adult beverage package

[Vacationfinatic]

I was wondering if you do this for the 2 adults in the room do you need to buy a soda package for the kids or do they have frown on that?

[WVGAL]

Are the gratuities added when you purchase your cheers package as in $42.95 plus 15% or 15% each time you get a drink? I understand about the tax added on each drink while in US port, but still fuzzy on the tips. Seems that adding 15% on total package would come out less for the bartender than if it was on each drink.

[lola61]

We did this on the Breeze 1/13/13, was well worth the money, no worries after you pay, S&S was less than $100 for the week, and that included 1 night at the steak house (we pre-paid gratuities) tried amny different drinks the Mocha Getaway was awesome :p

[serene56]

there is a 15 drink maximum. on the glory people'were cut off at 15 drinks in each 24 hour period. first hour starts at 6am

[idlenote]

We were on the Magic last month, the gratuity was 15% of the purchase price. This stiffs your bartenders since they would normally get about a dollar on each drink, with this they are cut back to 50 cents. I did notice on the second to last day they changed the receipt format where you could add an additional tip on there.

[ajtaylor29]

i'm still trying to decide whether the Cheers program makes sense for us. My DH and i will both enjoy drinks every day, we're typically beer drinkers but on a cruise i'll enjoy trying different drinks, and he will some. My 27 year old stepson is also going with us this cruise, and he can drink a lot of beer in a day!!! But - with 4 port days (on 8-day Eastern) i can't quite figure out that it will be worth it...seems like those days it'll be hard to get my monies' worth...

Does it include all the specialty drinks (except those in DOD glasses) as long as they're under $10?

[DebsterW]

On the Cheers program, does the 15 drink limit include soda?

[CarribeanOrBust]

Can the Cheers Program be pre-purchased, such that I can have it paid off before my cruise in May? Or should I just bring ~$350 (my share of the room's total Program cost) and put it on my S&S at the very beginning of the cruise?

[kece4]

Are the gratuities added when you purchase your cheers package as in $42.95 plus 15% or 15% each time you get a drink? I understand about the tax added on each drink while in US port, but still fuzzy on the tips. Seems that adding 15% on total package would come out less for the bartender than if it was on each drink.

The 15% gratuity is added when you purchase the cheers package. The cost is$42.95 per day plus 15% gratuity, which totals $49.40 per person, per day. No other tipping unless you want to give extra when you get your drink, it can be added on the receipt you sign with each drink you get.

[kece4]

On the Cheers program, does the 15 drink limit include soda?

You get unlimited soda with the Cheers program. It does not count toward the 15 drink limit.

[serene56]

Can the Cheers Program be pre-purchased, such that I can have it paid off before my cruise in May? Or should I just bring ~$350 (my share of the room's total Program cost) and put it on my S&S at the very beginning of the cruise?

 

 

its a program that can only be purchased once onboard.

If you want to prepay your program buy carnival gift certificates in that amount.

[pbsteve]

Here's some good info on it

 

http://www.***********/info/carnival/barprogram.php

 

EVERYONE in the room must buy it if they are over 21

 

49.40 Per person, Per day (thats with madatory tip)

For two people, it's 98.80 PER DAY. (including tip)

 

I'll be on a 6 night/7day in september, with three ports, So assuming carnival does not charge for the day you disembark, I'd be paying 598.80 total for two people.

 

Now, here's where math comes in handy. I drink beer.. mm mmm beer. At 6.61 (beer plus tip) I need to drink 45 beers on the cruise to hit the break even point for just myself, (less if I drink soda, which i don't anymore, or gatorade etc). estimating 7 hours of sleep and showering etc per day, and the 8 hrs per day at each port, and not leaving until noon on the first day, means I'm unable to drink for 78 of the estimated 144 hours of my cruise meaning I have less than 66 hours of drinking time to drink 45 beers, or one beer every hour and a half.

 

My fiance however drinks wine, fruity drinks and martini's, meaning she only needs to drink 6 a day to break even, so 36 drinks or one every 1:48

 

Is it worth it... for me... probably, since we can easily put down those drinks on the days at sea.

 

Some people have 700 bar tabs, but remember, the package does not include drinks that cost more than 10.00, so if you're a high end mixed drink person, those won't be included in the price.

