813Diver Posted February 24, 2019 #1 Share Posted February 24, 2019 Sorry if this has been discussed, but I tried searching and couldn't find any topics about it. According to the updated 2019 drink package pdf from RCI's website: https://www.royalcaribbean.com/content/dam/royal/resources/pdf/beverage-packages/deluxe-beverage-packages-cruises.pdf Milkshakes from Johnny Rocket's have been removed, and the "up to" dollar amount has been changed from $13 to $12. In the past, Oasis and Quantum class ships had a $13 limit. I sent RCI a facebook message and they advised that the milkshakes are only included when dining at Johnny Rockets, and that the $12 limit is now fleet-wide. Anyone been on a cruise since January 1st who can confirm this? Unfortunate if it's true, IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruisegirl6 Posted February 24, 2019 #2 Share Posted February 24, 2019 (edited) I would like to know also, but I always thought the Oasis class was up to $13. Edited February 24, 2019 by Cruisegirl6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
later Posted February 24, 2019 #3 Share Posted February 24, 2019 Our January cruise on Oasis it was $13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare vacationlover_mn Posted February 24, 2019 #4 Share Posted February 24, 2019 Glad DH got a chance for a free JR milkshake this last time we cruised. He’ll be bummed that it is no longer included 😞 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TORQ Posted February 24, 2019 #5 Share Posted February 24, 2019 If 12 is the max a drink can retail for within the drink package. Will that get you a dirty martini with a vodka that don't come in a plastic bottle? And Starbucks coffee is not included, yet specialty coffee is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
813Diver Posted February 25, 2019 Author #6 Share Posted February 25, 2019 5 hours ago, TORQ said: If 12 is the max a drink can retail for within the drink package. Will that get you a dirty martini with a vodka that don't come in a plastic bottle? And Starbucks coffee is not included, yet specialty coffee is? Yes, you will be able to get a basic dirty martini with any of the vodkas listed in the document i linked in the first post. Drinks at Starbucks are not included, but specialty coffees at Cafe Promenade are included. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodthatwontcomeout Posted February 25, 2019 #7 Share Posted February 25, 2019 Just got off allure today, drinks were 13 limit 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grandgeezer Posted February 25, 2019 #8 Share Posted February 25, 2019 Starbucks is a chain with no ties to the cruise lines. They would have to reimburse Starbucks for every drink and I'm sure it wouldn't be anywhere near actual cost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashland Posted February 25, 2019 #9 Share Posted February 25, 2019 9 hours ago, vacationlover_mn said: Glad DH got a chance for a free JR milkshake this last time we cruised. He’ll be bummed that it is no longer included 😞 Hmmm...no idea the milkshake at JR's was ever included Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare vacationlover_mn Posted February 25, 2019 #10 Share Posted February 25, 2019 4 hours ago, Ashland said: Hmmm...no idea the milkshake at JR's was ever included It’s been on then off then on then apparently off again, over the past few years... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TORQ Posted February 25, 2019 #11 Share Posted February 25, 2019 12 hours ago, 813Diver said: Yes, you will be able to get a basic dirty martini with any of the vodkas listed in the document i linked in the first post. Drinks at Starbucks are not included, but specialty coffees at Cafe Promenade are included. Thanks for the info. And based on what ive read, you can get a milk shack at Johney rockets IF, your eating there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFamCruisers430 Posted February 25, 2019 #12 Share Posted February 25, 2019 (edited) I was on Mariner in early Feb and it was $13. Drank Grey Goose dirty martinis the whole time... 