East Plus vs Premium drink package

[smplybcause]

Hi everyone,

 

So the last time I went on MSC was before the switched the drink packages up. At the time Easy was the free one and Easy Plus covered most things and Premium covered the rest. Since they changed in the fall the packages have tweaked just a bit. So I'm looking for the differences and the biggest one I want to know is not the alcoholic side.

 

So when I went last summer the free package was the easy package and it didn't include any juices or water not included. I upgraded for better booze - but found out the next day that the juices they had for breakfast was VERY LIMITED. Basically I really like apple juice for breakfast so I'm trying to figured out if the bottles of apple juice (or if they've started just serving glasses) is included in Easy Plus or if I need Premium to get it.

 

I ask because online premium says fruit juices but it was included with easy plus last time I was on. So I want to know if they changed it to only apple juice for premium.

 

Thanks!!!!

[kernow]

Yes, fruit juices are included on Easy Plus, Premium is just some more expensive wines and spirits. I think the apple juice is poured from a carton.

[CruiseScrooge]

Have you considered bringing a apple or apple juice flavored instant powder? I'm a pomegranate addict

and get my good enough fix with it.

[smplybcause]

1 hour ago, CruiseScrooge said:

Have you considered bringing a apple or apple juice flavored instant powder? I'm a pomegranate addict

and get my good enough fix with it.

 

Didn't even think this would exist! Only thing I've ever seen in powder form is maybe lemonade...and I'm not even so sure it's not just a bunch of sugar lol

[smplybcause]

7 hours ago, kernow said:

Yes, fruit juices are included on Easy Plus, Premium is just some more expensive wines and spirits. I think the apple juice is poured from a carton.

 

Thanks! MSC was throwing me off with only listing soft drinks for easy plus now yet under premium it says soft drinks, fruit juices, mineral water, and energy drinks. And I couldn't find the chart they used to have. 

Edited June 16, 2022 by smplybcause

[phissy]

 

 

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FAQ

Edited June 17, 2022 by phissy

[GonzoWCS]

Super information here thanks!

 

Cheers

[StevenUS]

Spirit Coffees? I guess coffee with liquor? Also where can I get the specialty coffees onboard (Seashore?) Just the buffet and maybe MDR? Or would bars be able to make lattes and such?

[kernow]

6 hours ago, StevenUS said:

Spirit Coffees? I guess coffee with liquor? Also where can I get the specialty coffees onboard (Seashore?) Just the buffet and maybe MDR? Or would bars be able to make lattes and such?

Haven't been on Seashore but pretty much all of the bars do coffee. What you call liquor we call spirits so yes coffee with alcohol (they do them very well!).

[FireEater]

I take it, the Aurea package is the Easy Select Package???

 

Just booked one out of Cape Canaveral tomorrow.

 

Has been at least 5 years since I have been on the Divina and MSC for that matter.

[awhcruiser]

No drink package included with Aurea Experience.  

[phissy]

Aurea Experience

• Discounted drink package option available at the time of booking
• Main restaurants serving gourmet meals accommodating a variety of dietary needs
• Flexible dining time with My Choice dining in a dedicated restaurant or area
• Extensive buffet with a wide array of cuisine
• 20% discount on a prepaid dedicated specialty restaurant package

[Nunagoras]

16 hours ago, StevenUS said:

Spirit Coffees? I guess coffee with liquor? Also where can I get the specialty coffees onboard (Seashore?) Just the buffet and maybe MDR? Or would bars be able to make lattes and such?

On MSC ships pretty much every bar serves regular espresso coffee drinks (simple espresso, machiato, cappuccino, latte, etc.) There will be a dedicated bar, usually on one of the atrium decks corner that will serve some more "exotic" coffee drinks, similar to the ones served by the 3rd party vendor aboard. As per what I have seen on other posts, on the Seashore, that place is called Brooklyn Cafe.

[FireEater]

Hmmmmm

 

Just saw this on mscbook.com page:

 

Aurea does give the Easy drink Package.

 

 

 

Proposition:

Designed to offer reinvigorating, all-inclusive comfort

Available with the following accommodation types: Suite and Balcony cabins

 

Target:

✓ people oriented towards the current wellbeing trend
✓ customers seeking relaxation, pampering and peace of mind

 

Insight:

AUREA fares offer your customers an all-inclusive cruise in premium accommodation, with a healthy dose of pampering. As well as privileged access to the onboard spa, they will enjoy a series of relaxing benefits for body and soul.

What’s included:

✓ All Fantastica Experience benefits plus a variety extra privileges

✓ Easy drink Package*

✓ Free access to the exclusive sun deck to enjoy the sun in complete tranquility**

✓ Wellbeing package including: one massage of your choice from the spa menu (up to 60 minutes***), tanning booth, spa welcome cocktail, private MediSpa doctor consultation, access to Thermal Area throughout cruise****

✓ MSC gift

✓ Relaxation amenities in each cabin (including bathrobe and slippers)

✓ Priority boarding (only on embarkation day)

✓ Free choice of dining time with My Choice dining style

✓ MSC for Me Wristband
✓ One complimentary picture for each adult guest (maximum two photos per cabin), taken during the Mediterranean Night at the Main Resturants

 

 

* The drink package includes draught beers, a dedicated selection of house wines by the glass, selected spirits and cocktails, non-alcoholic cocktails, soft drinks and fruit juices by the glass, bottled mineral water and classic hot drinks (espresso, cappuccino, caffe latte, hot tea). The drinks can be consumed in all onboard bars, as well as the self-service buffet and restaurants, excluding speciality restaurants. A non-alcoholic version is available for kids.

