There are fees for accessing some areas of the ship, including limited-access sundecks and some spa pools. Services like laundry and dry cleaning, baby-sitting, baby care items ordered in advance, and some fitness classes may also show up on your bill as extras.

While cruise fares in 2026 include your room, basic entertainment, and meals in the main dining room and buffet, there are many "extra-fee" items to consider. You typically pay extra for alcoholic beverages, specialty coffees, and sodas unless you purchase a pre-paid drink package. Specialty dining at boutique restaurants on board also carries a cover charge. Other common out-of-pocket expenses include shore excursions, spa treatments, Wi-Fi access, and gratuities (often added as a daily service charge). Onboard activities like casino gaming, bingo, and high-end arcade games also cost extra. Many lines now offer "bundled" fares (like Princess Premier or Celebrity Always Included) that cover some of these costs upfront, but for a standard booking, you should budget for these incidentals. Your ship's card or wearable device (like a Medallion) acts as your onboard credit card, with all purchases charged to your stateroom account to be settled at the end of the voyage.