mickeychicky Posted July 27, 2015 #51 Share Posted July 27, 2015 I am reading this thread and it says the limit for the cocktails on the Ultimate/Premium Package is $10... But the website says "Premium cocktails (up to $12 value)" http://media.royalcaribbean.com/content/shared_assets/pdf/menus/beverage_packages.pdf Has the limit changed? If so what is the perk to getting the most expensive ULTIMATE package if the only difference is Premium Coffee, Tea, Sparkling Water and Juice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted July 27, 2015 #52 Share Posted July 27, 2015 I am reading this thread and it says the limit for the cocktails on the Ultimate/Premium Package is $10... But the website says "Premium cocktails (up to $12 value)" http://media.royalcaribbean.com/content/shared_assets/pdf/menus/beverage_packages.pdf Has the limit changed? If so what is the perk to getting the most expensive ULTIMATE package if the only difference is Premium Coffee, Tea, Sparkling Water and Juice? Yes, some months ago Royal changed the limit for cocktails in both the Premium and Ultimate packages to $12. You are correct about the difference between the Premium and Ultimate packages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickeychicky Posted July 27, 2015 #53 Share Posted July 27, 2015 Yes, some months ago Royal changed the limit for cocktails in both the Premium and Ultimate packages to $12. You are correct about the difference between the Premium and Ultimate packages. Thank you Bob....you've been very helpful with all your responses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dacsmom Posted July 27, 2015 #54 Share Posted July 27, 2015 I am reading this thread and it says the limit for the cocktails on the Ultimate/Premium Package is $10... But the website says "Premium cocktails (up to $12 value)" http://media.royalcaribbean.com/content/shared_assets/pdf/menus/beverage_packages.pdf Has the limit changed? If so what is the perk to getting the most expensive ULTIMATE package if the only difference is Premium Coffee, Tea, Sparkling Water and Juice? I drink 3 or 4 premium coffees a day so the Ultimate package is better for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickeychicky Posted July 27, 2015 #55 Share Posted July 27, 2015 I drink 3 or 4 premium coffees a day so the Ultimate package is better for me I'm not even sure what "premium" coffee is. I guess it doesn't matter to me if I don't really know the difference. :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted July 27, 2015 #56 Share Posted July 27, 2015 I'm not even sure what "premium" coffee is. I guess it doesn't matter to me if I don't really know the difference. :confused: Premium coffee is things like cappucino, espresso, latte. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickeychicky Posted July 27, 2015 #57 Share Posted July 27, 2015 Premium coffee is things like cappucino, espresso, latte. That's not me then. Thanks: saved me some money! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casinostreer Posted July 27, 2015 #58 Share Posted July 27, 2015 Hi. Our family (6) is heading out on Freedom of the Seas this June to the Western Caribbean (we were on Liberty of the Seas a few years back and really enjoyed it) and wondering a few things about RCI's new beverage packages if anyone can assist; called RCI yesterday and they were of zero help. Figured folks on the boards would know... We are looking at the Premium package ($55 per day) and wondering if anyone knows: Does this package include the after dinner shots in the MDR? If it includes house wines in the MDR? I've heard the house wines aren't great, but can't find a list of what is considered house If it includes any "house" wines at Vintages? Thanks in advance. Jeff The package DOES include the dinner shots - but it DOES NOT include the glassware. We made sure to tell the bar server (separate from your MDR attendant) that we wanted that shot but did NOT want the glassware. We made sure to tip him a dollar or so for his effort. Can't comment on the house wines - I'm not a wine drinker. We had the premium package last cruise and we didn't find a single drink that was "extra." We had frozen drinks, mojitos, margaritas, rum and cokes, espresso drinks - all of them were included in the premium package. We don't drink that much coffee - and we do - it's with Bailey's - which is included - and you can get at many indoor bars. So - my suggestion - for what it's worth - is to go with the premium package. Happy cruising!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZAficionado Posted July 28, 2015 #59 Share Posted July 28, 2015 Can't comment on the house wines - I'm not a wine drinker. We had the premium package last cruise and we didn't find a single drink that was "extra." We had frozen drinks, mojitos, margaritas, rum and cokes, espresso drinks - all of them were included in the premium package. We don't drink that much coffee - and we do - it's with Bailey's - which is included - and you can get at many indoor bars. So - my suggestion - for what it's worth - is to go with the premium package. I went with the premium package on Legend this past May. Most wines by the glass on the menus were included (up to $14, I think). There were only a few drinks where I had to pay extra, but they involved the bar tender having to climb a ladder to get the "special" bottle. Otherwise, everything was covered. I highly recommend it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisin_gatorgirl Posted July 28, 2015 #60 Share Posted July 28, 2015 This has been a great thread! I was planning on the ultimate, but i think I'll be fine with the premium! My fiance and I are definitely drinkers, but no need for the fancy coffees, teas, or OJ. I was worried about a lot of drinks being over $12, but it seems like those are few and far between. Plus, from what I've read, they just charge you the difference for any drinks over $12, rather than for the whole price of the drink. So with all those things in mind, I'm pretty confident the premium will be sufficient! Thanks, everyone :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyzwei Posted July 28, 2015 #61 Share Posted July 