Can you buy a bottle of rum on a cruise ship?

Can you buy a bottle of rum on a cruise ship? Guests cannot bring liquor and spirits, including rum, onboard with them as they start their voyage. If you purchase rum at a port of call, it will be stored until the end of your cruise and you'll be able to pick it up when your cruise is over.

Can you buy a bottle of wine on a cruise ship?

Yes, cruise ships serve wine onboard. While luxury and premium cruise lines sometimes include some wine in the fare, all wine costs extra on mainstream ships. You can buy it at most, although not all, bars onboard, as well as from your waiter at lunch and dinner.

Is it cheaper to buy a drinks package on board?

While purchasing a beverage package prior to your cruise is the most cost effective, you can opt to purchase one on board for a slightly higher price.

How do you buy drinks on a cruise?

Where can I buy drinks onboard? You can purchase alcohol -- wine, beer, cocktails and liquor -- in cruise ship restaurants (including the buffet), at bars, from roving waiters on the pool deck and in the theater before onboard shows, via room service and from in-cabin mini-bars.

Is it better to have cash or card on a cruise?

You will most likely need cash while you're off the ship, especially in foreign ports. Not only can it save you money in foreign transaction fees that most credit card companies charge, but if you're traveling to certain parts of the world, you may encounter places where credit cards aren't accepted.

Can I pay cash for drinks on Royal Caribbean cruise?

Cash is not accepted at the onboard shops. All purchases made at the Royal Shops must be made using your Seapass® card. Was this content helpful? Thank you for helping us improve our website!

Can I pack wine in my suitcase for a cruise?

Can I pack wine in my suitcase for a cruise? You cannot pack wine in checked luggage for a cruise.

What happens if you are left at port on cruise?

Most cruise lines have port agents stationed in the port area to assist if your ship has left without you. In cases when cruisers are late returning to the vessel, the ship's crew will often remove the passengers' essential items -- passports, cell phones and medication -- from the ship to leave with the port agents.