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Soccrmom65

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Does anybody have any current pics or links for the bar menus on Constellation. I tried to look online but everything is so old. I am torn between upgrading or not with the drink package. I know the Martini Bar is the big thing. Also how about specialty teas and coffees. Lastly a wine/champagne by the glass list with prices. Sailing in a few weeks so any help would be appreciated.

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Does anybody have any current pics or links for the bar menus on Constellation. I tried to look online but everything is so old. I am torn between upgrading or not with the drink package. I know the Martini Bar is the big thing. Also how about specialty teas and coffees. Lastly a wine/champagne by the glass list with prices. Sailing in a few weeks so any help would be appreciated.

 

I would definately upgrade. The martini bar is excellent and you can enjoy the wonderful martini's. Regarding coffee, all of the coffee drinks are available with both drink packages. You can get Speciality water with both, but not Evian or Pelligrino- only with the upgraded package. You can also get canned soda with the upgraded package, vs. soda on tap.

 

The most important fact to note is that any drink that costs more then (I believe) $7 you have to pay for. Not just the difference, but the entire cost of the drink if you do not upgrade. In addition, you can also enjoy more expensive wines by the glass.

 

Enjoy your cruise

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MissBreezy

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Why not wait until you get on the ship and decide?

 

I have upgraded but because DH is mostly a beer drinker we were unsure if he should upgrade as well. Celebrity told us the upgrade fee is the same whether you do it in advance or once you get on the ship. They also told us if DH sticks with the classic package for a day or two and finds that he would prefer to upgrade he can purchase an upgrade for the remaining days of the cruise and be billed for only those days vs. the full 11 nights of our cruise.

 

HTH!

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Can I ask why cans are not included on the classic package? They are only $2.50 This would be a deal breaker for my adult children as they vastly prefer cans to the soda pump. They are not heavy drinks and are happy with the elite drinks/vouchers.

We may well change their packages to the OBC if this is the case.

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We sailed the Reflection at Thanksgiving and both had the classic drink package. My husband drinks Manhattans and beer and glass of wine at dinner while I drink Rob Roys, wine with dinner and after dinner drink of Sambuca and all were included in the classic package. Additionally, we were able to get cans of soda and bottles of water to take to the cabin.

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I would definately upgrade. The martini bar is excellent and you can enjoy the wonderful martini's. Regarding coffee, all of the coffee drinks are available with both drink packages.You can get Speciality water with both, but not Evian or Pelligrino- only with the upgraded package. You can also get canned soda with the upgraded package, vs. soda on tap.

The most important fact to note is that any drink that costs more then (I believe) $7 you have to pay for. Not just the difference, but the entire cost of the drink if you do not upgrade. In addition, you can also enjoy more expensive wines by the glass.

 

Enjoy your cruise

 

Not true - all canned soda is available with the classic package.

 

Not true - No specialty water is available with the classic.

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Correct. You can get the "no name" water with the classic. But Evian, San Pellegrino are only on the premium

 

If you go on the Celebrity website, they will give all of the details. The package is different. While some say they got canned soda, you techincally aren't supposed to get it.

 

IMO worth the difference as we drink Evian, Pelligrino and enjoy Martini's. About $11.50 per day additional, including tip.

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If you go on the Celebrity website, they will give all of the details. The package is different. While some say they got canned soda, you techincally aren't supposed to get it.

 

IMO worth the difference as we drink Evian, Pelligrino and enjoy Martini's. About $11.50 per day additional, including tip.

 

 

Where did get this information? Canned soda IS included in the classic package.

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Classic Non-Alcoholic Package

 

In addition to enjoying your favorite Coca Cola can and fountain sodas selections such as Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Fanta Orange and Coke Zero, you may also enjoy fresh squeezed and bottled juices, premium coffees and teas, and non-premium bottled water.

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If you go on the Celebrity website, they will give all of the details. The package is different. While some say they got canned soda, you techincally aren't supposed to get it. .

 

Actually, the only soda on the ship is in cans! They no longer carry fountain sodas. They will give you a glass with ice along with the can. It was great, we would take a couple of unopened cans back to our cabin to enjoy on the balcony!

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Well I was in the same situation as the OP. Having never been on Celebrity and having no knowledge of the drink prices or bars.....I reasoned...The basic package was free!!! So why not spend a few more pounds and enjoy the very best Celebrity has to offer!!! I am certainly worth a meager $11 extra per day. Plus who wants to be one of those people drinking out of a small martini glass in the Martini bar... not me!

I can save $$ or pinch that penny somewhere else.....I don't want to be reminded as to how cheap I am every time I order a cocktail and have to ask if it is covered under the "basic" package. Let go!

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I would not say not getting the upgrade makes you cheap...yes it is nice to have all the options but normally on a cruise my bar bill wont even touch 200.00 so that tells you how much we drink. I don't mind paying for the upgrade if I feel I will use it but if not I would rather donate to the casino or relax during a massage. Sorry just my opinion but I was kind of offended by the way it was posted.

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Please note that a can of soda CAN be obtained with the Classic package, so you can obtain one (at a time) to take back to your room. Also, with the Classic package you can obtain any beverage that is $8.00 or less.

 

Not any drink; only beers $6/less. Cocktails & wine $8/less.

 

"Regarding coffee, all of the coffee drinks are available with both drink packages."

 

Is this true? On the Celebrity website it says the classic gets "premium coffee", while the premium plan gets "specialty coffee". I am reading this that you need the premium plan to get lattes, cappucinos, etc.

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Not any drink; only beers $6/less. Cocktails & wine $8/less.

 

"Regarding coffee, all of the coffee drinks are available with both drink packages."

 

Is this true? On the Celebrity website it says the classic gets "premium coffee", while the premium plan gets "specialty coffee". I am reading this that you need the premium plan to get lattes, cappucinos, etc.

Check out the link below for detailed information regarding price lists. Under the Cafe al Bacio, all of the espresso based drinks are included in both packages with the exception of the "Other Favorites and More Favorites." These drinks are only allowed if you have the premium, but it has been reported that some people with the classic have been able to get these drinks if the barista is in a good mood. You can scroll up and down with the link below to see other price lists such as the Martini Bar, Molecular Bar, etc.

 

http://www.thepreismans.com/ecarib_reflection_menus.htm#bacio

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