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How Much Do Drinks Cost on Cruise Ships? Menus and Comparisons

If you’re taking a cruise you may be wondering how much drinks cost on average onboard.

There are a number of factors that affect the prices of drinks and which drinks are included in the cruise fare, the biggest of these being the cruise line that you cruise with.

That said, most cruise lines have drinks prices that are similar to each other.

How Much Do Drinks Cost on a Cruise Ship?

On a cruise, a beer will usually cost around $7, a glass of wine $10, a cocktail $10, a soda $3, and a speciality coffee $4.

Drinks prices vary between cruise lines and gratuities (tips) may be added on top of the menu price as standard. 

Below are examples from some of the largest cruise lines

Cruise lines alter their drinks prices regularly, so the above table is meant to be a guide only.

As you can see the prices do vary although not very dramatically.

On some cruise lines like MSC and Costa, you’ll find the prices on the menus in Euros. (€)

With British cruiselines like Fred Olsen and P&O Cruises, you’ll find that the menu is in Pound Sterling. (£) .

With the majority of cruise lines, you’ll find the prices in US Dollars, ($) even if the cruise isn’t sailing out of the US.

Gratuities Are Often Added On To The Price

It’s important to remember that gratuities may be added to the prices of the drinks on the Menus.

This is a very common practice and is added by most of the American Cruise lines. British Cruiselines like P&O don’t do this.

The gratuity automatically added to drinks is usually around 15% of the price listed on the menu. 

The gratuities go towards the tips for the staff and are designed so that passengers don’t have to tip in cash. That said, many people still prefer to tip in cash.

Gratuities that are automatically added to the price of drinks cannot be removed.

When i sailed on Celebrity Edge a can of Coke cost around $5. (The cost of the Coke was $4, and then they added a 20% charge for leaning into the cooler and giving it to you!)

Find out about that Amazing – but costly cruise here:

On a lot of cruise lines, you’ll also find that a daily gratuity is added to your cabin account per person per night.

This is usually upwards from $15 per person per night and goes towards paying housekeeping, waiters, bartenders, and various other behind-the-scenes roles such as the laundry.

It is usually possible to remove this but I would strongly encourage against it as many crew members rely on this source of income.

On many British Cruiselines like P&O and Marella gratuities are included in the cruise fare. If you book an MSC cruise from the UK, this is also the case.

I recently took a trip on MSC’s newest and biggest ship, World Europa. Find out what I thought of her here:

To learn more about gratuities, including how they also affect drinks and spa treatments, check out this post so that you don’t have any nasty surprises on your cruise:

Cruise Gratuities: A Simple Step by Step Guide For First Time Cruisers

The below gratuities are added to all drinks. The prices on the menus don’t include gratuities.

Drinks Package or Pay as You Go

There are two ways that you can pay for drinks on a cruise. You can either pay as you go, like you would on land or buy a drinks package.

A drinks package usually allows you to have an ‘unlimited’ amount of certain drinks although there are a few different types of drinks packages available. The most comment types are:

Soda Packages

A soda package usually provides unlimited fountain Soda, cans may cost extra. Not all cruise lines offer this package which I find annoying as it’s always my go-to.

If you’re not a big drinker of alcohol getting a soda package and buying the odd alcoholic drink on top can work out to be much better value.

How Much Do Soda Packages Cost On A Cruise?

Package costs.

Cruise ships offer several drinks packages, with different drinks included. Typically, you will be able to choose a :

• Soda package
• Soft drinks package
• Classic drinks package
• Premium/Deluxe Drinks package

A soda-only package on Royal Caribbean costs £13.95/$17.50 a day. A Deluxe drinks package costs around £83/$105 .

On Norwegian Cruise Line, a soda-only package is around £8/$10 and a Premium drinks package is £108/$138 – that can add up to a lot of money very quickly!

A soda package onboard the British Cruiseline P&O costs around £10/$12.50. The Deluxe drinks package onboard is a far more reasonable but still expensive £50/$63 a day.

Cruise Lines change prices and offer discounts regularly, so the above amounts – although correct at the time of writing – will only offer a guide.

Soft Drinks Packages

Almost all cruise lines will have some form of soft drinks package. This will usually include soda, speciality juices, teas, coffees, and sometimes mocktails.

If you don’t drink alcohol a soft drinks package can be a great option. I go for this when a soda package isn’t available and it is very nice to be able to try all of the mocktails on the menu.

Some soft drinks packages will also include things like milkshakes.

How Much Does a Soft Drinks Package Cost on a Cruise?

The price of soft drinks packages varies dramatically because each cruise line includes different drinks in the package.

The average cost of a soft drinks package with a mainstream cruise line in $23 with prices varying from around $16 to $38 per person per day.

Alcohol Packages

Alcohol packages vary dramatically and what is included varies too.

On most cruise lines you’ll find that there are different ‘levels’ of alcohol packages. This may be called something like a ‘basic’ and ‘premium’ package.

Alcohol packages usually have limitations and one of these may be that you can only order drinks up to a certain value.

To find out more about whether it is worth buying a drink package, read this article next:

Drinks Packages Aren’t Worth it For Me – Here’s How I Decide (Price Lists & More)

How Much Does an Alcoholic Drinks Package Cost on a Cruise?

The price of alcoholic packages varies dramatically and there are usually different packages available within each cruise line.

All-inclusive alcohol package ranging from around $62 with P&O to $138 with Norwegian Cruise Line .

There are many cheaper options than these alcoholic packages, and they are not right for everybody. 

There may be multiple tiers between the soft drinks prices mentioned above the alcohol prices mentioned below. It’s very important to do your research into the specific cruise line.

Other Types of Drink Packages

There are other types of drinks packages available on cruises but these vary by the cruise line.

On some, you can buy beer or wine-specific packages and are able to buy a certain amount of drinks for a certain price.

For example, you may be able to buy ten bottles of wine for a reduced price.

Terms and Conditions

There are usually some terms and conditions placed on drinks packages:

• There may be a limit on the number of drinks you can have in 24 hours.
• You may be only to order on drink at a time, with limits set on how often you can order them.
• There may be a price limit on the drinks that are included.
• If one guest buys the package all others in the stateroom may have to.
• Drinks packages cannot be shared.
• The majority of drinks packages exclude bottled water.

You Can’t Share a Drinks Package on a Cruise – Here’s Why

How do you book drinks packages on a cruise?

Most drink packages can be bought online before the cruise.

It’s often cheaper to do this if you can. Most cruise lines will have an online portal that you can log into after you’ve booked the cruise, this is where you can look for things like drinks and excursions.

If you are unable to buy before the cruise this isn’t a problem, there will be plenty of people onboard trying to sell you a drinks package when you embark.

* Virgin Voyages and Disney cruiselines don’t sell drinks packages. All drinks are paid for individually, as you would at a bar on land.

How to Pay For Drinks on a Cruise

Cruise ships are completely cashless societies. You cannot buy a drink on a cruise using cash.

All drinks bought will be added to your cruise account via you card, which is given to you at check-in.

This is linked to your credit/debit card and you’ll be charged after the cruise for everything that you’ve spent. This makes spending money INCREDIBLY easy but it’s very important to remember that you’re still spending money!

To learn more about why you can’t use cash on a cruise, check out this post: 

Cruise Ships Are Cashless Societies, Here’s Why

Find Free Drinks on a Cruise

There are several places where you can find free drinks on a cruise if you know where to look. Good places to look are:

• Welcome parties
• Meetups (Cruise Critic, groups, etc)
• Loyalty status meetups
• Product seminars (For example in the spa)
• Art auctions

It’s important to remember that although you can buy tea and coffee in the bars onboard at an extra charge, there is free tea and coffee available in the buffet on most cruise ships. Some cruise lines will even provide tea and coffee-making facilities in their cabins.

To learn more about which expenses you can avoid paying for on a cruise, check out this video:

Bringing on Your Own Drinks

On some cruise lines, it is possible to bring your own drinks onboard at embarkation.

The majority of cruise lines do charge a ‘Corkage Fee’ if you want to drink in the bars or restaurants onboard.

This isn’t anything to do with the actual corking on the drink so you can’t get around it by corking it yourself!

Norwegian Cruise Line charges a “Corkage Fee” as soon as you bring a bottle onboard, regardless of whether you drink it in a restaurant, or in your own cabin.

Which cruise lines have a ‘corkage fee’?

• Azamara – YES
• Carnival – YES
• Cunard – YES
• Celebrity – YES
• Disney – YES
• Fred Olsen – NO
• Holland America – YES
• Hurtigruten – NO
• Marella Cruises – NO
• MSC – NO
• Norwegian Cruise Line – YES
• P&O Cruises – YES
• Princess Cruises – YES
• Royal Caribbean – YES
• Viking – NO

Click on the links above to learn more about the specific cruise line policies in regard to bringing alcohol on board.

It’s also worth noting that some cruise lines will let you bring on drinks in ports other than the embarkation port.

If a cruise line does this can be a great way to buy a cheap bottle of wine in port, come back to the ship, and enjoy it on your balcony.

Menu Examples

Below you’ll find menu examples from many of the biggest cruise lines showing the drinks available.

Cruise Lines change prices and offer discounts on drinks packages regularly. The costs shown below will only offer a guide only

To learn more about Costa Cruises drinks and to learn why I always recommend you buy a Costa cruises drinks package, check out this post: Costa Cruises, Drinks Package Guide

(Costa are the only cruise line where I think everybody should book a package)

For more Cunard menus check out the full post here: Cunard Drinks Package Guide and Menu With Drink Prices

To learn more about MSC’s drinks check out this drinks package guide: MSC Drinks Packages: Prices, Menus & Offers

P&O Cruises:

Before You Go

On the British cruise line Marella, drinks are included within the cruise fare. Find out exactly what you will get for your money here:

Marella Cruises All Inclusive Drinks List (and Menus)

Many river cruises include drinks with meals when you sail with them. Find out about the value river cruise I took with Tui here:

TUI River Cruise Review – Ship, Cabins, Food, Entertainment & More

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Craft Beer Cruise Experiences With Celebrity Cruises

Last updated: October 18th, 2023

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The popularity of craft beer has trended up in recent years. That’s why you’ll find interesting craft beers on our menus and beer-centric excursions at several port destinations.

Sample a new pale ale, lager, or creamy stout during your next Celebrity Cruises vacation, where there are ample opportunities to savor a premium craft beer cruise experience.

Craft Social

On some of our ships, you’ll be able to order your favorite craft beers at Craft Social , a modern gastropub that offers up to 40 different types of specialty beers on board.

You’ll find brews from Belgium, England, Canada, and several American varieties, too. Other drink options include a selection of wines on tap and handcrafted cocktails.

While enjoying your craft beer, order off the gourmet bar food menu, which includes truffle fries, beer-battered fish and chips, and Kobe-style beef sliders.

Watch: Eden on Celebrity Edge

On Celebrity Apex and Edge, head to Eden, a sensory culinary and bar experience like no other. Sip on craft beers and handcrafted cocktails while enjoying the stunning view of the ocean in the background.

The Retreat Lounge

Retreat Lounge

Guests of The Retreat can enjoy complimentary drinks and beers at The Retreat Lounge on Edge, Apex, and revolutionized ships.

Meanwhile, guests cruising on non-revolutionized ships can visit Michael’s Club, which also offers a selection of complimentary craft beers and cocktails for guests of The Retreat.

Beverage Packages

The best way to enjoy a variety of drinks and craft beers during your time onboard is by purchasing a Celebrity Cruises beverage package .

Your premium beverage package can be used to order drinks and cocktails in the Main Restaurant, specialty restaurants, and all bars and lounges.

Craft Beer Cruise Excursions

Aside from discovering new craft beers onboard, you can explore local breweries on beer-centric shore excursions .

Craft Beer Excursions in Alaska

Craft beers in Alaska

On Alaska cruises , you’ll have plenty of options to try local pilsners and lagers.

Head to the Alaskan Brewing Company in Juneau, where they specialize in limited-edition brews featuring tropical fruit touches and creamy vanilla flavors.

In Skagway , there’s the Gold Rush Brewery, where you can enjoy a cold one while admiring the dramatic Alaskan wilderness in the background.

Visit the Anchorage Brewing Company after walking around the city, where you can sample beers in tasting rooms, schedule a tour of the facilities, and have an expert brewer teach you all about the process of how their different beers are made.

Craft Beer Excursions in New Zealand

Microbrewery in New Zealand

New Zealand’s capital, Wellington , is full of culinary adventures. Stop in one of the city’s popular pubs for brunch and a beer. Next, visit one of the country’s first craft breweries and learn all about the beer-making process before finishing off your tour with a sampling of a variety of brews.

Read: Things to Do in Wellington, New Zealand

Speight’s Brewery in Dunedin, New Zealand

In Dunedin, smell fresh hops and malts during a trip to Speight’s Brewery, which offers a variety of guided tours and tastings of New Zealand’s Pride of the South ale.

Craft Beer Excursions in Europe

See the sights in the beautiful city of Bruges, Belgium before entering a local cafe for a beer-tasting seminar. Learn all about the country’s signature fruity brews and sample a few local mugs while taking notes.

Read: Things to Do in Bruges

In Dublin, Ireland, visit the famous Guinness Storehouse, home of the signature Irish dark ale, or embark on a tour to nearby Kilkenny City and go to Smithwick’s, which has been brewing fine ales since the 1700s.

Berlin, Germany

No trip to Germany is complete until you enjoy an ice-cold pitcher of German beer. During a cruise to Warnemunde , sign up for an excursion that takes you to Stralsund, where you’ll visit one of the picturesque town’s famous breweries and enjoy a delicious beer tasting.

Or head to the city of Rostock, where you can visit a local microbrewery and enjoy a pint with a traditional German pretzel.

Craft Beer Excursions in Central America

Visit a local open-air brewery in the gorgeous colonial town of Antigua in Guatemala, where a master brewer will teach you the basics of beer tasting and how to differentiate between different types of beers. Soak in the beautiful view of the UNESCO World Heritage City during your excursion.

Copenhagen, Denmark

Start planning your next craft beer cruise vacation today. Explore our different beverage packages and start planning which beer-themed shore excursions you want to sign up for. To book your craft beer cruise, visit Celebrity Cruises , call one of our vacation specialists, or speak with your local travel agent.

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How much for a pint? Cruise Line Drink Prices Compared

Wondering how much to budget for the bar on your next cruise?  Prices for beer , wine, and spirits vary wildly, but we put together some data to make comparing alcohol prices at sea a bit easier.  Keep in mind, cruise lines adjust pricing frequently. The same drink on the same cruise line can be priced differently between ships or even different sailings on the same ship.  Where we’ve found multiple prices for the same drink on the same line, we’ve listed the highest price we’ve found so far.

There are so many different types of beers, wines, and spirits that, for now, we’re going to stick to one beer and one vodka priced across a number of lines.  While you can use these as proxies for each line's alcohol prices, know that there will be some outliers.

How Much is a Beer on a Cruise Ship?

Below are the most up-to-date prices we found for a 16 oz bottle of Budweiser.

*the latest prices we could find for Cunard showed they served 330 milliliter bottles (approximately 11 oz), so we adjusted the price to reflect the cost of 16 oz

Thoughts on Beer Prices

For those looking for a cheap beer at sea, MSC not only has the lowest price on this list, but they also offer drafts (usually Heineken) for as low as $3!  That's not the only way to save though. Disney Cruise Line (DCL) has long offered a " beer mug" deal where you purchase a rather sturdy souvenir DCL mug and then pay the same menu price to fill it, but you get a 21 oz pour instead of 16 oz.

