eliana Posted September 5, 2018 #1 Share Posted September 5, 2018 We will be new to Oceania and are very confused as to how drinks packages work. We have sailed a lot on Regent and can always order most sorts of beer and wine at lunch and dinner. If we don’t like the wine there is always another to try, and we are not committed to that bottle. What is the position on Oceania? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marylizcat Posted September 5, 2018 #2 Share Posted September 5, 2018 The wine list contains a list of wines available by the glass and you have to order one of those. If you don’t like the one you get, there is nothing to stop you ordering another different one. You are allowed as many glasses per meal as you want, provided you can get hold of the wine waiter. Same applies for beer. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet- Posted September 5, 2018 #3 Share Posted September 5, 2018 The wine by the glass list is almost identical to those offered by Regent at lunch and dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet- Posted September 5, 2018 #4 Share Posted September 5, 2018 Here's the list https://www.oceaniacruises.com/Documents/Menus/1695/Grand-Dining-Wine-list.pdf.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimandStan Posted September 5, 2018 #5 Share Posted September 5, 2018 The wine list contains a list of wines available by the glass and you have to order one of those. If you don’t like the one you get, there is nothing to stop you ordering another different one. You are allowed as many glasses per meal as you want, provided you can get hold of the wine waiter. Same applies for beer.Sent from my iPad using Forums +1 but this is a description of the basic (sometimes included) "House" drinks Package . The upgraded "Prestige" drinks Package adds mixed drinks in any location, at any time when a Bar is open on the ship and costs $20 per day more than the House Package. They exclude such extravagances as Louis XIII cognac, but the Prestige Package is very close to an Open Bar concept. Although Prestige offers more choices, the BASIC difference between the two Packages is that the House Package ONLY allows for service of beer or wine during meals, whereas the Prestige Package is anytime, anywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eliana Posted September 5, 2018 Author #6 Share Posted September 5, 2018 The wine list contains a list of wines available by the glass and you have to order one of those. If you don’t like the one you get, there is nothing to stop you ordering another different one. You are allowed as many glasses per meal as you want, provided you can get hold of the wine waiter. Same applies for Sent from my iPad using Forums Does this mean you can try, even drink, as many glasses as you want at each meal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted September 5, 2018 #7 Share Posted September 5, 2018 Does this mean you can try, even drink, as many glasses as you want at each meal. Yes but you cannot sit in the dining venue for half the day to drink your wine/beer It is during the meal only for the House Select Package Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janecambridge Posted September 5, 2018 #8 Share Posted September 5, 2018 For the Brits this is the two packages now.I cannot see the dollar costs on the web site. But as you can see Champagne is also included in the House Select package Prestige Select Unlimited premium spirits, Champagne, wine and beer wherever and whenever you wish from £45.99 per guest, per day House Select Unlimited Champagne, wine and beer with lunch and dinner from £30.99 per guest, per day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted September 5, 2018 #9 Share Posted September 5, 2018 For the Brits this is the two packages now.I cannot see the dollar costs on the web site. But as you can see Champagne is also included in the House Select package Prestige Select Unlimited premium spirits, Champagne, wine and beer wherever and whenever you wish from £45.99 per guest, per day House Select Unlimited Champagne, wine and beer with lunch and dinner from £30.99 per guest, per day it is the same packages for all the prices are different depending on your Country where it is booked Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenMurphy Posted September 25, 2018 #10 Share Posted September 25, 2018 We are booked on a cruise 4 November, I have booked excursions/speciality dining , but I'm unable to book a drinks package. I am well aware that I can book this onboard, but we are in the UK and the STG/USD rate is sinking like a stone . I was hoping to "lock it in" before we leave. Has anyone pre booked a drinks package? Thanks josie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet- Posted September 25, 2018 #11 Share Posted September 25, 2018 Hi Josie We always take the drinks package as our O life choice but I have looked at our booking and there isn't the option to book drinks on line. Have you rang your TA or Oceania who I've always found helpful when they've had the opportunity to relieve me of money:D Janet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenMurphy Posted September 25, 2018 #12 Share Posted September 25, 2018 THanks for your reply Janet. We have taken $1000 as our O lifr Choice, I think! Just sent an emailto our agent..........................................out of office! Think a phone call is needed! Josie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marylizcat Posted September 25, 2018 #13 Share Posted September 25, 2018 If you are wanting the drinks package, you should do the sums. I think you will find it better