Are beverage packages available on all sailings, fleetwide?
Yes, drink packages are available on all MSC Cruises ships, excluding ships sailing in South Africa and China.
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
To check which drink package you can add to your cruise, log into My MSC Area.
Are gratuities included in the drinks package cost?
Yes. All MSC Cruises' pre-paid and post-paid drink packages include gratuities.
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.
If guests wish to dine together at the same table, whether travelling in separates cabins as individuals or as part of a group, is it necessary for them to reserve the same drinks package?
Yes, in order for all guests to dine together at the restaurant, they must all subscribe to the same drinks package.
This means that if one guest chooses a certain drinks package, all other guests who wish to dine together with them must book the same type of drinks package (Easy, Premium, ...).
This ensures a consistent dining experience for all members of the group. This includes minors, for whom the Minors Package must be booked.
Can I upgrade my drink package?
Yes, this option is available to all our guests. In pre-cruise sales, the upgrades are available only for the guests with the package included in their cruise promotion, furthermore at discounted price. On board, all upgrade options are open for all guests at full price.
I booked a Grand Voyages cruise or an MSC World Cruise. Is there any drinks package included?
- MSC Grand Voyages
On Grand Voyages cruises the packages are not included per default but may vary according to your travel agency offer/promotion.
- MSC World Cruise
The Dine & Drinks Package is included. This package covers house wines, draught beer, soft drinks, and mineral water, available during lunch and dinner in the main restaurants and buffet. The Easy, Easy Plus, Premium Extra, Non-Alcoholic, Minors drink packages can be purchased separately. Moreover, the upgrades from Dine & Drink Package are available.
What drink package is included in the MSC Yacht Club Experience?
The Premium Extra Package is included with the MSC Yacht Club experience on all cruises.
Please note: In line with our responsible drinking policies, a daily limit of 15 alcoholic beverages per guest applies both within and outside the exclusive Yacht Club area.
Can I purchase a drink package before my cruise?
Yes, all drink packages can be purchased before your cruise, with a discount of up to 15% compared to onboard prices. Discounts may vary based on seasonal offers or special promotions. Please note that for cruises to the Caribbean, North America, and Alaska, the Easy and Easy Plus packages are only available for pre-cruise purchase and cannot be bought onboard.
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
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.
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.
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.