How Much is Liquor on a Cruise Ship?

Below are the most up-to-date prices we found for a serving of Absolut vodka.  As best as we can gather, these are all for 1.5 oz pours.

Thoughts on Liquor Prices

We noticed that liquor is a tricky thing to gauge prices on. More than beer , the prices vary between lines.  For example, a pour of Grey Goose at $12 on Royal Caribbean is $11 on Holland America.  A pour of Laphroaig 10 on Royal Caribbean costs $13 compared to $8.50 on Holland America.  We're continuing to collect data and hope to publish additional comparisons to this page as we spot them.

Mixed Drink Prices

We didn’t compare any mixed drink prices for several reasons.  Even if you find a drink that is commonly found on menus (say, a screwdriver, or a rum and coke), it often isn’t clear what brand of spirit you’ll get in that drink.  Further, the pour amounts in a mixed drink may be different than a drink ordered straight up or neat. This in mind, on most lines you can expect that a drink with more than three ingredients and a pretty garnish will run you upwards of $10. If you’re in a specialty bar where mixology is the focus (such as Eden on Celebrity Edge , or the Alchemy Bar on a Carnival ship), you’ll find signature cocktails to be a as high as $18.

Cruise Line Drink Packages

Many cruise lines push drink packages harder than ever, which may incentivize them to increase the prices of each drink. The more guests who purchase drink packages , the more onboard revenue.  It’s important when considering a drink package to think of non-alcoholic beverages that may be included as well, such as fresh-squeezed juices and specialty coffee drinks. Also critical to consider is how much your go-to drink costs. The value proposition is quite different for a cruiser enjoying $12 Glenmorangie and one sticking to $6 domestic beers.   In this post , we dive much deeper into drink packages and help you decide the best choice for you.

Cruise Ship Bar Menus

We’ve got a small but rapidly growing section of menus and daily programs for several cruise lines .  In addition, you can find menus for Royal Caribbean bars and restaurants at Royal Caribbean Blog .  Further, EatSleepCruise.com has photos of a number of specialty bar menus from ships on various cruise lines.

How have you found drink prices to vary from line to line?  Comment below, or reach out on Facebook or Twitter .  If you have menus you'd like to share, please contact us !

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• The Cost of Drinking on a Cruise

The all-inclusive nature of a cruise vacation is perhaps its biggest attraction – inclusive of accommodations, food and many activities for a single price whilst cruising to far-off exotic destinations. It’s the perfect hassle-free vacation style for many people who crave the easy life and no-nonsense trip planning. The only thing missing is the free booze. Those endless poolside piña coladas can soon add up. Cruises undoubtedly offer superb value for money, but a few drinks each day can seriously blow your planned vacation budget out of the water. If you have a taste for beer, wine or hard liquor you could effectively see that ultra-cheap short cruises almost double in price. There is no getting away from the fact that shipboard drinks are expensive, even before gratuities are factored in. From $8 beers to $15 cocktails, drinking on a cruise can easily rack up an onboard bill of hundreds of dollars.   

Sure you can abstain, but where is the fun in that? You can still enjoy your guilty pleasures without the worry of a huge bar tab with a little creative planning. Check out our insightful tips to make your dollars go that much further with drinks on cruises, and the all-important question of whether a prepaid drinks package or a-la-carte pricing is best for you.

Are there any free drinks on cruises?

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Tea, coffee, tap water and non-carbonated drinks are often free for all passengers throughout the cruise in certain areas of the ship, but alas, you’ll have to shell out cash for your favourite alcoholic drinks on cruises. However, there are a few creative ways to score free drinks. If you can sit through the art auction, you can happily sip free wine or score free drinks (and nibbles) on cruises at the captain's cocktail party, which is usually open to all passengers on or before formal night. 

Perhaps the best way to drink for free is to show your loyalty. Once you have taken a cruise with a line, you will be enrolled in their loyalty program, which unlocks a whole range of opportunities for free or cheaper boozing, depending on your tier status. This could entail invites to welcome-back parties and other social events with free drinks, or discount coupons for half-price drinking on a cruise.

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The simple answer is almost always no. However, that doesn’t deter hundreds of cruisers every year from trying to sneak bottles of scotch, rum and vodka aboard in a variety of creative ways. A quick browse of YouTube will find dozens of videos promising success with their sneaky booze smuggling hacks, but the simple fact is the cruise lines are aware of every trick out there. The penalty for getting caught? First up the embarrassment factor of being treated like a naughty school child is perhaps not the best way to kick off a cruise vacation. The illicit bottles will be confiscated until the end of the cruise and quite possibly you may never get them back. In the worst case scenario, there is even the threat of getting kicked off the ship which is perhaps unlikely, but worth keeping in mind before you hatch your smuggling plan.

There are some exceptions to the no-booze in bags rule. For many people, a cruise trip is a special occasion – perhaps an anniversary, birthday or even a honeymoon. A bottle of wine or Champagne is permitted on some lines to toast the occasion, although you may be liable for the corkage fee if imbibing in one of the shipboard restaurants. Bringing your own bottled water, soda and juice is allowed on some cruise lines although quite strict limits are set.

Alcohol Polices for Cruise Lines

It sounds pretty enticing. Pay once prior to sailing and enjoy unlimited booze for the duration of your cruise. It’s easy to see the appeal of an ‘all you can drink’ package - no more worrying about running up a huge bar tab. Simply head to the bar, order what you like and enjoy. If you like a tipple, surely it’s a no-brainer. But not so fast… Not all prepaid drinks packages are made equal and each one has its own restrictions. Is an inclusive alcoholic beverages package right for you? That depends. Firstly, let’s look at the cost. They run for $50-60 per person per day (plus service charge), which means you will need to down quite a few drinks a day to make it worthwhile financially. Based on $10 cocktails, you would need to drink at least 6 each day. You’ll need to do the math to work out whether unlimited drinks on cruises offer any cost benefits, or check out one of the online drinks package calculators . Also factor in port of call days. You are required to buy the beverage package for every day of your cruise but you will likely not make full use of it with a full-day excursion on shore.

There are also a number of other restrictions to bear in mind before diving in and booking that booze-inclusive package. Most drinks packages have a unit cost upper limit of $12-$15 per drink, depending on the cruise line’s policy. If your favorite tipple is a more expensive premium single malt Scotch, you will have to pay the difference in price. Although wine by the glass is covered, whole bottles of wine are not, but there are sizable discounts offered for wine bottle purchases (up to 40%). Some lines also offer dedicated wine packages. 

What about teetotaler cruisers and kids? There is a range of prepaid packages for you too. In fact there are even more non-alcoholic options available on most cruise lines, including Carnival Cruise Line’s ‘Bottomless Bubbles,’ Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line.  It starts with the soda package which is self-explanatory. You get unlimited refills at the soda fountain starting at under $10 a day depending on the line, and often involve a discount rate for kids. Regular and premium non-alcoholic drinks packages invariably bundles iced tea, fresh juices, specialty coffees, and mocktails for around $20 a day.  Other beverage packages include coffee-only and bottled water only options. 

If you decide to opt for one of the inclusive beverage packages, plan ahead and book it in advance to snag a discount. Most lines offer cheaper rates if booked in advance which can save you 10%-30%. From time to time, cruise lines roll out great cruise vacation deals which bundle a cheap base cruise fare with one or more added perks. Oftentimes this includes a free drinks package, or onboard credit.  A well-timed booking could you save a ton of money .

Beverage packages are not compulsory but there are very distinct rules governing what you can and cannot do with them. There is the obvious temptation to pay for one package and surreptitiously share it with your cruisemates. This is forbidden by virtually all lines, which mandates that if one person orders an alcoholic inclusive beverage package, every adult above drinking age in the same stateroom must also. This combats sneaky sharers but also makes it less attractive if your significant other is either a teetotaler or just a light drinker.

Another significant drawback for some cruisers is that drinks packages have to be purchased for the entirety of the cruise. So, consider this scenario: you have a big blowout on the first night and wish to take it easy the following day to nurse a hangover, so you are unlikely to get the cost benefit. Occasional drinkers are usually better off ordering a la carte.  

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Cruise Lines Beverage Package Cost

Only the ultra-luxury cruise lines offer a true all-inclusive product which means no bloated bar tab to pay off on checkout. Simply order what you want and enjoy. These lines, which include Regent Seven Seas, Seabourn, Silversea and Crystal Cruises, include gratuities and all alcoholic and soft drinks in the cruise fare, including Champagne, so overall, it’s a more civilized, hassle-free and transparent way to cruise – for a price. Obviously, you are not selecting a cruise on a high-end line simply to avoid high drinks prices. It’s not just mainstream label drinks included; you also get high-end whiskies and premium wine vintages.  

Premium lines like Azamara Club Cruises adopt a slightly different drinks policy with standard spirits, international beers, and a small selection of wines included in the cruise fare. There is the option to upgrade to a premium beverage package offering high-end liquors, Scotch and Champagne by the glass. There is also a Wine Connoisseur Package. On Oceania Cruises you get complimentary still and sparkling water, soft drinks, specialty coffees and teas with a choice of two alcoholic drinks packages. Enjoy unlimited drinks during lunch and dinner or at any time throughout the day.

• Drinking responsibly:  You’re on vacation, the sun is shining and you’re cruising leisurely to an exotic location. What’s not to love about cruising? You’re in vacation mode with a celebratory mood so the drinks are flowing more than usual. However you don’t want to go overboard – figuratively and literally. There is the ever-present risk of drinking to excess with a prepaid beverage package. You’ve paid upfront and now you can relax without having to worry about the cost. Sure, you want to get your money’s worth but too many booze-filled late nights can severely hamper the overall cruise experience. There is nothing worse than fighting off a raging hangover during an eagerly awaited shore excursion.  While you may come across the occasional group of boisterous boozers in a bar, the cruising fraternity is generally laid back and responsible enough to realize when enough is enough. 
• Drinking on a budget:  You’ve decided an alcoholic drinks package is not for you but there are still dollars to be saved with a well-planned drinking strategy. Savvy cruisers like a tipple but know just how to get more bang for their buck. Rule #1 is to look out for the various happy hours in your ship’s bars. Generally speaking, there will likely be pre- and post-dinner drinks deals, from around 5-6pm and then again from 10pm-midnight. They could range from half-price on the first drink, BOGO specials or any number of other incentives. Check out the daily newsletter for advertised happy hours, although sometimes other ad-hoc cheap deals may only be advertised in the bar itself.  Liquor tastings take place on most cruises offering freebies (or heavily discounted drinks) or join a cocktail-making class for a fee and once you’ve made your cocktail masterpieces, you get to drink them, which works out at half-price or less per glass compared to normal bar service. 
•  Drinking age: The minimum age limit for drinking alcohol is 21 departing a cruise from a US port, however guests aged 18 to 20 may drink provided a parent or guardian (who must be aboard the ship) signs a declaration form giving permission. In this instance, under 21s may drink only when the ship is in international waters. So for cruise ships sailing in Hawaii or Alaska the age limit is strictly 21.  

The various policies and restrictions to the different drinks packages can mystify even the most experienced cruisers. In short, there is no simple one-stop solution for all, so it takes careful planning and the ability to accurately calculate your expected budget for drinks. Whether a la carte or an all-in drinks package, you have plentiful options. It’s important to note that you are on vacation, and worrying too much over every dime will detract from the overall mood. Go ahead and do the math, plan your strategy, but be spontaneous too. Sometimes it’s good to just go with the flow.  We have highlighted just a few ways to save on the cost of drinks but there are many other creative ways to keep your costs down – check back for a dedicated article on the best hacks to get cheap drinks on cruises .

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Cruise drink packages: A line-by-line guide

It's easy to run up a monster bill ordering wine, beer and mixed drinks by the glass on a cruise ship. The cost of alcoholic drinks on cruise vessels — particularly cocktails — can be pricey. But for those who regularly order several alcoholic drinks a day when cruising, there's a way to save: a flat-fee drink package.

Nearly all the major mass-market cruise lines offer flat-fee drink packages that, in some cases, can save you money when cruising. The exceptions are Disney Cruise Line and Virgin Voyages , though both offer alternative ways to save on beverage purchases.

What's included in a cruise ship drink package, and how do they work? And, perhaps more to the point, how much do cruise drink packages cost? Read on for the answers in this ultimate guide to cruise drink packages.

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For a line-by-line guide to drink package costs, inclusions, limitations and fine print, scroll to the second half of the guide.

What is a drink package on a cruise ship?

Cruise ship drink packages let you order as many drinks as you want while on a cruise for one flat fee. This takes the place of paying for drinks one at a time.

At some lines, there are several tiers of drink packages. Basic tiers often include just sodas and bottled water. More elaborate (and expensive) tiers will add alcoholic and nonalcoholic cocktails, wine, beer and specialty coffee drinks. In some cases, there will be more than one tier of such all-encompassing plans.

Some lines also offer coffee cards that let you get a fixed number of fancy coffee drinks at a shipboard coffee bar for a discounted price. Some also offer wine-specific packages.

How much do alcoholic drink packages cost on cruise ships?

The cost of cruise ship drink packages varies widely by line. At several of the biggest cruise brands, including Carnival Cruise Line and Holland America , the main drink packages that include all types of drinks cost about $60 per person per day. Other brands, such as Norwegian Cruise Line , charge as much as $138 per person per day for a top-tier package.

Drink packages that don't include alcoholic drinks, such as soda packages, typically cost far less. Soda packages often are under $10 per person per day. Note that some cruise lines discount drink packages if you buy them online in advance of sailing, and others offer periodic sales on their drink packages online.

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Can you buy drinks on a cruise without a drink package?

Yes. All major cruise lines will let you buy drinks on an a la carte basis when cruising. You don't need a drink package to be able to drink alcoholic beverages or any other type of beverage on a ship.

Can you share a drink package on a cruise ship?

In many cases, no. Several of the biggest cruise lines, including Carnival, Holland America and MSC Cruises, have a rule that if one adult in a cabin orders a drink package, all adults in the cabin must order the package. This is to prevent two or more people in a cabin from sharing a single drink package.

Two lines that notably don't have such a rule are Princess Cruises and Windstar Cruises . Technically, you are not supposed to use your package to buy drinks for other people.

Are drink packages on cruise ships really unlimited?

It depends. Some cruise lines, such as Carnival, limit the number of alcoholic drinks that any one person can order using a drink package to 15 in a day. That is, of course, an enormous number — more than most people will ever want to order.

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Where can you use a cruise ship drink package?

Cruise ship drink packages generally are honored anywhere you can order a drink on a ship — think bars, lounges and eateries. However, you usually can't use them when ordering room service. They also generally don't apply to drinks taken out of cabin minibars. Be sure to check the fine print in your particular line's drink package before placing an order for a drink to your room.

Some cruise lines also let you use your packages when visiting their private islands .

A line-by-line guide to cruise drink packages

Below is a line-by-line look at available drink packages at the major lines that offer them. Note that the pricing listed is per person per day. In cases where a line offers more than one drink package, we've highlighted the most inclusive package in detail while also noting other packages cruisers can consider.

