SoCalCruiser00 Posted February 19, 2014 #1 Share Posted February 19, 2014 (edited) cruise Edited February 19, 2014 by SoCalCruiser00 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LovesCruising Posted February 19, 2014 #2 Share Posted February 19, 2014 Your not supposed to share your drink package - each person (not cabin) is supposed to buy their own - I do believe they will only serve you 1 drink at a time. Someone correct me if Im wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shekim Posted February 19, 2014 #3 Share Posted February 19, 2014 If it's not too late change the question to anything but sharing a drink package. This is another one of those subjects that gets people's dander up. It's a very touchy subject on these boards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCalCruiser00 Posted February 19, 2014 Author #4 Share Posted February 19, 2014 (edited) cruise Edited February 19, 2014 by SoCalCruiser00 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmcphee26 Posted February 20, 2014 #5 Share Posted February 20, 2014 I honestly can't comment since I haven't sailed since they changed around the drink packages (I think now not everyone in the cabin has to purchase but not sure), but just a heads up that sometimes posts that could be interpreted as questions on how to scam the RCI system don't go over well on these boards. I will say that on my last Jewel cruise I had a drink package and my cousin did not. Once (and only once I swear) I was able to hand her my drink I bought at another bar so I could go and get her a cocktail. It was not an issue at all. This was the only time I did it as she's not a big drinker. Very curious about other people's opinions on this! Have a good cruise! Sent from my iPhone using Cruise Critic Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leaveitallbehind Posted February 20, 2014 #6 Share Posted February 20, 2014 (edited) Not everyone in the stateroom has to buy it anymore - only one person can buy it. But it still is not intended to be shared. You also don't have to purchase it for the entire week - just but the 3rd day on a 7 night cruise as you have to have purchase it for at least 4 days. The price is prorated for the total number of days purchased. Edited February 20, 2014 by leaveitallbehind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvscruising2007 Posted February 20, 2014 #7 Share Posted February 20, 2014 (edited) Ethics! Edited February 20, 2014 by luvscruising2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akcruz Posted February 20, 2014 #8 Share Posted February 20, 2014 All I will add is that it was the sharing when the package first came out that caused the rule of all over 21 must purchase. Now that the restriction has been lifted we will see how long before it comes back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IWORK2CRUISE Posted February 20, 2014 #9 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Please do not cheat! Some of us might like to try a drink package in the future. For us, we mainly consume beer but like to have an occasional specialty drink. We currently think that the packages are priced a little high if you have a lot of port time. We fear that if people take advantage, the prices will only go up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaHappy Posted February 20, 2014 #10 Share Posted February 20, 2014 No sharing the drink package! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headinsouth! Posted February 20, 2014 #11 Share Posted February 20, 2014 No sharing please... one day, when I go on a cruise without my teenage daughter, I want to be able to purchase the drink package and try every drink on the menu! :p So, please don't mess it up for the rest of us. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oma24boys Posted February 20, 2014 #12 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Please do not cheat! We currently think that the packages are priced a little high if you have a lot of port time. We fear that if people take advantage, the prices will only go up. The prices are probably set a little high because of the "cheating" problem...:cool: This is one time not sharing is acceptable... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldgirl2 Posted February 20, 2014 #13 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Maybe if they lowered the price some people would not feel the need to "share" so that they can break even. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerif Posted February 20, 2014 #14 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Maybe if they lowered the price some people would not feel the need to "share" so that they can break even. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app You realize you don't HAVE to purchase it, don't you? No matter what the price point, there will always be those thieves who insist on cheating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krazy4kruisin Posted February 20, 2014 #15 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Seriously? Can ya'll afford to cruise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted February 20, 2014 #16 Share Posted February 20, 2014 cruise No you cant each person in the cabin has to buy in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp30338 Posted February 20, 2014 #17 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Sharing is caring! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp30338 Posted February 20, 2014 #18 Share Posted February 20, 2014 No you cant each person in the cabin has to buy in. Not anymore, one person in the cabin can purchase it now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwm51 Posted February 20, 2014 #19 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Sharing is caring! Don't Spoil It for Us!!!:eek::( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shekim Posted February 20, 2014 #20 Share Posted February 20, 2014 cruise See what I mean? LOL...just do what you can do and enjoy every minute of your cruise! We have learned over the years how to cut some costs. We still enjoy every minute of the time we spend on the ship. I'm sure you guys will too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrBit Posted February 20, 2014 #21 Share Posted February 20, 2014 (edited) The prices are probably set a little high because of the "cheating" problem...:cool: This is one time not sharing is acceptable... I think the prices are very reasonable, heck in most restaurants and bars here in my city, drinks avg about $10. I liked the prices on the cruise as most hard liquor was sub $10. But, i agree, don't cheat a good thing. I got the premium package which was $55 a day, that was super easy for me. I drank from bottled water, soda and alcohol around $80 to $100 a day.. easy. 3 glasses of wine for dinner, shoot more than halfway there. If you are not a big drinker, than it's "not worth it" I mean that in terms of bottled water, soda and some drinks per day. I like to drink while on vacation, i am not a big eater but drinking is my thing, and hitting 5 drinks while on vacation a day is super easy for me. Most of all it put my mind at ease, my wife did not have the package and her drinks were all itemized and it adds up... drink packages are care free in my opinion for no last minute end of cruise bill surprises. Edited February 20, 2014 by mrBit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JillLovesTravel Posted February 20, 2014 #22 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Maybe if they lowered the price some people would not feel the need to "share" so that they can break even. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app If you don't drink enough to break even then just pay by the drink. Easy way to be honest. Don't make excuses for dishonesty, it is what it is. You are either dishonest or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JillLovesTravel Posted February 20, 2014 #23 Share Posted February 20, 2014 No you cant each person in the cabin has to buy in. Wrong. That rule has recently changed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JillLovesTravel Posted February 20, 2014 #24 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Having done the drink package I will just give a heads up to the liars, cheaters, thieves, (choose your title) that Royal Caribbean through your sea pass card knows EXACTLY when, what, how many, what time, etc you buy your drinks. If you drink a lot and think you can also subsidize another person who drinks a lot you will draw attention. Meaning you could get caught or cut off from bar service for having too many drinks on your sea pass (even though you aren't paying). And the price for getting caught….well it is theft so I am sure they have their procedure for dealing with thieves. There is a holding cell for criminals on board and you could be arrested or kicked off in the next port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrBit Posted February 20, 2014 #25 Share Posted February 20, 2014 huh... I just read Carnival's policy, RCI gets a big Kudos for the policy change to allow individuals to buy with no limits. I don't think i ever hit 15 alcoholic beverages per day as with Carinval's policy but forcing every adult in the stateroom to buy.... eh THANKS RCI FOR TREATING US LIKE ADULTS WITH ETHICS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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