The cruise industry is sailing ahead at full speed after a rough few years.
And if you bought a drink package, will you get your moneys worth?
You might also see some savings if you select a drink package before you set sail.
What Is a Cruise Drink Package?
When it comes to drinks on a cruise, not everything is included in your fare.
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Outside of that, youre paying (with the exception of Disney, which offers free soft drinks).
Things start to get more expensive if youre eyeing cruise line drink packages that include alcohol.
How Much Is a Cruise Drink Package?
While some luxury cruise lines include drinks in the ticket price, most do not.
How much you pay for your drink package will depend on which cruise line and package you choose.
The prices listed below are what you pay per person.
Here are your options on four of the largest cruise lines.
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Keep in mind:All of Norwegians drink packages include a 20% gratuity.
Disney
Disney Cruisesdoesnt offer an unlimited drinks package.
There isnt a drink package for spirits or mixed drinks, which can be purchased individually.
The good news is that Disney offers complimentary water, soft drinks, juices, coffees and teas onboard.
Youll be charged for sodas at bars and most of the lounges on board.
Theres also an 18% gratuity added to each of the drink prices listed above.
Are Cruise Drink Packages Worth the Price?
Cruzely offers acruise drink calculatorto help you decide if a beverage package could save you money.
Limit how much time you want to stress-plan for whats going to be a relaxing vacation at sea!
Once you make your decision, know that youll be able to stick with it confidently.
Well, its in the fine print.
Rules and restrictions vary by cruise line.
But, for the most part, the major lines adhere to the same restrictions.
As always, check with your specific cruise line before traveling
No, you cant share drink packages.
Try calling customer service to explain and ask if theres a way you might purchase separate beverage packages.
Gratuity usually runs 15% to 20% depending on the cruise line.
You may pay extra if you purchase a drink package after setting sail.
For example, Carnivals drink packages are 10% cheaper if you purchase them ahead of time.
Some cruise lines let you bring alcohol on board.
Check with your specific cruise line though.
No, you cant buy a drink package for just a few days of your cruise.
Its typically all or nothing for the duration of your cruise.
Robert Bruce is a senior staff writer at The Penny Hoarder covering earning, saving and managing money.
He has written about personal finance for more than a decade.
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