Carnival Cruise Line drink package

Package name: Cheers! Beverage Program

Cost per day: $64.95 when purchased on board, not including an 18% automatic gratuity charge; $59.95 plus the gratuity charge when purchased in advance of sailing

Available on: All ships except those sailing in Europe or Australia

What it includes: Beer, wine by the glass, mixed drinks, specialty cocktails, soda, juices, nonalcoholic cocktails, energy drinks, specialty coffees, teas and most bottled water. The package also features a 25% discount on wine bottle purchases.

Limitations related to drink cost: Cannot be used for drinks priced over $20

Fine print: More expensive drinks are available at a 25% discount. If one adult in a cabin purchases the package, all adults in the same cabin also must purchase it. There's a limit of 15 alcoholic drinks per person in a 24-hour period.

Celebrity Cruises drink package

Package name: Premium Drink Package

Cost per day: $109, not including a 20% automatic gratuity charge, for passengers who have purchased a cruise-only rate. Passengers staying in the premium Retreat areas on Celebrity ships receive the Premium Drink Package for free.

Available on: All ships except those in the Galapagos (where drinks are included in the fare)

What it includes: A large selection of beers including craft beers, wine by the glass, mixed drinks, specialty cocktails, Coca-Cola products, juices, nonalcoholic cocktails, energy drinks, specialty coffees, teas and premium bottled water. The package also offers a 20% discount on wine bottle purchases.

Limitations related to drink cost: Cannot be used for drinks priced over $17

Other packages: Celebrity also offers a less inclusive "classic" drink package that is included in the fare for its sailings if you choose the All Included fare (rather than the cruise-only fare). When purchased separately, it costs $89 per person per day, not including a 20% automatic gratuity charge.

Fine print: Packages do not include drinks from in-room minibars. Drinks ordered through room service also aren't included.

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Holland America drink package

Package name: Elite Beverage Package

Cost per day: $59.99, not including an 18% gratuity charge

Available on: All ships

What it includes: Beer, wine by the glass, mixed drinks, specialty cocktails, soda, juices, nonalcoholic cocktails, energy drinks, specialty coffees, teas and bottled water

Limitations related to drink cost: Cannot be used for drinks priced over $15

Other packages: The slightly less expensive Signature Beverage Package only includes drinks costing up to $11. It costs $54.95 per day. In addition, the line offers a nonalcoholic drink package called Quench that brings unlimited bottled water, juices, specialty coffees, Coke products and mocktails. It costs $17.95 per day. There's also a Coca-Cola Products package available that covers purchases of Coke products on ships for $8 per day.

Fine print: If one adult in a cabin purchases a package, all adults in the same cabin also must purchase it. Packages do not include drinks from in-room minibars or ordered through room service. The package is not valid on Holland America's private island, Half Moon Cay, or for minibar charges.

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MSC Cruises drink package

Package name: Premium Extra Package

Cost per day: $85 for sailings of seven nights or more if booked in advance; $100 if booked on board. Pricing is $88 and $104, respectively, for sailings of six or fewer nights.

What it includes: Drinks by the glass including draft, craft and bottled beer; a selection of wine and Champagne by the glass; premium-brand spirits, liqueurs and cordials; a variety of frozen and classic cocktails; soda; juices; nonalcoholic cocktails; energy drinks; hot chocolate drinks; specialty coffees; teas; and bottled water. The package also offers a 25% discount on wine and Champagne bottle purchases.

Limitations related to drink cost: Cannot be used for drinks priced over $16

Other packages: A less expensive Easy Plus package is available that only includes drinks priced up to $10. It costs $61 per day for sailings of seven nights or longer when booked in advance ($72 when booked on board). Easy Plus package pricing for shorter sailings is $64 per day ($76 when booked on board).

An even cheaper Easy package is available. It only includes a limited number of drinks and is not valid in extra-charge specialty restaurants. It costs $46 to $60 per day, depending on when it's booked and the length of the sailing.

MSC Cruises does not add service charges to drink package purchases, in contrast to the policy at most lines.

Fine print: If one person in a cabin purchases a package, all people in the same cabin or traveling group also must purchase a package (children in cabins will be charged for a less expensive, nonalcoholic package). Packages are not available on sailings shorter than three nights, with the exception of South America sailings. Note that the package is valid on Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve , MSC Cruises' private island in the Bahamas.

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Norwegian Cruise Line drink package

Package name: Premium Plus Beverage Package

Cost per day: $138, not including a 20% gratuity charge

Available on: All ships except Pride of America

What it includes: All beverages by the glass (top-shelf spirits, cocktails, beer and wine) and select premium bottles of Champagne and wine. Also includes unlimited Starbucks coffee and specialty drinks, bottled water, soda, juices and energy drinks. There's a 40% discount on other bottles of wine as well.

Limitations related to drink cost: None

Other packages: Norwegian has one less inclusive, less expensive alcoholic beverage package. The Unlimited Open Bar Beverage Package, priced at $109 per day, adds spirits and cocktails priced up to $15. This is the drink package that many travelers get comped as part of Norwegian's Free at Sea promotion (though you still have to pay 20% of the package price for gratuities). In addition, the Hawaii -based Pride of America has a single drink package that costs $109 per day.

Fine print: If one passenger in a cabin purchases a package, everyone in the same cabin as well as other cabins tied to the same method of payment must purchase the package, too. Children are charged for a less expensive, nonalcoholic package. Packages do not include drinks from in-room minibars or ordered through room service. Beverage packages can be used on Norwegian's private island in the Bahamas, Great Stirrup Cay.

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Oceania Cruises drink package

Package name: Prestige Select Beverage Package

Cost per day: $30, including gratuities

What it includes: Under Oceania's relatively new "simply MORE" value promise, all passengers receive a House Select beverage package for free with their booking that lets passengers order Champagne, wine and beer with lunch and dinner at onboard restaurants. For $30 more, passengers can then upgrade to the Prestige Select package that allows for ordering beer, wine by the glass, mixed drinks and cocktails at any time. Soda, bottled water and specialty coffees already are included in the fare on Oceania sailings. The Prestige Select package also comes with a 20% discount to wine-pairing dinners on Oceania's Marina and Riviera.

Other packages: As noted above, a House Select package — which covers Champagne, wine and beer with lunch and dinner at onboard restaurants — is included in the fare when booking an Oceania cruise as part of the line's relatively new "simply MORE" program.

Fine print: None

Princess Cruises drink package

Package name: Premier Beverage Package

Cost per day: $84.99, not including an 18% gratuity charge (Princess calls these "crew appreciation" charges). On Australia cruises, the package costs 140 Australian dollars (about $89) per day. There is no gratuity charge on the Australian package.

What it includes: Beer, wine by the glass, mixed drinks, specialty cocktails, soda including canned soda, juices including juice bar offerings, nonalcoholic cocktails, energy drinks, smoothies, milkshakes, specialty coffees, teas and bottled water. The package also brings a 25% discount on wine bottle purchases.

Limitations related to drink cost: Drinks that cost $20 or under are included. Passengers who order drinks that cost more than $20 must pay the difference between the purchase price and $20. For packages on Australia sailings, the cost cutoff is 30 Australian dollars.

Other packages: Princess also offers a less pricey Plus Beverage package that can be used for drinks priced up to $15 (20 Australian dollars on Australian sailings). It's priced at $64.99 (110 Australian dollars on Australian sailings).

Fine print: There's a limit of 15 alcoholic drinks per day.

Royal Caribbean drink package

Package name: Deluxe Beverage Package

Cost per day: $56 to $105, not including an 18% gratuity charge (pricing varies by ship and itinerary)

Available on: All Royal Caribbean ships

What it includes: Beer, wine by the glass, spirits, mixed drinks, cocktails, soda, juices, nonalcoholic cocktails, energy drinks, specialty coffees, teas and premium bottled water. The package also offers a 40% discount on wine bottle purchases for bottles priced up to $100. More expensive bottles come with a 20% discount.

Limitations related to drink cost: Cannot be used for drinks priced over $14

Fine print: If one adult of legal drinking age in a cabin or traveling under the same booking number purchases a package, all adults of legal drinking age in the same cabin also must purchase it. Packages do not include drinks from in-room minibars or those ordered through room service. Drinks served in souvenir glassware, specialty beers and beverages served inside licensed Starbucks stores on ships are not covered by the package. Beverage packages can be used on Royal Caribbean's private islands, Perfect Day at Coco Cay and Labadee .

Viking drink package

Package name: Silver Spirits Beverage Package

Cost per day: $25, including gratuities

Available on: All ships, including river and expedition ships

What it includes: Beer, wine by the glass, mixed drinks and cocktails priced at up to $18. Soda, beer and house wines by the glass ordered at lunch and dinner are already included in the fare at Viking; so are specialty coffees and teas at all hours. The package also brings a 15% discount on wine bottles and premium beverages costing more than $15 that aren't included in the package.

Limitations related to drink cost: Cannot be used for drinks priced over $18

Windstar Cruises drink package

Package name: Captain's Exclusive Beverage Package

Cost per day: $65, not including an 18% gratuity charge. Windstar also has begun offering optional All-Inclusive Pricing rates for cruises that include unlimited drinks at no extra charge.

What it includes: Beer, wine by the glass, spirits and cocktails. Soda, specialty coffees and other nonalcoholic beverages are already included in the fare on Windstar sailings. The package also brings a 30% discount on wine bottle purchases for bottles costing up to $100.

Other packages: The less costly Topmast Discoveries Beer and Wine Package, at $55 per day, includes a choice of beers and premium wines but not spirits and cocktails. Windstar also offers an All-Inclusive Fares add-on package that gives passengers included drinks, Wi-Fi and gratuities for an upcharge of $89 per day.

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As of 2024, Carnival Cruise Line offers a variety of drink options for guests. This comprehensive guide provides information on the current drink prices, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, available on Carnival cruises.

From sodas and specialty coffees to  beers ,  wines , and spirits, here is everything you need to know about the  drink prices on Carnival  cruise ships.

Carnival Cruise Drink Prices, Key Takeaways:

• Carnival Cruise Line offers a wide range of drink options for guests to enjoy.
• Non-alcoholic beverages, such as sodas, specialty coffees, and bottled water, are available for purchase.
• Beer prices on Carnival Cruise Line  range from $6.50 to $8 per serving, with domestic, international, and craft options.
• Wines  by the glass start at $9.50, and guests can also purchase full bottles of wine and champagne.
• Guests can enjoy a variety of spirits and cocktails, with prices ranging from $9 to $12 per serving.
• Carnival Cruise Line offers two drink packages: the Bottomless Bubbles package and the Cheers package.
• Guests are allowed to bring one 750 ml or smaller bottle of wine or champagne onboard.
• Each bar on Carnival cruise ships has its own specialty drinks and prices.

What Drinks are Included on a Carnival?

When you embark on a Carnival Cruise , you’ll be delighted to know that there are a variety of complimentary beverages included in your cruise fare. From refreshing lemonade and iced tea to milk, coffee, hot tea, and ice water, you’ll find a selection of complimentary drinks at the Lido Marketplace buffet. In the morning, you can also enjoy a range of juices such as orange, apple, cranberry, and POG (Passion Orange Guava) at breakfast.

Throughout the ship, you’ll find drink stations at casual quick-service restaurants and the main dining room , offering a variety of beverages including juice, lemonade, iced tea, and water. So, whether you’re starting your day with a hearty breakfast or enjoying a relaxing meal, there will always be refreshing drinks available at no extra cost .

And when you visit Carnival’s private island , Half Moon Cay, you can quench your thirst with complimentary ice water or lemonade. So, while onboard a Carnival Cruise, you can savor the flavors of a variety of complimentary beverages throughout your vacation.

What Drinks are Included on a Carnival Cruise?

As you can see, the variety of complimentary beverages on a Carnival Cruise ensures that you stay hydrated and refreshed throughout your journey. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the included drinks as you embark on a memorable vacation at sea.

Non-Alcoholic Drinks and Prices on Carnival Cruise Line

When it comes to non-alcoholic beverages, Carnival Cruise Line has a great selection available for guests. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing soda, a specialty coffee, or a healthy juice, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here is a breakdown of the non-alcoholic drink options and prices on Carnival cruise ships:

Sodas and Sparkling Water

If you’re a fan of carbonated beverages, Carnival offers a variety of canned sodas and sparkling water. Pepsi, Mountain Dew, and Bubly sparkling water are among the options available. These drinks are priced at $2.75 per can, plus an 18% gratuity . So whether you prefer a classic cola or a bubbly water, you can quench your thirst without breaking the bank.

Bottled Water

If you prefer plain water, Carnival has you covered with bottled water options. You can purchase a single bottle of water for $1.50 or opt for a 12-pack for $9.95. This is a convenient option for staying hydrated throughout your cruise, especially if you’re planning on spending time in the sun or participating in active excursions.

Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages

In addition to sodas and bottled water, Carnival also offers a variety of other non-alcoholic beverages for purchase. Guests can enjoy Gatorade and Muscle Milk protein shakes for a little energy boost, or indulge in a iced coffee for a refreshing pick-me-up. Fresh juices, such as orange juice and Naked juices, are also available. These beverages are priced individually, and the prices may vary depending on the specific drink.

Table: Non-Alcoholic Drink Prices on Carnival Cruise Line

Note: Prices are subject to change and may vary depending on the specific Carnival cruise ship and itinerary. It’s always a good idea to check the onboard menus or consult with the staff for the most up-to-date information on drink prices.

Beer Prices on Carnival Cruise Line

When it comes to enjoying a refreshing drink on a Carnival cruise, beer lovers have plenty of options to choose from. Carnival Cruise Line offers a variety of  beers  at different price points to cater to everyone’s tastes. Whether you prefer domestic or international brews, craft  beers , or even cider, there is something for everyone.

Domestic beers on Carnival cruises are typically priced around $6.50 to $7.50 per serving. These include popular choices like Budweiser, Miller Lite, and Coors Light. If you’re in the mood for something different, you can try one of the international beers available, such as Heineken, Corona, or Stella Artois, which are priced similarly.

For those seeking a taste of the craft beer scene, Carnival offers a selection of craft beers priced at around $8 per serving. Craft beer enthusiasts can enjoy options like Blue Moon, Sierra Nevada, and Goose Island among others. Additionally, if you’re a fan of cider, you can indulge in an Angry Orchard cider for around $7 or try one of Carnival’s own ThirstyFrog canned seltzers for around $7.50.

Whether you’re lounging by the pool, enjoying a show, or exploring the ports of call, Carnival Cruise Line ensures that every beer lover can find their perfect brew at a reasonable price. So sit back, relax, and raise a glass to a memorable cruise experience .

Wine Prices on Carnival Cruise Line

When it comes to wine, Carnival Cruise Line offers a variety of options to suit different tastes and budgets. The prices for  wines  by the glass start at $9.50 and can range up to around $30. Most wines fall within the $10 to $13 per glass range, making them accessible for guests looking to enjoy a glass of their favorite vintage.

It’s worth noting that these prices are within the $20 limit for drinks included in the Cheers package, which offers unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for a daily fee.

If you’re a wine connoisseur or prefer a bottle to share, Carnival also offers a selection of full bottles of wine and champagne at various bars and restaurants on the ship. These range in price from $30 to $60 and higher, depending on the brand and vintage. With a range of reds, whites, and sparkling options available, there’s something to cater to every wine lover’s palate.

