mpoole3 Posted November 5, 2013 #1 Share Posted November 5, 2013 On Oasis of the seas now and I've heard from two different bartenders thay a new booze package is coming in 2 weeks. Price is going to be $60.00 and include bottle water + Red Bull. Not sure of how much truth there is to this, but I'd thought I share it with everyone. I'm going to ask around for more details. Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruisegirl6 Posted November 5, 2013 #2 Share Posted November 5, 2013 I don't drink water or red bull will they offer the one as an additional or replace it from the premium one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerif Posted November 5, 2013 #3 Share Posted November 5, 2013 Certainly not a selling point for me. Now, if they were to include specialty coffees and fresh squeezed oj, then maybe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
critterchick Posted November 5, 2013 #4 Share Posted November 5, 2013 Certainly not a selling point for me. Now, if they were to include specialty coffees and fresh squeezed oj, then maybe. And a selection of wines instead of just the house brand.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mpoole3 Posted November 5, 2013 Author #5 Share Posted November 5, 2013 Trying to get more info. They said it rolls out on the 16th. Sorry about the spelling errors in title. My gosh! .65/min so I was moving fast. Also no unlimited internet on Oasis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawniepoo Posted November 6, 2013 #6 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Certainly not a selling point for me. Now, if they were to include specialty coffees and fresh squeezed oj, then maybe. agreed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarinaGW Posted November 6, 2013 #7 Share Posted November 6, 2013 (edited) If they change (i.e., increase) the cost of the premium package to add in water and red bull, I will be severely irked. 5 bucks ain't that bad....it's the principle...I think it's happening because there have been mixed results regarding the Red Bull with some bartenders including it and others not. It's occurred to them that maybe the RB will let them get away with the price increase. Edited November 6, 2013 by KarinaGW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerif Posted November 6, 2013 #8 Share Posted November 6, 2013 And a selection of wines instead of just the house brand.... Yes, totally - forgot about that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DicAnns Posted November 6, 2013 #9 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Thanks for the scoop! Could you please try to figure out if these changes would also apply to Allure? I am sailing Allure on the 17 I'm definitely curious about any changes to the beverage packages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reney313 Posted November 6, 2013 #10 Share Posted November 6, 2013 I would like to know if it will be optional or the price will be increasing. I've been going back and forth on the package for January. I would maybe get a bottle or two of water, but not $60 worth. I don't drink Red Bull. I certainly hope it's an optional add on. I'm just not sure how they would do that. I fear maybe there will be different levels and some of the stuff currently included will not in the future for the more premium level? (even though the premium is a step up from the beer only). Geez...whether to buy now before they change the price or not? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruisegirl6 Posted November 6, 2013 #11 Share Posted November 6, 2013 I don't drink bottled water or red bull is the price going to be increased and include these items or will there be different beverage options? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted November 6, 2013 #12 Share Posted November 6, 2013 And a selection of wines instead of just the house brand.... Too many of you seem to be ignoring Jean's post. (If true) it's more of a change than just Red Bull and bottled water. Better wine! (SO many people have listed that as a negative, since the Premium Package came out) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarinaGW Posted November 6, 2013 #13 Share Posted November 6, 2013 (edited) Too many of you seem to be ignoring Jean's post. (If true) it's more of a change than just Red Bull and bottled water. Better wine! (SO many people have listed that as a negative, since the Premium Package came out) I read Jean's message as just a thought about what would make this package acceptable. If, indeed, she is confirming this package and that it includes upgraded wines, then absolutely ignore my previous post. That is indeed a good thing to happen. Edited November 6, 2013 by KarinaGW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted November 6, 2013 #14 Share Posted November 6, 2013 I read Jean's message as just a thought about what would make this package acceptable. If, indeed, she is confirming this package and that it includes upgraded wines, then absolutely ignore my previous post. That is indeed a good thing to happen. Oh. Hmmm. Your reading is probably right. Emily Litella: Never mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamies78 Posted November 6, 2013 #15 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Hi Michael, any update on this? Would love to know more details since we are on the 11/23 Oasis sailing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruisegirl6 Posted November 6, 2013 #16 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Do you think they will offer the present alcohol package and not touch the price or replace it and raise the cost for this new package, or do you feel we will have choices which package we wish to have? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcrdale Posted November 6, 2013 #17 Share Posted November 6, 2013 I would love to see them add the soda package along with it. I would definately get it then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akcruz Posted November 6, 2013 #18 Share Posted November 6, 2013 (edited) I would love to see them add the soda package along with it. I would definately get it then. Fountain soda is included in the package already, however the freestyle machines (and associated special cups) are not. I also hope that they do not just add on water and red bull as I have not interest in either and don't want to have to pay more for those. We did the package on our last cruise and found it worthwhile for that trip, had a lot of sea days, and port days were short. Not sure if I would do it on another itinerary and if they raise the price almost definitely will not. Edited November 6, 2013 by akcruz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruisegirl6 Posted November 6, 2013 #19 Share Posted November 6, 2013 If they raise the price and give me water and red bull I will not get the package ether. Does anybody have the current liquor menu/prices? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtgirl Posted November 6, 2013 #20 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Not buying this package until there is better wine! A week of their house wine makes me go :eek:! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jahannah Posted November 6, 2013 #21 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Not buying this package until there is better wine! A week of their house wine makes me go :eek:! Yeah, the package really does not suit anyone who likes premium (or even decent) wine. Hopefully, they are still in the process of evaluating the options like the OP said. I would like to see the soda cup added (for Freestyle use) and a $6 credit towards any glass of wine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
believer33323 Posted November 6, 2013 #22 Share Posted November 6, 2013 (edited) I wish they would get with Celebrity and offer the packages they offer. The ones on RCCL are really bad.Below is the package I purchased on our last X cruise. Premium Non-Alcoholic Package Enjoy nearly our entire selection of sodas selections on board including all canned and fountain soft drinks from Coca Cola, Premium Bottled Water from Evian, Perrier and San Pellegrino, Specialty Coffees and Teas, Non-Alcoholic Frozen Drinks and Smoothies, Red Bull Energy Drink and Specialty Waters from Vitamin Water All that for $18.00 per day + gratuities $145.00 for a 7 day cruise w/ gratuities They also offer a lower priced package for non premium coffees and waters. Edited November 6, 2013 by believer33323 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polomom Posted November 6, 2013 #23 Share Posted November 6, 2013 I would like them to duplicate Celebrity's alcohol packages! Two choices- both with lots of included items. I just break even with the classic one but love the convenience of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starry Eyes Posted November 6, 2013 #24 Share Posted November 6, 2013 I agree with the others about wine options. I would not buy a drink package that only includes house wine. From another company, one would say the term "house wine" would be an ill-defined product and only limited selections, but Royal Caribbean does an exceptionally poor job selecting house wines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansolosmom Posted November 6, 2013 #25 Share Posted November 6, 2013 I agree I'd love for it to be more like Celebrity's packages. I understand they can't really do coffees because of Starbucks but I'd be ok with that. When I saw $45 for only beer/Wine/soda I was like :eek: on Celebrity that covered call brands for drinks too. As for the water naysayers, I have to say that feature really came in handy in the Med over the summer. We picked up bottles of water in the morning after breakfast and then again before we got off the ship. Again I was surprised it wasn't included in the price for RC. Yes everyone can say, just bring a case of water or refillable bottles, but the ease of getting it on the ship is a definite plus. Worth an extra $5 not exactly sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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