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Hello, 

Yes, you can purchase drinks packages in advance by calling the call centre. 

As to whether the rates are favourable, some seem to be quoted more favourable rates than others. 

What I was quoted yesterday equated to 1.30 usd to the pound which was reasonably good considering interbank rates were 1.275 at the time. 

You have the advantage of knowing the price you are paying in advance and locking it in. 

Of course, the pound could rise and you could end up paying more than if you waited until on board. 

Also consider that on board, you can use on board spending credit if you have any included, you can’t use on board spend when purchasing in advance. 

Give them a call with the price you are willing to pay in mind and take or reject the offer. 

Let us know how you get on. 

Trev. 

Siforest65, you got a good deal there, inspired by your success I called up yesterday and was quoted £430 for the 12 bottle captains collection. How did you manage to get such a good price, I think I need some negotiation lessons from you!

The phone rep indicated that the package prices are plus service charge on board so it was better to buy in advance. Unless things have changed recently and the website is wrong, this was a blatant lie as the packages included the service charge. I queried this with the rep and they were adamant that wine packages are plus 15% on board. 

Anyone know the actual current situation. 

Trev.