Guests should also keep in mind that Carnival Cruise Line allows each passenger who is 21 or older to bring one 750 ml or smaller bottle of wine or champagne onboard. This is a great option for those who have a favorite bottle they’d like to enjoy during their cruise. Just remember to pack it in your carry-on luggage , as bottles in checked bags may be subject to inspection and possible confiscation.

Sample Wine Prices on Carnival Cruise Line

These prices are indicative and may vary depending on the specific cruise itinerary and ship. It’s always a good idea to check the onboard wine menu for the most up-to-date prices and selection. So whether you enjoy a crisp white, a bold red, or a celebratory glass of bubbly, Carnival Cruise Line has you covered with options to suit every taste and occasion.

Spirits and Cocktails Prices on Carnival Cruise Line

When it comes to spirits and cocktails, Carnival Cruise Line offers a wide selection of options for guests to enjoy. From vodka and tequila to whiskey and rum, there is something for everyone’s taste.

The prices for spirits and cocktails on Carnival cruise ships range from $9 to $12 per serving. For example, you can savor a Bacardi or Malibu Coconut rum for $8.50, or indulge in the smooth flavors of Buffalo Trace bourbon or Gentleman Jack whiskey for $11. If you’re in the mood for something special, the specialty cocktails start at $10.50.

With an array of top-shelf liquor and premium brands available, Carnival Cruise Line ensures that guests can savor their favorite drinks while onboard. Whether you’re a fan of classic cocktails like the Cosmopolitan or prefer tropical delights like the Piña Colada, Carnival’s bartenders are ready to mix up the perfect concoction for you.

“The variety of spirits and cocktails on Carnival Cruise Line is truly impressive. I love the fact that they offer a range of premium brands, allowing guests to enjoy their favorite drinks in a luxurious setting.” – APRIL SHALLO

Enjoying Top-Shelf Liquor for an Extra Cost

If you have a taste for even more premium spirits, Carnival Cruise Line also offers top-shelf liquor for an additional cost. Whether you prefer a smooth pour of Grey Goose vodka, a sip of fine Scotch whisky, or a sophisticated glass of cognac, Carnival Cruise Line has you covered. Just let the bartender know your preference, and they will be happy to serve you the top-shelf liquor of your choice.

Whether you prefer to stick to the classic spirits and cocktails or explore the world of top-shelf liquor, Carnival Cruise Line has a wide variety of options to suit your preferences. So raise a glass and toast to a memorable cruise experience with a refreshing drink in hand.

Carnival Drink Packages and Prices

Carnival Cruise Line offers two drink packages for guests: the Bottomless Bubbles package and the Cheers package. The Bottomless Bubbles package is perfect for those who enjoy non-alcoholic beverages, as it includes unlimited sodas and juices. The package costs $6.95 per day for children and $9.50 per day for adults, plus an 18% gratuity.

With the Cheers package, guests can indulge in both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. This package costs $59.95 per person per day if purchased before the cruise or $64.95 per person per day if purchased once onboard, plus an 18% gratuity.

The Cheers package includes a wide range of beverages, including beers, wines, cocktails, spirits, specialty coffees and teas, sodas, and bottled water. It’s important to note that the Cheers package has a limit of 15 alcoholic drinks per day. This package is a great option for guests who plan to enjoy multiple alcoholic beverages throughout their cruise. It provides the convenience of a flat daily rate, allowing guests to indulge without worrying about individual drink prices.

Whether you choose the Bottomless Bubbles package or the Cheers package, both options offer great value for guests who want a hassle-free experience when it comes to drinks. By opting for a drink package, you can enjoy a wide variety of beverages without worrying about the individual costs adding up. It’s also a great way to budget for your cruise and have a clear idea of your overall expenses.

My Experience with the Drink Packages

“During my recent Carnival cruise, I opted for the Cheers package, and it was definitely worth it. I enjoyed trying different cocktails and wines throughout the cruise without having to worry about the cost. The package made it easy to indulge in my favorite drinks and discover new ones, all while knowing the total cost upfront. “- APRIL SHALLO

What Drinks Can You Bring on a Carnival Cruise?

When preparing for your Carnival cruise, it’s important to know what drinks you can bring on board. Carnival Cruise Line has specific guidelines regarding the beverages guests are allowed to bring. Each guest 21 years or older is permitted to bring one 750ml or smaller bottle of wine or champagne. Additionally, guests are allowed to bring a maximum of twelve 12-ounce cans or cartons of non-alcoholic beverages such as soda.

However, it’s important to note that water, sodas, and other non-alcoholic beverages packaged in bottles are not allowed to be brought on board. This policy ensures the safety and quality of the beverages provided by Carnival Cruise Line.

If you choose to bring any wine, soda or champagne onboard, be sure to only bring them aboard via a carry-on bag. If you pack them in your checked luggage, they will be confiscated.

Guests may find it convenient to bring their favorite wine or champagne on board to enjoy during their cruise. This allows you to savor your preferred beverage while taking in the beautiful ocean views or celebrating a special occasion. It’s essential to adhere to the guidelines and limits set by Carnival Cruise Line to ensure a smooth embarkation process and to comply with the cruise line’s policies.

Bringing your own wine or champagne can be a cost-effective way to enjoy your preferred drink while onboard.

By understanding the rules regarding the drinks you can bring on a Carnival cruise, you can plan and pack accordingly. Remember to pack your wine or champagne securely to prevent any breakage during transport . Whether you choose to bring your own beverages or indulge in the variety of drinks available on board, Carnival Cruise Line aims to provide a delightful experience for all guests.

• One 750ml or smaller bottle of wine or champagne per guest 21 years or older is allowed on board.
• Guests can bring a maximum of twelve 12-ounce cans or cartons of non-alcoholic beverages, excluding bottled water and sodas.
• Water, sodas, and other non-alcoholic beverages packaged in bottles are not allowed to be brought onboard.
• Bring your own wine or champagne to enjoy during the cruise , following the guidelines and limits set by Carnival Cruise Line.
• Items must be brought onboard via carry-on luggage only.

It’s important to review the specific policies and restrictions on the official Carnival Cruise Line website or contact the cruise line directly for the most up-to-date information regarding bringing drinks on board.

Carnival Cruise Bar Menus and Prices

One of the highlights of a Carnival cruise is the variety of bars available onboard. Each bar offers a unique atmosphere and a menu of delicious drinks to choose from. Whether you’re in the mood for a refreshing cocktail, a cold beer, or a glass of wine, Carnival has you covered. Let’s take a look at some of the popular bars and their menus:

The Atrium Bar is a vibrant and lively spot located in the heart of the ship. Here, you can enjoy a variety of drinks, from classic cocktails like margaritas and mojitos to specialty concoctions created by the talented bartenders. The menu features a wide selection of spirits, wines, and beers, ensuring there’s something to please every palate.

Red Frog Pub

If you’re looking for a laid-back and casual atmosphere, the Red Frog Pub is the place to be. This Caribbean-inspired pub offers a range of tropical drinks, including their famous ThirstyFrog Red Ale. Sit back, relax, and savor the flavors of the Caribbean while enjoying live music and good company.

The Sports Bar is the perfect spot for sports enthusiasts who don’t want to miss a game while at sea. Grab a seat at the bar, order your favorite beer, and cheer on your favorite teams on the big screens. The menu includes a selection of draft beers, bottled beers, and cocktails to keep you refreshed throughout the game.

These are just a few examples of the bars and their menus on Carnival cruise ships. Each bar offers its own unique experience, so be sure to explore and try something new during your cruise. Cheers to a fantastic vacation filled with delicious drinks and unforgettable memories!

Recapping the Drink Prices on Carnival Cruise Line

After exploring the extensive drink options on Carnival Cruise Line, it’s time to recap the prices of your favorite beverages. Whether you’re a fan of non-alcoholic drinks, beer, wine, or spirits and cocktails, Carnival has something to suit every taste. Let’s take a closer look at the average prices for each category:

Non-Alcoholic Drinks:

Final Thoughts

When planning your Carnival cruise, it’s essential to consider the drink prices and options available onboard. By understanding the prices for various beverages, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, you can budget accordingly and decide whether purchasing a drink package is the right choice for you. Whether you prefer sodas, beers, wines, or cocktails, Carnival Cruise Line has a range of options to satisfy every guest’s preferences.

Carnival Drink Prices FAQ

What drinks are included on a carnival cruise.

Carnival Cruise Line offers complimentary beverages such as lemonade, iced tea, milk, coffee, hot tea, ice water, and select juices at various locations onboard. The drink stations at casual quick-service restaurants and the main dining room also offer beverages like juice, lemonade, iced tea, and water. Guests can also enjoy free ice water or lemonade at Carnival’s private island, Half Moon Cay.

What are the non-alcoholic drinks and prices on Carnival Cruise Line?

Carnival Cruise Line offers a range of non-alcoholic drinks for purchase, including canned sodas such as Pepsi, Mountain Dew, and Bubly sparkling water for $2.75 (plus an 18% gratuity). Bottled water is available for $1.50 per bottle or $9.95 for a 12-pack. Other options include Gatorade, Muscle Milk protein shakes, Starbucks iced coffee, Naked juices, specialty coffees, teas, and fresh juices at additional costs.

What are the beer prices on Carnival Cruise Line?

Beer prices on Carnival Cruise Line  range from $6.50 to $8 per serving. Domestic and international beers are typically priced around $6.50 to $7.50, while craft beers are priced at around $8. Angry Orchard cider and Carnival’s own ThirstyFrog canned seltzers are available for approximately $7 and $7.50, respectively.

What are the wine prices on Carnival Cruise Line?

Wine prices by the glass on Carnival Cruise Line start at $9.50 and can range up to around $30. The majority of wines fall within the $10 to $13 per glass range. Full bottles of wine and champagne can also be purchased at various bars and restaurants on the ship, with prices ranging from $30 to $60 and higher.

What are the spirits and cocktails prices on Carnival Cruise Line?

Spirit and cocktail prices on Carnival Cruise Line range from $9 to $12 per serving. Different brands of vodka, tequila, whiskey, gin, rum, liqueur, brandy, cognac, scotch, bourbon, and more are available. Specialty cocktails start at $10.50, and most cocktails range from $10.50 to $13. Guests can also request top-shelf liquor for an additional cost.

What are the Carnival drink packages and prices?

Carnival Cruise Line offers two drink packages. The Bottomless Bubbles package includes unlimited sodas and juices for $6.95 per day for children and $9.50 per day for adults (plus an 18% gratuity). The Cheers package includes both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for $59.95 per person/day if purchased pre-cruise or $64.95 per person/day if purchased once onboard (plus an 18% gratuity). The Cheers package has a limit of 15 alcoholic drinks per day.

What drinks can you bring on a Carnival Cruise?

Each guest 21 or older is allowed to bring one 750 ml or smaller bottle of wine or champagne onboard. Guests can also bring a maximum of twelve 12-ounce cans or cartons of non-alcoholic beverages, such as soda. However, water, sodas, and other non-alcoholic beverages packaged in bottles are not allowed to be brought onboard.

What are the Carnival Cruise bar menus and prices?

Carnival Cruise Line offers a variety of bars with different menus and prices. Some of the bars include the Alchemy Bar, Amari Bar, Atrium Bar, Casino Bar, Red Frog Pub, Piano Bar, and Sports Bar. Each bar has its own specialty drinks and prices, which can vary. Guests can refer to the onboard menus for the specific offerings and prices at each bar.

Can you recap the drink prices on Carnival Cruise Line?

The  drink prices on Carnival  Cruise Line vary depending on the type of beverage. Bottled water costs $1.50, sodas are priced at $2.75, and specialty coffees range from $2 to $5.50. Beers are priced between $6.50 and $8, wines by the glass range from $9.50 to around $30, and spirits and cocktails cost between $9 and $12 per serving. Carnival also offers drink packages such as the Bottomless Bubbles package and the Cheers package, which include unlimited beverages for a daily fee.

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Princess cruise beer price 2023 + beer menu list on a Princess cruise ship

There is beer you can order on a Princess cruise!

The cost of a beer on a Princess cruise is around $7 to $8, plus tip.

You can get some of the most popular kinds of American beer on a Princess cruise ship.

There is also beer from other countries including Mexico, the Netherlands, Ireland, Belgium, Jamaica, Australia, Italy, and Singapore.

There is also cider from the UK.

Most beer on the cruise ship is served as a 12 ounce bottle or can.

If you are on an Alaska cruise, you can also get Alaskan beer.

There may even be an Alaskan beer tasting activity onboard the cruise ship, so look for it in the daily schedule of onboard cruise activities or through journeyview on the Princess app! (There would be an added fee for it.)

Beer offerings and prices subject to change!

There may be more beer available on your cruise ship.

This was the selection of beer that was available to order for room service, which means you can also order it at bars around the cruise ship, and from anywhere around the cruise ship that you see waiter, like on the lido deck.

These are screenshots taken from the Princess app while on a Princess cruise in North America in September 2023.

Beer menu on a Princess cruise

• Blue Moon Belgian White Ale $7
• Bud Light $7
• Budweiser $7
• Coors Light $7
• Corona Extra $7.50
• Dos Equis Lager $7
• Foster’s Oil can 25 oz $10
• Guinness $7.50
• Heineken $7
• Heineken 0.0 $7
• Lagunitas IPA $7.50
• Michelob Ultra 330ml can $7.50
• Miller Lite $7
• Peroni Nastro Azzurro $7.50
• Red Stripe $7.50
• Samuel Adams Boston Lager $7.50
• Stella Artois $7
• Strongbow cider can $7.50
• Tiger $7.50

American beer

American beer on a Princess cruise ship includes Blue Moon, Bud Light, Budweiser, Coors Light, Lagunitas IPA, Michelob Ultra, Miller Lite, and Samuel Adams.

Mexico beer

Mexican beer on a Princess cruise ship includes Corona Extra and Dos Equis.

Netherlands beer

There is Heineken and Heineken 0.0 on a Princess cruise ship.

There is Guinness on a Princess cruise ship.

Belgian beer

There is Stella Artois on a Princess cruise ship.

Jamaican beer

There is Red Stripe on a Princess cruise ship.

Australian beer

There is Foster’s Oil Can on a Princess cruise ship.

Italian beer

There is Peroni Nastro Azzurro on a Princess cruise ship.

Singapore beer

There is Tiger beer on a Princess cruise ship.

There is Strongbow cider on a Princess cruise ship

Room service and drink delivery on a Princess cruise ship through the Princess app

In addition to ordering your beer in person from a bartender, you can also order your beer to be brought to your cabin through room service, and anywhere on the cruise ship, for a one-time fee for the whole cruise.

Once you are on the cruise ship, you will open up the Princess app, and then look for “order.”

Then, you can select “beverages” and then “beer and cider”!

Then, order the type of beer you would like!

You can specify how you would like to drink your beer, straight from the beer or can, or by pouring it into a glass.

How to order beer your way

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Carnival Cruise Full Beer Menu (With Prices)

Thirsty for some suds while you sail? You’re not alone. Having a beer may as well be considered the national pastime of taking a cruise. It just feel unnatural to hang out by the pool without a beer in hand.

Meanwhile, as beer tastes have evolved and craft brews have become more popular, the list of what’s available continues to expand. No longer do you have to choose between Bud and Miller. Today you will find dozens of the most popular options, along with some unique smaller crafts to please any taste.

