LuckiePuris Posted September 7, 2016 #1 Share Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) RCI updated their drink packages yesterday, effective 6 September 2016. Much simpler, just three packages. Info below from Royal Caribbean blog in US dollars and the per drink price limit is higher on cruises departing from Australia: Deluxe Beverage Package ($55 a day excluding gratuity): Unlimited cocktails, beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, premium coffee, tea, and bottled water – plus a 40% discount on bottles of wine under $100 and 20% off bottles above $100. This package includes drinks with a value of up to $12. For guests that would like to enjoy a beverage over that threshold, a $12 credit will be applied towards the beverage of choice and guests will be required to pay the balance. Refreshment Package ($26 a day excluding gratuity): Enjoy our entire selection of premium coffees and teas, bottled water, fresh-squeezed juices, nonalcoholic cocktails, plus fountain soda and free Coca-Cola® souvenir cup. Classic Soda Package ($8.50 a day excluding gratuity): Quench your thirst for just a few dollars a day with unlimited fountain soda refills and receive a free Coca-Cola® souvenir cup. Edited September 7, 2016 by LuckiePuris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuckiePuris Posted September 7, 2016 Author #2 Share Posted September 7, 2016 For guests who have already purchased: Ultimate package - name change over to deluxe package. Premium package - free upgrade to deluxe package. Select package - will be honoured until depletion. Royal replenish - name change over to refreshment package. Refreshment package - name change to soda package. They are available to be purchased online and onboard from 6 September 2016. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markj23 Posted September 7, 2016 #3 Share Posted September 7, 2016 a little annoyed that there is no mention of the coffee card on the Australian packages Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted September 7, 2016 #4 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Thanks for the details on the packages.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Big_M Posted September 7, 2016 #5 Share Posted September 7, 2016 a little annoyed that there is no mention of the coffee card on the Australian packages That's because it's also not generally offered on their packages elsewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrekaus Posted September 7, 2016 #6 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Just checked my cruise control and Deluxe is $69.05 per day same price as Premium was 20% off, bet those who paid $76.90 (20% off) for Ultimate aren't too happy. Got those old prices off my cruise control when I read they were changing 2 days ago. The non alcoholic one is a killer gone from approx $29 to $43 per day!!! I think they want people to drink alcohol!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuckiePuris Posted September 7, 2016 Author #7 Share Posted September 7, 2016 a little annoyed that there is no mention of the coffee card on the Australian packages There are no offer cards - apparently they are only on offer on selected RCI ships that have an actual Starbucks onboard. Most other ships serve Starbucks coffee in a coffee shop venue. However two of the packages do include coffee for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted September 7, 2016 #8 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Just checked my cruise control and Deluxe is $69.05 per day same price as Premium was 20% off, bet those who paid $76.90 (20% off) for Ultimate aren't too happy. Got those old prices off my cruise control when I read they were changing 2 days ago. The non alcoholic one is a killer gone from approx $29 to $43 per day!!! I think they want people to drink alcohol!!!!! I think the only happy people were those who had already bought the Premium package, although if you had bought the Ultimate, you could cancel and then rebook for some savings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuckiePuris Posted September 8, 2016 Author #9 Share Posted September 8, 2016 I think the only happy people were those who had already bought the Premium package, although if you had bought the Ultimate, you could cancel and then rebook for some savings. The cruise planner is saying cancelling drink packages is only available within 48 hours of purchase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted September 8, 2016 #10 Share Posted September 8, 2016 The cruise planner is saying cancelling drink packages is only available within 48 hours of purchase. Well that is a bummer, too bad if you cancelled your cruise, you would lose the drink's package costs as well as the deposits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superspeechie Posted September 8, 2016 #11 Share Posted September 8, 2016 I cancelled my 2 ultimate packages yesterday and rebooked the new deluxe package and saved around $300 so I'm very happy! :) I had the ultimate packages booked months ago. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrimaCruiser Posted September 8, 2016 #12 Share Posted September 8, 2016 So I bought 2 refreshments packages before the change for our christmas cruise. Phew! if the new price is $40 bucks. Hooley dooley!!! :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted September 8, 2016 #13 Share Posted September 8, 2016 I cancelled my 2 ultimate packages yesterday and rebooked the new deluxe package and saved around $300 so I'm very happy! :) I had the ultimate packages booked months ago. Sent from my iPad using Forums Good stuff, looks like it is possible.