Mistylou0713 Posted February 26, 2019 #1 Share Posted February 26, 2019 So my family and I are taking our first cruise April 20 2020 next year on the Mariner of the Seas. I have some questions about the soda package. Do you have to purchase the soda package for everyone in the stateroom? My oldest daughter has kidney issues and she does not drink soda at all, but my husband on the other hand can’t go without his soda lol. I like soda but I might buy maybe one the entire week. Also is the price the same for adults as it is kids? My youngest like the occasional soda and if it’s the same price as an adult price I’m not sure if it would be worth it for her on the package. Neither me nor my husband drink so I won’t be buying the alchole package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted February 26, 2019 #2 Share Posted February 26, 2019 (edited) You only need to buy the soda package for those that want it. No requirements to purchase it for all Same price for adults and kids. Edited February 26, 2019 by Ourusualbeach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted February 26, 2019 #3 Share Posted February 26, 2019 The soda package does not require all in the stateroom to purchase. Same price kids and adults. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted February 26, 2019 #4 Share Posted February 26, 2019 4 minutes ago, Host Clarea said: The soda package does not require all in the stateroom to purchase. Same price kids and adults. Tough getting back in the groove after 2 weeks away.😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerif Posted February 26, 2019 #5 Share Posted February 26, 2019 If your youngest only drinks the occasional soda, you can just purchase individual cans as desired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorben-Hendrik Posted February 26, 2019 #6 Share Posted February 26, 2019 42 minutes ago, gerif said: If your youngest only drinks the occasional soda, you can just purchase individual cans as desired. Or just share.... 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashland Posted February 26, 2019 #7 Share Posted February 26, 2019 We found the fountain option coke tasted a bit watered down...ask for a glass of ice and the can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerif Posted February 26, 2019 #8 Share Posted February 26, 2019 5 hours ago, Thorben-Hendrik said: Or just share.... 👍 Right. Teach your children young that cheating is perfectly fine. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorben-Hendrik Posted February 26, 2019 #9 Share Posted February 26, 2019 13 minutes ago, gerif said: Right. Teach your children young that cheating is perfectly fine. They are too young to know the difference! 🙄 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mistylou0713 Posted February 26, 2019 Author #10 Share Posted February 26, 2019 1 hour ago, Thorben-Hendrik said: They are too young to know the difference! 🙄 Def not going to share, but thank y’all for the answers lol. I’d say a lot of people probably do that. Does anyone know if the mariner of the seas has to free style coke machine? If so I know they have flavored water so might get my youngest the package she drink more then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted February 26, 2019 #11 Share Posted February 26, 2019 4 minutes ago, Mistylou0713 said: Def not going to share, but thank y’all for the answers lol. I’d say a lot of people probably do that. Does anyone know if the mariner of the seas has to free style coke machine? If so I know they have flavored water so might get my youngest the package she drink more then. Mariner has the Freetyle machines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mistylou0713 Posted February 26, 2019 Author #12 Share Posted February 26, 2019 4 minutes ago, Host Clarea said: Mariner has the Freetyle machines. Ok great thank you. I know the alchole package usually goes on sale for a lower price but the drink package doesn’t correct? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted February 26, 2019 #13 Share Posted February 26, 2019 3 minutes ago, Mistylou0713 said: Ok great thank you. I know the alchole package usually goes on sale for a lower price but the drink package doesn’t correct? Do you mean the soda package or the Refreshment package? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mistylou0713 Posted February 26, 2019 Author #14 Share Posted February 26, 2019 47 minutes ago, Host Clarea said: Do you mean the soda package or the Refreshment package? The soda package Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken at the beach Posted February 26, 2019 #15 Share Posted February 26, 2019 24 minutes ago, Mistylou0713 said: The soda package I’ve never seen the soda package go on sale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mistylou0713 Posted March 3, 2019 Author #16 Share Posted March 3, 2019 Do they count debarkation as one of the days for the drink packages? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted March 3, 2019 #17 Share Posted March 3, 2019 10 minutes ago, Mistylou0713 said: Do they count debarkation as one of the days for the drink packages? You are charged by the number of nights. The package includes whatever beverages might be available on disembarkation day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mistylou0713 Posted March 3, 2019 Author #18 Share Posted March 3, 2019 1 minute ago, Host Clarea said: You are charged by the number of nights. The package includes whatever beverages might be available on disembarkation day. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashland Posted March 3, 2019 #19 Share Posted March 3, 2019 On 2/26/2019 at 2:23 AM, Thorben-Hendrik said: They are too young to know the difference! 🙄 Never underestimate knowledge and awareness ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare vacationlover_mn Posted March 3, 2019 #20 Share Posted March 3, 2019 Keep an eye on the soda package price- it seems all of the drink packages go up and down in price, with a drop almost for sure Black Friday/cyber Monday. I tend to purchase my drink package right away, then cancel/rebook when the price drops. I also do this with excursions 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare vacationlover_mn Posted March 3, 2019 #21 Share Posted March 3, 2019 11 hours ago, Host Clarea said: You are charged by the number of nights. The package includes whatever beverages might be available on disembarkation day. And, I noticed on Symphony that they removed the boozed from the coffee shop debarkation day, so you couldn’t get boozy coffee that morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted March 3, 2019 #22 Share Posted March 3, 2019 1 hour ago, vacationlover_mn said: And, I noticed on Symphony that they removed the boozed from the coffee shop debarkation day, so you couldn’t get boozy coffee that morning. I wonder if the WJ bar still served alcohol on the last morning? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LB_NJ Posted March 3, 2019 #23 Share Posted March 3, 2019 For your husband, if he likes coffee drinks you might think about the refreshment package. During a sale it is only a few dollars a day more and adds mocktails, bottled water, and coffee drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mistylou0713 Posted March 3, 2019 Author #24 Share Posted March 3, 2019 19 minutes ago, LB_NJ said: For your husband, if he likes coffee drinks you might think about the refreshment package. During a sale it is only a few dollars a day more and adds mocktails, bottled water, and coffee drinks. I actually thought about that one for me. I don’t drink soda but I do love my coffee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LB_NJ Posted March 3, 2019 #25 Share Posted March 3, 2019 27 minutes ago, Mistylou0713 said: I actually thought about that one for me. I don’t drink soda but I do love my coffee. I had the package on Empress and definitely made use of the refreshment package for coffee drinks (regular coffee is free but not great) like cappuccinos, expressos, etc. However, if you are not going to use it for other items like bottled water, bottled sparking water, mocktails, etc. you might want to think about just the coffee card. It can save a few dollars over the cost of buying the individual coffee drinks. FYI, they add a gratuity to the refreshment package at checkout. However, if it is on sale it can still make sense IF you will use it enough. Prices of the refreshment package go up and down all the time. The best prices I have seen are usually around black Friday. If it wasn't mentioned before at least for now you can purchase a package and if the price goes down cancel the original and repurchase at the lower price. It does mean checking cruise planner periodically. Finally, I hope you have looked into travel medical insurance. Most policies do NOT cover pre-existing conditions unless the policy was purchased within so many days of putting a deposit down on the trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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