So what beers are available on Carnival? We’ve posted the menu list below, including prices. One important thing to note is that many Carnival ships also offer craft beers that are local to the area you embarked. If you have a special local brew you’re wanting, ask to see if it’s in stock.

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Carnival Cruise Line 2024 Drink Menus and Pricing

Last Updated on March 10, 2024

In the past, embarking on a cruise meant encountering the same routine selection of beverages across all venues. Your options typically included classics like daiquiris, pina coladas, and, if the menu dared to be bold, perhaps a mojito. Today, the drink landscape has undergone a significant transformation. Cruise ship bars now boast a diverse array of choices, featuring craft beers, premium spirits, and meticulously concocted cocktails. It’s an entirely new experience.

Carnival Cruise Line, in particular, has taken this evolution to heart, revolutionizing its drink offerings with a tailored menu for almost every bar on their ships. This accomplishment is noteworthy, especially when considering that a single ship can host between 10 and 15 bars.

Carnival will be increasing drink menu prices in the first part of 2024. The new menus are already in place on the Carnival Jubilee and we expect other ships to follow in January and February.

See a new menu on your ship? Email it to us so we can share with everyone, [email protected]

Below you’ll find the bar menus found on the Carnival Cruise Line’s ships. Carnival has a pretty robust beverage program and usually has different drinks available at nearly every bar on a ship, so you’ll see a ton of drink options below. For drinks offered at multiple venues, the prices are consistent (i.e., a Coors Light and the Atrium Bar will cost the same as a Coors Light at the Pool Bar). When looking at the prices, remember to consider gratuities. Carnival automatically adds an 18% gratuity added to all beverage purchases.

Want to see just the menus for one ship?

See a ship’s drink menus: Breeze Celebration Conquest Dream Elation Firenze Freedom Glory Horizon Jubilee Liberty Luminosa Magic Mardi Gras Miracle Paradise Panorama Pride Radiance Splendor Spirit Sunrise Sunshine Valor Venezia Vista

Carnival Cruise Line Bar Menus

Alchemy bar drink menu, amari bar drink menu, atrium bar drink menu.

• Bar 820 Drink Menu

Bar Della Rosa

• Blue Iguana Tequila Bar
• Bonsai Sushi
• Brass Magnolia Bar Drink Menu

Carnevale Bar & Lounge Drink Menu

• Casino Bar Menu
• ChiBang Drink Menu
• Cucina Del Capitano Cocktail and Wine List
• Dr Inks PHD
• Emeril’s Bistro 1396
• Fahrenheit 555 / Steakhouse Wine List and Cocktail Menu
• Fortune Teller Bar Drink Menu

Frizzante Bar Drink Menu

• Golden Jubilee Bar Menu
• Golden Mermaid Bar Menu

Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse and Brewhouse Drink Menu

Havana bar drink menu.

• Heroes Tribute Bar Menu
• Il Viaggio Drink Menu
• Java Blue Cafe Menu

Latitudes Bar Menu

Main dining room wine list.

• Night Club Cocktail Menu

Ocean Plaza Bar Drink Menu

Piano bar 88 drink menu, punchliner comedy club drink menu, redfrog pub.

• RedFrog Rum Bar

RedFrog Tiki Bar

Rudi’s seagrill drink menu, serenity bar, skybox sports bar, watering hole.

Carnival Drink Package Carnival has a drink package available called “Cheers.” It will cover most of the drinks you see below. You can read more about the program here: All You Need To Know About Carnival’s Cheers Package . Is the drink package worth it for you? Figure out how much you’d save (or overpay) with our Drink Package Calculator .

Alchemy Bar is Carnival’s signature high-end cocktail bar. It’s an excellent place for pre- or post-dinner drinks. Here, experienced bartenders whip up some delicious, hand-crafted cocktails. This bar is on almost every Carnival ship (except the Carnival Venezia and Carnival Firenze). Our favorite cocktails here are the  Cucumber Sunrise  and the  Chipotle Pineapple Martini

Menu is from Carnival Jubilee December 2023.

The Amari Bar is an elevated, Italian-themed cocktail bar currently only available on the Carnival Venezia . Amari Bar replaces the popular Alchemy Bar and but still features 5 of that bar’s more popular cocktails.

Menus are from Carnival Venezia February2023.

This bar is available on most Carnival cruise ships. While it has different names, this menu is typically found at the bar in the ship’s lobby or atrium. You can also find this menu in most of the dining rooms.

Bar 820 is the indoor/outdoor bar located on the Carnival Celebration (it replaces the Bar Della Rosa on Mardi Gras). They specialize in cocktails with a distinct Miami twist and are made with Miami-sourced ingredients.

Bar Della Rosa can be found exclusively on the Carnival Mardi Gras . It’s an inside/outside bar with Italian-themed cocktails.

Blue Iguana Tequila Bar Menu

The Blue Iguana Tequila Bar is a pool-side bar located by the Lido Pool on almost every Carnival ship except for the Mardi Gras, Celebration, Jubilee, Firenze, and Venezia.

Bonsai Sushi Cocktail Menu

Bonsai Sushi is the place to go if you’re looking for fresh sushi on a Carnival cruise. While you’re there, have one of these specialty cocktails. Unfortunately, cocktails are unavailable on Ecstasy, Elation, Freedom, and Miracle as they have a Bonsai Sushi Express, not a dedicated restaurant.

Menu is from the Carnival Radiance January 2024.

Brass Magnolia Bar Menu

Brass Magnolia is a New Orleans-themed themed bar located in the French Quarter Zone on the Carnival Mardi Gras .

Carnevale Bar & Lounge replaces the Havana Bar found on the Vista-class ships. It’s inspired by the Carnevale di Venezia, an annual festival held in Venice. Guests will find live music and fine Italian wines and cocktails. It’s currently only available on the Carnival Venezia .

Casino Bar Drink Menu

The Casino Bar can currently be found on most Carnival ships except for the Horizon, Vista, and Panorama where they were removed ( learn more here ).

ChiBang Wine List and Cocktail Menu

ChiBang is an included specialty restaurant on the Carnival Mardi Gras , Carnival Celebra tion and Carnival Jubilee . It serves Chinese and Mexican dishes, so you’ll see some interesting cocktail choices here.

Menu is from Carnival Celebration February 2024.

Cucina del Capitano Cocktail and Wine List

Cucina del Capitano is Carnival’s signature Italian specialty restaurant. It’s available on many ships across the fleet ( see here for full list ).

Menu is from Carnival Jubilee February 2024.

Dr Ink’s PH D

This cleverly named bar serves unique underwater concoctions. You can find it in the Currents zone only on the Carnival Jubilee.

Emeril’s Bistro 1396 Drink Menu

Emerils Bistro 1396 is a quick-service restaurant located in the French Quarter of the Carnival Mardi Gras .

Fahrenheit 555 Wine List and Cocktail Menu

The steakhouse is a staple on almost every Carnival cruise ship. On the newer ships, it’s called Fahrenheit 555 . On older ships, it may have a different name, like “David’s Steakhouse,” but the drink menus are similar.

Menu is from the Carnival Radiance February 2024.

Golden Jubilee Bar

The Golden Jubilee is a new bar that pays tribute to Carnival’s 50 years of sailing. It’s available exclusively on Carnival Celebration in the 820 Biscayne zone.

Golden Mermaid Bar

The Golden Mermaid is a new bar which features cocktails inspired by precious gemstones and metals are made with edible glitter, as well as drinks presented in pretty glassware and adorned with graceful garnishes for an elevated experience. It’s available exclusively on Carnival Jubilee in the Currents zone. It is located where the Brass Magnolia bar is on the Mardi Gras and Golden Jubilee on the Celebration.

Fortune Teller Bar

The Fortune Teller Bar is beautifully themed with some truly unique and out-of-this-world cocktails. It’s available exclusively on the  Carnival Mardi Gras  in the French Quarter zone.

Frizzante is a new bar that specializes in bubble drinks and beverages on the Carnival Venezia . It’s located outside the new specialty restaurant and around the corner from the Gondola Lounge (Ocean Plaza on Vista-class ships). It offers bubbles, spritzes, and draft beers. Throughout the day, it also offer specialty coffees and biscotti. 

This bar may be confusing because Carnival uses odd naming for their venues. While many ships have “Guy’s Pig & Anchor BBQ,” few have the actual Smokehouse and Brewhouse, which has cocktails. The Smokehouse/Brewhouse is a sit-down restaurant with a large bar serving some great cocktails. They even have a brewery right inside this bar where they make their own beer! You can find it on the  Carnival Celebration ,  Carnival Horizon , Carnival Jubilee ,  Carnival Mardi Gras , and  Carnival Panorama .

If you’re a beer fan, I highly recommend the Brewery Tour for $30 a person. You can read more about the Carnival Pig & Anchor Brewery Tour here .

The Havana Bar is a Cuban-themed bar located on  Carnival Celebration ,  Carnival Horizon ,  Carnival Jubilee ,  Carnival Mardi Gras ,  Ca r nival Panorama , and  Carnival Vista . The inside of the bar is home to lively music most evenings. This bar also has an exterior section, but it’s only accessible to guests staying in the Havana area.   

Menu is from the Carnival Mardi Gras February 2024.

Heroes Tribute Bar Drink Menu

The Heroes Tribute Bar and Lounge is a new venue from Carnival that honors the men and women that have served our country. You’ll find this menu on the Carnival Freedom , Carnival Firenze , Carnival Panorama , Carnival Pride , Carnival Radiance , and Carnival Venezia where the Heroes Tribute Bar replaces the SkyBox Sports Bar.

There is also a Heroes Lounge on the Mardi Gras, Celebration, and Jubilee but they don’t have a dedicated bar; you use the bar from Guy’s Pig and Anchor Smokehouse (above).

Il Viaggio is a new “elevated” dining experience currently only available on the Carnival Venezia .

Java Blue Drink Menu

JavaBlue Cafe is the premier coffee place that’s on board about half of the Carnival ships. Ships that don’t currently have JavaBlue still have a stand-alone coffee shop under a different name but prices and beverage selection will vary. On Excel-class ships (Mardi Gras, Celebration, and Jubilee), Java Blue Cafe also offers sandwiches and snacks throughout the day.

Menu seen on the Carnival Jubilee February 2024.

The Latitudes Bar is dedicated to cocktails found around the world. It’s found exclusively on the Carnival Celebration in The Gateway zone.

This menu is the wine list you’ll find in most of the main dining rooms across the Carnival fleet. If you prefer a cocktail, you can usually use the  Atrium Bar Menu .

Marina Bar Menu

Marina Bar is in the Shores Zone on the Carnival Jubilee. It has both indoor and outdoor seating.

Nightclub Cocktail Menu

Not all Carnival ships have a dedicated nightclub anymore. On some of the newer ships, the nightclub takes place in the multi-purpose Liquid Lounge or Limelight Lounge. You’ll usually find this menu out during the nightclub/dancing portion of the evening, after 10 pm.

Ocean Plaza is located on the main promenade and is a great place to grab a drink before an activity happening in Ocean Plaza or if you’d like to grab a drink and sit outside on the Lanai. This bar is on the  Carnival Breeze ,  Carnival Dream ,  Carnival Horizon ,  Carnival Magic ,  Carnival Panorama , and  Carnival Vista .

Every Carnival ship has a piano bar that’s hopping every night. While it might not always be named Piano Bar 88, it will have a similar drink menu to the one below.

If you’re going to a Comedy Show on a Carnival ship, you have some specialty cocktails to choose from. Some ships have a dedicated “Punchliner Comedy Club” venue. On the other ones, the comedy club will take place in the Limelight Lounge or another venue with “Lounge” in its name.

The RedFrog Pub is the Caribbean-themed indoor bar that’s located on the lower level of many Carnival ships. It’s different than the RedFrog Rum Bar which is found in the Lido Pool Deck Area. You can find it on the Breeze , Freedom , Legend , Magic , Miracle , Pride , Radiance , Splendor , Spirit , Sunshine , Sunrise , and Valor .

Menus from the Carnival Pride November 2023.

RedFrog Rum Bar Menu

You can find the RedFrog Rum Bar next to the Lido Pool on almost every Carnival ship (except the Venezia and Firenze). It is different from the RedFrog Pub, which is usually an inside bar on the Promenade level of the ship.

On the Mardi Gras, Celebration and Jubilee, it’s been upgraded to a two-story pool-side venue called the RedFrog Tiki bar with a slightly different menu (see below).

Menu is from the Carnival Liberty February 2024.

The RedFrog Tiki Bar is a supersized version of the RedFrog Rum Bar that’s on most other Carnival ships. You can find this two-story venue on the  Carnival Mardi Gras , Carnival Celebration , and Carnival Jubilee .

Menus from Carnival Jubilee December 2023

Rococo Bar Menu

The Rococo Bar is the poolside bar on the Carnival Venezia and Carnival Firenze. It takes the place of Red Frog Rum Bar on most other Carnival ships.

Menu is from the Carnival Venezia February 2024.

Rudi’s Seagrill is a high-end seafood restaurant found on Carnival Mardi Gras , Carnival Celebration , and Carnival Jubilee . They also have a dedicated cocktail menu so you can pair a special drink with your entree.

Menu is from Carnival Celebration February 2024

The Serenity Area is the adults-only (21+) area that’s found on every Carnival ship ( you can learn more about it here ). This area is also home to this bar which serves some special cocktails that are great to sip while enjoying some peace and quiet.

About half of the Carnival fleet has a SkyBox sports bar where you can watch the game on the big screen and sample one of these cocktails. You can find the SkyBox Sports Bar on the Conquest, Freedom, Glory, Horizon, Liberty, Miracle, Pride, Spirit, Radiance, Sunrise, Sunshine, Valor, and Vista.

Tides Bar Menu

The Tides Bar is the outdoor bar on the aft, or back, of the ship. It may have a different name on some ships, but it’ll be the same menu.

The Watering Hole Bar is located in the Summer Landing Zone on the Carnival Mardi Gras , Carnival Celebration , and Carnival Jubilee .

Don’t want to pay for each individual drink?

For those who don’t want to pay a ‘la carte for drinks, Carnival has an unlimited drink package, called Cheers. Try our Drink Package Calculator to see if it’s worth it financially for you.

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Princess Bar Menus 2024

Here are the current Princess bar menus. Prices are up-to-date as of posting. Since there can be slight variations from ship to ship and availability and prices do change, be sure to double check once onboard, but this should give you a pretty good idea of what to expect. Happy cruising! And drinking!

INDEX (jump to): Princess Standard Bar Menu Princess Crown Grill Bar Menu Princess Good Spirits at Sea Bar Menu Princess International Cafe Menu Princess Pool Bar Menu Princess Vines Wine Bar Menu

Princess Standard Bar Menu 2024

These standard bar menu items will be available at most bars on every Princess ship.

Princess Crown Grill Bar Menu 2024

Princess Good Spirits at Sea Bar Menu 2024

Princess International Cafe Menu 2024

Princess Pool Bar Menu 2024

Princess Vines Wine Bar Menu 2024

OceanNow Food and Beverage Delivery

Did you know that on every Princess ship you can have a huge selection of food (much of it complimentary) and beverages delivered to you almost anywhere on the ship? See below for the OceanNow food and beverage menus:

Princess OceanNow Food Delivery Menu

Princess Ocean Now Beverage Menu 2024

And with that…

Class Dismissed!

