cruise drink packages

Elevate your cruise experience with our diverse range of drink packages. From invigorating morning beverages to sophisticated evening cocktails, we've got you covered.

Indulge in a world of premium spirits, fine wines, and craft beers with our Premium Extra package. Enjoy a selection of popular drinks, including cocktails, wines, and beers, with our Easy Plus package. Or keep it simple with a range of soft drinks, juices, and beers with our Easy package.

Terms and Conditions

Packages are sold on a per cruise basis and not a per day or any other basis. Pricing applies to each day of the cruise, except for disembarkation day. Once activated on board, packages cannot be terminated or refunded. Packages must be booked by all guests occupying the same cabin. This includes minors, for whom the Minors Package must be booked. Packages are not obligatory for infants under three years of age. The following exclusions apply: tobacco, souvenir glasses, ice cream menu, retail items, minibar, room service and promotions. Other conditions & terms may apply. Beverages and liquors may be substituted based on availability and itinerary. Check FAQ for additional information.

 

Easy Package

The Easy Package applies to drinks in the Easy Package menu available in all bars, buffets, main dining room, as well as private islands. Beverage gratuities are included. The Easy Package can be used for a maximum of 15 alcoholic beverages per day. Package is not applicable at specialty restaurants, Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club, MSC World Europa & America Coffee Emporium, or MSC World Europa Raj Polo Tea Room.

 

 

Easy Plus

The Easy Plus Package also includes a 10% discount on bottles of wine purchased on board. Beverage gratuities are included. The Easy Plus Package can be used for a maximum of 15 alcoholic beverages per day and can be used at all bars and dining venues on board and on private islands. Not applicable at Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, or the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

 

 

Premium Extra

The Premium Extra Package also includes a 25% discount on bottles of wine and Champagne purchased on board. Beverage gratuities are included. The Premium Extra Package can be used for a maximum of 15 alcoholic beverages per day and can be used at all bars and dining venues on board and on private islands. Not applicable at Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, or the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

 

Alcohol Free

The Alcohol-free Package can be used at all bars and in main dining room on board and on private islands. Beverage gratuities are included. Not applicable at specialty restaurants, Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, or the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club

 

Minors

The Minors Package is applicable for minors (age respective of the country/operation area) who are part of a family purchasing an Adult Package. Package can be used at all bars and in main dining room on board and on private islands. Beverage gratuities are included. Not applicable at specialty restaurants, Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, or the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club. 

FAQ

Are beverage packages available on all sailings, fleetwide?

Yes, prepaid all-inclusive beverage packages are available for all MSC Cruises, excluding ships sailing in South Africa and China

Which beverage packages are available on ships sailing South Africa?

The following packages are available:


  • Cocktails & Spirits Package
  • Beer, Ciders, Coolers, Wine & Soft Drinks Package
  • Soft Drinks & Ice Cream Package
  • Water & Hot Drinks Package

Do the drinks included in drinks packages vary depending on the ships, destinations or seasons? 

Yes, the brand of the products vary depending on destination and season.

Which packages are available for my cruise? 

The following packages are available:

•  Easy Package
• Easy Plus Package
• Premium Extra Package
• Alcohol-Free Package
• Minors Package

Are gratuities included in the drinks package cost?

Yes. All MSC Cruises' pre-paid and post-paid drink packages include gratuities.

I purchased my beverage package before December 18, 2024. What happens now?

New beverage packages will be introduced in April 2025. Guests who purchased a beverage package before December 18, 2024, for cruises sailing from April 2025 onwards, will continue to receive the service associated with their original package. Starting December 18, 2024, only the new beverage packages will be available for purchase for cruises sailing from April 2025 onwards.

Can drinks packages be used on Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve?

Yes, the drink packages can be consumed on the Ocean Cay island and on Sir Bani Yas in Emirates. The island’s beverage offering may not include the full onboard beverage selection.

Will you serve alcohol on cruises calling on Saudi Arabian ports?

Please be advised that in respect to the Saudi Law, alcohol will not be served during the Calls in Saudi Arabian ports. Alcohol will be available to our guests when the ship sails in International Waters.

Which packages can be used in Specialty Restaurants?

All packages can be used in Buffet Restaurants, main Restaurants and Bars. But only the following ones can also be used in the Specialty Restaurants:

• Easy Plus Package
• Premium Extra Package

Minors package can be consumed in specialty restaurants too if the minor’s family/group purchased the Easy Plus or Premium Extra packages.

If an adult purchases an all-inclusive beverage package, are underage guests required to do the same thing as well?

Yes, the Minors Package must be purchased for all underage guests travelling with adults who purchase a beverage package. 

Can I upgrade my drink package?

Guests will be able to upgrade their beverage packages to Easy, Easy Plus and Premium Extra prior to embarkation.

What happens when I reach my 15 alcoholic drink per day maximum?

As part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all our guests, we have updated our Beverage Package to include a maximum of 15 alcoholic drinks per day, per guest. This change is designed to promote responsible enjoyment and to enhance the quality of service. Once a guest has consumed 15 drinks within a 24hrs period, measured from 06:00-06:00, they will be able to purchase drinks at the full menu price.

What happens if I want to enjoy a drink not included in my package?

Yes, upselling option is available on board to all Guests who purchase alcoholic all-inclusive beverage packages Easy, Easy Plus and Premium Extra and who want to enjoy cocktails, spirits and/or wines by the glass that are not included in their package. Guests will pay only the price difference between the package allowance and the à la carte price of ordered drinks. Beverage gratuities will be applied to the price difference for above drinks not included in the package

What happens if I have already purchased an all-inclusive beverage package and I request a date change to a cruise date later than 01 April 2025 ?

New all-inclusive packages will be available at the new pricing and conditions.

I booked a Grand Voyages cruise or an MSC World Cruise. Is there any drinks package included?

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MSC Grand Voyages

On Grand Voyages cruises the packages are not included per default but may vary according to your travel agency offer/promotion.
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MSC World Cruise

On MSC World Cruise the Dine & Drinks package is included. It includes: house wines, draught beer, soft drinks and mineral water that can be consumed during lunch and dinner in our main restaurants and in the buffet.

What drink package is included in the MSC Yacht Club?

The Premium Extra Package is included with the Yacht Club experience on all cruises. Please note: The limit of 15 alcoholic beverages per day applies only to areas outside the exclusive Yacht Club area. Within the Yacht Club, guests can enjoy the alcoholic beverages of their package without any restrictions.