C&A Confirmed New Drink Packages!

[hansolosmom]

Not being a drinker, I'm not sure the difference. We really love the frozen blender non-alcoholic drinks like virgin pina coladas and strawberry daquaris, etc. But, these are all blended with ice, so.. a "Frozen cocktail" (right??)

 

The Royal Replenish Package

 

$20 per guest / per day. Includes:

 

Premium Coffee

Premium Tea

Bottled Water: Sparkling (375ml) Still (500ml)

Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice

Non-Alcoholic Cocktails

Fountain Soda with souvenir cup

 

 

The Premium Package

 

$55 per guest / per day. Includes:

 

House and premium spirits/cocktails (up to $10 value in North America, $12 on international cruises)

Frozen Cocktails

Beer (Excluding Foster's Oil Cans and speciality beers)

Premium wines by the glass (up to $12 value in North America, $14 on international cruises)

Non-alcoholic cocktails

Still Bottled Water (500ml)

Fountain Soda with souvenir cup

20% discount on bottles of wine

 

 

 

but, non-alcoholic cocktails: I am not sure if that covers non-alcoholic frozen drinks.

 

For $20/day/person, I would buy the "Refresher" package if it included them, but not the $55 for the package which shows the frozen cocktails.

 

Can anyone clarify?

 

On Celebrity I had the equivalent of the Royal replenish package and it included frozen non-alcoholic drinks, I would assume the same would go on Royal. It would be crazy for them not too IMO

[STEPTOE94]

Does anyone know if the changes to the beverages packages have also increased the cruise lenghts that it is available on? Currently, I believe it can only be purchased on 4-day and longer.

 

We are doing 3-day Enchantment in May, and wondering if the beverages pkgs will be available to purchase?

 

Thanks for this great info....

 

I'm interested in this also. We are also doing a 3 day on the Enchantment in Feb.

[xrayvin]

I know this has been posted on UK sites. I had requested information a few days ago and this was the response I just received. I thought I would share the email.

 

Dear Ms.

 

Thank you for your email. We apologize for the delay in our response.

 

We are proud to offer four alcoholic beverage package options on select cruises that are four nights or longer, giving guests a convenient way to enjoy an all-inclusive beverage experience during their cruise vacation. Additionally, these packages are honored at our private destinations: Labadee, Haiti, and CocoCay, Bahamas. Below is an overview of these valuable options:

 

The Royal Replenish Package, at $20 per guest each day, includes:

Premium coffee

Premium tea

Bottled water

Sparkling (375ml)

Still (500ml)

Fresh squeezed orange juice

Non-alcoholic cocktails

Fountain soda with souvenir Coca-Cola cup

 

The Select Package, at $40 per guest each day, includes:

Beer

Wine by the glass (up to $8 value)

Non-alcoholic cocktails

Fountain soda with souvenir Coca-Cola cup

20% discount on purchases of bottles of wine

 

The Premium Package, at $55 per guest each day, includes:

Call and premium cocktails (up to $10 value)

Frozen cocktails

Beers

Premium wine by the glass (up to $12 value)

Non-alcoholic cocktails

Still bottled water (500ml)

Fountain soda with souvenir Coca-Cola cup

20% discount on purchases of bottles of wine

 

The Ultimate Package, at $65 per guest each day, includes:

Premium coffee

Premium tea

Bottled water

Sparkling (375ml)

Still (500ml)

Fresh squeezed orange juice

Call and premium cocktails (up to $10 value)

Frozen cocktails

Beers

Premium wine by the glass (up to $12 value)

Non-alcoholic cocktails

Fountain soda with souvenir Coca-Cola cup

20% discount on purchases of bottles of wine

 

Packages are available for purchase prior to the cruise after December 1, 2013, at http://www.royalcaribbean.com/beforeyouboard/cruiseEnhancements.do, or] by calling our pre-cruise planning specialists at 1-800-398-9819. Onboard, the all-inclusive packages are available for purchase throughout the voyage when there are at least four days remaining. They must be purchased for the duration of the cruise, and the price is prorated based on the date of purchase. Package prices are subject to change without notice and include a 15% gratuity. They do not include Value Added Tax (VAT), which may be required on some European sailings. These refreshing packages are sold on an individual basis, and guests booked in the same stateroom are no longer required to purchase a package if they so choose. Multiple beverages may not be ordered at the same time. Please kindly note that packages may not be shared or transferred to another guest.

