Are drink tickets worth it on a cruise?

Are drink tickets worth it on a cruise? For some, it's absolutely worth the money. We would guess that for many people, however, the costs don't justify purchasing an all you can drink package. You can use our drink package calculator to see if it's worth it for you. Consider that a beer on the ship costs between $6-8, before gratuity.

What is the average cost of a drink on a cruise?

Prices for cocktails on cruise ships usually run about $10-14 per drink, before gratuity. So expect to spend about $12 to $16.50 per beverage when gratuity is added. Here is a sample menu from a recent Carnival cruise to give you an idea of what's offered.

How to get unlimited drinks on a cruise?

Cruise line drinks packages let you order as many drinks as you want while on a cruise for one flat fee. This takes the place of paying for drinks one at a time. At some lines, there are several tiers of drinks packages. Basic tiers often just include sodas and bottled water.

Can you bring a 12 pack of beer on a Carnival cruise?

Bringing Liquor and Beverages On Board - Embarkation A small quantity is considered a maximum of 12 sealed, unopened cans/cartons of 12-ounces/354-ml each or less, per person.

What drinks are free on a cruise?

Should I buy the Carnival cruise drink package?

Are Carnival drink packages worth it? Generally speaking, a Carnival drink package is worth it if you drink five or more alcoholic drinks per day. The unlimited soda package is worth it if you drink four or more sodas or juices per day. The exact number of drinks depends on what it is that you drink.

How many drinks can you have on drink package on a cruise?

The only limit on a drink package is that you may only order one drink per order, per drink package. If multiple people are ordering a drink with a drink package, the bartender or waiter may take each guests' SeaPass card to place the order. There are a few other drink package rules that you should be aware of as well.

Can I bring a 12 pack of soda on Carnival cruise?

Carnival Cruise Line: Carnival has one of the loosest beverage policies of all cruise lines, allowing each guest to carry on a maximum of 12 sealed 12 oz. cans or cartons of a non-alcoholic beverage (e.g., sodas, juices, milk, or sparkling water) – a policy that most cruise lines have eliminated.

Do you tip bartenders with cruise drink package?

When you order a drink in a bar, restaurant or lounge on a cruise ship, it's typical for the cruise line to include a 15% to 20% gratuity on your bill, so that $6 beer may actually cost you $7.20. If you have a drinks package, tips are included.

Where is the 6 drink rule?

Does the 6-drink limit apply to the entirety of Spain? No. The rules apply only to certain parts of the Balaeric island, which includes Magaluf, Ibiza and Majorca. However, at the time of writing, the new rules only actually apply to Magaluf, El Arenal's Playa de Palma in Majorca and Sant Antonio in Ibiza.

Does Carnival cut you off after 15 drinks?

It is not - it is only alcoholic drinks! Thank you “T” and yes, it is indeed 15 drinks in a 24 hour period. That is alcoholic drinks and indeed sodas, coffee etc is unlimited. So, it's important to know that Carnival won't serve any passenger more than 15 alcoholic drinks in a single day.

How much do you tip a 7 day cruise waiter?

In general, plan on giving $16–$23 in gratuities per day for each passenger. Note that the amount should be tabulated for each individual in your party—don't try to tip once per couple or group. So if you're planning to go on a 7-day cruise, expect to give a total of between $112 and $161 per person in gratuities.

Can a couple share a drink package on Carnival?

The drink packages are non-transferable and non-refundable and cannot be shared between guests. When you purchase, Carnival will put a sticker on your Sail & Sign card to show you purchased the package.