taxmantoo Posted July 18, 2017 #1 Share Posted July 18, 2017 The Princess website indicates there is a limit on the number of drinks one can get in a day under their Sip and Sale promotion but does not say what that limit is. What number of drinks is allowed per day? If one chooses a bottle of wine with the 40% discount, does this count as one of the allowed drinks off the limit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goofy559 Posted July 18, 2017 #2 Share Posted July 18, 2017 The Princess website indicates there is a limit on the number of drinks one can get in a day under their Sip and Sale promotion but does not say what that limit is.What number of drinks is allowed per day? If one chooses a bottle of wine with the 40% discount, does this count as one of the allowed drinks off the limit? First, the limit is only on the alcoholic drinks not all drinks, so water, coffee etc don't count. I have seen folks mention 15 or 16 as the limit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted July 18, 2017 #3 Share Posted July 18, 2017 First, the limit is only on the alcoholic drinks not all drinks, so water, coffee etc don't count. I have seen folks mention 15 or 16 as the limit. There was a post saying any drink counted toward the limit. There was a post saying it was only the AIBP included in the sip and sail. There was also a post saying it was alcoholic drinks only. Who knows......... No I don't think wine purchased at the 40% off is included in the limit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antsp Posted July 18, 2017 #4 Share Posted July 18, 2017 So it's no longer all inclusive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missouri travel girl Posted July 18, 2017 #5 Share Posted July 18, 2017 We have used that promotion before and I read there was a limit. When I asked on board we were told there was no limit at all. I had a group and nobody ever had a problem, when they wanted to order anything, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnocket Posted July 18, 2017 #6 Share Posted July 18, 2017 I'm thinking if someone hits the limit, they have more serious problems to worry about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tailspintom Posted July 18, 2017 #7 Share Posted July 18, 2017 I'm thinking if someone hits the limit, they have more serious problems to worry about. Yep, absolutely (no vodka pun intended). Sort of like those folks who go on a feeding frenzy at buffets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floridalover5623 Posted July 18, 2017 #8 Share Posted July 18, 2017 I'm thinking if someone hits the limit, they have more serious problems to worry about. Only if they drink all of them by them selves. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennybenny Posted July 19, 2017 #9 Share Posted July 19, 2017 It's a 15 drink alcohol limit. Soda, water, and coffee not included towards your count. The bottles do not count towards your 15 drink max. They are matching the Cheers! package on Carnival. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovevacadays Posted July 19, 2017 #10 Share Posted July 19, 2017 It's a 15 drink alcohol limit. Soda, water, and coffee not included towards your count.The bottles do not count towards your 15 drink max. They are matching the Cheers! package on Carnival. Exactly what I was told when I called Princess. The rep put me on hold to call special services and this is what she was told. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuffyiscruisin' Posted July 19, 2017 #11 Share Posted July 19, 2017 This is not what it says on the princess website?? No mention of a limit "Save when you purchase pre-cruise (on board cost is $59.80 per day)! Our All-Inclusive Beverage Package includes any individual beverage item, such as soda, water, cocktails, spirits, wines, beers, coffee and tea, up to $10 (retail value). Bottles of wine are NOT included in the package; however, when purchased in bars, dining rooms or specialty restaurants, will be available at 40% discount from the menu price. Applicable to all bottles below $100 retail. Note: This package is available for consumption at all bars, public areas and dining venues (not room service and excludes mini bar items). Princess Cruises may modify, amend or update the Terms and Conditions at any time with or without notice to guests. Package is NOT available for purchase within 3 days of sailing. Package is NOT available for voyages 2 nights or fewer." Is this limit just for thise that purchase under Sip and Sail promotion It's a 15 drink alcohol limit. Soda, water, and coffee not included towards your count.The bottles do not count towards your 15 drink max. They are matching the Cheers! package on Carnival. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted July 19, 2017 #12 Share Posted July 19, 2017 Seems from also reading other posts, it's 15 ALCOHOLIC (other non-alchocol don't count) Drinks in a 24 hour period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iamcruzin Posted July 19, 2017 #13 Share Posted July 19, 2017 This is not what it says on the princess website??No mention of a limit Is this limit just for thise that purchase under Sip and Sail promotion This is a good question. The only reasons that I can think of to set a limit would be to either stop sharing among passengers or to control the alcohol consumption. Sharing wouldn't be an issue if you booked under the sip and sail because both parties booked in the same stateroom would receive the beverage package. However it would make sense to pose a limit on those who purchase only one package and are booked as two guests. As far as controlling alcohol consumption they can cut you off at anytime with or without a limit. Personally I think that the limit is just put there as a disclaimer which would allow them to enforce it whenever they want to in the future if the beverage package starts to eat into the profit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff61 Posted July 19, 2017 #14 Share Posted July 19, 2017 Yep, absolutely (no vodka pun intended). Sort of like those folks who go on a feeding frenzy at buffets. Absolutely not ( vodka pun intended) people come in different sizes and shapes and maybe you are plastered at 6 but I know quite a few who can handle this Remember it's a 24 hr clock Sent from my SM-G950W using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IECalCruiser Posted July 19, 2017 #15 Share Posted July 19, 2017 The limit on alcoholic drinks is only mentioned in the terms of the Sip and Sale promotion, not on the website if you purchase the package. I have heard 15 alcoholic drinks reported as the limit but this is not stated in the terms of the Sip and Sail promotion. