CruiseRook91 Posted February 12, 2018 #1 Share Posted February 12, 2018 My fiancé and I have our honeymoon cruise booked on the Oasis. She’s not a huge drinker but I enjoy it a bit more. We used to get one deluxe package and one beer/wine package, sadly that no longer is an option. At almost $800 for both of us to get the package, it costs more than one of us to cruise. Is it worth it? I’m struggling to think well actually drink that much especially with 3 of those days in port cities. Thoughts? Tips? Advice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted February 12, 2018 #2 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Call and you should be able to buy one delux package and one refreshment package Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted February 12, 2018 #3 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Call and you should be able to buy one delux package and one refreshment package Or just pay for your drinks as you go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mcatmcat Posted February 12, 2018 #4 Share Posted February 12, 2018 2018 will be the end of alcohol packages unless the company wake up really fast. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ReneeFLL Posted February 12, 2018 #5 Share Posted February 12, 2018 2018 will be the end of alcohol packages unless the company wake up really fast. Sent from my iPhone using Forums What? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted February 12, 2018 #6 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Or just pay for your drinks as you go. This would be my advice too. You would have to drink a lot every day to make it worthwhile. Sent from my Kestrel using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted February 12, 2018 #7 Share Posted February 12, 2018 My fiancé and I have our honeymoon cruise booked on the Oasis. She’s not a huge drinker but I enjoy it a bit more. We used to get one deluxe package and one beer/wine package, sadly that no longer is an option. At almost $800 for both of us to get the package, it costs more than one of us to cruise. Is it worth it? I’m struggling to think well actually drink that much especially with 3 of those days in port cities. Thoughts? Tips? Advice? It is not mandatory that any package be purchased. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molly361 Posted February 12, 2018 #8 Share Posted February 12, 2018 It is not mandatory that any package be purchased. We need a Sticky for this statement:cool::cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolfan1980 Posted February 12, 2018 #9 Share Posted February 12, 2018 2018 will be the end of alcohol packages unless the company wake up really fast. Sent from my iPhone using Forums I've been cruising for awhile and they seem more popular than ever, what is the basis for thinking this? My sense is they're doing it the way they do because they can. My sense is the end of unlimited drink packages will come eventually, however only likely after a number of drinking related incidents hit the media, K2g6s9 no of similar to how McD's had to stop super-sizing after it was causing image problems in the media. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4774Papa Posted February 12, 2018 #10 Share Posted February 12, 2018 My fiancé and I have our honeymoon cruise booked on the Oasis. She’s not a huge drinker but I enjoy it a bit more. We used to get one deluxe package and one beer/wine package, sadly that no longer is an option. At almost $800 for both of us to get the package, it costs more than one of us to cruise. Is it worth it? I’m struggling to think well actually drink that much especially with 3 of those days in port cities. Thoughts? Tips? Advice? We never buy drink packages. Are you Diamond where you can enjoy free happy hour? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robo1098 Posted February 12, 2018 #11 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Why would they stop having drink packages? Many people want it and it makes them money. I think there will be unruly drunks with or without packages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted February 12, 2018 #12 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I've been cruising for awhile and they seem more popular than ever, what is the basis for thinking this? My sense is they're doing it the way they do because they can. My sense is the end of unlimited drink packages will come eventually, however only likely after a number of drinking related incidents hit the media, K2g6s9 no of similar to how McD's had to stop super-sizing after it was causing image problems in the media. Sent from my iPhone using Forums They are selling to 100% of customers the drinks packages in the UK because they call them free drinks packages but the cruise price has increased significantly to cover the cost of the free?? drinks packages. Sent from my Kestrel using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funbobby68 Posted February 12, 2018 #13 Share Posted February 12, 2018 A simple phone call and ordered the drink package for one Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiselover10 Posted February 12, 2018 #14 Share Posted February 12, 2018 How did you only order the drink package for one? Ive called a few times and have been told you cannot do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirRedman Posted February 12, 2018 #15 Share Posted February 12, 2018 How did you only order the drink package for one? Ive called a few times and have been told you cannot do that. If you call RC directly and tell them your fiance does not drink they should allow her to purchase the beverage package (not just soda, but the next one up) while you order the deluxe beverage package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rukkian Posted February 12, 2018 #16 Share Posted February 12, 2018 If you call RC directly and tell them your fiance does not drink they should allow her to purchase the beverage package (not just soda, but the next one up) while you order the deluxe beverage package. If you order for your fiancee ahead of time online (either soda or refreshment), then when you call, it makes