value to take the drinks package instead of onboard credit and then just pay the 20 dollars per day to upgrade to the premium package. You can ask your agent to swap it over. Then upgrade on board. Sent from my iPad using Forums 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted September 25, 2018 #14 Share Posted September 25, 2018 We are booked on a cruise 4 November, I have booked excursions/speciality dining , but I'm unable to book a drinks package.I am well aware that I can book this onboard, but we are in the UK and the STG/USD rate is sinking like a stone . I was hoping to "lock it in" before we leave. Has anyone pre booked a drinks package? Thanks josie You have to call to order them In the future it looks like you will be able to order them online but not until May 2019 by the sounds of it https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2682555 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenMurphy Posted September 25, 2018 #15 Share Posted September 25, 2018 Hi All I've just called our TA and she has moved us onto the basic drinks package (ie : drinks with meals) All that I have to do is pay the difference and upgrade once on board. That will work out well on a 25 night cruise . Thanks everyone for your advice , I'll raise a glass (or two) to you once we are on board Cheers Josie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basor Posted September 25, 2018 #16 Share Posted September 25, 2018 Hi All I've just called our TA and she has moved us onto the basic drinks package (ie : drinks with meals) All that I have to do is pay the difference and upgrade once on board. That will work out well on a 25 night cruise . Thanks everyone for your advice , I'll raise a glass (or two) to you once we are on board Cheers Josie I think we are on the same Amazon cruise - if so, we will be happy to join you raising several glasses ;p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sky111 Posted September 29, 2018 #17 Share Posted September 29, 2018 Are softdrinks and Bottled Water free on Oceania? If so even from the mini-bar? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ORV Posted September 29, 2018 #18 Share Posted September 29, 2018 Are softdrinks and Bottled Water free on Oceania? If so even from the mini-bar? Yes & yes, the only drinks you pay for on Oceania are the ones with alcohol in them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruseforme Posted September 29, 2018 #19 Share Posted September 29, 2018 Are softdrinks and Bottled Water free on Oceania? If so even from the mini-bar? All non alcoholic beverages, including smoothies, and virgin beverages (virgin pina colada..etc), specialty coffee without alcohol, water and soft drinks are complimentary. You can ask your room steward to load your in room refrigerator with the soft drinks of choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea42 Posted September 29, 2018 #20 Share Posted September 29, 2018 All non alcoholic beverages, including smoothies, and virgin beverages (virgin pina colada..etc), specialty coffee without alcohol, water and soft drinks are complimentary. You can ask your room steward to load your in room refrigerator with the soft drinks of choice.Does Oceania offer Pepsi or Coca cola products? Sent from my Moto G (5) Plus using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruseforme Posted September 29, 2018 #21 Share Posted September 29, 2018 CocaCola and Schweppes I believe. However, if you ask your TA to contact O before your cruise, you may request other soft drink types. If they can supply it, they will stock your refrigerator with those instead. Never hurts to ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Shippy Posted September 29, 2018 #22 Share Posted September 29, 2018 Some cruise lines require both people in the cabin to purchase the package. Does that also apply to Oceana? I am not a drinker but my husband is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea42 Posted September 29, 2018 #23 Share Posted September 29, 2018 CocaCola and Schweppes I believe. However, if you ask your TA to contact O before your cruise, you may request other soft drink types. If they can supply it, they will stock your refrigerator with those instead. Never hurts to ask.Thank you Sent from my Moto G (5) Plus using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mura Posted September 29, 2018 #24 Share Posted September 29, 2018 I don't drink either of them but we have always had some Coke products in our mini fridge. I believe I recall people asking about Pepsi and I THINK it is not normally provided. But you may be able to request it with adequate notice. That can depend upon the itinerary of course ... if you are doing a Tahiti cruise you probably couldn't get it. (I'm guessing here!) But if you are in Europe, it might be different. I doubt they want to order one 6-pack for a ship, however! Good luck for the drink of your choice being available. Mura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimandStan Posted September 30, 2018 #25 Share Posted September 30, 2018 Some cruise lines require both people in the cabin to purchase the package. Does that also apply to Oceana?I am not a drinker but my husband is. Other Lines require dual purchase because they assume that cheating will occur if they allow half of a couple to book the Package.Oceania treats its' passengers as responsible adults who will resist that temptation. They allow one person to book a Package while the other does not. Please prove them right in trusting us. :halo: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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