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Morgan from the Very Unofficial Travel Guides evaluates the Royal Caribbean all-inclusive drink packages to help travelers determine if they are worth the cost. The creator explains that while basic beverages like water, iced tea, and lemonade are free on most major cruise lines, specialty items like soda, beer, and cocktails require additional payment. The video focuses on two specific options: the Select package and the Premium package. The Select package costs $35 per day and requires all cabin members to participate. It includes beer, wine by the glass up to $8, and non-alcoholic cocktails. Morgan notes that to find value in this package, travelers must consider how much they drink once they return to the ship in the late afternoon. The Premium package costs $49 per day and adds cocktails and wine up to $12, along with bottled water. The creator expresses skepticism regarding the Premium package, noting that the average cocktail price is around $9 and that bottled water is available for free elsewhere on the ship. Ultimately, the creator suggests that those who only drink moderately may find it more economical to pay for individual drinks rather than purchasing a package.

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No strong opinion
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A Nibble

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I've usually spent way less than that and still had a really good time

bottled water which I personally think is a huge ripoff

you're going to have to drink six or seven beers every night in order to get value out of this package

Royal Caribbean has changed the rules and it is no longer required that everyone in the cabin purchases the drink package

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Calculate how much you will drink between 5pm and bedtime to determine value
โœ“Consider paying per drink if you only have a glass of wine with dinner
โœ“Remember that coffee, iced tea, and water are always free

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

How to get value out of the package when off the ship during the day โ€” Focus on consumption between 5pm and bedtime
Cost of individual drinks vs. package price โ€” Calculate break-even point (e.g., 6-7 beers/night)

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Royal Caribbean drink package worth it?
QHow much does the drink package cost?
QWhat is included in the Royal Caribbean drink package?
QDo I need to buy the drink package for everyone in my cabin?

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