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Virgin Voyages Tests Drink Packages - "Drink Like a VIP"

__alt__Virgin Voyages is known for being 18+, but among those that have sailed, many also know them for extraordinary quality cocktails, and higher-quality spirits than are often found on cruise ships.  Unlike many lines that offer add-ons to your cruise which allow for unlimited (or practically unlimited) drinks during your voyage, each drink on Virgin is paid for a la carte - until now...

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We Skipped Drink Packages on a Recent Cruise. Did it Cost Us?

Drink packages can be a great way to lower your beverage costs or at least make them more predictable on your cruise.  For us, the decision to purchase them has been easy, because between coffee and whisky, it has just made sense for us.  On a recent Odyssey of the Seas cruise, however, we decided to pay for drinks a la carte and see how it worked out.  So how did we fair? read more

Hidden or Unexpected Fees on Cruise - What is NOT Included in Your Fare?

Almost anyone who has cruised before will tout the value of cruising when compared to land vacations.  Most cruises include your meals, entertainment, transportation (to various ports of call), and your accommodations.  Nevertheless, cruises are a big expense, so it's important to know about any expenses that aren't immediately apparent.  While the industry tends to stay pretty transparent about the costs guests may incur, if you're looking at your first cruise, there may be some expenses which, while we'd not call them "hidden," may not be clear when shopping around. read more

How much for a pint? Cruise Line Drink Prices Compared

How much is beer on a cruise ship?

Wondering how much to budget for the bar on your next cruise?  Prices for beer, wine, and spirits vary wildly, but we put together some data to make comparing alcohol prices at sea a bit easier.  Keep in mind, cruise lines adjust pricing frequently. The same drink on the same cruise line can be priced differently between ships or even different sailings on the same ship.  Some of the price differences may surprise you... read more