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ned Flanders Posted September 12, 2016 #14 Share Posted September 12, 2016 Now if we could only have Carnival Australia introduce a drinks package (other than the soft drinks)!:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zuzuflub Posted September 12, 2016 #15 Share Posted September 12, 2016 On the NZ site the cost for the deluxe is around $72 NZD which is a hell of a lot more than $55 USD. On today's exchange rate it should cost approx $60 NZD. Is there anyway we can pay in USD? Sent from my SM-N910U using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Kruzer Posted September 12, 2016 #16 Share Posted September 12, 2016 On the NZ site the cost for the deluxe is around $72 NZD which is a hell of a lot more than $55 USD. On today's exchange rate it should cost approx $60 NZD. Is there anyway we can pay in USD? Sent from my SM-N910U using Forums mobile app Might pay to check again...there has been a big movement today, Both Au and NZ are down...the greenback has strengthened A quick look on Oanda has $55 US at $75.2 NZ and $73 Au Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Big_M Posted September 12, 2016 #17 Share Posted September 12, 2016 On the NZ site the cost for the deluxe is around $72 NZD which is a hell of a lot more than $55 USD. On today's exchange rate it should cost approx $60 NZD. Is there anyway we can pay in USD? Actually the reverse. $72NZ is less than $55US (those were the days!). That said, the US price is more than that, as that price does not include the compulsory gratuities. The US price for that package is actually ~$65US. Which in NZ is closer to $92. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karoolabiddy Posted September 12, 2016 #18 Share Posted September 12, 2016 Does the $69.05 include gratuities? That would really make it expensive. I have no idea how much I will drink so am tossing up whether or not to buy one.:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Perfect Posted September 12, 2016 #19 Share Posted September 12, 2016 The $69.05 does include grats. It is my understanding that if you find the package is not of great value you can cancel on board. I don't normally drink that much however it is really great to just be able to order whatever you want and if you don't like it then just leave it and order something else (I have, in the past, ordered a cocktail, not really liked it but drank it anyway because I had paid for it, ha ha) Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobby_The_Ship_Elf Posted September 12, 2016 #20 Share Posted September 12, 2016 The $69.05 does include grats. It is my understanding that if you find the package is not of great value you can cancel on board. I don't normally drink that much however it is really great to just be able to order whatever you want and if you don't like it then just leave it and order something else (I have, in the past, ordered a cocktail, not really liked it but drank it anyway because I had paid for it, ha ha) and then you will get conspiracy theorists who tell you that the ship will cut off your alcohol intake cos if you have drunk the amount you have charged to your card then you MUST be way drunk oh wait ..... maybe that explains all them nights I cant remember with friends I'll never forget *wink* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted September 12, 2016 #21 Share Posted September 12, 2016 I find the drink's packages very expensive and would not buy one again. When I had bought one, I found myself chasing the tab so to speak. However, when they are built in as a perk, I just drink what I feel like and do not care if I haven't had anywhere near the daily $ amounts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aus ATC Posted September 15, 2016 #22 Share Posted September 15, 2016 Today, we cancelled our Ultimate packages (bought at $72 per day which I was quite happy with at the time) and have now rebooked the new Deluxe at just under $67 per day. Saved a tidy $100 for our upcoming cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynchy09 Posted September 15, 2016 #23 Share Posted September 15, 2016 Today, we cancelled our Ultimate packages (bought at $72 per day which I was quite happy with at the time) and have now rebooked the new Deluxe at just under $67 per day. Saved a tidy $100 for our upcoming cruise. Hi how long ago did you book the ultimate lackage? I thought you had to cancel in 48hrs? How do i cancel mine do i just click cancel on booking oage and they refund back, then i just rebook it again? Lol help please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chester32 Posted September 15, 2016 #24 Share Posted September 15, 2016 Hi how long ago did you book the ultimate lackage? I thought you had to cancel in 48hrs?How do i cancel mine do i just click cancel on booking oage and they refund back, then i just rebook it again? Lol help please Yep thats all you do take a couple of weeks to be credited for you first purchase Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aus ATC Posted September 15, 2016 #25 Share Posted September 15, 2016 You have to call RCI on 1800 754 500 to cancel. They will refund back to your original credit card. Then just book the new package on line. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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