Please Help Ultimate Beverage Lets Get Fact

[BryceRun]

Very very easy to figure out if it’s for you:

Ask yourself:

1 - Have you cruised before with cabin partner (2 person cabin)?

2 – Did your alcohol consumption on last cruise (for cabin of 2) exceed at least $100/ day?

If answers are YES and YES, IT IS FOR YOU!!! If you still drink the same then it will probably save money and you will have the convenience factor.

If answer is YES and NO, then the UBP is not for you!!

Haven’t cruised before? In a 12 - 16 hour vacation period do you see yourself enjoying / ordering 7 drinks per person? If yes, then order it and don’t worry about it!!

[QuiGonJohn]

Very very easy to figure out if it’s for you:

Ask yourself:

1 - Have you cruised before with cabin partner (2 person cabin)?

2 – Did your alcohol consumption on last cruise (for cabin of 2) exceed at least $100/ day?

If answers are YES and YES, IT IS FOR YOU!!! If you still drink the same then it will probably save money and you will have the convenience factor.

If answer is YES and NO, then the UBP is not for you!!

Haven’t cruised before? In a 12 - 16 hour vacation period do you see yourself enjoying / ordering 7 drinks per person? If yes, then order it and don’t worry about it!!

One other thing you should factor in.

 

On #2, would you & your partner's consumption exceed at least $100/day FOR EVERY DAY OF THE CRUISE. If not, then again, probably not worth buying the UBP.

[BryceRun]

One other thing you should factor in.

 

On #2, would you & your partner's consumption exceed at least $100/day FOR EVERY DAY OF THE CRUISE. If not, then again, probably not worth buying the UBP.

 

I did factor that in, end of 4 night cruise TOTAL spend on drinks per final invoice was lets say $500.

 

$500 / 4 = $125 per day, get the package.

 

Maybe it broke out likes this, but who cares:

Night 1 - $80 for both

Night 2 - $160 for both

Night 3 - $90 for both

Night 4 - $170 for both

 

don't be so hung up on PER day, need to look at AVERAGE.

[BryceRun]

I’m going to say something that many of you will think is crazy!

I actually think with the drink package my wife and I will maybe / probably drink less!!!

How can that be you ask?

1 – I don’t like waiting in long lines for my drinks at crowded bars, so i’ll order two rounds. With UBP only one at a time and maybe longer duration between drinks.

2 – Same thought in casinos / shows waitress are very busy so I’ll order 2 rounds. Now in a comedy show I might only get one service by waitress.

3 – Instead of splitting a bucket poolside will have to get up for each beer.

4 – Instead of automatically ordering a bottle ( ~ 2.5 glasses) of wine at dinner will probably just order 2 glasses.

5 – Can’t order double drinks, will have ask for less soda for taste.

6 – Not worrying about “damn i have to go (or its super late) and I just paid for this drink, hold on a minute while i chug it.” Nope, just leave a drink on the bar that I only took one sip from it doesn’t matter I have the package.

I know crazy

[Cruising4]

What are the "spring break" dates for 2014? We're on the Epic 4/13-4/20 ... Easter week.

 

If it's not offered then I won't have to decide! But, after reading through 18 pages I'm going to treat myself to a mimosa with breakfast everyday. Thanks for the idea ... wouldn't have even crossed my mind.

[Monalis]

What are the "spring break" dates for 2014? We're on the Epic 4/13-4/20 ... Easter week.

 

If it's not offered then I won't have to decide! But, after reading through 18 pages I'm going to treat myself to a mimosa with breakfast everyday. Thanks for the idea ... wouldn't have even crossed my mind.

 

I would pretty much bet on it *not* being offered during your cruise... that is prime spring break season. But you can always call NCL and ask.