Today’s Bonus Cruising Tip

I ALWAYS buy  travel insurance  (especially during these uncertain times) to cover my cruises, but I  NEVER purchase it through Princess. It costs more and usually covers less than policies you purchase on your own. I go through sites like  travelinsurance.com  to compare plans and prices and get the best deal for the coverage I want.  Spend less on insurance  and spend more on cocktails, excursions, special onboard cruise experiences, and…future cruises!

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NCL Drink Prices & Bar Menus

Norwegian Cruise Line drink menus tend to be the same fleet-wide and are consistent across most ships. Changes in what is available in the bars are normally based on each ship’s venues and bars.

For example, there is a whiskey bar menu and a martini bar menu, but those venues aren’t on all ships. Additionally, ships with wine cellars or wine bars have an expanded menu.

• SEE : Norwegian Cruise Line Beverage Packages – Are They Worth It?

What do drinks cost on Norwegian Cruise Line?

Most beer is $7 , some wines are as inexpensive as $9-$13/glass and cocktails range $10-$15. There are specialty drinks that are obviously more expensive, but in general, the costs for beverages are reasonable with NCL.

Don’t forget the gratuities on drinks

If you’re NOT on a drink or beverage package, Norwegian Cruise Line charges an additional 20% gratuity on every drink purchase .

Bottled water and coke prices on NCL

For non-drinkers, the cost of a soda ranges from $3-$3.50 depending on which bar you order from and bottled water ranges from $4 for boxed water (500ml) to $6 for premium water like Aqua Panna.

**NOTE** Some of the menus show Pepsi products, as these were taken during the last days that Pepsi was served (Jan 2023) – Pepsi has now been replaced by Coke on the ships.

Now to the drink menus!

A typical beverage menu for pool bars and vibe club area on a Norwegian ship

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Whiskey Bar menu (i.e. Maltings Bar on NCL Epic)

For american whiskey lovers on ncl (updated 2024).

Norwegian Cruise Line has a relatively impressive Whiskey menu. Below are the standard options across the ships for American whiskey (with prices). This can vary a bit.

NCL Martini Bar menu

Shipwide beverage & bar menu for all norwegian cruise line ships.

These menus are fleetwide and shipwide where you’ll find them in almost all of the lounges and bars.

The HAVEN Bar Menu

You’ll notice that most of the menu has prices of just a few dollars, this is presuming the passenger has the NCL premium beverage package and will only pay the difference in the drink prices.

Wine Menu across the whole NCL Fleet

Wine menu on ncl ships with a wine bar (i.e. cellars or mondavi).

Some ships have branded wine bars by Mondavi, and those menus rotate availability on occasion. Here are some examples of what you may see in a Modavi branded wine bar on Norwegian Cruise Line

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First timer on NCL and we have a drink package covering $1400.0 each, it’s a 5 day Bahama’s cruise on the Sky, in your experience, is the $1400 “enough”? Thanks

Hello! I think you’re referring to the value of the “Free at Sea” or basic drink package. It’s basically unlimited drinks up to $15/each for that price, so I can’t imagine it wouldn’t be enough!

Hi Phil – first time NCL cruiser. With regards to martinis on board. If I order a Ketel One martini will that put me over the $15 free at sea limit for one drink since it has two shots in it plus the vermouth?

Hi Todd, The drinks are priced per cocktail not by how many shots there are in the actual drink (thankfully!) 🙂 – So if you order a martini or any other multi-shot drink, it’ll be the price on the menu regardless of the amount of alcohol. I think that’s what you’re asking. Enjoy your cruise!

I hope there is lots of Drambuie on board the Viva in June!!!! th 5 adults in our family always drink Port and Drambuie after dinner, and on some cruises the ship has run out of Drambuie. Fingers crossed!

There is PLENTY! 🙂 I can personally confirm that (without shame). Enjoy!

What about beers? You show everything that is avalable but I didn’t see any beers! I guess that they have classic big breweries but what about craft beers? They must have some.

Hi Sylvain – I’m actually updating all of the menus this week! After your comment, I made an effort to get all of the beer offerings on my latest cruise (NCL Joy Transatlantic)… I’ll post that here shortly.

Phil: Love there is an Irish Bar on EPIC!! I think you have Guinness…….do you also have Smithwicks and Harp? I still don’t see a beer list with pricing. Thanks. Bob G.

Hi Bob! I don’t recall seeing Harp or Smithwicks unfortunately 🙁 – I’m about to upload all new menus this coming week. We just did a cruise and got all new menus scanned.

Hi Phil. The wine list for ships with a wine cellar bar eg Mondavi, has “Premium Plus” against certain wines / champagnes. Does that mean that these glasses are available only to holders of Premium Plus? But are those holders also entitled to all wines which are served by the glass regardless of price? I understand that champagne on NCL for Premium Plus holders may now be restricted to its own Rose Champagne – but there are so many conflicting comments, who knows!?! Many thanks.

Hi Colin, With premium plus, you can order those specific bottles of wine at meals. The bottle is included in the package. If you have the basic beverage package, the price you see is what you’d pay for that bottle.

With premium plus, if it’s sold by the glass, it’s included always! **a few exceptions to this like Louis XIII which I think is $200 per oz – not surprising it’s not included 🙂

A good example is, where Veuve Clicquot use to be available everywhere on the ship by the glass (and included in Premium Plus), it’s now only in Le Bistro – and is still included with Premium Plus. So if it’s on the menu by the glass, order as much as you want!

So if you find a champagne sold by the glass somewhere, you’ll get it with the P+

A nifty unknown thing though, is some of the Specialty restaurants have a bar within the restaurant and you can go to that bar and order things that might not be available around the ship (like the above Veuve Clicquot)

I hope this helps – if not, let me know!

Wow! Thanks Phil. Not only one of the fastest responses to any on-line query I have made – but more information and facts than even NCL Customer Service could provide! Many thanks

Glad you found it helpful! Enjoy your cruise, and — break even on that package! 🙂

Any frozen cocktails lists?

Hi Nello – Yes! The very first menu has the most common frozen cocktails served (Primarily at the pool bars). They also do some unique drinks that aren’t on the menus.

These are super helpful!! Can’t wait to cruise – drink list prepared – on Sunday!

Glad this could help! Enjoy your cruise!

Do you happen to know how much mocktails, like virgin daiquiris, cost? I’ve yet to find a menu with them included.

Great question! I’ve never seen a menu of mocktails on any NCL cruise, but I know they make anything you want without alcohol. I have a friend that I travel with that doesn’t drink and she orders them all the time, but has a beverage package and never gets charged. I can only presume you should expect to pay the price on the menu, alcohol or not. Just know that they would be covered in a drink package and that they can be made on request. Sadly, I think NCL is missing a huge opportunity by not offering specific non-alcoholic drinks.

Thank you for all the menu information. Can you advise of the situation for a Cruise guest on a Free at Sea package,leaving from Marseille on 11 night package stopping at Barcelona, Palma,Naples,Rome,Livorno and Cannes,with regards additional taxes for drinks when in port or at sea? Many blogged cruisers have posted conflicting information.

It’s understandable why there is a lot of confusion. Spain has made some changes recently and random ports in other countries have different regulations.

Expect you’ll be paying 10% VAT on the VALUE of the drink while in spanish waters (within 12 miles of the coast, I believe). In the past, it was only while docked, now it it seems that the VAT tax is charged even while in Spanish water. I’m unsure about Italy and France – but our last cruise recently did not have any taxes while on the Free at Sea because officially we weren’t “buying” anything. Spain is the first country to close that loophole I think. But these Tax rules are changing rapidly, so what you read today may likely change. So far, however, aside from Spain, most taxes are charged for PURCHASES while IN PORT, and not in EVERY port. Confusing, right? In the end, it only adds up to a few dollars – but can still be a surprise.

The biggest change that happened recently was Spain declared that any ship departing a Spanish port would have these taxes charged regardless of the other ports, for the whole cruise. This will definitely add a significant amount to a bill even for the Free at Sea people! Since they’ll be charging on the value of the drink served, even if it’s Free or Included in the Free at Sea promotion.

I’ve yet to speak to anyone that has encountered this first hand… I think the rule just started in the past week or so. I’ll update the article as I know for sure!

Thanks for your reply,as you say very confusing indeed,however as our cruise is leaving from Marseille I can only assume that the charges will not apply for the full duration of the cruise.

I think you are correct, but be prepared for changes and the unexpected, since European countries are making changes with these types of tourism taxes.

What draught beers are available on board Norwegian Epic?

I actually don’t recall seeing any! They were all bottles. I’ve been on the epic 4 times and I don’t think there have ever been taps come to think of it.

Hi Mick, Thanks for sharing this! We’re planning on trip on the Norwegian Joy at New Years. What was the Whisky bar like on the Joy? Do you know if they’re changing the scotch/whisky options frequently?

Many thanks

Hi Nicole, We haven’t done the Joy (YET), but planning on the transatlantic back after it’s Jan 2024 refurb. That said, the Maltings Bar on the Encore (sister ship) was quite lovely, as it is on Epic. The menus are shared in the Maltings bars across all ships from what I’ve experienced. The changes that stand out between some of the ships is the fact that Johnny Walker Blue wasn’t available all the time (or even on the menu) but it was on the Encore. Other than that, the menu has basically been the same since 2019. Enjoy the cruise!

Why don’t any of these blog entries state how much a soda costs? If I knew how much a soda costs, I can determine if the ~$10/day is worth it for me. Thank you!

Hi Ann, If you take a look at some of the menus, they show sodas, etc. Expect to pay $3 for a soda + 20% service charge. Other non-alcoholic items like energy drinks and bottles of water, expect to spend about $5 each. (plus the service charge / gratuity )

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Cunard Drinks Prices and Packages - How much do they cost? (Updated September 2023)

We cruised on the Cunard Queen Elizabeth Cruise Ship twice in 2021 on Queen Victoria in 2022 and on Queen Mary 2 in 2022 and 2023 and often get asked ‘How much do the drinks cost on Cunard?’ and ‘Do Cunard have Drinks Packages?’.

With those questions in mind we have put together this post showing how much drinks cost on board the Cunard fleet and cost of Drinks Packages on board. We also have drinks prices and packages posts for P&O ,  Royal Caribbean , Virgin Voyages and Marella which may be of interest to you too.

Read on and find out how much your drinks will cost on Cunard and then you will be able to see if purchasing a drinks package would be a good option for you.

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Can you take your own alcohol on a Cunard Cruise Ship?

It is good to know that Cunard do allow alcohol to be taken on board. Each person can take one bottle of wine or champagne that can be consumed in your cabin free of charge. However, if you want to drink it in one of the bars or restaurants then you will be charged with a $25 corkage fee.

How much are Lager, Beer, ciders Ales and Stouts on a Cunard Cruise Ship

Bottled lager and wheat beer.

Remember all these prices are subject to 15% service charge.

Blue Moon Belgian White – 330ml. $6.00

Budweiser – 330ml. $6.00

Corona – 355ml. $6.10

Grolsch – 450ml. $6.70

Peroni Nastro Azzurro – 330ml. $6.10

Draught Beer – Pints

Fosters – Lager. $6.30

Heineiken – $6.40

Marston’s Pedigree – Pale Ale. $6.60

Moretti – Lager. $6.80

Stella Artois – Lager.  $6.60

San Miguel – Lager. $6.80

Shipyard Pale Ale – $6.80

Fuller’s London Pride – Ale. $6.90 – 500ml bottle – $6.50

Guinness – Stout. $6.20 (440ml can)

Aspall – 500ml. $6.55

Rekorderlig Premium Strawberry & Lime – 500ml. $6.80

Strongbow – 440ml. $6.00

Thatcher’s Gold – 500ml. $6.30

Magners Pear – 568ml – $6.30

Strongbow Dark Fruit – 440ml – $6.10

Thirsty Cross Strwberry – 500ml. £$.80

Thatchers Rose – 500ml. $6.55

Honney’s Dry – 500ml. $6.80

Bitter, Ales & Stouts

Broadside Adnams Southwold – 500ml. $6.30

Bombardier Old English Ale – 500ml. $6.30

Doom Bar, Sharp’s Brewery – 500ml. $6.55

Jennings Cumberland Ale – 500ml. $6.40

Old Peculiar – 500ml. $6.40

So.LA West Coast Pale Dark Revolution – 330ml. $6.00

Tribute St Austell Brewery – 500ml. $6.55

Yorkshire Pride – 500ml. $6.40

Old Thumper Ringwood Brewery – 500ml. $6.10

Oxford Gold – 500ml. £$6.30

Tanglefoot – 500ml. $6.10

Punk IPA – 330ml. $6.40

Blue Moon – 330ml. $6.10

Erdinger Weibbier – 500ml. $6.50

Gluten Free Beer

Old Speckled Hen – 500ml. $6.55

Non Alcoholic Beer

Becks Blue – 330ml. $6.00

San Miguel 0.0% – 330ml. $5.90

Ghost Ship Pale Ale – 500ml. $6.55

Erdinger Alkohofrei – 500ml. $6.50

Cunard Craft Collaboration

Cunard Gold Perfect Pilsner – pint. $6.90 – 330ml bottle – $6.30

Cunard Red IPA – pint. $7.10 – 330ml bottle – $6.30

Cunard Black Biscotti Breakfast Stout – pint. $7.10 – 330ml bottle – $6.30

A Tasting Flight, a third of a pint of the three listed above. $7.00

The cost of Spirits on Cunard Cruise Ships

Selection of Gin’s on a Cunard Cruise Ship

Queen Elizabeth -25ml. $6.80- 50ml $10.30

Queen Mary 2 – 25ml. $6.80 – 50ml. $10.30

Queen Victoria – 25ml.$6.80 -50ml. $10.30

Bombay Sapphire – 25ml.$7.00 – 50ml. $10.50

Gin Lane Pink – 25ml. $7.30 – 50ml. $10.80

Monkey47 – 25ml. $7.80 – 50ml. $11.30

Tanqueray Flor De Sevilla – 25ml. $7.20 – 50ml. $10.70

Tanqueray No. 10 – 25ml.$7.50 – 50ml. $11.00

Whitely Neill Rhubarb & Ginger – 25ml. $7.10 – 50ml. $10.60

Gordon’s & Gordon’s pink – 25ml. $6.30 – 50ml. $9.80

El Jimador Blanko – 25ml. $6.00 – 50ml. $9.50

El Jimador Reposado – 25ml. $6.20 – 50ml. $9.70

Patron Anejo – 25ml. $8.00 – 50ml. $11.50

Patron Silver – 25ml. $7.60 – 50ml. $11.10

Patron XO Cafe – 25ml. $7.70 – 50ml. $11.20

Hacienda de Chihuahua Sotol – 25ml. $7.50 – 50ml. $11.00

Ocho Blanco – 25ml – $7.50 – 50ml – $11.00

Ocho Reposado – 25ml – $7.60 – 50ml – $11.10

Appleton Estate Reserve Blend – 25ml. $7.10 – 50ml. $10.60

Barcardi Carta Blanca – 25ml. $7.00 – 50ml. $10.50

Captain Morgan Spiced or Dark – 25ml. $6.20 – 50ml. $9.70

Pusser’s Gunpowder Black Label – 25ml. £7.20 – 50ml. £10.70

Sagatiba Cachaca – 25ml. $6.30 – 50ml. $9.80

El Dorado 21 Year Old – 25ml. $14.00 – 50ml. $24.00

Mount Gay – 25ml. $7.90 – 50ml. $11.40

Sailor Jerry Spiced – 25ml – $6.50 – 50ml – $10.00

El Dorado 15 year old – 25ml – $10.30 – 50ml – $13.80

Absolut – 25ml. $6.40 – 50ml. $9.90

Grey Goose – 25ml. $7.80 – 50ml. $11.30

Ketel One – 25ml. $8.00 – 50. $11.50

Smirnoff – 25ml. $5.90 – 50ml. $9.40

Whisky (this is a selection of the many available)

Single malt.

