Shorter cruises also tend to have a more lively and party-like atmosphere. Purchased the Free At Sea open bar option with my Studo Room. You can tip if you want, but you should be aware that tips are (mandatory) added to your entire trip. LauraS Every morning. Also the menus dont list the price for Ultra Premium drinks. The package includes a variety of spirits, cocktails, wines by the glass and bottled or draft beer up to and including $15 USD and unlimited fountain soda and juices at all bars, lounges, restaurants and Great Stirrup Cay. Please Note: The Premium Plus Beverage Package is available as an upgrade from the Unlimited Open Bar Package included with Free at Sea. You are able to order cappuccino, etc. This new plan also includes sparkling and still bottled water. Further, guests are entitled to only one beverage per person, per transaction. We did not do a beverage package (wife barely drinks, hardly makes sense.) Guests will also receive a 40% discount on non-select bottles of wine (champagne and sparkling included), Wine and Spirit Experiences, tastings, and flights. Some beverages are included in the price of your Norwegian Cruise Line fare. She said you do not have to buy the soda package for the kids but told me about the gratuity fee for the beverage package. I understand there is a self-serve wine bar in the Studio Lounge. I THINK you can get espresso, etc at some bars which would be considered a specialty coffee. This video talks about our experience with the upgrade, what we did, what we. We definitely suggest paying per drink if you are not going to consume much alcohol, or in your case, soda. Beverage plans can be purchased online through Norwegians website. Beverage packages are non-refundable and non-transferable. Unlimited still & sparkling bottled water Click the link in the email we sent to to verify your email address and activate your job alert. Thanks LisaN for the comment. But also small price to pay for peace. Powered by Invision Community.
Why do Florida residents receive cruise discounts? This package is $12.95 per person, per day plus 20% gratuity. Curious to know if I add a 3 person free to my Balcony stateroom on the Breakaway Cruise I am booking for Feb 2017 as part of the promotion going on free ultimate Drink Package does the 3rd person get the free drink package as well or is that extra ? Is this included in my beverage package? LauraS Specialty coffee (limited to dining rooms only). Great to hear. Started August 27, 2021, By . We appreciate the compliments. We agree. Does this mean that the 18% gratuity and service charge for any drink under 15 dollars gets added to the price of the drink doesnt cost you anything, or if you get a free drink for example 9 dollars, is the 18% charge added to your on board credit card and you will be left with quite a bill for charges at the end of your cruise even though you have already included your tips in the price of your cruise. Will be sailing on NCL Getaway in February 2020. All drinks at Starbucks are included in the premium plus beverage package. We are reserved with Landmark Tours. Really! Thanks for reading. Casinos at Sea, Norwegians casino loyalty program, also has some beverage related benefits. Only cruise line thAt charges extra for squeezed juice! Does the NCL Premium Plus Beverage Package include Starbucks? The less you are on the ship, the less you will be drinking the ship's alcohol. All of the same rules apply and drinks are covered. This package differs from most other cruise lines in that it does not include any premium non-alcoholic drinks like bottled water, fresh squeezed juices, or specialty coffee.
The first time you order you have to let them know you have the PPB. I am so confused, and there seems to be no concrete answer to this question. All beverages at onboard Starbucks locations such as a classic Pikes Place roast, Caramel Macchiatos, and all other specialitydrinks. if you get a shot of bailey's in your coffee at a regular bar, that's included in the regular drinks package as a standardalcoholic drink. For instance, will you be able to sustain the same drinking pattern over the course of a 10-day or 14-day cruise? Went as a family of 6 on Pride of America last Nov. All Inclusive. Heres what you get: Select, premium cocktails & spirits under $15 USD (such as Patron Silver, Grey Goose and more) A 20% discount will be applied to all bottles of wine purchased on board. We have never tried to get drinks of this nature before. You can check drink menus online to determine what that means, but basically, no top-shelf liquors or quality wines. Others have reported that when getting bottles of wine at dinner, they were able to share it with table mates. PDF copies of Freestyle Daily from our 7 Bermuda cruise onboard Norwegian Cruise Line, Norwegian Joy. So, given that it does not include many non-alcoholic items, the Premium beverage package is priced well above its competitors. Honestly, about half the ship will have a beverage package. If not, what is the extra charge. Currently, they have a major promotion on drink packages. If you like Scotch the Talisker is good or the Chives Royal Salute 21 is very smooth. As of August 2022, however, they have begun to switch to Coca-Cola products. Cruise week report: New AmEx offer, best cruises for first-time cruisers, guide to gratuities and more! Starbucks will debut as a separate brand on select Royal Caribbean ships beginning in 2019. Can only be purchased by guests 3-years-old and up. Individuals under 21 must purchase the Soda Package. If they do, then you pay the difference. With the Premium Beverage Package, enjoy a wide selection of beverages both on board and at Great Stirrup Cay. I was on the Breakaway 18 Aug with the Premium Plus. Last week on the Epic, Starbucks was included with the Premium Plus package. This covers tips to your room steward, waiters in the dining rooms, and other onboard crew. Individuals under 21 must purchase the Soda Package. We usually have this at end of dinner. As noted, drink packages cannot be used at Harvest Caye, NCLs private island in Belize, but it is included Great Stirrup Cay. With the Starbucks package, guests are entitled to one beverage per person, per transaction. Below we outline the details of each. The Premium beverage package includes a variety of spirits, cocktails, wines by the glass, and bottled or draft beer up to $15. Do you think its worth upgrading the to Premium Plus package? So how much is the Premium Plus drink package? 