 

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[serene56]

Here's some good info on it

 

http://www.***********/info/carnival/barprogram.php

 

EVERYONE in the room must buy it if they are over 21

 

49.40 Per person, Per day (thats with madatory tip)

For two people, it's 98.80 PER DAY. (including tip)

 

I'll be on a 6 night/7day in september, with three ports, So assuming carnival does not charge for the day you disembark, I'd be paying 598.80 total for two people.

 

Now, here's where math comes in handy. I drink beer.. mm mmm beer. At 6.61 (beer plus tip) I need to drink 45 beers on the cruise to hit the break even point for just myself, (less if I drink soda, which i don't anymore, or gatorade etc). estimating 7 hours of sleep and showering etc per day, and the 8 hrs per day at each port, and not leaving until noon on the first day, means I'm unable to drink for 78 of the estimated 144 hours of my cruise meaning I have less than 66 hours of drinking time to drink 45 beers, or one beer every hour and a half.

 

My fiance however drinks wine, fruity drinks and martini's, meaning she only needs to drink 6 a day to break even, so 36 drinks or one every 1:48

 

Is it worth it... for me... probably, since we can easily put down those drinks on the days at sea.

 

Some people have 700 bar tabs, but remember, the package does not include drinks that cost more than 10.00, so if you're a high end mixed drink person, those won't be included in the price.

 

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you are limited to 15 per day-- so does 15 beers equal to the amount you are paying? Does not include buckets and you must wait 5 minutes between ordering a beer to order the next one.

[dewke]

I'd heard the 15 drink limit was a soft cap. As in they're supposed to take into account how quickly you're getting the drinks.

 

For anyone who's bought this what exactly were you able to get?

[pbsteve]

you are limited to 15 per day-- so does 15 beers equal to the amount you are paying? Does not include buckets and you must wait 5 minutes between ordering a beer to order the next one.

 

No, 15 beers a day is far more than what the program costs... HOWEVER, are you going to drink 15 beers a day every day, including those you're off the boat for most of the day. My first cruise, I was a booze hog, and easily topped the cost of the program, the second cruise, I was drinking far less, and had only about 200 in S&S charges, this upcoming cruise, I know I will be drinking more, as it's the end of a summer full of BBQ, bachelor parties, and weddings.

[Blurgh]

Seems a bit pricey, because you're paying for at least 2 people. So both people have to keep up.

 

Last time I went I bought a bottle and 28 drink coupons (got 4 additional as a gift). We ended up having an 8 day cruise instead of a 7 day cruise, and I still had to give some coupons away.

 

My total cost was around $200. Probably some overage. But no one I travelled with would have been able to run with me and the second card would be a lost cause.

 

Port days are where this will catch up with you. At sea, I could see pulling this off but I would likely be totally slaughtered.

[imouer]

Cheers Beverage Program!

Important Note: This is on a trial basis only, presently on the Carnival Victory, Carnival Splendor, Carnival Breeze, Carnival Dream, Carnival Conquest; Carnival Legend; Carnival Valor; Carnival Miracle, Carnival Freedom, Carnival Magic, Carnival Pride and Carnival Glory and the Carnival Liberty.

Under the Cheers Beverage Program!, guests can enjoy a wide variety of wine, beer and spirits, along with sodas and non-alcoholic frozen cocktails throughout the voyage at one convenient, flat rate. The cost for this program is $42.95 per person, per day, plus a 15% gratuity.

Guests can sign up for the Cheers Beverage Program at the Atrium Bar, Casino Bar or the bar at the main pool area.

What’s Included

Here are the details about our Cheers Beverage Program!

· With the purchase of this program, you will enjoy the ease and convenience of paying one flat price for your spirited beverages (yep, that’s with alcohol) all cruise long! At only $42.95 per day, this card is an amazing value! (prices are per day; gratuities not included).

· Simply use your newly-stickered Sail & Sign Card and you’re ready to enjoy!

 

The following restrictions apply:

· Guests must purchase the program for the entire cruise - this program is not offered on a per day basis.

· Guests must be 21 years or older to purchase and agree not to give to minors.