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted July 19, 2017 #16 Share Posted July 19, 2017 There is no limit on alcoholic drinks for AIBP on the Grand and Crown. The bartenders are not aware of any limit if there will be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justafem Posted July 19, 2017 #17 Share Posted July 19, 2017 I'm under the impression that it's unlimited, until it becomes limited. I watched a fellow cruiser do nothing but drink all day and night. Don't know if she even took time to sleep. Anyhow the second to last night, she as WASTED, like beyond falling down. Walked into a specialty restaurant and passed out at a table. She was escorted to her room, with security posted at her door. Next day she was allowed to drink again. I think it has to do with the behavior of the consumer, but again, that's just my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belle Posted July 19, 2017 #18 Share Posted July 19, 2017 Pretty sure it's unlimited.. Where the 15 drinks comes from is.. "they" say you need to drink at least 15 a day to get your money's worth. This is what I've read over the years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwissDave Posted July 19, 2017 #19 Share Posted July 19, 2017 All of the information available leads to the conclusion that ONLY the Sip n Sail promotion has the 15 alcoholic drinks limit per day. The AIBP package, when purchased, does not - at the moment - specify any limit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grego Posted July 19, 2017 #20 Share Posted July 19, 2017 This is a good question. The only reasons that I can think of to set a limit would be to either stop sharing among passengers or to control the alcohol consumption. Sharing wouldn't be an issue if you booked under the sip and sail because both parties booked in the same stateroom would receive the beverage package. However it would make sense to pose a limit on those who purchase only one package and are booked as two guests. As far as controlling alcohol consumption they can cut you off at anytime with or without a limit. Personally I think that the limit is just put there as a disclaimer which would allow them to enforce it whenever they want to in the future if the beverage package starts to eat into the profit. I agree with this. They worked around a situation where there wasn't a S&S by making both persons in the cabin purchase the package. The other condition you mentioned that by having the S&S where you are serviced by the staff, they can limit you if you have been over-served. This S&S program may have been put into effect to do two things. Eliminate the need for passengers to smuggle liquor aboard and over serving themselves creating a problem and to provide more revenue that is lost to smuggling. Personally, I can't justify the S&S on port extensive voyages and would opt to replace that with the option of additional OBC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare geoherb Posted July 19, 2017 #21 Share Posted July 19, 2017 Pretty sure it's unlimited.. Where the 15 drinks comes from is.. "they" say you need to drink at least 15 a day to get your money's worth.You would get your money's worth way before 15 drinks a day. Around six alcoholic beverages plus a couple of sodas and specialty coffees would do it. Back when I was allowed to drink, I think it would have been great. Mimosas with breakfast, a glass of wine or two with lunch, a predinner cocktail or two, another glass of wine or two at dinner and an after-dinner cordial would do it. But now I'm on a drug that limits me to one glass of wine, so it would no longer be a bargain. If we booked under the AIBP option, I'd take the onboard credit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floridalover5623 Posted July 19, 2017 #22 Share Posted July 19, 2017 I agree with this. They worked around a situation where there wasn't a S&S by making both persons in the cabin purchase the package. The other condition you mentioned that by having the S&S where you are serviced by the staff, they can limit you if you have been over-served. This S&S program may have been put into effect to do two things. Eliminate the need for passengers to smuggle liquor aboard and over serving themselves creating a problem and to provide more revenue that is lost to smuggling. Personally, I can't justify the S&S on port extensive voyages and would opt to replace that with the option of additional OBC. I dislike being forced to over indulge just because the package was "included". Most times the TA I deal with has an option of a cheaper cruise price without the package. This allows me to bring (smuggle) just what I want and not overspend for something I don't really use that much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figmentdj Posted July 19, 2017 #23 Share Posted July 19, 2017 The limit on alcoholic drinks is only mentioned in the terms of the Sip and Sale promotion, not on the website if you purchase the package. I have heard 15 alcoholic drinks reported as the limit but this is not stated in the terms of the Sip and Sail promotion. I can see this being the case, however, in what way could they enforce this? Example, Passenger A has the S&S promotion and goes to the bar and they say you've hit your 15 drink limit. Passenger B purchased the AIBP on board and has no limit. This seems difficult for the bar staff to keep up with and confusing to the guests, no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tailspintom Posted July 19, 2017 #24 Share Posted July 19, 2017 Absolutely not ( vodka pun intended) people come in different sizes and shapes and maybe you are plastered at 6 but I know quite a few who can handle this Remember it's a 24 hr clock Sent from my SM-G950W using Forums mobile app You could be very right, Giff. I wouldn't know if 6 would do what you suggest as I limit my intake to that which is good for me heart. My point wasn't to disparage those who may consume a goodly amount of alcohol. But rather, to comment on the mentality of people who will consume solely because it is available at no cost. Or, at least, paid for in advance. If one is planning on drinking for 24 hours per day on a 10 day cruise, I don’t want to be behind them on disembarkation. By the way, your comment on different sizes and shapes brought me back to that great John Candy line in Splash about drinking. You know, the one where he says it is not that you drank too much, it is that you don't weigh enough? Fond memories of a great movie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribill Posted July 20, 2017 #25 Share Posted July 20, 2017 The Princess web site is often slow to be updated with policy changes. If a 15 alcohol drink per day limit will exist, it will no doubt apply to all AIBP packages no matter how obtained. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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