Rare ghstudio Posted April 5, 2017 #101 Share Posted April 5, 2017 Please bear with my question. This will be our second Celebrity cruise and the first where we are purchasing a drink package. I understand from the posts above that we won't be paying pay full price to "upgrade" to premium alcohol and drinks on Premium but, if a drink, like Remy Martin VSOP, which is listed on Premium and not on Classic, would we pay the full amount. No...the new system is very easy. If you have the classic package, you will pay the incremental cost for any drink over $9 period. All the lists are just examples of alcohols/drinks that fall within a specific package....so Remy Martin may cost $10 (guess) so it shows as included in the premium package. However if you have the classic package, you would pay an additional $1 (plus gratuities on that $1) since the first $9 (plus gratuities) is covered by the classic package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ghstudio Posted April 5, 2017 #102 Share Posted April 5, 2017 Has anyone else noticed that on the information sheet posted on page 1, the Premium package lists "signature Bars" and then shows the martini bar and "Reflections" on deck 11. When did Reflections become a specialty bar? Is that bar now like the martini bar where they won't serve regular classic package drinks? Very strange,,,, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denatravels Posted April 5, 2017 #103 Share Posted April 5, 2017 I also have a question. Regular bottled water is included in classic. Pellegrino is not. So now if you have classic would you just pay the difference to get the Pellegrino? (I think they've opened the proverbial can of worms with this change) But the difference in what? It's NOT more than the $9 cut off. I think you're right-- this is going to be a mess. I don't sail until August. I was planning to upgrade (last time I didn't need to) so that I can partake of the Alaskan beers-- now I don't even see that on the list (although presume it's because the list is not specifically for an Alaskan itinerary). Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamima Posted April 5, 2017 #104 Share Posted April 5, 2017 I also have a question.Regular bottled water is included in classic. Pellegrino is not. So now if you have classic would you just pay the difference to get the Pellegrino? (I think they've opened the proverbial can of worms with this change) But the difference in what? It's NOT more than the $9 cut off. I think you're right-- this is going to be a mess. I don't sail until August. I was planning to upgrade (last time I didn't need to) so that I can partake of the Alaskan beers-- now I don't even see that on the list (although presume it's because the list is not specifically for an Alaskan itinerary). Sent from my iPhone using Forums The difference in price between regular bottled water and Pellegrino. Before the regular water was included in Classic and the Pellegrino was not. It's still listed that way EXCEPT that now it says ANY drink up to $9 and Pellegrino is under $9 (and considered an "upgrade" from still bottled water.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallie5446 Posted April 5, 2017 #105 Share Posted April 5, 2017 Bottom line, they have simplified everything. No matter if you have the Classic or the Premium pkg, if we buy a drink over the max amount allowed by the package, we pay the difference in cost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare hcat Posted April 5, 2017 #106 Share Posted April 5, 2017 That's because it's on standard, which is included in classic. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Ok,,,,...thanks guess I did not know standard is also included in Classic. So now, if we order up by a few dollars, the bar waitstaff will be bringing us a receipt to sign which includes the upcharge and the tip on the upcharge and we'll have to monitor daily charges,...Seems more complicated but we'll see how it works out. Some items I like will have the upcharge unless I find substitues for Baileys and Amaretto... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelbird Posted April 5, 2017 #107 Share Posted April 5, 2017 Are you referring to Martini at the Martini bar ? I ask because, surely Martini is always available in Classic, just limited to your choice of Vodka or Gin. Also if you paid the upgrade difference couldn't you get an Premium Vodka ? On the first night I asked for a martini on the classic package and was told none was available. When I ordered a "classic" martini it was made with Grey Goose vodka and I was charged $3.54. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guindalf Posted April 5, 2017 #108 Share Posted April 5, 2017 The difference in price between regular bottled water and Pellegrino.Before the regular water was included in Classic and the Pellegrino was not. It's still listed that way EXCEPT that now it says ANY drink up to $9 and Pellegrino is under $9 (and considered an "upgrade" from still bottled water.) No, I don't think there's an issue here. The 'pay the difference' option applies to alcoholic drinks only whereas the bottled water is specifically listed. So, you will STILL get regular bottled water with the Classic package and S. Pelegrino, etc. with the Premium as stated. If you want Pelegrino and you have the Classic package, you pay the going rateas you would have with no package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mafig Posted April 5, 2017 #109 Share Posted April 5, 2017 On the first night I asked for a martini on the classic package and was told none was available. When I ordered a "classic" martini it was made with Grey Goose vodka and I was charged $3.54. So that's a change. In the past I have ordered a Absolute Martini on the classic package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MixerDave Posted April 5, 2017 #110 Share Posted April 5, 2017 So that's a change. In the past I have ordered a Absolute Martini on the classic package. Since Absolut is on the classic package simply order Absolut on the rocks with a splash of vermouth:D I understand the glass is different, but you will end up with more liquor anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MixerDave Posted April 5, 2017 #111 Share Posted April 5, 2017 It appears that Celebrity updated their website with the latest list. https://secure.celebritycruises.com/celebrity/media/celebrity/shared_assets/pdf/Classic-Premium-Bev-Pckgs.pdf0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texasgirl29 Posted April 5, 2017 #112 Share Posted April 5, 2017 It appears that Celebrity updated their website with the latest list. https://secure.celebritycruises.com/celebrity/media/celebrity/shared_assets/pdf/Classic-Premium-Bev-Pckgs.pdf0 