What beverages can we bring on?

[lrk]

It's been a while since I cruised so I can't remember.  I know they still allow a bottle of wine.  what is the fee?  Will they allow a big bottle?  What other drinks? sodas etc. are allowed?

[ShakyBeef]

From Carnival's website:

 

Bringing Liquor and Beverages On Board - Embarkation

Guests are prohibited from bringing water, sodas and other non-alcoholic beverages that are packaged in glass or plastic bottles.

 

On embarkation day, a small quantity of non-alcoholic beverages (i.e., sparkling water, sodas, energy drinks, juice, and milk), packaged in cans or cartons, may be brought on board and must be in the guest's carry-on luggage. A small quantity is considered a maximum of 12 sealed, unopened cans/cartons of 12-ounces/354-ml each or less, per person.

 

Guests are prohibited from bringing alcoholic beverages on board with the following exception - at the beginning of the cruise during embarkation day only, guests (21 years of age and older) may bring one 750-ml bottle of sealed/unopened wine or champagne, per person, in their carry-on luggage. Outside this exception, all liquor, beer, other forms of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited in both carry-on and checked luggage and such items will be confiscated and discarded and no compensation will be provided. Guests sailing with us on back-to-back cruises are entitled to bring the same quantity as stated in this policy, per cruise. The additional quantities will be stored for safekeeping at the start of the first cruise and will be given to the guest as each following cruise begins.

 

Corkage Fee

Should guests wish to consume their wine or champagne in the main dining room, specialty restaurant or bar, a $15.00 USD corkage fee, per 750-ml bottle, will be charged. A corkage fee is a charge that is assessed, at time of service, for every bottle that is served and not bought on the premises.

 

Bottled Water

For convenience, guests can purchase bottled water prior to the cruise and it will be delivered to the stateroom on embarkation day. Bottled water may also be purchased on board by contacting room service. Once on board, the purchase is non-refundable and guests may take home any unopened bottles.

 

To ensure we have an ample supply, please visit The Fun Shops™ at www.carnival.com/funshops to place your order before your cruise.

 

$9.95 USD (plus an 18% delivery fee) for a 12-pack of bottled water (16.9-ounce bottle/500-ml bottle)

$3.95 USD (plus an 18% delivery fee) for 1 large bottled water (50.72-ounce bottle/1.5-liter bottle)

$20.00 USD (plus an 18% delivery fee) for 8-pack of bottled water (50.72-ounce bottle/1.5-liter bottle) 

[Trader Susan]

Please be aware that if you're taking a cruise out of Australia,  you cannot take the customary wine on-board upon embarkation. 

[LakeWinniMom]

Is there still a corkage fee if I open in my own room?

[ShakyBeef]

41 minutes ago, LakeWinniMom said:

Is there still a corkage fee if I open in my own room?

No.

 

ETA: The corkage fee is a fee that is (sometimes) charged when you bring your own bottle, not purchased onboard, to public venues such as the MDR or the Steakhouse.

Edited January 24, 2023 by ShakyBeef

[knagl]

9 hours ago, LakeWinniMom said:

Is there still a corkage fee if I open in my own room?

 

No there is not.

 

I would recommend bringing your own bottle opener as I have heard mixed experiences about obtaining one from your room steward or room service once on board.

[simplelife]

On 1/24/2023 at 2:46 PM, LakeWinniMom said:

Is there still a corkage fee if I open in my own room?

Some lines charge a corkage fee for any bottle brought aboard. Carnival does not - wine you consume in your own cabin does not incur a fee Officially they charge the fee if you drink it in the MDR, other restaurant, or other public area.  Realistically, I have never paid a fee; I pour a glass in my cabin and carry it with me into the MDR or other venue.  Two tips: 1.You can ask forvwine glasses at any bar. 2. Bring a travel corkscrew - if you call room service to open it for you, they expect a tip, and they may take a while to get there.