Toast to virtually unlimited options with cocktails, beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks, premium coffee, tea and bottled water* – plus a 40% discount on bottles of wine under USD 100 and 20% off bottles above USD 100.
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For convenience, guests can purchase bottled water prior to the cruise and it will be delivered to the stateroom on embarkation day. Bottled water may also be purchased on board by contacting room service. Once on board, the purchase is non-refundable and guests may take home any unopened bottles.
The Water Package is an option for guests sailing with Royal Caribbean to order water in various package sizes at a discounted price. The Water Package will be delivered to your stateroom on the date you request. You can choose between 6, 12 or 24 packs of water.
Bottled water can be purchased at most bars for $3.25. At some of the bars and cafes, cruisers can also get energy drinks like Red Bull or Powerade. These drinks will cost you $4.00-$4.50, before the service charge. While hot tea and coffee are included, specialty coffees like espresso based drinks will be an upcharge.
Since the drinking water on cruise ships is safe to drink, refillable water bottles and drinking cups are the ideal way to stay hydrated, both onboard and in ports. Note that, for hygiene reasons, some cruise lines ask that passengers not fill up personal water bottles directly from water dispensers in the buffet.
Without question, the Island of Aruba has maintained its reputation for the best quality drinking water in all the Caribbean. Often referred to as the “champagne of waters” the excellent taste and reliable source provides security to Island tourists and residents alike.
Water will be delivered to your stateroom on embarkation day. Bottled water may also be purchased on board by contacting Room Service. Once on board, your purchase is non-refundable; you may take home any unopened bottles. Carnival carries distilled water which can be purchased either pre-cruise or once on board.
Here's what you can expect a Royal Caribbean drink package to cost: Water Package: 12 bottles for $39; 24 bottles for $69. Soda Package: $12.99 per person per day.
Royal Caribbean Drink PolicyTheir site says “Guests may also bring non-alcoholic beverages as carry-on items on boarding day. Non-alcoholic beverages may not exceed 12 standard (17 oz.)cans, bottles or cartons per stateroom. Milk and distilled water brought on for infant, medical, or dietary use are permitted.”
Water is always free of charge on most cruise ships. You may be asked to pay a fee for some versions of bottled water. However, you can likely ask for a jug of iced water in any restaurant or bar for no added cost. There are several water dispensers present on a cruise ship so that you can help yourself.
Each Balcony stateroom (dependent on which type) includes: Your own private balcony with views of either the sea, Boardwalk or Central Park, either a Royal king size bed or two twin beds, private bathroom with shower, vanity area, a TV and telephone, fridge or minibar, hair-dryer and 24 hour room service.
Soft Drink and Water PackagesThe Royal Caribbean soda packages give passengers unlimited refills at any of the bars or lounges onboard their ship as well as the Windjammer Café, Main Dining Rom and private islands.
Alcoholic beverages (beer, seltzer, or hard liquor) seized on embarkation day will be returned at the end of the voyage provided that they are in the original sealed package. Security may inspect containers (water bottles, soda bottles, mouthwash, luggage, etc.) and will dispose of containers holding alcohol.
You may purchase a beverage package up to 72 hours before you sail, online at Royal Caribbean's Cruise Planner. Or you may purchase it onboard, on the first day of your cruise. Ask at any bar for more information, or look out for a table setup promoting the packages once you board.
On hot days, the water isn't always very cold, but you can always ask your stateroom attendant to bring you some ice for in your room. If you prefer to drink bottled water, you won't be able to get this for free on the ship, unless you bring it on board with you.
Royal Caribbean ships with water slidesAll water slides on Royal Caribbean's cruise ships are complimentary to use when they are open. Water slides have set hours published in the Cruise Compass, and are usually open during most of the day.
Most ships can store 500,000 gallons of fresh water in massive tanks located in the hold area. After guests have used the water for showering, toilet water, laundry, etc., the crew treats it before releasing it into the ocean. A cruise ship will bring fresh water onboard when they visit ports.
Yes, there are two ways to buy a bottle of alcohol on a cruise ship: Buy a bottle from the duty-free liquor store on the cruise, but they hold it. Order a bottle of liquor to your stateroom anytime (more info in the next tip, #9)
These stations offer a variety of sodas, lemonade, hot cocoa, tea, coffee, milk, and water. All of these beverages are included in your cruise fare. Please fill a fresh cup with water and then pour it into your personal water bottle when using the beverage stations to refill a water bottle.
This MODIS image of blue water in the Caribbean Sea looks blue because the sunlight is scattered by the water molecules. Near the Bahama Islands, the lighter aqua colors are shallow water where the sunlight is reflecting off of the sand and reefs near the surface.
Orient Bay Beach, Saint Martin, CaribbeanThe Caribbean island of Saint Martin contains 37 square miles of sandy beaches with clear blue water that stays a balmy 80 degrees year-round, peaking at 88 degrees as August turns into September.