 

Ms, thank you for choosing Royal Caribbean International. As a Gold member with our Crown & Anchor Society, we value your loyalty and appreciate this opportunity to respond to your concerns. The Crown & Anchor Society was created to show how much we appreciate you by offering recognition programs, members-only benefits, and valued rewards. We look forward to welcoming you onboard again in the near future.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

 

Molly Elliott

Customer Service Representative

 

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I have heard that a new drink package is coming out after 11-16. I have also heard the NA package is getting some modifications. I am wondering about this and wondered if it is true is it available on the Freedom Class ships? Thank you!

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[db20]

The info here seems to answers most of the questions;

 

one of them confirms you only have to pay the difference over and above the cap limits.

 

And another confirms that the normal soda package will still be available and is unaffected by these changes

 

http://www.royalcaribbean.co.uk/_images/Royal%20Alcohol%20Beverage%20FAQ%20All%20Ships%20Web%20Nov%2013_tcm16-27947.pdf

Edited November 14, 2013 by db20

[AtlantaCruiser72]

Does anyone know if VAT is charged on Transatlantic cruises originating in Barcelona against the full beverage package purchase price if bought onboard vs online?

[DandDM]

House and premium spirits/cocktails (up to $10 value in North America, $12 on international cruises)

Frozen Cocktails

Beer (Excluding Foster's Oil Cans and speciality beers)

Premium wines by the glass (up to $12 value in North America, $14 on international cruises)

 

Great info! This is probably a dumb follow up question, but is a TA (from Southampton to Florida) considered "International"? I assume it is, but assumptions get me in trouble!

 

Thanks

[jktheangel]

We don't know yet. The poster stated these are the new packages. Doesn't mean they did away with the soda package. We should find out tomorrow.

 

I thought I read first on the post that below replaces previous packages. When I called and asked all about the new packages. That was the one question she could not answer for sure... If they would keep just the soda package We shall see soon. Have a great day

 

 

Jamie

[db20]

I thought I read first on the post that below replaces previous packages. When I called and asked all about the new packages. That was the one question she could not answer for sure... If they would keep just the soda package We shall see soon. Have a great day

 

 

Jamie

 

The soda package is still available and is unaffected by these changes.

[Koohiichan]

Does anyone know what "premium tea" refers to? We will be on Adventure of the Seas. Where does one get "premium tea" on AOS? I'm asking b/c my dh loves iced tea. I think he has had the regular iced tea and been okay with it, but he may like this package since it includes so many other things he enjoys. He doesn't drink alcohol.

 

Is there a Starbucks like coffee shop on AOS that serves iced tea? We were actually on AOS last year but I didn't notice any, but I couldn't drink coffee then. Thanks in advance!

 

Cheers,

 

Koohiichan

[AdrenalineRush]

I thought I read first on the post that below replaces previous packages. When I called and asked all about the new packages. That was the one question she could not answer for sure... If they would keep just the soda package We shall see soon. Have a great day

 

 

Jamie

 

Check out the pdf in post #204

 

 

Q. Are you still offering the already existing beverage packages?

A. We will continue to offer the Soda Fountain package now renamed Royal Refreshment, plus the bottled water and juice packages and Wine & Dine.

[jktheangel]

The soda package is still available and is unaffected by these changes.

 

That will be great

 

 

Jamie

[DandDM]

Great info! This is probably a dumb follow up question, but is a TA (from Southampton to Florida) considered "International"? I assume it is, but assumptions get me in trouble!

 

Thanks

 

I should have read further, in the FAQ on post #204 it specifies that the higher limits apply based on the departure port.

 

 

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[db20]

Does anyone know if VAT is charged on Transatlantic cruises originating in Barcelona against the full beverage package purchase price if bought onboard vs online?

 

No Spanish VAT will be charged on a transatlantic cruise

[Esilef]

The info here seems to answers most of the questions;

 

one of them confirms you only have to pay the difference over and above the cap limits.