2 in our party don't drink alcohol. Either way, the third person would have to pay the $79 a day, plus 18% gratuity for the Ultimate Beverage Package. Two questions.First, we have the premium beverage package included. All NCL drink packages are priced as per person, per day. By creating this job alert, you agree to the LinkedIn User Agreement and Privacy Policy. However, anything that you see on the standard drink menu is available at most bars and restaurants. Specialty coffees, as well as Starbucks, are available. Water, lemonade, fruit juices, coffee, tea, regular and chocolate milk are all complimentary. Have a great cruise. 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. Restrictions apply. To start off, there are some drinks that are included with the standard cruise fare. Thanks a lot! Hi Josh, Happy cruising. Norwegian Cruise Line has made significant updates to its drink packages within the last year including prices and offerings. I almost always got a double even of the more expensive ones. Earn 1 Star per $1 spent when you scan your member barcode in the app, then pay with cash, credit/debit cards or mobile wallets at participating stores. Home Cruise Norwegian Cruise Line NCL Drink Packages Complete Guide (2023). Premium on that cruise included Barcardi, Grey Goose, Hennessy, Beefeater, and Crown Royal among others. Select premium bottles of champagne and wine with dinner and 40% off all other bottles This brings us back to the original question, are NCL drink packages a good value? If the drink contains regular coffee, and included liqueurs and spirits, then it should be covered. For instance, if a drink or brand is $17, and you have the package, you only pay $2 difference (plus service charge). (not applicable, if the Beverage Package has been selected as part of the Free at Sea upgrade). Weve had the chance to test out the NCL Drink Package, as well as those on many other cruise lines, on several sailings over the years and can see the pros and cons to purchasing one. If there was a third adult, you would have to get them the Ultimate Beverage Package too.
What You Need to Know About NCL Premium Plus Drink Package If you have the Free at Sea perk, this is the drink package that's included. You could also request the beverage manager have some brought onboard for you to consume, What ship will you be on in January? All cruisers on the ship are charged a daily service charge of about $13 a day.
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NCL Drink Packages + Prices | 2023 | A Complete Guide! CruiseGear Does that mean you can simply walk into Starbucks and get a black coffee at no charge? It is alcohol and a paid beverage UNLESS you have the beverage package. Adding Bailey's to free coffee is not specialty. CC Help Jenn , Norwegian Cruise Line does not cap how many alcoholic beverages you can consume in a single day. I have seen side by side comparisons on what is covered, and it is rather limited for those who prefer upgraded brands and nicer wines. Hope everyone has the cruise of their dreams! FYI to all others: No more beer buckets at least on Escape (I assume all Norwegian ships.) I gave a clear answer with a supporting link to your question.. along with a link to clarify a previous post's error. Irish coffees made with American coffee would be included as the liquors are part of the package. Guests must be at least 21 years of age at time of sailing to qualify for the Unlimited Open Bar.
Norwegian Introduces Unlimited Starbucks Package Do we have to buy the soda package for them? Individuals under the age of 21 will be required to purchase the Soda Program. We received the ultimate drinks package free when booking. Like what type of Gin is served? All ships in their fleet will have been stocked with Coca-Cola products by December 2022. There are also two additional non-alcoholic drink packages, the Unlimited Soda Package and the Unlimited Starbucks package. Some guests like the peace of mind of purchasing a drink package ahead of time, as no one wants a huge bill at the end of this cruise. Cruisers should consider how much they will consume in a typical day, taking into account how many days they will be in port. The most popular of the Norwegian Drink Packages is the Premium Drink Package. You must purchase a Norwegian drink package for the entire length of the cruise. It also includes a 20% discount on bottles of wine and champagne, Wine and Spirit Experiences, Connoisseur Collection beverages, and tastings and flights purchased on board. Compared to the other Free at Sea perks, we believe opting for the drink package is the best value regardless of how much you drink. Must be purchased for all guests 21+ on the same reservation. Does anyone have a list of the actual alcoholic beverages on-board? Thanks a lot! For a full list of beverages,click here. Hello, Eligible guests are entitled to two beverages per person per transaction, cannot be shared. Individuals under 21 must purchase the Soda Package. A 20% discount will be applied to all bottles of wine purchased on board. Feel that coffee drinks should be included in the ultimate package. The Hawaii beverage package does not include specialty coffee outside of the restaurants, room service, mini bar purchases, or vending machines. Although having said that, that should be available to anyone on the non-plus package anyway. Further, this package includes unlimited fountain soda and juices at all bars, lounges, restaurants, and the private island of Great Stirrup Cay. If getting in touch with your more decadent side is on the agenda, then this is for you. I actually sail out tomorrow! Are you wondering if you should purchase or upgrade to one of the NCL drink packages? Have a great cruise. Started August 27, 2021, By Champagne and whiskey! document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); The free ultimate drink package cost us $90 each. Regular coffee is free and included with your cruiseno drink package of any type is necessary. Corks and Caps Wine and Beer Package (ages 21 & older).
NCL Standard Drinks Menu & Packages - Freestyle Travelers Haven, Atrium Bar, Cagney's, La Cucina, a couple of other random bars. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. I am confused by this and would appreciate if someone can please clarify this. Email. Hi Tom, excellent question. The T&Cs say not to be shared or transferred however the sharing of bottles at dinner do not seem to be enforced.