steelerfanky Posted May 21, 2015 #1 Share Posted May 21, 2015 I am wondering if it is worth purchasing the unlimited beverage package on this five day cruise on the Norwegian Sky. This itinerary has has three stops, so you are not on the ship much during the day. Plus, if a drink is over $11, you have to pay the difference. I have no idea what the cost of drinks are on this ship (e.g., Miami Vice), but I can't imagine them being over $10 a drink. Any suggestions or feedback would be greatly appreciated. We leave on June 1 and if we are going to do this I would rather do it now and not have to wait in line on ship. Thanks a bunch! Kim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nola26 Posted May 21, 2015 #2 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Most drinks are covered by the plan, it will be rare for a beverage to be over the plan limit. Divide the price/day by $11, that will tell you how many drinks per day is breakeven for the plan. I don't drink alcohol but did buy the soda plan on the Sky. For me the freedom to order a drink anytime anywhere adds to the vacation feeling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoAndHaveFun Posted May 21, 2015 #3 Share Posted May 21, 2015 When I was on Jade, almost ever drink I saw on the menus were under $11. If you see yourself getting a lot of drinks everyday, definitely go for the UBP. Even though there are 3 stops, you will still be onboard at night so plenty of opportunities to get drinks. Heck, if you are not feeling your port of call, you can just go back onboard, get a drink, and chill in the sun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfantum Posted May 21, 2015 #4 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Do you feel that you will drink $279 worth of drinks per person? You have embarkation day, 2 port days where you will probably only be on board to drink in the evening and one day on GSC where you can use the UBP. So basically 2 full days and 2 evenings of possible drinking. Most drinks are $8-10, beer a little less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnIreland Posted May 21, 2015 #5 Share Posted May 21, 2015 When is the sky doing a 5 day cruise ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck2810 Posted May 21, 2015 #6 Share Posted May 21, 2015 When is the sky doing a 5 day cruise ? my thoughts exactly....:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelerfanky Posted May 21, 2015 Author #7 Share Posted May 21, 2015 My bad....it is actually a four day cruise! Thanks to everyone for their feedback! It is greatly appreciated! Kim :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColinIllinois Posted May 21, 2015 #8 Share Posted May 21, 2015 When did you book? The UBP is now inclusive on the Sky. http://www.ncl.com/terms/sky-inclusive-beverage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveFarris Posted May 21, 2015 #9 Share Posted May 21, 2015 This itinerary has has three stops, so you are not on the ship much during the day. If one of the stops in Great Stirrup Cay, you can use the UBP to get drinks while on the island. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandyMommyof2 Posted May 21, 2015 #10 Share Posted May 21, 2015 (edited) I had no clue that you could take advantage of UBP at Great Stirrup Cay. Thanks so much for telling the OP :) We sail in November. Edited May 21, 2015 by MandyMommyof2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColinIllinois Posted May 21, 2015 #11 Share Posted May 21, 2015 When did you book? The UBP is now inclusive on the Sky. http://www.ncl.com/terms/sky-inclusive-beverage Too late to edit my own post but I re-read the terms and that is for 2016 so doesn't apply to the OP. Pretty good deal though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BamaVol Posted May 26, 2015 #12 Share Posted May 26, 2015 We don't drink enough to make it worthwhile but did find a wine package to our liking. We paid $98 for 4 bottles which gave us enough for dinner with a little left over. All we needed in addition was the odd beer or bahama mama in the afternoon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaneisDope Posted May 26, 2015 #13 Share Posted May 26, 2015 I'm traveling with a girlfriend on this cruise in October. She isn't a big time drinker but I am. Would we both be required to purchase UBP or can I buy it just for myself? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BamaVol Posted May 26, 2015 #14 Share Posted May 26, 2015 I'm traveling with a girlfriend on this cruise in October. She isn't a big time drinker but I am. Would we both be required to purchase UBP or can I buy it just for myself? I'm pretty sure I read that everyone in the cabin must purchase the UBP. That doesn't necessarily make sense but rules are rules. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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