Imalismom Posted December 15, 2016 #1 Share Posted December 15, 2016 (edited) So, for the first time, I have been caught up in the unlimited drinking package - I have managed to avoid it until now. I am a non drinker.... so, can I order a rum and coke (Pepsi) and have them hold the rum? Or, another way to ask... can I get just plain soda with the alcohol package? thanks in advance for your answers. Gale Edited December 15, 2016 by Imalismom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biker@sea Posted December 15, 2016 #2 Share Posted December 15, 2016 (edited) So, for the first time, I have been caught up in the unlimited drinking package - I have managed to avoid it until now. I am a non drinker.... so, can I order a rum and coke (Pepsi) and have them hold the rum? Or, another way to ask... can I get just plain soda with the alcohol package? thanks in advance for your answers. Gale :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6***NE4z6a8 :) It didn't work for Jack. . Edited December 15, 2016 by biker@sea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNJCruisers Posted December 15, 2016 #3 Share Posted December 15, 2016 Yes, the UBP does include soda from a gun, so you can get it without the rum or Jack Daniels or Crown Royal etc. Sent from my XT1254 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNJCruisers Posted December 15, 2016 #4 Share Posted December 15, 2016 Yes, the UBP does include soda from a gun, so you can get it without the rum or Jack Daniels or Crown Royal etc. Another thing to order are virgin versions of Miami Vice, Piña Colada, etc. Sent from my XT1254 using Forums mobile app Sent from my XT1254 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjkacmom Posted December 15, 2016 #5 Share Posted December 15, 2016 But if you booked in the US, you will be paying $100 to drink soda (unless you like virgin frozen drinks). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imalismom Posted December 16, 2016 Author #6 Share Posted December 16, 2016 But if you booked in the US, you will be paying $100 to drink soda (unless you like virgin frozen drinks). yes, I booked in the US and dear husband will enjoy the unlimited bar - I just wont.... but virgin drinks are very good too.... I was just hoping I did not have to purchase the soda package on TOP of paying the gratuity for the "free" add-ons... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hladygirl Posted December 16, 2016 #7 Share Posted December 16, 2016 yes, I booked in the US and dear husband will enjoy the unlimited bar - I just wont.... but virgin drinks are very good too.... I was just hoping I did not have to purchase the soda package on TOP of paying the gratuity for the "free" add-ons... We had the UBP last cruise. My husband does not drink alcohol. He enjoyed all the soda he wanted and ordered a lot of virgin drinks he never thought to before. I enjoyed trying all sorts of different cocktails I wouldn't have without the package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smileygirl_68 Posted December 16, 2016 #8 Share Posted December 16, 2016 So, for the first time, I have been caught up in the unlimited drinking package - I have managed to avoid it until now. I am a non drinker.... so, can I order a rum and coke (Pepsi) and have them hold the rum? Or, another way to ask... can I get just plain soda with the alcohol package? thanks in advance for your answers. Gale As a 'water only ' girl I appreciate your dilemma. I've found that demanding they hold your rum til you've drank the coke works like a charm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseLovininIL Posted December 16, 2016 #9 Share Posted December 16, 2016 How about if you order the rum with a side of Coke (Pepsi)[emoji3] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smileygirl_68 Posted December 16, 2016 #10 Share Posted December 16, 2016 Again, simply demand they hold your (insert name of lubricant) until you've chuggernauted your (insert name of daft American brew) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted December 16, 2016 #11 Share Posted December 16, 2016 How about if you order the rum with a side of Coke (Pepsi)[emoji3] Sent from my iPhone using Forums I can settle with that. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted December 16, 2016 #12 Share Posted December 16, 2016 Just buy sodas "as you go"..there is NO need for "packages" if you aren't drinking booze. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NLH Arizona Posted December 16, 2016 #13 Share Posted December 16, 2016 So, for the first time, I have been caught up in the unlimited drinking package - I have managed to avoid it until now. I am a non drinker.... so, can I order a rum and coke (Pepsi) and have them hold the rum? Or, another way to ask... can I get just plain soda with the alcohol package? thanks in advance for your answers. Gale Yes, you can get sodas, as well as virgin drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleteace Posted December 16, 2016 #14 Share Posted December 16, 2016 Ha ha!! Yep sodas and things are included the package. They'll never leave you having to drink alcohol (they'd prefer you drink the cheaper stuff I'm sure!) I've always found the bar staff really nice and more than happy to make a cocktail (or mocktail) to order. I've listed what is included in the package here: all soft drinks are included (apart from tea/coffee from the atrium and bottled water). http://cruisingisntjustforoldpeople.co.uk/2016/09/10/ncls-unlimited-beverage-package/ As far as soft drinks go I mainly had Pepsi and some kind lemonade type thing, also had a couple of mocktails and a couple of milk shake type drinks :) Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NittanyCruise Posted December 16, 2016 #15 Share Posted December 16, 2016 On the Epic last week, I watched a poor couple try to order just soda's but the bartender was having none of that when he noticed they had the UBP. He pulled the guy up on the bar and just started pouring Jack Daniels and Coconut rum down his throat. