If you do the math, and we are only talk about alcoholic drinks, then it's cheaper to just pay for what you want or get the non plus package. For example, our upcoming 7 day cruise, they wanted $350 (current rate) for the plus package. If I pay for wifi, tips, and just get the non alcoholic drink package, my cost is around $207. Now, that includes the elite discount on wifi, but I think the price would still be about $250 vs $350.