**Please note children are allowed on the exclusive sundeck

***Up to 50 minutes for cruises starting from 2020/2021

****The package is for adults only.

[RudiRatlos]

Sadly, that information is outdated. No drink package anymore and the free massage turned into a discount on massage.

[FireEater]

Bummer.

[StevenUS]

5 hours ago, Nunagoras said:

On MSC ships pretty much every bar serves regular espresso coffee drinks (simple espresso, machiato, cappuccino, latte, etc.) There will be a dedicated bar, usually on one of the atrium decks corner that will serve some more "exotic" coffee drinks, similar to the ones served by the 3rd party vendor aboard. As per what I have seen on other posts, on the Seashore, that place is called Brooklyn Cafe.

Would a mocha latte or any coffee with some chocolate flavor be considered a simple espresso drink or would I be out of luck for that?

[Nunagoras]

17 hours ago, StevenUS said:

Would a mocha latte or any coffee with some chocolate flavor be considered a simple espresso drink or would I be out of luck for that?

That on MSC's terminology is set to be a "coffee delight" drink, so, sadly, not a regular one. Some bartenders might to serve you such a "sort of" drink with what they've available to work with, but generally those drinks are only offered, either way on places like Brooklyn Cafe on Seashore (included only on Premium Extra package and the non alcoholic one) or outside of any package on the 3rd party coffee and chocolate vendor spot. In some ships they serve those drinks both at the MDR or the buffet during breakfast time, but that is a ship by ship, perhaps sailing by saiiing sort of thing.

[CGTNORMANDIE]

On 6/16/2022 at 1:17 AM, smplybcause said:

Hi everyone,

 

So the last time I went on MSC was before the switched the drink packages up. At the time Easy was the free one and Easy Plus covered most things and Premium covered the rest. Since they changed in the fall the packages have tweaked just a bit. So I'm looking for the differences and the biggest one I want to know is not the alcoholic side.

 

So when I went last summer the free package was the easy package and it didn't include any juices or water not included. I upgraded for better booze - but found out the next day that the juices they had for breakfast was VERY LIMITED. Basically I really like apple juice for breakfast so I'm trying to figured out if the bottles of apple juice (or if they've started just serving glasses) is included in Easy Plus or if I need Premium to get it.

 

I ask because online premium says fruit juices but it was included with easy plus last time I was on. So I want to know if they changed it to only apple juice for premium.

 

Thanks!!!!

Trying to figure out the MSC Drink Packages is an endless conundrum.  The real show stopper is the MSC policy that all occupants in the same cabin must take the same package.  In your case you can simply go with the Non Alcohol Package for $25.00 per day per person.  As long as both of you in the cabin subscribe for the same package.  Now if your DW or SO doesn’t need the package that means you’d be spending $50.00 per day to get your fruit juice.  Maybe charging each drink would be cheaper than getting a package?  

[StevenUS]

On 6/19/2022 at 1:57 PM, Nunagoras said:

That on MSC's terminology is set to be a "coffee delight" drink, so, sadly, not a regular one. Some bartenders might to serve you such a "sort of" drink with what they've available to work with, but generally those drinks are only offered, either way on places like Brooklyn Cafe on Seashore (included only on Premium Extra package and the non alcoholic one) or outside of any package on the 3rd party coffee and chocolate vendor spot. In some ships they serve those drinks both at the MDR or the buffet during breakfast time, but that is a ship by ship, perhaps sailing by saiiing sort of thing.

That is crazy. So I can get a latte on my drink package, but getting some chocolate in it for a mocha makes it different enough it will only be covered on the highest plan? MSC is crazy.

[Nunagoras]

2 hours ago, StevenUS said:

That is crazy. So I can get a latte on my drink package, but getting some chocolate in it for a mocha makes it different enough it will only be covered on the highest plan? MSC is crazy.

That seems to be the logic, but don't panic... Sometimes they can "counteract" that logic... Either way, I also find it strange, as a strong coffee appreciator I'm really...

[smplybcause]

On 6/19/2022 at 10:03 PM, CGTNORMANDIE said:

Trying to figure out the MSC Drink Packages is an endless conundrum.  The real show stopper is the MSC policy that all occupants in the same cabin must take the same package.  In your case you can simply go with the Non Alcohol Package for $25.00 per day per person.  As long as both of you in the cabin subscribe for the same package.  Now if your DW or SO doesn’t need the package that means you’d be spending $50.00 per day to get your fruit juice.  Maybe charging each drink would be cheaper than getting a package?  

 

Oh I drink alcohol. And I'm solo so that's not an issue. I'm just weird that instead of coffee in the morning I'm an apple juice person and I found it crazy that it wasn't an included breakfast juice on MSC. 

[HipHipOnAShip]

52 minutes ago, smplybcause said:

 

Oh I drink alcohol. And I'm solo so that's not an issue. I'm just weird that instead of coffee in the morning I'm an apple juice person and I found it crazy that it wasn't an included breakfast juice on MSC. 

Yes, you CAN get apple juice at breakfast in either the buffet or Main Dining room.  It is absolutely included (but you might need to ask for it).

[HipHipOnAShip]

On 6/20/2022 at 4:18 PM, StevenUS said:

That is crazy. So I can get a latte on my drink package, but getting some chocolate in it for a mocha makes it different enough it will only be covered on the highest plan? MSC is crazy.

Not correct; you do not need the highest plan to get a flavoring in your coffee.  Even the Easy plan allows for it.  

[Native Floridian 26]

On 6/17/2022 at 9:40 PM, StevenUS said:

Spirit Coffees? I guess coffee with liquor? Also where can I get the specialty coffees onboard (Seashore?) Just the buffet and maybe MDR? Or would bars be able to make lattes and such?

Irish Coffee after dinner is delish.