🙂 Edited February 25, 2019 by JFamCruisers430 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasukkie Posted February 25, 2019 #13 Share Posted February 25, 2019 Curious, for those who have had to pay the difference for cocktails not covered on the package. Do they charge you for the price of the cocktail + 18% gratuity ($16.52 for a $14 drink) and then subtract $13? That one dollar differential thus would become $3.52. That could really add up over the course of a cruise if you liked a certain drink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted February 25, 2019 #14 Share Posted February 25, 2019 (edited) 1 minute ago, Jasukkie said: That one dollar differential thus would become $3.52. Your math is slightly off - a drink $1 over would cost you $1.18 (the 18% applies only to the overage). Edited February 25, 2019 by Biker19 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasukkie Posted February 25, 2019 #15 Share Posted February 25, 2019 Just now, Biker19 said: Your math is slightly off - a drink $1 over would cost you $1.18. So gratuity only on the difference, that's good. I hope I haven't suggested a new revenue stream to RC lol. They do like the creative math. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted February 25, 2019 #16 Share Posted February 25, 2019 15 minutes ago, Jasukkie said: So gratuity only on the difference, that's good. I hope I haven't suggested a new revenue stream to RC lol. They do like the creative math. On Freedom Sauvignon Blanc and Sparkling wine per glass were over the $13 limit for the DP. Only Pinot Grigio per glass was under the $13 limit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdonlon13 Posted February 25, 2019 #17 Share Posted February 25, 2019 Are there any sparkling wines (Ccampange, Prosecco) that are covered with the beverage package? Also are most cocktails covered (margaritas or rum punch type drinks)? I'm going on navigator this summer and trying to figure out if we should bring bubbly on with us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted February 25, 2019 #18 Share Posted February 25, 2019 5 minutes ago, sdonlon13 said: Are there any sparkling wines (Ccampange, Prosecco) that are covered with the beverage package? Also are most cocktails covered (margaritas or rum punch type drinks)? I'm going on navigator this summer and trying to figure out if we should bring bubbly on with us. Prosecco was $12 a glass. Pinot Grigio $14 a glass Sauvignon Blanc $15 a glass We had to pay the difference plus gratuity over the $13 per drink on Freedom. Bottles of wine had 30-40% discount with the DP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted February 25, 2019 #19 Share Posted February 25, 2019 3 minutes ago, sdonlon13 said: Are there any sparkling wines (Ccampange, Prosecco) that are covered with the beverage package? Also are most cocktails covered (margaritas or rum punch type drinks)? I'm going on navigator this summer and trying to figure out if we should bring bubbly on with us. Most all cocktails are included. The only ones that might exceed the drink package cost limit are those with upper shelf spirits. Sparkling wines are also included, though you might find some that exceed the $12 or $13 drink package limit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunkeldjack Posted February 25, 2019 #20 Share Posted February 25, 2019 14 hours ago, goodthatwontcomeout said: Just got off allure today, drinks were 13 limit Excellent - we're on Allure on March 17th - how was it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodthatwontcomeout Posted February 26, 2019 #21 Share Posted February 26, 2019 17 hours ago, dunkeldjack said: Excellent - we're on Allure on March 17th - how was it? Very nice, you'll have a blast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunkeldjack Posted February 26, 2019 #22 Share Posted February 26, 2019 3 hours ago, goodthatwontcomeout said: Very nice, you'll have a blast! Cheers - counting down the days!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grenouille21 Posted February 26, 2019 #23 Share Posted February 26, 2019 23 hours ago, sdonlon13 said: Are there any sparkling wines (Ccampange, Prosecco) that are covered with the beverage package? Also are most cocktails covered (margaritas or rum punch type drinks)? I'm going on navigator this summer and trying to figure out if we should bring bubbly on with us. Google says maybe, depending on where you look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 26, 2019 #24 Share Posted February 26, 2019 On 2/25/2019 at 4:23 PM, JFamCruisers430 said: I was on Mariner in early Feb and it was $13. Drank Grey Goose dirty martinis the whole time... 🙂 Hmmm that’s interesting! I’m on the Navigator in April- I wonder if the $13 limit will apply Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruisegirl6 Posted February 26, 2019 #25 Share Posted February 26, 2019 Now you can't get any sparkling wine with the package! 😱 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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