Bowmore 10 Year Old – 25ml. $7.60 – 50ml. $11.10

Lagavulin 16 Year Old – 25ml. $12.00 – 50ml. $15.50

Caol lla 12 Year Old – 25ml. $7.90 – 50ml. $11.40

Dalmore Cigar Malt – 25ml. $10.00 – 50ml. $13.50

Glenfiddich Select Cask – 25ml. $7.50 – 50ml. $11.00

Chivas Royal Salute 21 Year Old – 25ml. $9.10 – 50ml. $12.60

Bells Original – 25ml. $6.10 – 50ml. $9.60

Jonnie Walker Black – 25ml. $7.50 – 50ml. $11.00

Crown Royal – 25ml. $6.30 – 50ml. $9.80

Famous Grouse – 25ml. $6.40 – 50ml. $9.90

Canadian Club – 25ml – $6.30 – 50ml – $9.80

Jameson – 25ml – $6.40 – 50ml – $9.90

Makers Mark – 25ml. $7.80 – 50ml. $11.30

Evan Williams Vintage – 25ml. $7.00 – 50ml. $10.50

Jim Beam White Label – 25ml. $6.20 – 50ml. $9.70

Jack Daniel’s Black Label – 25ml. $7.30 – 250ml. $10.80

Van Brunt Stillhouse Rye – 25ml. $8.40 – 50ml. $11.90

Courvoisier VSOP – 25ml. $8.00 – 50ml. $11.50

Martell VS – 25ml. $6.90 – 50ml. $10.40

Remy Martin XO – 25ml. $16.60 – 50ml. $20.10

Hennesy XO – 25ml – $26.10 – 2oz – $29.60

Hennesy Paradis – 25ml – $90.00 – 50ml – $160.00

Louis X111 de Remy Martin – 25ml – $150.00 – 50ml – $290.00

Baron De Sigognac VSOP – 25ml. $7.70 – 2oz. $11.20

Castrarede, Bas Armagnac 1990 – 25ml. $14.00 – 50ml. $17.50

Brandy/Calvados

Nonino Picolit Cru Grappa – 25ml. $14.50 – 50ml. $24.00

Lemorton Calvados 15 Year Old – 25ml.  $14.50 – 50ml. $24.00

Boulard Grand Fine Pays d’Auge – 1oz. $7.10 – 2oz. $10.60

Aperitifs/Liquers

Absinthe – 25ml – $6.60 – 50ml – $9.60

Aperol – 25ml – $5.90 – 50ml – $9.40

Campari – 25ml – $6.20 – 50ml – $9.70

Dubonnet Red – 25 – $5.90 – 50ml – $9.40

Pernod – 25ml – $5.90 – 50ml – $9.40

Pimm’s No.1 – 25ml. $5.90 – 50ml – $9.40

Ricard – 25ml – $5.90 – 50ml – $9.40

Archers peach schnapps – 25ml – $6.00 – 50ml – $9.50

Baileys Irish Cream – 25ml- $6.40 – 50ml – $9.90

Benedictine DOM – 25ml – $6.60 – 50ml – $10.10

Cointreau – 25ml – $6.60 – 50ml – $10.10

Disaronno – 25ml – $6.40 – 50ml – $9.90

Drambuie – 25ml – $6.60 – 50ml – $10.10

Frangelico – 25ml – $6.60 – 50ml – $10.10

Grand Marnier – 25ml – $6.80 – 50ml – $10.30

Jagermeister – 25ml – $6.60 – 50ml – $10.10

Kahlua – 25ml – $6.40 – 50ml – $9.90

Limoncello – 25ml – $6.60 – 50ml – $10.10

Malibu – 25ml – $6.00 – 50ml – $9.50

Sambuca white – 25ml – $6.00 – 50ml – $9.50

Sambuca black – 25ml – $6.40 – 50ml – $9.90

Sheradan’s – 25ml – $6.60 – 50ml – $10.10

Southern Comfort – 25ml – $6.40 – 50ml – $9.90

Tia Maria – 25ml – $6.40 – 50ml – $9.90

What Wine can I buy on a Cunard Cruise Ship?

Here are the costs of White Wine on a Cunard Cruise Ship

Cunard Private Label, France – 175ml. $8.80 – 250ml. $11.90 – Bottle – $34.00

Chardonnay Reserve, Australia – 175ml. $10.30 – 250ml. $14.00 – Bottle – $40.00

Douro Reserva, Portugal – 175ml. $6.80 – 250ml. $10.50

Piersporter, Germany – 175ml. $8.50 – 250ml. $11.60

Pinot Grigio, Italy – 170ml. $8.50 – 250ml. $11.60 – Bottle – $40.00

Sancerre, France – 175ml. $13.40 – 250ml. $18.20 – Bottle – $52.00

Sauvignon Blanc, South Africa – 175ml. $10.30 – 250ml. $14.70 – Bottle – $42.00

Whispering Angle,Provence Rose, France – 175ml. $15.40 – 250ml. $21.00 – Bottle – $60.00

White Zinfandel,Bulletin, USA – 175ml. $9.30 – 250ml. $12.60 – Bottle – $36.00

Cunard Private Reserve, France – 175ml. $9.30 – 250ml. $12.60 – Bottle – $36.00

Esteva, Portugal – 175ml. $8.50 – 250ml. $11.60

Malbec, Argentina – 175ml. $10.30 – 250ml. $14.00 – Bottle – $40.00

Merlot, USA – 175ml. $12.40 – 250ml. $16.80 – Bottle – $48.00

Pinot Noir, France – 175ml. $10.30 – 250ml. $14.00

Shiraz, Australia – 175ml. $10.30 – 250ml. $14.00 – Bottle – $40.00

Champagne/Sparkling

Laurant-Perrier La Cuvee, France – 125ml. $16.70 – 750ml. $80.00

Laurant-Perrier Cuvee Rose, France – 125ml. $20.00 – 750ml. $96.00

Gusbourne limited Release Twenty Fifteen, England – 125ml. $12.30 – 750ml. $59.00

Zonin Special Cuvee Prosecco, Italy – 125ml. $9.00 – 750ml. $42.00

We have other drinks and drinks packages posts with other cruise companies too –

How much are Cocktails on Cunard Cruise Ships?

As you would expect from Cunard their cocktail menu is incredibly extensive.

Prices range from $10.00 up to $17.00 and if they don’t have it on the menu (which would be a big surprise) they will do their best to make it for you. Here are some common cocktail prices –

Bloody Mary – $10.00

Pusser’s Painkiller – $13.50

Cunard Perfect Serves – $13.75

Zephyr Spritz – $13.50

Classic Margarita –  $11.50

Strawberry Daiquiri – $11.50

Mojito – $11.50

Cunard Cooler $10.00

Pina Colada – $11.50

Manhattan – $13.50

Singapore Sling – $11.50

Cosmopolitan $11.50

Mai Tai – $10.00

Non Alcoholic Cocktails cost between $6.50 and $8.00

How much do Soft Drinks cost on Cunard?

Coca Cola/Diet Coke 330ml $4.00

Fentimans Botanically Brewed drinks 275ml $4.10

Fever Tree Tonic Water 200ml $3.45

Frobishers Bashed and Bottled Juices 250ml $3.75

Red Bull/Red Bull sugar free 250ml $5.00

San Pellegrino 330ml $3.60

Schweppes tonic/Slimline Tonic 200ml $3.15

Fountain sodas Mixer $1.95 Small $2.85 Large $3.85

Room Service on Cunard Cruise Ships

Wines Beers Ciders and Spirits are the same price on room service as they are on the rest of the ship.

There is also packages available are are as follows

Six 1 litre bottles of still or sparkling Hildon water $23.00

Soft Drinks

Choice of 6 sodas and juices and a complimentary snack $23.00

Choice of 6 Lagers, Bitters, Ales and Ciders with a complimentary snack $35.00

Choice of 1 Bottle of house spirits and 12 mixers with a complimentary snack $75.00

Premium Bar

Choice of 1 bottle of premium spirits and 12 mixers with a complimentary snack $100.00

Is the Drinks Package worth it on Cunard?

Drinks packages can only be purchased on cruise of 5 nights and longer and can be purchased from when you book until the first 2 days on board. There are currently 4 types of drinks package available on cruises with Cunard, you can have up to 15 alcoholic drinks per day and it covers drinks up to $12.

Beers, Wines and Spirits option – $72

This package costs $72 per person per day, includes up to 15 up to the cost of $13.50 per serving. This includes a selection of beers including craft beers, wines by the glass, spirits, liquors and cocktails. This also includes the benefits of the premium soft drinks package. If you do want a drink over $13.50 then you will receive 20% off, some bottles of wine and large bottles of water.

Premium Soft Drinks Package – $36

This includes a range of soft drinks, bottled water, non alcoholic cocktails, squeezed juices and speciality coffees. There is also a 20% reduction in drinks not included in the package. There is no limit of amount of drinks per day.

Speciality Hot Drinks Package – $13.50

Hot chocolate, Tea Forté infusions and iffy speciality coffees. There is no limit on amount of drinks per day

Soft Drinks Option – $10.80

This includes draught soft drinks, selected fruit juices, squash and cordials. There is no limit on amounts of drinks per day.

Hopefully this post has given you the information to make the right choice for you. Only you will know if the drinks package is going to be good value for you.

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Virgin Voyages’ Resilient Lady is the cruise ship for people who don’t do cruise ships. Proudly adults-only, with no buffets and a medley of price inclusions that most cruise lines tag on. But does it live up to the hype? Lorna Riley jumps on board to find out.

It’s embarkation day for the first Australian sailing of Resilient Lady, the latest addition to Virgin Voyages cruise line, and the check-in process is not going smoothly. In fact — it’s not going at all. A technical malfunction has left a long line of eager Sailors (as Virgin dubs its passengers) snaking from the covered terminal out into the damp Melbourne day. Just as tempers start to fray, in rides a knight in shining armour. Well, a knight in freshly-pressed chinos to be precise: Sir Richard Branson, founder of the cruise line that’s part of his Virgin empire and a public relations maestro. He makes his way down the line of disgruntled sailors-in-waiting, personally apologising and posing for selfies, ensuring that these passengers will long be talking about the start, but now for all the right reasons; the ice-buckets of Möet that await in every cabin as way of recompense a welcome sweetener.

As we set sail, just slightly behind schedule, the initial teething problems are forgiven and forgotten as we get acquainted with the superyacht-inspired Resilient Lady and all her charms. She’s a full ship for this inaugural Australasian sailing, with about 2700 passengers on board. Virgin Voyages is renowned as an adults-only award-winning cruise line with the most 5-star reviews on TripAdvisor , so our expectations are high and we’re not disappointed.

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For starters, technology is at the forefront here. Instead of the traditional key card, we’re each issued a wristband with an anchor fastening (a popular souvenir, prized by sailors post-voyage) — this is not only used to track any purchases aboard and for identification when alighting at a port, but also gains us access to our home away from home. In our instance, this is a Sea Terrace cabin on deck 10 — there’s a glam area to spruce ourselves up, a roomy rainshower in the cleverly designed bathroom, and a hand-woven terrace hammock overlooking sweeping views of the horizon. There’s ample storage too, although we do find that our suitcases are too big to fit under our bed as suggested. A push, press or swipe of the tablet, and we can control the mood lighting (which also intuitively matches the light from the oncoming sunset), the curtains and the TV which has myriad new release (and classic) movie options, and order ShipEats to be delivered (in a snazzy duffel bag). Pair this with the Virgin Voyages app, and all entertainment options, deck plans and shore excursions are literally at our fingertips. The most fun feature on the app is Shake for Champagne, where you can summon a bottle of the good stuff wherever on the ship you may be and toast your good fortune.

Many cruise lines have seemingly affordable fares but then sting you onboard with hefty charges for basic services; not so Virgin Voyages, with many luxuries included in the reasonable tariff. We have access to all the premium dining at Resilient Lady’s 20+ eateries with menus curated by Michelin star chefs and not a single buffet in sight: our favourite dining spots on board include Mexican-flavoured Pink Agave (with the biggest range of tequila at sea), The Test Kitchen (inspired by Escoffier’s Ma Cuisine, it’s a laboratory-like exploration for our taste buds), and the boldly designed Razzle Dazzle (a heady mix of healthy and decadent with a creative twist on some American classics), as well as The Galley for quick bites from a mix of shops and food-truck-style carts. It’s here we discover our standout dish of the entire five-night voyage from Melbourne to Melbourne by way of Tasmania : a ramen bowl from Korean BBQ restaurant Gunbae that’s the best we’ve tried anywhere.

Also included in our fare is a basic drinks package, covering still and sparkling water, sodas, milkshakes, tea and drip-coffee. Any alcohol required can be charged to your cabin with the flick of the wrist(band) — for many sailings in this initial season, a bar tab is also included in the fare to get you started. Wi-Fi at sea can be expensive, but that’s another inclusive, as are gratuities for the hard-working, always effervescent crew. Fancy getting physical? Group fitness classes at B-Complex are also included, from yoga and meditation through to horizontal bungee workouts and HIIT training. And if you’re lucky enough to be a RockStar Sailor (those booked into a suite), you have access to Richard’s Rooftop, a lavish, elaborate and members-only outdoor space for stargazing parties and pre-dinner cocktail hours. The happy hours here (where complimentary Möet flows freely) are understandably popular, and a good chance to mingle with fellow VIPs.

Last, but by no means least, oodles of award-winning entertainment is dished up as part of the fare. One evening we find ourselves tied up, quite literally, with fellow sailors as performers dance down our table and trapeze over our heads at Another Rose: Supper Club — it’s a unique experience that is equal parts cabaret, world-class dining and theatre spectacle. The Mind Mangler is hilariously bad as a failed mental telepathist until he stuns us with his final act that has the entire audience asking “How did he do that?!”. Miss Behave is a game show like no other, a wild night of fun and laughter with buckets of audience participation. And Scarlet Night, a highly-anticipated feature of every voyage, is a ship-wide event featuring an enormous inflatable octopus that takes over the top deck for a dance party, with red-clad sailors cavorting by the pool — and by the end of the evening, in the pool. The standout show for me is Persephone, a cutting-edge late-night production loosely based on the famous Greek myth and featuring a rock ‘n’ roll underworld outfitted with lavish costumes and dramatic action. A friend calls it the best show she’s ever seen at sea, and it’s hard to disagree.