[mvdude111]

Please look at the attached PDF on first page of this thread then honestly come back and try to explain how it limits your alcohol selection. To stick with your beer analogy, much more then BUD my friend. NCL carries approximately 37 beers and ONLY 9 are EXCLUDED. Also well over 80% of on board liquor is included most of that is NOT “bottom” shelf! Just one quick example, sure Grey Goose is NOT included but Kettle and Van Gogh are, equal (if not better) quality vodkas. They just aren’t as poplar with rappers. Wild Turkey 101, Dewers 12yr,Goslings black seal, Bacardi 8, the Kraken are ALL INCLUDED. Definitely not “bottom” shelf.

Not limiting and if it is then the entire inventory, UBP or not, is limiting.

 

We purchased the UBP on the Gem in November 2013, and we are martini drinkers. We don't like Grey Goose anyway, and had not problem with Kettle One or Stoli up martinis. The only criticism I have is that specialty coffees, i.e. cappuccino are not included. I admit, the Celebrity Premium Drink package includes everything, and is the best. However, the NCL UBP is okay and we plan to purchase it again. The wine selection is okay, and the things we like are included. In the November 2013 cruise we were just a little ahead, so it may be a wash anyway. There is something to be said in having the freedom in using the card. You already know what you paid, so you are not mentally calculating where you stand each time you order a drink. Cheers!

 

Kevin

[mvdude111]

We purchased the UBP on the Gem in November 2013, and we are martini drinkers. We don't like Grey Goose anyway, and had not problem with Kettle One or Stoli up martinis. The only criticism I have is that specialty coffees, i.e. cappuccino are not included. I admit, the Celebrity Premium Drink package includes everything, and is the best. However, the NCL UBP is okay and we plan to purchase it again. The wine selection is okay, and the things we like are included. In the November 2013 cruise we were just a little ahead, so it may be a wash anyway. There is something to be said in having the freedom in using the card. You already know what you paid, so you are not mentally calculating where you stand each time you order a drink. Cheers!

 

Kevin

Oopps...I meant Gem November 2012 LOL

[jenny105]

I plan on trying as many drinks as I can. I usually stick to what I know I'll like but in this case it's already paid for so if I don't like it, oh well.

[wilson2579]

I plan on trying as many drinks as I can. I usually stick to what I know I'll like but in this case it's already paid for so if I don't like it, oh well.

 

Enjoy!!!!! I would too.:cool:

[nadalina]

We are going on the Jewel in early November. While I have found the UBP on NCL's website, when I bring up my specific cruise, it is not listed under the options to purchase. I understand that I may need to call NCL if I want to purchase in advance, but can anyone confirm that it is, indeed, available on all ships? Thank you.

[time2cruise1]

We are going on the Jewel in early November. While I have found the UBP on NCL's website, when I bring up my specific cruise, it is not listed under the options to purchase. I understand that I may need to call NCL if I want to purchase in advance, but can anyone confirm that it is, indeed, available on all ships? Thank you.

 

Available on all ships except POA in Hawaii.

 

 

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[qosmo8]

I plan on trying as many drinks as I can. I usually stick to what I know I'll like but in this case it's already paid for so if I don't like it, oh well.

LOL yup thats my plan as well :)

[qosmo8]

Please look at the attached PDF on first page of this thread then honestly come back and try to explain how it limits your alcohol selection. To stick with your beer analogy, much more then BUD my friend. NCL carries approximately 37 beers and ONLY 9 are EXCLUDED. Also well over 80% of on board liquor is included most of that is NOT “bottom” shelf! Just one quick example, sure Grey Goose is NOT included but Kettle and Van Gogh are, equal (if not better) quality vodkas. They just aren’t as poplar with rappers. Wild Turkey 101, Dewers 12yr,Goslings black seal, Bacardi 8, the Kraken are ALL INCLUDED. Definitely not “bottom” shelf.

Not limiting and if it is then the entire inventory, UBP or not, is limiting.

I agree with everything you said except Grey Goose is out and its Ciroc thats hot in da hood j/s lol and moscato do they have moscato on the ship lol

[Monalis]

We are going on the Jewel in early November. While I have found the UBP on NCL's website, when I bring up my specific cruise, it is not listed under the options to purchase. I understand that I may need to call NCL if I want to purchase in advance, but can anyone confirm that it is, indeed, available on all ships? Thank you.

