stanima Posted November 28, 2013 #1 Share Posted November 28, 2013 When I first started looking at the drinks packages in June I did a screen capture of the page that showed my cost for the Classic package on our 8 day trip next month was $360- $45 per day (per person). I did not bite the bullet, figuring I had time to decide. I was just looking at the drinks packages in the Pre-cruise planner section of the Booking Dashboard last night and lo and behold-now it is $320- or $40 per day. Did they drop the price of the package? Does it get cheaper the closer we get to sailing? Is it cheaper again on board? I was going to just buy beer a-la-carte, this changes my evaluation. Anyone else noticed this? Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mspink98 Posted November 28, 2013 #2 Share Posted November 28, 2013 Yep, the price dropped by $5 and they changed some of the things included and excluded. If you're strictly a beer drinker, it's a better deal than it used to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted November 28, 2013 #3 Share Posted November 28, 2013 (edited) When I first started looking at the drinks packages in June I did a screen capture of the page that showed my cost for the Classic package on our 8 day trip next month was $360- $45 per day (per person). I did not bite the bullet, figuring I had time to decide. I was just looking at the drinks packages in the Pre-cruise planner section of the Booking Dashboard last night and lo and behold-now it is $320- or $40 per day. Did they drop the price of the package? Does it get cheaper the closer we get to sailing? Is it cheaper again on board? I was going to just buy beer a-la-carte, this changes my evaluation. Anyone else noticed this? Mark Royal has recently introduced new drink packages, with new prices: http://www.royalcaribbean.co.uk/_images/Royal%20Alcohol%20Beverage%20FAQ%20All%20Ships%20Web%20Nov%2013_tcm16-27947.pdf Edited November 28, 2013 by clarea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan-P Posted November 28, 2013 #4 Share Posted November 28, 2013 (edited) When I first started looking at the drinks packages in June I did a screen capture of the page that showed my cost for the Classic package on our 8 day trip next month was $360- $45 per day (per person). I did not bite the bullet, figuring I had time to decide. I was just looking at the drinks packages in the Pre-cruise planner section of the Booking Dashboard last night and lo and behold-now it is $320- or $40 per day. Did they drop the price of the package? Does it get cheaper the closer we get to sailing? Is it cheaper again on board? I was going to just buy beer a-la-carte, this changes my evaluation. Anyone else noticed this? Mark I don't currently have the link where I read it handy, but recall seeing that those that purchased the original $45 package will be refunded $5/person/day once onboard - and transitioned to the new $40 package. It will apparently be applied to your SeaPass card as a credit. Probably wouldn't hurt to call RCI and talk with customer service though - just to be sure that is how it is going to work. - Edited to add - it is in the link that Bob posted above. Page 4 in the "FAQ" section. Thanks Bob - you are THE man! Dan. Edited November 28, 2013 by Dan-P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisenfever Posted November 28, 2013 #5 Share Posted November 28, 2013 (edited) Effective November 15, 2013 The Royal Replenish Package ~ $20 per guest each day, includes: Premium coffee Premium tea Bottled water Sparkling water (375ml) Still water (500ml) Fresh squeezed orange juice Non-alcoholic cocktails Fountain soda with souvenir Coca-Cola cup The Select Package ~ $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 ~ $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 ~ $65 per guest each day, includes: Premium coffee Premium tea Bottled water Sparkling water (375ml) Still water (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 The other major change to the unlimited alcohol packages is now any eligible guest in a stateroom may purchase a package. This is a change from the previous policy where all eligible guests in a stateroom had to purchase a package. The new unnlimited beverage packages will be available for guests purchase starting today, November 15th on all ships, and pre-purchase online the first week of December at http://www.royalcaribbean.com/before...nhancements.do or by calling our pre-cruise planning specialists at 1-800-398-9819. Once available online, you can purchase them approximately 2 months before sail date. All package prices include the 15% gratuity. Also the the basic soda package and water package stay intact. Guests who have already bought a ‘Classic’ package prior to the changes in November/December 2013, will receive the new Select package once on board and a refund to their onboard account for the $5 per day difference in pricing. Guests who have already bought a ‘Premium’ package prior to the changes in November/December 2013, will receive the new Premium package once on board. If they wish to upgrade to the new Ultimate package, this can be done at a cost added to their onboard account of the $10 per day difference in pricing. Edited November 28, 2013 by cruisenfever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jax129 Posted November 28, 2013 #6 Share Posted November 28, 2013 I really like the new packages!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy from Delaware Posted November 28, 2013 #7 Share Posted November 28, 2013 Anyone know what "premium tea" is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supergran Posted November 28, 2013 #8 Share Posted November 28, 2013 None of the packages mention spirits? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted November 28, 2013 #9 Share Posted November 28, 2013 None of the packages mention spirits? What do you mean by spirits? The Premium and Ultimate packages include cocktails up to $10 each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisenfever Posted November 28, 2013 #10 Share Posted November 28, 2013 (edited) None of the packages mention spirits? Here is the list of "spirits" from the RCI website http://www.royalcaribbean.com/customersupport/faq/details.do?pagename=frequently_asked_questions&pnav=5&pnav=2&faqSubjectName=Food+%26+Beverage&faqId=5478&faqSubjectId=336&faqType=faq Edited November 28, 2013 by cruisenfever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pmk515 Posted November 29, 2013 #11 Share Posted November 29, 2013 Anyone know what "premium tea" is? I have never seen this question answered on here. It is one of life's great mysteries. Akin to "chicken/egg". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahecht Posted November 29, 2013 #12 Share Posted November 29, 2013 Anyone know what "premium tea" is? Like premium coffee, but tea-based (a chai latte, for example). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy from Delaware Posted December 3, 2013 #13 Share Posted December 3, 2013 Like premium coffee, but tea-based (a chai latte, for example). Thank you. I've never even heard of a tea latte! I may just try one on board :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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