Our five-night voyage has two Tasmanian ports of call: an overnighter in Hobart, and a day stay at Burnie, but there’s no doubt that the real destination is the Resilient Lady herself. There are no under-18s on board but a Virgin Voyages cruise is like a free-spirited, adults-only playground that appeals to the child in all of us. The adult seesaw is in constant use, as are a life-size game of Twister and seaside swings. We relive our misspent youth in the arcade with free retro games like Space Invaders and Donkey Kong, party like it’s 1985 at Club Rubiks, and drop into the Social Club to check out the air hockey and foosball tables. Classic fairground fare like hot dogs and popcorn plus boozy floats and milkshakes are also served, and we find ourselves at the naughtily-named Lick Me Til Ice Cream more than once. The main pool is a popular hangout with its Ibiza beach club vibe, while Gym and Tonic serves up not only the latest fitness equipment, but also the largest jacuzzi at sea, the Wellbeing Pool. There are more than 10 bars throughout the ship, each with their unique entertainment: returning to our cabin after dinner one evening, we hear a Violent Femmes banger emanating from a nearby lounge and end up dancing to one of the best covers bands I’ve ever heard. There’s a record shop, private karaoke booths, designer boutiques, and a sizeable casino (with James Bond-inspired decor) which operates when the ship is sailing and even offers gaming lessons for the uninitiated.

Boredom is not an option, with activities to suit all tastes: trivia games to an onboard pub crawl, meetups for solo travellers, scavenger hunts and dance classes. Perhaps the most fun activity is the VHS Workout (Videos, Headbands and Simmons). Held in nightclub The Manor, the class is a return to ‘80s aerobics, led by fitness personality Richard Simmons on the big screen. Replete in fluoro leg warmers and lycra, this is a camp workout and nostalgia trip all in one. The B-Complex outdoor Training Camp offers workout equipment with a mini boxing ring; the Runway is a jogging track with the best views; and there’s even a basketball court. I have my own “nothing but net” moment at the Athletic Club, where brave sailors can walk out onto a suspended catamaran net and hang out (quite literally) 16 decks above the ocean.

The Virgin Voyages philosophy is “retox then detox”, and there’s no better place to do the latter than at Redemption Spa, which promises a healthy dose of Vitamin Sea through a salt stone massage or a rejuvenating facial. The Thermal Suite offers a hydrotherapy pool, mud room, salt room, cold plunge pools, and quartz beds. Pampering continues at Dry Dock, the on-board blowout bar, and Stubble and Groom barbershop, where you can get a shave with a side of whiskey or beer. I treat myself to a shellac manicure at Tune Up with some of the best views on the ship, and have to strongly resist the urge to take home a permanent souvenir of the trip from Squid Ink, the onboard tattoo parlour.

All too soon, our five-night flirtation with Resilient Lady is over, and despite a jam-packed itinerary, there was so much left undone. We’ve had a little taste of the good, a seamless blend of luxury and leisure, and we’re left wanting more: another cruise with Virgin Voyages is definitely an idea I could get on board with.

For more information about Virgin Voyages cruise itineraries, see virginvoyages.com

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Looking to save money on your next Disney cruise? While all Disney Cruise Line sailings feature an all-inclusive price, there are still additional costs that you need to plan for. We’re sharing our best tips for budgeting and saving money when planning your Disney cruise sailing.

Sailing on a Disney cruise is like no other, but all magic comes at a price. All Disney Cruise Line sailings are all-inclusive, meaning that your per-person cost includes the room, meals, snacks , and select drinks. However, there are still plenty of additional charges to plan for. Whether it’s an additional cost meal or cocktails (neither of which are included in your sailing price), there are still ways to budget and save onboard your Disney Cruise Line ship — as well as save on your next sailing. We’re sharing our best tips on how to get the most bang for your buck and save money on your next Disney cruise.

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$5 Drink Of The Day

Although Disney Cruise Line does not offer an all-you-can-drink package, like most other cruise lines do, what Disney does offer are daily drink specials. Each day, Disney Cruise Line will have a ”drink of the day,” which will cost just $5. The “drink of the day” can be found on your Disney Cruise Line Navigator app and will change every single day, making for a great variety of drinks, all while still saving money on cocktails. A normal cocktail ranges from $9 to $14 and can sometimes be even more depending on what type of liquor you are ordering.  

On my most recent cruise, Disney offered many “drinks of the day,” ranging from Mai Tais to Bahama Mamas to a Cool Breeze.  Disney also offers non-alcoholic “drinks of the day,” which mainly consist of specialty smoothies.

Wine and Beer Packages

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Disney cruises are nearly all-inclusive, but some beverages, including wine and beer, are an additional charge. If If you are a wine or beer lover, consider Disney’s wine package or beer package aboard the ship. 

Prices for the wine package range from $95 to over $300, depending on how many bottles you decide you want included in your package and if you opt for the classic or premium wine package. However, this could be a great way to save if you plan to drink wine at dinner or throughout the day while aboard your cruise.

For those of you who love beer, think about purchasing the souvenir Disney Cruise Beer Mug, which costs just under $16. Then, for the duration of your cruise, guests can take the mug to any of the bars onboard the ship, where they will receive a 21 oz. Draft beer for the price of a 16 oz. beer, saving you money in the long run. 

Bring Your Own Alcohol

Yes, you read that right! Guests 21 years or older are allowed to bring alcohol aboard their cruise – but there are restrictions.

Disney Cruise Line Guests are permitted to bring beer and wine on board the ship, with limitations. Each guest over the age of 21 is allowed to bring six beers (12 ounces or less) or two bottles of wine or champagne (750 ml or less) at embarkation. This must be packed inside your carry-on bag and can be brought to your stateroom and enjoyed while in your room or on your verandah, or they can bring a bottle of wine or champagne to their dinner. If you choose to bring your bottle to dinner, there will be a corking fee of $25 per bottle.

Sail During Off Season

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If you want to save money on the total price of your cruise, consider sailing during the off-season. If you sail during January-March, you will find the price of cruises much cheaper than during the summer months, say from May to September. Plus, September to December offers holiday cruises, such as Halloween on the High Seas , meaning the price of these cruises also tends to be on the higher end. 

Pre-Book Your Next Cruise

Disney Cruise Line offers an Onboard Booking option, which allows guests to make a Placeholder Reservation for a future Disney cruise and enjoy 10% savings on a future cruise (with restrictions). The Placeholder charges $250, but that charge will be used towards the deposit on your next cruise, plus you save 10% on the total price, meaning if you book a $6,500 cruise, you will be able to use the $250 you already purchased, plus you will save $650 off the total price!

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Our live coverage of Iran's attack on Israel has moved  here .

India calls on Iran to release 17 Indian crew members on board seized container ship 

From CNN's Sandi Sidhu in Hong Kong 

India has called on Iran to release 17 Indian crew members on board a container ship seized by Iran on Saturday. 

Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said that he spoke to his Iranian counterpart Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian and "took up the release of 17 Indian crew members of MSC Aries."

Four Filipino seamen were also on board the ship, according to the Philippine Department of Migrant Workers.

The department said it was working with its government, the ship owner, and the operator to release the captured seafarers.

On Saturday, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards seized an Israeli-linked container ship in a helicopter operation near the Strait of Hormuz, state news agency IRNA reported. 

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) said there were 25 crew members on board.

Japanese prime minister condemns Iran's attack on Israel

From CNN's Junko Ogura in Tokyo 

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Sunday said he "strongly condemns" Iran's missile and drone attack on Israel.

"(The attack) further aggravates the current situation in the Middle East. We are deeply concerned and strongly condemn such an escalation," Kishida told reporters.

Kishida said Japan would continue diplomatic efforts to "prevent the situation from worsening and to calm the situation down," and "respond in cooperation with other countries."

Blinken calls British and German counterparts following Iran's attack on Israel

From CNN's Philip Wang 

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with his counterparts from the United Kingdom and Germany on Sunday following Iran's attack on Israel, according to readouts from the State Department. 

All parties agreed "the importance of condemning Iran's attack in the strongest possible terms and preventing further escalation," the readout said. 

Blinken earlier held phone calls with his counterparts from Turkey, Egypt, Jordan and Saudi Arabia , in which he emphasized the importance of avoiding escalation in the Middle East and of "a coordinated diplomatic response."

US forces destroyed more than 80 attack drones from Iran and Yemen, Central Command says

From CNN's Philip Wang

US forces intercepted more than 80 one-way attack drones and at least six ballistic missiles from Iran and Yemen during its attack on Israel, according to a statement from the Central Command.

The operation included destroying a ballistic missile on its launcher vehicle and seven drones on the ground in Iranian-backed Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen, CENTCOM said. 

"Iran's continued unprecedented, malign, and reckless behavior endangers regional stability and the safety of U.S. and coalition forces," the statement added. 

Israeli and Iranian ambassadors trade accusations during UN Security Council session

From Abel Alvarado in Atlanta

Israel and Iran’s United Nations ambassadors condemned each other’s actions during Sunday’s UN Security Council emergency session called to address Iran’s attack on Israel.

Israel’s UN ambassador Gilad Erdan said Iran "must be stopped before it drives the world to a point of no return, to a regional war that can escalate to a world war." Erdan accused Iran of seeking world domination and that its attack proved that Tehran "cares nothing, nothing for Islam or Muslims" before pulling out a tablet to show a video of Israel intercepting Iranian drones above Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque.

Erdan called on the UN Security Council to designate the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terror organization.

“Action must be taken now, not for Israel's sake, not for the region's sake, but for the world's sake. Stop Iran today."

Iran’s UN Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani said his country’s operation was "entirely in the exercise of Iran’s inherent right to self-defense, as outlined in Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations and recognized by international law."

Iravani said:

"This concluded action was necessary and proportionate," adding that the operation was “precise and only targeted military objectives” to reduce the potential of escalation and to prevent civilian harm. “Iran is never seeking to contribute to the spillover of the conflict in the region, nor does it to escalate or spread the tension to the entire region," he said.

Tehran’s attack had been anticipated since  a suspected Israeli strike  on an Iranian diplomatic complex in Syria earlier this month.

Iravani added Iran has “no intention of engaging in conflict with the US in the region” but warned Iran will use its “inherent right to respond proportionately” should the US initiate a military operation against “Iran, its citizens or its security.”

Israeli war cabinet says it's ready to respond to Iran's attack but delays immediate action. Here's the latest

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The hours-long Israeli war cabinet meeting ended Sunday night without a decision on how Israel will respond to Iran’s missile and drone attack , an Israeli official said.

The cabinet is determined to respond — but has yet to decide on the timing and scope and the official said the military has been tasked with coming up with additional options for a response.

Separately, a senior Biden administration official told reporters that an Israeli official told the United States that it's not looking to significantly escalate the showdown with Iran.

CNN analyst Barak Ravid said Israeli ministers Benny Gantz and Gadi Eisenkot advocated for swift action, but US President Joe Biden's phone call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu led to a decision to delay the response until the next day. 

Here are the latest headlines:

• Retaliation is over, Iran told US: Iran privately messaged the United States that its retaliation against Israel had concluded, echoing what Tehran said publicly, according to a senior administration official. Late Saturday, Iran said its attack on Israel is a response to Israel's strike on the Iranian consulate in Damascus, and "the matter can be deemed concluded." However, President Ebrahim Raisi said any “new aggression against the interests of the Iranian nation will be met with a heavier and regrettable response,” according to Iran’s state news channel IRIB. 
• United Nations response: UN Secretary-General António Guterres  called for a de-escalation of violence after Iran’s attack. Guterres said the United Nations and member countries have a “shared responsibility” to engage “all parties concerned to prevent further escalation.” He also called for a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza conflict. “Neither the region nor the world can afford more war,” he said.
• G7 and others: Amid a flurry of diplomatic activity in response to Iran's attack, the G7 nations said they would work together to "stabilize the situation" in the Middle East, according to a statement from Biden. Also, Jordan summoned Iran's ambassador in Amman on Sunday after it intercepted Iranian drones over the country.
• Meanwhile in Gaza: As thousands of Palestinians were turned away from returning to their homes in northern Gaza on Sunday, a 5-year-old girl was shot in the head by Israeli soldiers, her mother said. Video showed a man carrying a 5-year-old girl named Sally Abu Laila, who was bleeding from her head, with people crowding around her in panic trying to cover her wound.

Also on Sunday:

• Israel decided to lift its restrictions on large gatherings and to reopen schools on Monday.
• The US Department of Homeland Security has not identified any “specific or credible threats” to the US since Iran attacked Israel.

Blinken calls Turkish, Egyptian, Jordanian and Saudi counterparts following Iran's attack 

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Sunday spoke with his counterparts in Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia following Iran's attacks in Israel, according to readouts from the State Department. 

During his phone calls, Blinken emphasized the importance of avoiding escalation in the region and the importance of "a coordinated diplomatic response."

In his conversation with Jordan and Egypt, Blinken also underlined the significance of achieving an "enduring end to the crisis in Gaza."

Iran will be held responsible if any action is taken against the US or Israel, deputy ambassador warns

From CNN’s Abel Alvarado

The United States warned Iran against taking any action against the US or Israel during the UN Security Council emergency session over Iran’s attack on Israel.

“Let me be clear, if Iran or its proxies take actions against the US or further action against Israel, Iran will be held responsible,” US Deputy Ambassador to the UN Robert Wood said Sunday.

The United States is “not seeking escalation, our actions have been purely defensive in nature,” adding that the “best way to prevent such escalation is an unambiguous condemnation of the council of Iran’s unprecedented large-scale attack,” he said.

The envoy reiterated US support for Israel and condemned Iran’s attack. “Iran’s intent was to cause significant damage and death in Israel,” Wood said.

Wood also said the UN Security Council had an “obligation to not let Iran’s actions go unanswered.”

“For far too long, Iran has flagrantly violated its international legal obligations,” he said before listing occasions Iran has violated UN Security Council resolutions and international law.

Wood accused Iran of being in a “broad sense complicit” of the October 7 attack on Israel by providing “significant funding and training for the military wing of Hamas.”

He added the US will explore "additional measures to hold Iran accountable here in the UN.”

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• Your Cruise Ship's Newest Second Mate May Be AI

An AI-based energy management system for cruise ships from Alfred Maritime is intended to help ship operators and crews understand and analyze its performance while it’s out at sea.

The energy management system on your next cruise might be controlled by artificial intelligence.

Meyer Group’s digital startup Alfred Maritime debuted the first AI-based energy management system for cruise ships this week at Seatrade Cruise Global, a trade show for the cruise industry.

The system helps ship operators and crews understand and analyze a ship’s performance while it’s out at sea and gives the crew actionable insights on how they could optimize the ship’s energy efficiency. Ideally, this will help reduce its fuel consumption and emissions.

Germany-based Alfred Maritime was established in 2019 with the goal of digitizing modern ships using the Internet of Things and AI as well as to “provide data and intelligence for greener next-generation vessels.”

According to Alfred, simulation models coupled with the accumulated real-time data from multiple onboard systems in a modern IoT platform will allow the crew of a ship to make quick decisions on how to optimize the ship’s performance while simultaneously offering full data transparency to the ship’s operator.

The system has an intuitive dashboard, which the group says makes it easy for the crew to understand the ship’s performance with a minimum amount of training and effort.

The news comes at a time when the cruise industry as a whole is looking at ways to be more sustainable. The cruise line MSC, for instance,  recently announced a goal to reach net zero emissions by 2050 , and many other cruise lines have set similar goals.

A June 2023 study from sustainable transport campaigner The European Federation for Transport and Environment found that 63 cruise ships owned by the Carnival Corporation, for instance, emitted 43% more sulfur oxides than all the 291 million cars in Europe in 2022. 

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