You'll need to delete the extraneous "0" at the end of this link, then it works fine. Good to know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hubofhockey Posted April 5, 2017 #113 Share Posted April 5, 2017 This link to new drink packages works. The beer list on the premium package is one of the best I've seen anywhere. I'll pay the $1 extra to upgrade beer. At most, I'll drink a couple a day. Of course, there's nothing wrong with Sam Adams on the Classic Package either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theriac Posted April 5, 2017 #114 Share Posted April 5, 2017 They have updated the drinks, and the wording. Click the link in the classic package paragraph http://www.celebritycruises.com/onboard-celebrity/onboard-beverage-packages?pagename=onboard_beverage_packages_overview#onboard_beverage_packages_premium_classic_tab/onboard/asrPanel?pagename=onboard_beverage_packages_premium_classic Sent from my SM-G920V using Forums mobile app Edit-a word Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floridafolks Posted April 5, 2017 #115 Share Posted April 5, 2017 This link to new drink packages works. The beer list on the premium package is one of the best I've seen anywhere. I'll pay the $1 extra to upgrade beer. At most, I'll drink a couple a day. Of course, there's nothing wrong with Sam Adams on the Classic Package either. Thanks for the link. Agree about the beer. I find it odd that fountain sodas are on classic, but can sodas are listed under premium. Surely a can of soda is less than $9, so why is is not available under classic? Also, I do not see limoncello listed at all - a fav for DH. Where would that be? Mostly sad about the move of Baileys - love it on the rocks, with BBC, and Aspen coffee. But will just gladly pay the small up charge rather than have a need to upgrade to premium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa at Mohair Meadows Posted April 5, 2017 #116 Share Posted April 5, 2017 (edited) Is this 'difference' charge only for items that were on the Classic package and have been moved to Premium? (Example) If a drink had never been available on the Classic Package (say a special martini), the person on the Classic package would have to pay full price. Right? Because the difference between the cost of the drink and the Classic cost (0) would be the entire cost of the drink. Melissa (Never mind - read a few more and I get it now. $9 as the base, anything more is surcharge with tip on the surcharge. Edited April 5, 2017 by Melissa at Mohair Meadows misunderstood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UKPete71 Posted April 5, 2017 #117 Share Posted April 5, 2017 I find it odd that fountain sodas are on classic, but can sodas are listed under premium. Surely a can of soda is less than $9, so why is is not available under classic? That stood out for me too. It's unbelievable a can you of soda has been priced in to the premium package. [emoji54] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poffles Posted April 5, 2017 #118 Share Posted April 5, 2017 (edited) OK ... seriously. Even cans of soda are moved. This is ridiculous and not happy about that at all. The perk is no longer what it was, the change to the pay the difference is nice but it clearly comes at another cost .. and no I am not shocked by that. That said, the perk that clearly we all know has been slowly pulled into the baseline cruise cost, is no longer what it was for me and leaves me a bit put off ... I hate fountain soda as it always tastes flat. Soooooooo .. if I want a can of soda, what will I pay? The full cost of the can? Shocked they haven't change the included water in the Classic to say 'fountain' water. :( I was debating upgrading to Premium on any new cruise with them but now I feel forced to do that just to get what I would have had before in the Classic. Edited April 5, 2017 by poffles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iamthesea Posted April 5, 2017 #119 Share Posted April 5, 2017 Some items I like will have the upcharge unless I find substitues for Baileys and Amaretto... Is there a substitute for Bailey's? I find it odd that fountain sodas are on classic, but can sodas are listed under premium. I was not aware that Celebrity had soda fountains? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annbarker23 Posted April 5, 2017 #120 Share Posted April 5, 2017 Does anyone know if prosecco is still available on the Classic package? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iamthesea Posted April 5, 2017 #121 Share Posted April 5, 2017 (edited) Whoops! Edited April 5, 2017 by Iamthesea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theriac Posted April 5, 2017 #122 Share Posted April 5, 2017 I've never gotten a can either the classic package. I've seen them open cans, fill up a cup, and keep the rest of the can behind the bar(like on Carnival and RC) but I've never had a can left with me. I also don't think I've ever seen fountain soda on X. Not saying it isn't there, but I haven't seen it. Sent from my SM-G920V using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theriac Posted April 5, 2017 #123 Share Posted April 5, 2017 They may have updated the list, but not the price of the package. I just received the following from my TA website. This used to say "A value of 55.00 per..." A Classic Beverage Package for TWO (A value of $ 64.90 per person/per day, includes all gratuities) The extra $9.90 is the 18% gratuity on the $55 if you purchased the package. Sent from my SM-G920V using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poffles Posted April 5, 2017 #124 Share Posted April 5, 2017 I've never gotten a can either the classic package. I've seen them open cans, fill up a cup, and keep the rest of the can behind the bar(like on Carnival and RC) but I've never had a can left with me. I also don't think I've ever seen fountain soda on X. Not saying it isn't there, but I haven't seen it. Sent from my SM-G920V using Forums mobile app On Classic, only package I've had on my two sailings, I have gotten many cans of soda which they gave me unopened along with a glass of ice. I'm sure they have fountain for mixed drinks which I envision it getting much more use now. I would drink many cans so was not a one off occurrence. Never in all my asks for pop/soda was I given fountain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mafig Posted April 5, 2017 #125 Share Posted April 5, 2017 Does anyone know if prosecco is still available on the Classic package? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Good question. I'd like to know, too.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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