BENHANDEL Posted August 5, 2018 #1 Share Posted August 5, 2018 We are close to committing to Cheers! But hubby needs something confirmed... When we boarded DCL there were people selling discounted beer packages. We ordered a set number (20?) And got a set number free (4?) compared with regular purchase price. The guy delivered them to our room and it included a cute little cooler. It was perfect for us. Since I haven't come across any mention of this on CCL (other than non-discounted beer buckets) I assume it is not a thing on CCL? (And likely only on DCL cuz they do not have any all-inclusive drink packages). Thanks for helping make our Cheers! decision! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cccer Posted August 5, 2018 #2 Share Posted August 5, 2018 Carnival does not offer any beer deals like that. You can preorder a 4 pack with a cooler but it will be full price. If you get a bucket of 4 beers at a bar, they will take $2 off the total cost. I only drink beer and am very happy with Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boomhower Posted August 5, 2018 #3 Share Posted August 5, 2018 Nope no deals other than buying a bucket of beer so I think you get one free when you buy 5 (so a total of 6 in the bucket). Only kind of deal I can remember and that was several years ago so they may not even do that anymore. $1 off per beer when you buy the bucket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sillyjilly Posted August 5, 2018 #4 Share Posted August 5, 2018 As a bucket of beer gal, it is only a $2 discount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMAE Posted August 5, 2018 #5 Share Posted August 5, 2018 It would be nice if CCL offer a beer package. I always suggest it on my post cruise surveys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maryred Posted August 5, 2018 #6 Share Posted August 5, 2018 Carnival does not offer any beer deals like that. You can preorder a 4 pack with a cooler but it will be full price. If you get a bucket of 4 beers at a bar, they will take $2 off the total cost. I only drink beer and am very happy with Cheers. This is the correct description of the discount Carnival offers at it's bars when you order a bucket of beer. Canned/bottled beers range in price from $4.75 for a 12oz can of Bud Lite to $7.95 for a Fosters 25oz oil can. The bulk of 16oz bottles are either $6.25 and $6.50, and you can mix and match beers plus some other varieties of bottled beverages including like hard lemonade and hard ciders. So in theory you can buy a bucket for as little as $19/bud lite bucket and as much as $29.80/ Fosters bucket. Do take that discount plus the limit of 15 alcoholic drinks/person when calculating if Cheers is of any benefit to your cabin. Also to mention is under Cheers the beer is generally served to opened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BENHANDEL Posted August 5, 2018 Author #7 Share Posted August 5, 2018 I only drink beer and am very happy with Cheers. Thanks for that....Cheers! seems like a no-brainer for martini and high-end-wine consumers, but the math is a bit closer for brew fans. But I think with the other beverages it includes it makes sense. Plus we could try some of the other drinks without the risk of not liking what I paid so much for! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joebucks Posted August 6, 2018 #8 Share Posted August 6, 2018 The self-pour beer station is another good pay as you go option Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maryred Posted August 6, 2018 #9 Share Posted August 6, 2018 Dang, it's changed since the last time I bought a bucket. :(Then you must of not sailed Carnival since before 2010. That's when I started sailing this line, and 4 mix-n-match, bottled or canned, alcoholic beverages at a $2 discount is all it it's every been, in my experience. Sent from my STV100-2 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckiestmanonearth Posted August 6, 2018 #10 Share Posted August 6, 2018 I’m guessing the break even for Cheers if you just drink beer is about 11 or 12 regular size beers (with a cap of 15). Maybe not worth it Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotshotrucking Posted August 6, 2018 #11 Share Posted August 6, 2018 My upcoming cruise of 7 nights just dosen't make sence for Cheers, we are off the ship 4 days, booked excursions with drinks provided. We are usually worn out after an active day ashore. We're cruising to have a great time and looking forward to Fun Times! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason534 Posted August 7, 2018 #12 Share Posted August 7, 2018 I’m guessing the break even for Cheers if you just drink beer is about 11 or 12 regular size beers (with a cap of 15).Maybe not worth it Sent from my iPhone using Forums Break even on about your 8th beer...depending on the size/style. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserbrianj Posted August 7, 2018 #13 Share Posted August 7, 2018 I still think Cheers is worth it even on port days. You’re back on the ship usually by mid afternoon...a drink or three before dinner, a couple after dinner or in the casino. Perhaps an Irish coffee in the evening or a specialty coffee in the morning (the regular coffee at breakfast is blah in my opinion). Not to mention waters, etc. For approx $50 a day I really do think it’s a decent deal considering it’s more than just alcohol and you don’t need to think about “should I have this or that...wonder what my tab is?” etc. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnorris10 Posted August 7, 2018 #14 Share Posted August 7, 2018 I still think Cheers is worth it even on port days. You’re back on the ship usually by mid afternoon...a drink or three before dinner, a couple after dinner or in the casino. Perhaps an Irish coffee in the evening or a specialty coffee in the morning (the regular coffee at breakfast is blah in my opinion). Not to mention waters, etc. For approx $50 a day I really do think it’s a decent deal considering it’s more than just alcohol and you don’t need to think about “should I have this or that...wonder what my tab is?” etc. Sent from my iPhone using Forums That also depends on who you book with and how much they drink - for me i dont drink so not worth double the price for hubby to have it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joebucks Posted August 7, 2018 #15 Share Posted August 7, 2018 I still think Cheers is worth it even on port days. You’re back on the ship usually by mid afternoon...a drink or three before dinner, a couple after dinner or in the casino. Perhaps an Irish coffee in the evening or a specialty coffee in the morning (the regular coffee at breakfast is blah in my opinion). Not to mention waters, etc. For approx $50 a day I really do think it’s a decent deal considering it’s more than just alcohol and you don’t need to think about “should I have this or that...wonder what my tab is?” etc. Sent from my iPhone using Forums For everyone it's different. I'm usually back on the boat by 4-5. By that point, I'm looking to get rehydrated from the drinks and sun I just had, and get ready for dinner. Three drinks before dinner, I admire your enthusiasm lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserbrianj Posted August 7, 2018 #16 Share Posted August 7, 2018 For everyone it's different. I'm usually back on the boat by 4-5. By that point, I'm looking to get rehydrated from the drinks and sun I just had, and get ready for dinner. Three drinks before dinner, I admire your enthusiasm lol. Haha...thanks, I think. Let’s be honest though, the basic drinks on the ship aren’t terribly strong. I guess I’m saying that in my defense lol Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserbrianj Posted August 7, 2018 #17 Share Posted August 7, 2018 That also depends on who you book with and how much they drink - for me i dont drink so not worth double the price for hubby to have it 100 percent agree. If one in the party isn’t a drinker then I don’t see how it could ever be worth it. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathyoo Posted August 7, 2018 #18 Share Posted August 7, 2018 I don't buy Cheers so much for the saving butI like having every think paid in full. I pre pay my tips, put lots on my sail and sign and pay my CC in full before I step on the ship. Otherwise knowing me I would be penny pinching the entire cruise. I like being able to try something without worrying if I am wasting my money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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