 

You are correct. We are sailing on the Jewel in December and all I had to do was call NCL and purchase the UBP over the phone. Since I haven't made it to final payment yet, they gave me the option of just adding it to my final payment or paying it right then.

[nadalina]

Thank you, Jim and Monalis. We tried the premium beverage package on the Celebrity Solstice a couple of years ago and loved having it. It was just so simple and stress-free..... not being concerned about how much we were spending, plus we could each have the type of wine we wanted with dinner and not have to compromise with a bottle of either red OR white and having leftovers. We definitely don't consider ourselves to be heavy drinkers, but a mimosa/bloody mary or two for brunch, a couple of mojitos mid-afternoon, a couple of cocktails before dinner, a couple of glasses of wine with dinner, and then a Bailey's or Amaretto or two after dinner, that's 8-10 drinks per day. Yes, of course, that's much more than we drink at home every day, but on a cruise it's the norm for us and I've never felt the least bit even slightly inebriated. To each, his own, though. Just wish it included bottled water, but I'm sure they have a package for that, too.

[Single Cruiser]

I agree with everything you said except Grey Goose is out and its Ciroc thats hot in da hood j/s lol and moscato do they have moscato on the ship lol

 

Grey goose is in the UBP, I was drinking it just over a week ago on Epic.. It wasn't originally in, it is now!

[jenny105]

It seems like it all depends on which bartender you get! I think the training for UBP needs to be a little better but if someone tells you a drink isn't included, try going to someone else LOL.

[Single Cruiser]

It seems like it all depends on which bartender you get! I think the training for UBP needs to be a little better but if someone tells you a drink isn't included, try going to someone else LOL.

 

No it was at all bars. It's just based on price.

 

Single spirits less than the $8.50 (before tip/vat).

 

Thank you for purchasing Norwegian’s Ultimate Beverage Package. Your package includes a variety of spirits and cocktails that are valued at $8.50 or less, draft beer $5.95 and under, bottled beer $5.50 and under, glasses of wine under $10 and unlimited fountain soda and juices at all bars, lounges, restaurants and the Great Stirrup Cay.

 

I've done the UBP twice now, both times drinking at least a $100 more, 3rd time next month for the TA!

Edited September 16, 2013 by Single Cruiser

[jenny105]

I know what it says it includes but based on what I've been reading it seems that some bartenders are saying 'sure this martini/mixed drink is included' while others are saying no it's not. I just plan on ordering drinks under the listed prices.

[Marylandhorselover]

I have that same question..... I will be on a 11 night cruise. how many of that is actually charged since we dont get on until 4 p.m the first day?

[Single Cruiser]

I have that same question..... I will be on a 11 night cruise. how many of that is actually charged since we dont get on until 4 p.m the first day?

 

You pay all days except departure day (when you leave the ship) , so 11 night cruise is 12 days, you pay 11!

 

Even if you board at 4PM. Most drinks are taken in the evening ..

Edited September 18, 2013 by Single Cruiser

[qosmo8]

Grey goose is in the UBP, I was drinking it just over a week ago on Epic.. It wasn't originally in, it is now!

lol i was saying grey goose is no longer popular with rappers, they drink ciroc and moscato. Thanks for info, i actually like Kettle better. Oh question tho, did you get half size drink? as some have said happened to them

[triptolemus]

lOh question tho, did you get half size drink? as some have said happened to them

 

There's no "half size" drink and under-pouring going on. In fact, just being friendly to the bartenders will result in over-pouring, if anything.

Edited September 18, 2013 by triptolemus

[Single Cruiser]

lol i was saying grey goose is no longer popular with rappers, they drink ciroc and moscato. Thanks for info, i actually like Kettle better. Oh question tho, did you get half size drink? as some have said happened to them

 

I simply tip the bar staff of the bars I regularly frequent on the first day and it's amazing how strong and quick service you get thereafter :)