it easier. We did this for us, as I am getting the refreshment, while my wife is getting deluxe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasukkie Posted February 12, 2018 #17 Share Posted February 12, 2018 You can see the Rum Runner thread for other options. Alternatively, they do sell 10-drink cards that reduce the per drink price somewhat, as well as buckets of beers. We went with the 10-drink card on my last cruise because there was no way to justify $850 of drinking for us. It did change the way we drank, basically one drink each for the last 5 nights of our cruise. When we had the package, the attitude was more like hey let's get our money's worth. It just feels different to me to walk on the ship with all the drinking paid for vs per drink charges. I just don't want to run the bill up. I also never buy anything on board at the shops, or any upcharge dining options. We did do a couple of the drink specials in addition, no using punches on your drink card for that by the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In Toronto Posted February 12, 2018 #18 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Do they still have the "Happy Hour" 2 for1 specials everyday? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasukkie Posted February 12, 2018 #19 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Do they still have the "Happy Hour" 2 for1 specials everyday? I don't know if it depends on the ship but we had it most, but not all, days on Anthem recently. There were also $2 mimosas at the casino bar at lunch time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In Toronto Posted February 12, 2018 #20 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I don't know if it depends on the ship but we had it most, but not all, days on Anthem recently. There were also $2 mimosas at the casino bar at lunch time. M-m-m! Sounds good! Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare tennislvr8 Posted February 13, 2018 #21 Share Posted February 13, 2018 I was able to call and order the drink package for me and the refreshment package for my husband. Sent from my SM-G935V using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseRook91 Posted February 13, 2018 Author #22 Share Posted February 13, 2018 For the record, I am aware that I can just not get the drink package and that is most likely what we’ll do at this point. However, I was trying to gauge from more experienced cruisers if they’ve found it worth it or not. I like the 10 drink card, I haven’t heard of that before, will definitely look into it. My fiancé does drink, just not enough to justify, she has a glass of wine with dinner and a beer on the beach. Whereas, I like to have a rum punch in my hands whenever I can hehe :) and I think that’s where the package is nice. You don’t have to worry or think about it, it’s just done ahead of time and your bill isn’t always on your mind. I think if I can call and get her the refresh package and me the deluxe it would be more likely that we get a package of some sort. Still a lot of money though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funbobby68 Posted February 13, 2018 #23 Share Posted February 13, 2018 For the record, I am aware that I can just not get the drink package and that is most likely what we’ll do at this point. However, I was trying to gauge from more experienced cruisers if they’ve found it worth it or not. I like the 10 drink card, I haven’t heard of that before, will definitely look into it. My fiancé does drink, just not enough to justify, she has a glass of wine with dinner and a beer on the beach. Whereas, I like to have a rum punch in my hands whenever I can hehe :) and I think that’s where the package is nice. You don’t have to worry or think about it, it’s just done ahead of time and your bill isn’t always on your mind. I think if I can call and get her the refresh package and me the deluxe it would be more likely that we get a package of some sort. Still a lot of money though. I believe it’s well worth it although not sure if my belief is strictly financial, I like the fresh squeezed OJ , specially coffeee with a shot of bailey , plus some wine a after dinner shot and a few other throughout the day Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted February 13, 2018 #24 Share Posted February 13, 2018 For the record, I am aware that I can just not get the drink package and that is most likely what we’ll do at this point. However, I was trying to gauge from more experienced cruisers if they’ve found it worth it or not. I like the 10 drink card, I haven’t heard of that before, will definitely look into it. My fiancé does drink, just not enough to justify, she has a glass of wine with dinner and a beer on the beach. Whereas, I like to have a rum punch in my hands whenever I can hehe :) and I think that’s where the package is nice. You don’t have to worry or think about it, it’s just done ahead of time and your bill isn’t always on your mind. I think if I can call and get her the refresh package and me the deluxe it would be more likely that we get a package of some sort. Still a lot of money though. If you can tamp down your desire for rum punch for three days, the drink cards will probably appear on Day 4. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zdad59 Posted February 13, 2018 #25 Share Posted February 13, 2018 My reply on drink package threads are two things..... 1. Don't forget about bottled water. It's $2.50 a bottled and we go through a lot every day. Keep a stash in the cabin for bedside, excursions, etc. If you are buying water, it adds up fast. 2. When you do an analysis, it is really only a few bucks your saving, at least it is for us. If you do like a few drinks or beers, it adds up quickly. We like the "don't have to worry about it" aspect of things too. We're all paid up. If we want a drink, we have a drink, and don't worry about how much we're spending on liquor for 7-8 days. It's different for everyone, I realize, but for us the deluxe package is worth the cost, especially considering the two things above. Enjoy your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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