Premium-Bev-Pckgs.pdf). Thank in advance for your assistance. Neither are bottles of liquor or wine purchased onboard. It is also nice to have a balcony, so it is a win-win decision! The All Included rate includes (for most stateroom categories) the Classic Beverage Package, a Basic WiFi package, and gratuities. Any alcohol beverages purchased from Celebrity Cruises ship shops (onboard) or in call ports will be stored by the line and delivered to the staterooms of guests on the last day of sailing. Teens, pregnant guests, and medical exemptions must get the Zero Proof drink package. The Zero Proof Celebrity Cruise drink package is essentially the previously named Premium Non-Alcoholic Package. It may not be for everyone, but we think it is a great value for many! You cannot wait to get back to ship, if you even get off, so you can lay at pool and have some free drinks just like an all inclusive resort. cruise ship drink packages might be waste of money, Cruise News in Review: Top Cruise News Stories of 2014, Eating Every Hotdog on Quantum of the Seas Dynamic Dining Review: SeaPlex Dog House, Celebrity Cruises Introduces Hotels By Celebrity, Celebrity Cruises Continues Its Cruise Restart, Celebrity Cruises Announces Godmother of Celebrity Beyond, https://eatsleepcruise.com/2015/04/compare-cruise-drink-packages-short-vs-long-cruisesn-drink-packages-on-long-vs-short-cruises, http://www.cruisewithgambee.com/celebrity-drink-lists/, http://www.celebritycruises.com/onboard-celebrity/onboard-beverage-packages?pagename=onboard_beverage_packages_overview#onboard_beverage_packages_premium_classic_tab/onboard/asrPanel%3Fpagename=onboard_beverage_packages_premium_classic&ComponentTypeId=30&categoryId=¤cyCode=USD, http://www.celebritycruises.com/onboard-celebrity/onboard-beverage-packages?pagename=onboard_beverage_packages_overview#onboard_beverage_packages_premium_classic_tab/onboard/asrPanel%3Fpagename=onboard_beverage_packages_premium_classic_, https://secure.celebritycruises.com/celebrity/media/celebrity/shared_assets/pdf/Classic-Premium-Bev-Pckgs.pdf, How to Cruise for Cheap: Top Tips and Advice, Virgin Voyages Restaurant Guide with MENUS, Complete Guide to Princess Cruises Drink Packages, Everything You Need to Know About Norwegian's Free at Sea in 2023, Complete Guide to Drink Packages on Carnival (2023), Classic Drink Package- $89 per person, per day, Premium Drink Package- $109 per person, per day, Zero Proof Drink Package (Premium Non-Alcoholic Drink Package)- $30 per person, per day. She is a self-confessed thrill seeker, obsessive planner, and over-packer. If a passenger onboard a Celebrity cruise ship celebrates his/her 21st birthday during the voyage, he/she may ask the Front Desk Manager to modify the records to permit him/her consumption of alcohol during the remainder of the sailing. Keep on cruising. Im a bit confused. Dollar for dollar, I think going with the Classic Beverage package is probably the best move. Cruising for the first time in March! It may be possible to have other cocktails not listed in this list if created with included spirits and juices. I have brewed beer off and on for over 30 years and know a fresh beer from one that has been compromised. Specialty Cocktails: $15-18, with a few higher prices, Classic Beverage Package- $89 per person, per day, Basic WiFi Package- $16.99 per device, per day, Gratuities- $17.50 per person, per day for Inside, Ocean View, and Veranda staterooms, $18 per person, per day for Concierge Class and AquaClass staterooms, and $21 per person, per day for guests of The Retreat. Thanks Steve for the comment. I have used the premium package 4 times. Steve. Good morning, yes the beverage package came with a supposed great deal through a travel agent.now Im finding out that this is a perk that Celebrity gives..oh wellanyway, thanks for the quick response. The special cocktails in the World Class Bar are worth trying all are covered by premium except for 3 cocktails. Sign in to "My Celebrity" at the Celebrity Cruises top of the website page and have a cruise reservation number handy. My bonus are either gratuities paid, or classic alcoholic beverage package. Maybe Ive misunderstood. Imperial, Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob Light, Coors Light, Miller Light, O'Douls Non-Alcoholic, Amstel Light, Heineken, Labatt's Samuel Adams, Corona, Carlsberg, Beck's, Red Stripe, Buckler Non-Alcoholic, San Pellegrino 8 oz, Perrier 11 oz, Evian 11 oz, Colin, Brut, Grand Cru, Blanc de Blanc, Cramant, Moncuit, Brut, Grand Cru, Blanc de Blanc, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Mandois, Cuve Celebrity, Brut, Premier Cru, Grande Rserve, Pierry, Nicolas Feuillate, Blanc de Blanc, Epernay, Mandois, Cuve Celebrity, Brut Ros, Premier Cru, Grand Resrve, Pierry, Chablis, Premier Cru, Joseph Drouhin, Burgundy, Chardonnay, Casa Lapostolle, Cuve Alexandre, Colchagua Valley, Fume Blanc, Murphy Goode, Alexander Valley, Sauvignon Blanc, Brancott, Reserve, Marlborough, Riesling, Leasingham, Bin 7, Clare Valley, Tocai Fruliano, La Roncaia, Fantinel, Colli Orientali del Friuli, Ros, Jean Luc Colombo, Cte Bleue, Provence, Barbera DAlba, Alfredo Prunotto, Piedmont, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sequoia Grove, Napa Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon, Stonestreet, Alexander Valley, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Mont Redon, Rhne Valley, Pinot Noir, Benton Lane, Willamette Valley, Shiraz, Greg Norman Estates, Limestone Coast, South Australia, Super Tuscan, Tenuta di Arceno, Prima Voce, Tuscany, Tannat Blend, Bodega Juanic, Preludio, Juanico, Riesling, Pacific Rim, Washington (375ml), Tokay, Chambers, Rutherglen, Australia (375ml), Vin Santo, Chianti Classico, Marchesi Antinori, Tuscany. Yes, I still believe if we did not get the package from our travel agent that we would have purchased a drink package. The even more difficult question is does it pay to purchase the all-included package if you are a captains club elite or higher member. You know, You like Specialty Coffee drinks. This is also the drink package you will get if you opt to upgrade to the All Included price. Celebrity Cruises. Hi Rosey, Hope this was helpful and have a great cruise. Cheers! You should be all set. We noticed that you still get the same level of service too with a package! I suspect if it were just me and my husband, wed do some longer excursions or just time in port. Also as a coffee and sparkling water junkie I get a lot of use out of it even if in port most of the day. We received a classic drinks package for our upcoming Celebrity Solstice cruise through the cruise agent, we have since upgraded to the Premium Package, through the Celebrity online site, will we be charged the extra gratuities at the end of the cruise. Guests may do so via the online Cruise Planner once their booking is within final payment up to two days before sailing departure. With the Classic Package, if the drink is more than what is included, than you need to pay for the full drink and gratuity. The fist day having the package.
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