Are Cruise Line Drink Packages Actually Worth It?
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The number one question I get asked and I see in cruise forms online every day is, is the drink package worth it?
To break even on Carnival's $85 price, you'd need to drink about six premium drinks or fewer if you do factor in coffees and shakes.
You have to consider your itinerary. You have to look at how many sea days you have versus how many port days you have.
Holland America Lines have it all package... this is one of the few bargains at sea.
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Are cruise drink packages worth it, or are you just sipping your way into a spending spree? In this episode, I break down everything you need to know before saying “yes” to that unlimited drink deal. I'll discuss the cruise drink package hidden traps, like port day limitations and drink caps, you should absolutely consider before buying. *Free Casino Cruising Guide* https://www.profmelissa.com/blog/casino *Virgin Voyages Booking Link with Onboard Credit* https://www.profmelissa.com/offers/4LzjpDS9/checkout **CHAPTERS** 0:32 Are cruise drink packages a good deal or just a sneaky upsell? 2:48 Do all adults in your cabin really have to buy the drink package too? 6:18 Can you use your drink package on private islands owned by cruise lines? 7:11 What’s the simple formula to figure out if the drink package is worth it for you? 9:48 Why might Holland America’s “Have It All” bundle be the exception to the rule? 11:10 How can drink packages mess with your habits and even your health? 13:53 Why is Virgin Voyages a total outlier when it comes to drinks? ----------------------------------------------- PODCAST Want this video in audio form? Stream my podcast: Spotify: https://profmel.com/spotify Apple: https://profmel.com/apple ----------------------------------------------- LINKS 🛳 Shop my favorite cruise outfits and essentials: https://profmel.com/shop 🛳 Want to become a travel agent? https://www.profmelissa.com/travelagent 🛳 Get my top recommended travel card: http://www.profmel.com/card 🛳 Want to book a cruise or take a cruise with me? https://profmel.com/book 🛳 Get FREE Port Guides, cruise advice, and more at https://www.profmelissa.com/ 🛳 Get my FREE Cruise Packing List & Planning Guide: https://profmel.com/subscribe 🛳 Want to book my favorite private drivers? http://www.profmel.com/drivers ------------------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH ME TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@professormelissa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfMelissaCruises/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_melissa_newman/ ------------------------------------------------- Please note that sometimes, my posts contain affiliate links. This means I may receive a commission through purchases, but this does not affect you as a consumer or cost you more in any way. I appreciate your use of my links, as this helps support my channel. ♥️