 

And another confirms that the normal soda package will still be available and is unaffected by these changes

 

http://www.royalcaribbean.co.uk/_images/Royal%20Alcohol%20Beverage%20FAQ%20All%20Ships%20Web%20Nov%2013_tcm16-27947.pdf

 

Thanks for the info! This confirms that all RCL ships will have the new packages as of mid December ie including Australia!! And we can buy online from mid December. And only buy the package for an individual in the cabin ie the wife can have the premium package and hubby can have he refresh package.

[Esilef]

My question is. If I buy the refresh package and want an alcoholic cocktail can I pay the $4.50 price difference or do I pay the full price of the cocktail ie $9....

[JohnSnowGOT]

I kind of like the new changes to the policy. I hope that you just have to pay the difference for drinks over $10 (IE - Top Shelf Martini is $10.25, hopefully just have to pay the .25 extra). Also if they allow only one person to have the package in a stateroom then I will be phoning up royal in the next little while to get a couple names changed on our Allure reservation.

 

I know its not 100% sure quite yet, but if these are the new changes then kudos to Royal for changing the package. It was a bit too stringent in rules, and a bit stingy for the cost previously.

 

 

Well not all Kudos...........................Correct me please if I am wrong .... but I don't see anywhere that the previous $55 package had a cocktail maximum price of $10. If so this new revised plan is also a take away.......I do not want to have to go around paying a silly 25 to 75 cents extra for a drink over $10... the whole point in getting the package is to control costs and relax wih out constant paying.

[MrsKC08]

Did she happen to say whether the $20/day non alcohol package included mocktails? I really wish they would have a package like that. Princess does!

[Brandonclan]

So if I am reading correctly. The 6.50 soda package is no longer available?

 

 

Jamie

 

 

This is one question I'm sure a lot of folks want to know....maybe we should just purchase it now while it's still listed online.

[MrsKC08]

I just read through the 11 pages of posts and YES, the original soda package of $6.50/day is still going to be available and is unaffected by these changed.

[Brandonclan]

I just read through the 11 pages of posts and YES, the original soda package of $6.50/day is still going to be available and is unaffected by these changed.

 

 

Posts are one thing, but as of my last phone call to crown and anchor, this question is still not clear. Would be nice to have an "official" answer. I'm sure we will know soon.

[chiefnwife]

Just reporting back what I was told. I did specifically ask about the packages being released on 11/15/13 and that's the info I received. I'm certainly not trying to sway people one way or another. I just simply stated what was told and my reasoning for not thinking it's a good option for me. Hopefully, things will be cleared up soon.

 

Kim & Pete

Ft. Worth, Texas

[AdrenalineRush]

Posts are one thing, but as of my last phone call to crown and anchor, this question is still not clear. Would be nice to have an "official" answer. I'm sure we will know soon.

 

Check post #204 and download the pdf. You will get the answer there. It has the policy in writing.

 

The new name is Royal Refreshment

Edited November 14, 2013 by Caribbean King1

[Brandonclan]

Check post #204 and download the pdf. You will get the answer there. It has the policy in writing.

 

The new name is Royal Refreshment

 

I did that, and that's what prompted my call. I was told that they are actually considering the wording of that file and that from what they were told, the original 6.50 a day soda package was still going to be offered. They also said that right now it looks like a grey area that will be corrected, but it is entirely possible that they will abide by what has been written there. Was told to hand tight while it was sorted out.

[AdrenalineRush]

I did that, and that's what prompted my call. I was told that they are actually considering the wording of that file and that from what they were told, the original 6.50 a day soda package was still going to be offered. They also said that right now it looks like a grey area that will be corrected, but it is entirely possible that they will abide by what has been written there. Was told to hand tight while it was sorted out.

 

I've learned to just not call in and ask questions. Too often the person on the phone is either giving their own version or were misinformed.

Time will tell.

[Brandonclan]

I've learned to just not call in and ask questions. Too often the person on the phone is either giving their own version or were misinformed.

Time will tell.

 

Yes, most times you are correct. It's why I started calling the C & A dept. they seem to be a little more informed and correct. Having said that, we agree, time will tell.