28, 2015 No packages cover beverages at the Starbucks venues on Oasis and Allure. Is this different than on NOS in Feb 2015 where the Starbucks next to the Promanade Cafe provided starbucks mocha as included in the Ultimate package Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted July 28, 2015 #62 Share Posted July 28, 2015 Is this different than on NOS in Feb 2015 where the Starbucks next to the Promanade Cafe provided starbucks mocha as included in the Ultimate package Yes, because only Oasis class has a dedicated Starbucks branded venue, where no beverage packages are honored. All the other ships have other venues (Cafe Promenade or Cafe Latte-Tudes) that are not branded sStrbucks venues, but may serve coffee with Starbucks beans. The beverage packages are honored at these venues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alibabaxx Posted August 5, 2015 #63 Share Posted August 5, 2015 (edited) Where on MOS can you get lattes, cappuccinos, etc.. included in the ultimate?. this is the only reason I would get the ultimate package, thanks.... Edited August 5, 2015 by alibabaxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 5, 2015 #64 Share Posted August 5, 2015 Where on MOS can you get lattes, cappuccinos, etc.. included in the ultimate?. this is the only reason I would get the ultimate package, thanks.... Mariner: Cafe Promenade and restaurants. Majesty: Cafe Latte-tudes and restaurants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travelbugs2.2 Posted August 5, 2015 #65 Share Posted August 5, 2015 am I right in saying the premium package includes spirits and mixers - eg, gin & tonic, Bacardi & coke etc .? Maybe it's just me - but I really do find RCI's info on drink packages a bit vague!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 5, 2015 #66 Share Posted August 5, 2015 am I right in saying the premium package includes spirits and mixers - eg, gin & tonic, Bacardi & coke etc .? Maybe it's just me - but I really do find RCI's info on drink packages a bit vague!! Yes, the Ultimate package includes spirits and mixers. Maybe this will help: http://media.royalcaribbean.com/content/shared_assets/pdf/menus/beverage_packages.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alibabaxx Posted August 5, 2015 #67 Share Posted August 5, 2015 Yes, the Ultimate package includes spirits and mixers. Maybe this will help: http://media.royalcaribbean.com/content/shared_assets/pdf/menus/beverage_packages.pdf Premium includes spirits and mixers also doesn't it? The way the packages read RCI make it sound like you get more alcohol in the ultimate - and from the forums that clearly isn't the case! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 5, 2015 #68 Share Posted August 5, 2015 Premium includes spirits and mixers also doesn't it? The way the packages read RCI make it sound like you get more alcohol in the ultimate - and from the forums that clearly isn't the case! Yes, Premium includes the same alcoholic drinks as Ultimate. Ultimate adds these to Premium: specialty coffees and teas, fresh squeezed OJ, and bottled sparking water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightrider Posted August 9, 2015 #69 Share Posted August 9, 2015 Pertaining to Navigator of the Seas next Sunday, Where do I get the coffee in the Ultimate package and is Bailey's available in the coffee? Looking forward to the challenge of the Ultimate drink package. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 9, 2015 #70 Share Posted August 9, 2015 Pertaining to Navigator of the Seas next Sunday, Where do I get the coffee in the Ultimate package and is Bailey's available in the coffee? Looking forward to the challenge of the Ultimate drink package. Thanks Specialty coffees are available at Cafe Promenade and restaurants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightrider Posted August 9, 2015 #71 Share Posted August 9, 2015 Thank you, Also I thought I read somewhere that drink packages do not apply while in port. How could that be possible? Excuse the question as I/we cruise infrequently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Cruizers Posted August 9, 2015 #72 Share Posted August 9, 2015 (edited) My husbands who drinks nothing but beer so gets the $35/day package. If we went to $49 then we get the RCCL cup. If we decide we need another cup, we will buy it during the cruise to replace one. Edited August 9, 2015 by Desert Cruizers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jahannah Posted August 9, 2015 #73 Share Posted August 9, 2015 Thank you, Also I thought I read somewhere that drink packages do not apply while in port. How could that be possible? Excuse the question as I/we cruise infrequently. Drink packages begin on embarkation day and end at some point the night before debarkation. They are effective on port days and at Coco Cay and Labadee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supergran Posted August 9, 2015 #74 Share Posted August 9, 2015 The package prices on Splendour last week were more expensive than in the PDF posted. We had the select package included in our booking but it is $42 per day, not $35. It didn't include cocktails which were $14 each with a Cocktail of the day being $9. We upgraded one package to Premium which cost an extra $15 per day ($57). The Ultimate package was $65 per day, I think. Also Select didn't include bottled water, according to some bartenders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 10, 2015 #75 Share Posted August 10, 2015 The package prices on Splendour last week were more expensive than in the PDF posted. We had the select package included in our booking but it is $42 per day, not $35. It didn't include cocktails which were $14 each with a Cocktail of the day being $9. We upgraded one package to Premium which cost an extra $15 per day ($57). The Ultimate package was $65 per day, I think. Also Select didn't include bottled water, according to some bartenders. Package prices for some European cruises are priced with the 18% gratuity included, so that's why the $35 per day package ended up at $42. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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