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleteace Posted December 16, 2016 #16 Share Posted December 16, 2016 On the Epic last week, I watched a poor couple try to order just soda's but the bartender was having none of that when he noticed they had the UBP. He pulled the guy up on the bar and just started pouring Jack Daniels and Coconut rum down his throat. :D There was a second there when I thought you were serious!!! Doh. Ha ha Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NHL Philly Fan Posted December 16, 2016 #17 Share Posted December 16, 2016 So, for the first time, I have been caught up in the unlimited drinking package - I have managed to avoid it until now. I am a non drinker.... so, can I order a rum and coke (Pepsi) and have them hold the rum? Or, another way to ask... can I get just plain soda with the alcohol package? thanks in advance for your answers. Gale No everyone is REQUIRED to drink alcohol constantly the entire time they are on teh cruise. Under no circumstances what so ever are you allowed to refuse top drink every single drink that is handed to you. If you fail to completely drink any drink at any time on the cruise, your on boar account will be charged a 100% penalty of your cruise fare. No exception is made for friends of bill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BostonGal35 Posted December 16, 2016 #18 Share Posted December 16, 2016 yes, you can just get soda. i often need gingerale at breakfast depending on how much i (over)enjoyed my UBP the night before. i also dont know what the going rate is for the soda card, but even if you had to pay the $100 gratuity on the UBP, you would have probably paid $60 or so for the soda card anyway. the nice thing for you is if you meet some friends who dont have the UBP, you could always get them a drink on your card. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TruckerDave Posted December 16, 2016 #19 Share Posted December 16, 2016 (edited) On the Epic last week, I watched a poor couple try to order just soda's but the bartender was having none of that when he noticed they had the UBP. He pulled the guy up on the bar and just started pouring Jack Daniels and Coconut rum down his throat. :D Careful, some folks on this website a) have no sense of humor. b) will take you serious c) get angry with you (and probably me) for making light of this question. :D Edited December 16, 2016 by TruckerDave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TruckerDave Posted December 16, 2016 #20 Share Posted December 16, 2016 Again, simply demand they hold your (insert name of lubricant) until you've chuggernauted your (insert name of daft American brew) "demanding" might be a bit strong. you could simply ask instead. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerman2 Posted December 17, 2016 #21 Share Posted December 17, 2016 So, for the first time, I have been caught up in the unlimited drinking package - I have managed to avoid it until now. I am a non drinker.... so, can I order a rum and coke (Pepsi) and have them hold the rum? Or, another way to ask... can I get just plain soda with the alcohol package? thanks in advance for your answers. Gale When are you going? Get the shot seperate from the soda. I'll take it. Vodka please! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imalismom Posted December 17, 2016 Author #22 Share Posted December 17, 2016 When are you going? Get the shot seperate from the soda. I'll take it. Vodka please! May 2018 - Alaska - and I WOULD give it all to you - I seriously can't stand the taste... believe me... my husband has spent years of "try this honey, you might like this one" to no avail.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovedestiny Posted December 17, 2016 #23 Share Posted December 17, 2016 We had the UBP, and I didn't always want liquor, but I did want a nice drink to sip. So sometimes I got 'virgin' drinks. I suggest virgin mojito (frozen) it's amazing. Virgin daiquiri, virgin pina colada...etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NHL Philly Fan Posted December 17, 2016 #24 Share Posted December 17, 2016 yes, you can just get soda.i often need gingerale at breakfast depending on how much i (over)enjoyed my UBP the night before. i also dont know what the going rate is for the soda card, but even if you had to pay the $100 gratuity on the UBP, you would have probably paid $60 or so for the soda card anyway. the nice thing for you is if you meet some friends who dont have the UBP, you could always get them a drink on your card. Not without breaking the rules. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted December 18, 2016 #25 Share Posted December 18, 2016 Not without breaking the rules. ... and embarrassment is the least penalty when attention is called. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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