· Each adult (21 years or older) assigned to the same stateroom must purchase the program.

· Only one drink at a time may be ordered. No sharing is permitted.

· Applicable state and local taxes will be charged to the guest folio when this program is used within US waters.

· Carnival reserves the right to refuse service for any reason.

. Program allows for up to 15 alcoholic drinks per 24 hours period (6AM - 6AM).

Carnival reserves the right to refuse service for any reason.

· Program is non-refundable.

 

Beverages included in the program are:

· All spirits (including our classic cocktails), as well as beer and wine by the glass with a $10.00 or lower menu price.

· Sodas and non-alcoholic frozen cocktails

· 25% discount off the menu price for any spirits, beer or wine above $10.00 per drink.

· 25% discount off the menu price for wine and champagne by the bottle.

 

Beverages excluded from the program are:

· Non-alcoholic beverages other than soda and non-alcoholic frozen cocktails.

· Beverages promoted and sold in souvenir glasses.

· Bottles of liquor

· Bottled water

· Beverages offered at gangway while debarking

· Beverages offered through room service as well as mini bars and/or other in-stateroom beverage programs.

· Sharing cocktails, floaters, pitchers, tubes and buckets.

· Wine and champagne by the bottled (offered at 25% discount)

· All spirits, beer or wine above $10.00 per drink (offered at a 25% discount).

· Beverages offered through enomatic machines.

· Coffee beverages and food items.

[imouer]

Liquor and Beverage Policy

Bringing Alcohol On Board - Embarkation Day:

Guests are prohibited from bringing alcoholic beverages on board. However, at the beginning of the cruise during embarkation day, guests (21 years of age and older) may bring on board one bottle (750ml) of wine or champagne, per person, only in their carry-on luggage.

[imouer]

I think this will work out good for us, we each have one kid and one adult on our bookings sooo I can get one Cheer ticket and we can share the drinks; 8 for me, 7 for her :D That is about the only way the math works out unless your a straight up alcoholic family.

[serene56]

I think this will work out good for us, we each have one kid and one adult on our bookings sooo I can get one Cheer ticket and we can share the drinks; 8 for me, 7 for her :D That is about the only way the math works out unless your a straight up alcoholic family.

 

You want to be careful because if caught they will revoke the program with no refund and those 8 drinks became super expensive.

[pbsteve]

You want to be careful because if caught they will revoke the program with no refund and those 8 drinks became super expensive.

 

 

agreed plus you have to wait 5 min between drinks, so you can never order 2 at once. or a bucket with it.

 

So i'll be ordering my beer, and 5 min later the shot for it... I assume shots are still less than 10 bucks

[imouer]

Well the one thing that gets me is.. they say "no sharing" of drinks. My wife and I share ALL our pina coladas, thats pretty normal for couples. I seriously dont think they are going to pull my account and make enemies of their customers over that. It would be pretty bad business. At our level best I doubt that we could drink an ave of 8 drinks a day any way so they will still be getting over.

[serene56]

what my brother did in the morning he would order a beer - not opened- wait his 5 minutes and get another he would eat his breakfast by that bar on the lido deck

 

by the time he finished his breakfast he got his bucket of beer. took it to the cabin and got it iced for later in the day

[Scrap'n Grandma]

I think this will work out good for us, we each have one kid and one adult on our bookings sooo I can get one Cheer ticket and we can share the drinks; 8 for me, 7 for her :D That is about the only way the math works out unless your a straight up alcoholic family.

 

I guess we might just a straight up alcoholic family, my DH puts away more than 15 in any given Sunday afternoon. I'm sure DH, DD and DD's BF will try to drink the ship out of beer next week. :D Us midwesterners are seasoned drinkers.

[pbsteve]

I guess we might just a straight up alcoholic family' date=' my DH puts away more than 15 in any given Sunday afternoon. I'm sure DH, DD and DD's BF will try to drink the ship out of beer next week. :D Us midwesterners are seasoned drinkers.[/quote']

 

Indeed we are... Plus I realized that you get free soda too with it.

 

May want to check to make sure that you don't have to buy the kids soda package.

 

For those who did this program, another question

 

· Beverages promoted and sold in souvenir glasses.

 

is that the daily drink not included?