Tedferg Posted November 16, 2022 #1 Share Posted November 16, 2022 Can you still buy a bucket of beer? All Beer? Cost? Similarly, can you buy bottled water by the case? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jwattle Posted November 16, 2022 #2 Share Posted November 16, 2022 Yes to both Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedferg Posted November 16, 2022 Author #3 Share Posted November 16, 2022 (edited) Do you know what the cost is and if you can buy any beer or is it just a few that come in buckets? I am comparing Standard and Plus for an upcoming port intensive cruise. We always go Plus since our drink tab is close enough and so convenience and experimentation are tie breakers. But on a 12-day port intensive cruise, I am comparing purchased drinks / brought on wine / OBC versus extra $1200 for Plus. Edited November 16, 2022 by Tedferg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted November 16, 2022 #4 Share Posted November 16, 2022 12 minutes ago, Tedferg said: Do you know what the cost is and if you can buy any beer or is it just a few that come in buckets? I am comparing Standard and Plus for an upcoming port intensive cruise. We always go Plus since our drink tab is close enough and so convenience and experimentation are tie breakers. But on a 12-day port intensive cruise, I am comparing purchased drinks / brought on wine / OBC versus extra $1200 for Plus. pre-cruise only - water about $7 for a 'Princess case' - 12 bottles (16oz?) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Rick&Jeannie Posted November 16, 2022 #5 Share Posted November 16, 2022 Just now, voljeep said: pre-cruise only - water about $7 for a 'Princess case' - 12 bottles (16oz?) I ALWAYS do the Princess-supplied case of water at $7.08. One of the best deals onboard! One case will last us a 7 day cruise and if we stretch just a bit, 10 days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedferg Posted November 16, 2022 Author #6 Share Posted November 16, 2022 16 minutes ago, voljeep said: pre-cruise only - water about $7 for a 'Princess case' - 12 bottles (16oz?) Thanks how do you order it? I checked Onboard Services for an upcoming cruise, but no water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Flyer Posted November 16, 2022 #7 Share Posted November 16, 2022 42 minutes ago, Tedferg said: Thanks how do you order it? I checked Onboard Services for an upcoming cruise, but no water. Onboard Services then Beverage Packages gets me to the water package option to purchase it & my next Princess cruise is in Spring 2024. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedferg Posted November 16, 2022 Author #8 Share Posted November 16, 2022 (edited) 22 minutes ago, Astro Flyer said: Onboard Services then Beverage Packages gets me to the water package option to purchase it & my next Princess cruise is in Spring 2024. Perfect thanks, also saw cans of tonic 🙂 Just need pricing and options for Bucket of Beer, tell me it is not limited to Lite Beer! Edited November 16, 2022 by Tedferg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esprit Posted November 16, 2022 #9 Share Posted November 16, 2022 I never saw any buckets of beer being bought on my two week Regal cruise this summer. Before the drinks package was introduced I always ordered the 5 for 4 bucket but now there is no point if you’ve prepaid all your alcohol drinks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedferg Posted November 16, 2022 Author #10 Share Posted November 16, 2022 (edited) 2 minutes ago, Esprit said: I never saw any buckets of beer being bought on my two week Regal cruise this summer. Before the drinks package was introduced I always ordered the 5 for 4 bucket but now there is no point if you’ve prepaid all your alcohol drinks! My point is that I am thinking of not having Plus, for the first time. The Bucket of Beer would not be a big deal in my calculation. Edited November 16, 2022 by Tedferg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted November 16, 2022 #11 Share Posted November 16, 2022 1 minute ago, Tedferg said: My point is that I am thinking of not having Plus, for the first time. for example only - "a beer" on board costs about $6 ... buy 4 + 18% (don't forget that) = $28 / 5 = $5.66 per beer how many 'buckets' do you plan on buying per day? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrak Posted November 16, 2022 #12 Share Posted November 16, 2022 2 hours ago, Tedferg said: Do you know what the cost is and if you can buy any beer or is it just a few that come in buckets? It is definitely not all beers. There are a limited number of beers that could be purchased in the bucket. It was things like Bud, Bud Light, Coors Lite, etc. It might have included Heineken as well. No "good" beers could be purchased in the bucket. (Not that Princess is known for carrying "good" beers...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedferg Posted November 16, 2022 Author #13 Share Posted November 16, 2022 24 minutes ago, voljeep said: for example only - "a beer" on board costs about $6 ... buy 4 + 18% (don't forget that) = $28 / 5 = $5.66 per beer how many 'buckets' do you plan on buying per day? Right, not much of a saving, I was thinking of a stock of beer in the cabin. To elaborate, we usually cruise with another couple. When we returned onboard, he and I would have a couple of beers in Crooners while the ladies retired to our cabins. The four of us would meet for a cocktail before dinner and often a nightcap before bed. They are not cruising currently and our 'bar habits' are different with just DW and myself. So, I got to thinking, a glass of wine and a beer in the cabin before dinner, DW retires after the show, and I am not inclined to go to the bar on my own. 375 ml spirits and cans of soda / tonic means we can also have a cocktail if we wish. The fact that we can easily have bottled water in the cabin eliminates another aspect of Plus. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skynight Posted November 16, 2022 #14 Share Posted November 16, 2022 You may be able to find some information here: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Shelly97060 Posted November 16, 2022 #15 Share Posted November 16, 2022 I just checked the cruise Personalizer for my upcoming cruises and the bucket of beer option is no longer listed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedferg Posted November 16, 2022 Author #16 Share Posted November 16, 2022 2 minutes ago, Shelly97060 said: I just checked the cruise Personalizer for my upcoming cruises and the bucket of beer option is no longer listed. Me too, I wondered if it was just available at certain bars, I thought it might be a way to keep a stash in the cabin. Though as has been pointed out, not much of a saving and not much choice of beer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare donswife Posted November 17, 2022 #17 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Another thing to consider is the amount of shipboard credit you have that will available for drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedferg Posted November 17, 2022 Author #18 Share Posted November 17, 2022 11 hours ago, donswife said: Another thing to consider is the amount of shipboard credit you have that will available for drinks. Right, if the Excursion OBC can be used for other purchases that makes a difference. Regarding 'Soda' 6 pack, it says to call room service to fulfill order. Can the six be mixed or do they have to be all one type of soda? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Shelly97060 Posted November 18, 2022 #19 Share Posted November 18, 2022 9 hours ago, Tedferg said: Regarding 'Soda' 6 pack, it says to call room service to fulfill order. Can the six be mixed or do they have to be all one type of soda? The 6 cans of soda can be mixed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrak Posted November 18, 2022 #20 Share Posted November 18, 2022 12 hours ago, Tedferg said: Right, if the Excursion OBC can be used for other purchases that makes a difference. Regarding 'Soda' 6 pack, it says to call room service to fulfill order. Can the six be mixed or do they have to be all one type of soda? Remember: Each passenger can bring a 12 pack of soda aboard. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedferg Posted November 18, 2022 Author #21 Share Posted November 18, 2022 11 hours ago, Thrak said: Remember: Each passenger can bring a 12 pack of soda aboard. Right but I was thinking of Vodka Tonic for DW and Scotch Soda for me, so three of each would be enough for us. I am really getting lost in the details on this one 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare iamaqt2 Posted November 19, 2022 #22 Share Posted November 19, 2022 22 hours ago, Tedferg said: Right but I was thinking of Vodka Tonic for DW and Scotch Soda for me, so three of each would be enough for us. I am really getting lost in the details on this one 🙂 The plus package is the way to go if you drink at least 3-4 drinks a day. And no mixing in the stateroom required. Just order on the app and it appears like magic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedferg Posted November 19, 2022 Author #23 Share Posted November 19, 2022 1 hour ago, iamaqt2 said: The plus package is the way to go if you drink at least 3-4 drinks a day. And no mixing in the stateroom required. Just order on the app and it appears like magic. Indeed, and most of what I am doing is 'what if - thought process' clearly no point in nickel and diming options on a vacation. However, on recent cruise we struggled to spend OBC and got a refund. Also, with just two of us we often rested up, showered and went straight to dinner after a long day onshore. No predinner cocktails in Crooners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare iamaqt2 Posted November 19, 2022 #24 Share Posted November 19, 2022 1 hour ago, Tedferg said: Indeed, and most of what I am doing is 'what if - thought process' clearly no point in nickel and diming options on a vacation. However, on recent cruise we struggled to spend OBC and got a refund. Also, with just two of us we often rested up, showered and went straight to dinner after a long day onshore. No predinner cocktails in Crooners. As soon as you land back on the ship order a round (or 2) delivered to your stateroom while getting ready. It's just one of many of the amazing things the Medallion does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedferg Posted November 19, 2022 Author #25 Share Posted November 19, 2022 5 minutes ago, iamaqt2 said: As soon as you land back on the ship order a round (or 2) delivered to your stateroom while getting ready. It's just one of many of the amazing things the Medallion does. And we can do that without Plus package. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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