Sun Lover Posted October 18, 2016 #1 Share Posted October 18, 2016 I was looking at purchasing the deluxe drink package at 20% off, which is $46/person. Can someone who has been on Allure recently give me an idea of what a typical alcoholic drink costs? For example, a frozen type drink, a beer, etc? I'm just trying to figure out if we would drink enough each day to make it worthwhile, especially considering we'll be in ports 3 days and won't be on the ship for several hours those days. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awestover89 Posted October 18, 2016 #2 Share Posted October 18, 2016 Cocktails are around $11-$12 each, beers $6-$7 each, glasses of wine $10-$12 each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeBTN Posted October 18, 2016 #3 Share Posted October 18, 2016 (edited) Figure beer at $6-7, wine $9-12, and alcohol $10-12. About 5 alcohol/wine or 6-7 beers per day to break even. Depends how much you drink while on vacation. Also don't forget bottled water and sofa is included - $2.50 or so per bottle/can adds up quick too. Edited October 18, 2016 by MikeBTN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sun Lover Posted October 18, 2016 Author #4 Share Posted October 18, 2016 Thanks for the info. Are there any restrictions on where you can purchase drinks or times of day? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnamac123 Posted October 18, 2016 #5 Share Posted October 18, 2016 (edited) Thanks for the info. Are there any restrictions on where you can purchase drinks or times of day? No restrictions. Just remember the daily breakeven refers to port days as well as sea days. Edited October 18, 2016 by Johnamac123 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akcruz Posted October 18, 2016 #6 Share Posted October 18, 2016 Also if one of your port days is Labadee the package works there as well. Sent from my SM-T810 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesr3939 Posted October 18, 2016 #7 Share Posted October 18, 2016 Thanks for the info. Are there any restrictions on where you can purchase drinks or times of day? Nothing that would really impact buying a package. As stated, it depends on how much you drink per day. We are on the Allure in 12 days and don't plan to get off the ship at any ports. We are on deck from about 9:30 - 3:00 so can easily get our $$$ worth just during those hours. Then a couple of glasses of wine with dinner, cocktail or two with a show, and a nightcap before bed; we are well past breaking even. Overall if you think you will drink five drinks a day you will at least break even. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sun Lover Posted October 18, 2016 Author #8 Share Posted October 18, 2016 Thanks, that really helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandma Dazzles Posted October 18, 2016 #9 Share Posted October 18, 2016 The drink prices quoted are accurate, but there is also an 18% tip added to those prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesr3939 Posted October 18, 2016 #10 Share Posted October 18, 2016 (edited) The drink prices quoted are accurate, but there is also an 18% tip added to those prices. When considering a package I never consider the 18% as you pay it either way. In fact having a package is really a better deal if you figure you are paying 18% on a fixed amount ($44 per day) vs pay as you go (priceless). Edited October 18, 2016 by jamesr3939 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karena1 Posted October 18, 2016 #11 Share Posted October 18, 2016 It is very subjective if it is worth it or not, but like the others, if you drink 5 drinks per day, you are breaking even. We always get the package as with soda/water included we more than break even each day, even port days, with the drinks we buy each day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Cruizers Posted October 18, 2016 #12 Share Posted October 18, 2016 I determine our cost if my husband buy his average number of Beers/day vs the package and have found we come out better buying the package. I would say if either of you consume say less then 5 beers per day, then better to buy individually. I figure the total cost over the total cruise days. I don't buy the soda package because I would have to consume 6 or 7 /day and lucky during a cruise if I have 2. I drink mainly ice Tea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeBTN Posted October 18, 2016 #13 Share Posted October 18, 2016 Also if one of your ports is Labadee or CocoCay the drink packages work there, so its almost like having a sea day in terms of drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcamp317 Posted October 18, 2016 #14 Share Posted October 18, 2016 (edited) Its absolutely worth it to me. My wife does not not drink and fortunately RC lets you purchase an individual package for myself, some other lines require everyone in the cabin over 21 to buy in as well even if they don't drink. I certainly don't go on a cruise to get sloshed but as mentioned before if you have 5-6 drinks/beers over a day period you're saving money by purchasing the package and I can certainly go through that and sometimes more and the waters and sodas are included as well. As mentioned before in Labadee or Coco Cay your drink package works there as well so thats well worth it. Edited October 18, 2016 by kcamp317 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesr3939 Posted October 18, 2016 #15 Share Posted October 18, 2016 Plus, I like a cappuccino after dinner and now that's included with the deluxe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Cruizers Posted October 18, 2016 #16 Share Posted October 18, 2016 On a sea day my husband can easily go through 7/8 beers. I paid for the package for our LOS sailing out of Galveston for next July, knowing it will be hot & humid and he will drink his meals.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nealstuber Posted October 18, 2016 #17 Share Posted October 18, 2016 We always more than break even with the package and we're strictly beer drinkers with perhaps a glass of wine at dinner. Only thing we don't like is you can't use it for room service or the mini bar. When the pool decks are crowded, we love just hanging out on our cabin balcony, but having to schlep to the nearest bar for each round is a drag. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeBTN Posted October 18, 2016 #18 Share Posted October 18, 2016 Plus, I like a cappuccino after dinner and now that's included with the deluxe. Unless its a Starbucks-branded kiosk on Oasis & Quantum class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisTop Posted October 19, 2016 #19 Share Posted October 19, 2016 IMO, one of the biggest advantages of the drink package is one less potential bill to worry about at the end of the cruise. My wife will frequently order a frozen drink poolside, drink half and sun herself or read, letting the drink melt and get warm. It would drive me crazy :(. With the package, there's less stress. :D Add the specialty coffee and it's a no-brainer for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelaz Posted October 19, 2016 #20 Share Posted October 19, 2016 We like the fact we will stock our room with bottled water, no need to bring any , grab water @ ports no need to buy on gangway and enjoy wine with our meals plus any other cocktails @ shows,etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shellunderwater Posted October 19, 2016 #21 Share Posted October 19, 2016 So, on disembarkation day on Indy... can you get an alcoholic drink, say bloody mary or mimosa? Would a latte be available as usual? Haven't done a package, looking for every chance.... Sent from my GT-N5110 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steelbreeze Posted October 19, 2016 #22 Share Posted October 19, 2016 You can always get a drink on disembarkation day, but you will find that your credit card will be billed. The package ends the last night of your cruise. I find that between the fresh squeezed oj, 2 specialty coffees and about 4 bottle of water, you only need a couple glasses of wine with dinner to break even, therefore your Miami vice or two at the pool are 'free'! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sowindct Posted October 19, 2016 #23 Share Posted October 19, 2016 Where did you see the drink package at 20% off? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoGurl Posted October 19, 2016 #24 Share Posted October 19, 2016 Where did you see the drink package at 20% off? Thanks. I don't know if the sale is still going, but for several weeks now the deluxe package price listed in the cruise planner has been the 20% reduced price. If you look on a computer there's a banner on the page advertising the sale, and on my page, there is red wording underneath the price that tells you it reflects the discounted price. If you look on your mobile device you may not see it. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BekkaW Posted October 19, 2016 #25 Share Posted October 19, 2016 So, on disembarkation day on Indy... can you get an alcoholic drink, say bloody mary or mimosa? Would a latte be available as usual? Haven't done a package, looking for every chance.... Sent from my GT-N5110 using Forums mobile app In my experience on disembarkation day coffee and OJ = yes, alcoholic drinks = no Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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