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Marella Cruise drinks package. Should you go premium?

MIDA TRAVEL (BEARS ON THE MOVE)
MIDA TRAVEL (BEARS ON THE MOVE)
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πŸ‘οΈ 60K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 10:30

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Editorial Summary

The creators compare the inclusive and premium drinks packages on Marella cruises, specifically based on their experience aboard the Marella Discovery 2. They begin by advising travelers to purchase the premium package before their cruise to save ten pounds per person per week. The review covers several categories including wine, beer, cocktails, spirits, and hot drinks. While the premium package offers a wider selection of cocktails and branded spirits, the creators express disappointment regarding cocktail consistency and the high alcohol content in some drinks. They note that the standard package already includes a good range of popular spirit brands. The discussion also addresses practical issues, such as the difficulty of using the digital menu app and the lack of temperature control for bottled water delivered to rooms. Ultimately, the creators conclude that while the premium package is beneficial for those who prefer specific branded spirits, the standard package provides a massive amount of variety that meets most needs. They suggest that travelers should calculate their expected daily consumption to determine if the upgrade is financially worthwhile.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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Barely Crispy
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Solid Strip

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

we were on Marella Discovery 2 although I would imagine um these drinks are pretty standard across the whole of Morella range

I have to say that I thought even with the premium added the choice of wines was a little bit limited

we were quite disappointed with the cocktails uh weren't we Dave we were a little bit even though there was fantastic selections

I think the best thing to do is the price is if you are all inclusive are in the book for upgrade into the premium drinks

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Buy the premium drinks package early to save Β£10 per person per week.
βœ“Ask waiters for a physical drinks menu if the app is confusing.
βœ“Find the best bars and stick with them for consistent cocktails.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing if premium package is worth it β€” Compare prices and see if you drink enough premium brands to justify the cost.
Inconsistent drink quality β€” Find the best bars and stick with them for better cocktails.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Marella premium drinks package worth it?
QWhat are the differences between the standard and premium drinks packages?
QHow can you save money on the premium drinks package?

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