Cruise Drinks Packages - Are They Still Good Value? | Cruise Cast Ep.21 With The Cruise Monkeys
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I think it's either budget conscious people that's why we think um they're really good you know drugs packages are really good because you you pay your bill before you go and that's it
I hate that they do count them the package I hate that there is a 15 limit cap CU as we were saying we think it's a more for people who just want that pece of mind
the best value drinks package we've ever had would probably be MSC because there's no limit you haven't got that 15 drink limit
you have to be alcoholic to make it work but by time you add on that 15 18 20% depending on the cruise line it can add up
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Thinking of buying a cruise drinks package for your next cruise? It's fair to say that we like a cocktail and we love a cruise drinks package, but are they for everyone? In this episode of the Suite Natured Cruise Cast, we sit down with Gavin and Luke, better known to many as the Cruise Monkeys, to explore whether these cruise drink packages are just for heavy drinkers or if they offer real value for budget-savvy traveler's and look at the real pro & cons to buying one. Plus, we dive into how these packages might nudge passengers toward more onboard spending, from shopping sprees to a few rounds at the casino after a cocktail or two, and much more. We also have a cruise confession and take a look at three of the recent cruise stories that caught our eyes. 00:00 Introduction to Cruise Drinks Packages 02:01Understanding the Target Audience for Drinks Packages 04:36 Comparing Different Cruise Lines' Drinks Packages 06:52 Exploring the Virgin Bar Tab vs. Traditional Packages 09:12 Value for Money in Drinks Packages 11:09 The Importance of Added Value in Packages 12:12 Common Annoyances with Drinks Packages 14:13 The Complexity of Drinks Package Options 16:39 Gratuities and Pricing Transparency 18:48 Onboard Credit and Its Limitations 21:05 The Importance of Hydration on Cruises 23:32 Tips for Choosing a Drinks Package 26:50 Cruise Confessions: A Cocktail Catastrophe 30:31 Innovations in Pet-Friendly Cruising 35:11 Festive Celebrations on Princess Cruises 39:48 Unexpected Events: Sprinklers and Surprises at Sea If you enjoyed this episode please consider supporting the channel via our YouTube Membership https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNaAHapT85jdtLYwrJhFsCw/join And please consider subscribing to the channel to keep up to date with all our latest videos, podcasts and live streams and it would be great if you could give the video a like too 😀 Cheers, and have a lovely day Linzi & Mark